Inaugural Plans Canceled for Simple March Oath
President elect Harding will take the oath March 4 in the Senate chamber with minimal ceremony and expense. The Joint Inaugural Committee canceled outside Capitol events and the grand stand, aiming for a small audience and private swearing in after Coolidge’s vice presidency.
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Steubenville Man Dies After Fume Rescue Attempt
Robert Edgerly aged 32 of La Belle Iron Works in Steubenville Ohio sacrificed his life today while attempting to rescue a fellow worker overcome by fumes in a benzol tank house. He collapsed after striking his head while leading the man to safety. rescuers found him suffocated.
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Inaugural Ball Gowns Doomed to Darkness
Washington January 11. Many expensive gowns ordered weeks ago for the inaugural ball may be dumped on bargain counters as the ball is canceled. President elect Harding’s wish to end the festivities disappointed women and shocked gown makers. Florists expect losses of hundreds of orders.
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New Theater on Seventh Plans for a 2009 Cincinnati project
Plans for a brick four story theater on East Seventh Street opposite the Olympic Theater call for a $390,000 building with Italian marble lobby the largest in Cincinnati. The Cincinnati Theater Company will manage the Cincinnati end with work starting after Columbia Theater Circuit approval. Seating is set at 2000 with potential expansion and a single upper balcony configuration.
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Cincinnati Theater Company
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Bauer Attacks Police Crusade in Gambling Clash
Cincinnati Councilman Daniel Bauer condemned police action against gambling as the city passes an ordinance to suppress handbooks. He accused officers of heavy hand tactics and urged opposition to blue laws while naming fellow council members and noting enforcement of race horse slips.
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Cincinnati
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George J. Schuchte
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Charles Genslinger
Burckhauser
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Uricho
John F. Herget
Deportation fight over Cork Lord Mayor reaches courts
Lord Mayor Donal O Callaghan of Cork faces a deportation order presumed by Acting Secretary Davis. His counsel say final decision rests with the Labor Department under wartime acts, and they may seek Federal court ruling on jurisdiction. The case hinges on conflicting positions of the State Department and Labor.
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Wilson's Advice Sought at Cabinet on Cork Mayor Deportation
The case of Lord Mayor O Callaghan of Cork, who arrived in Newport News as a stowaway without a passport, was referred to President Wilson. Cabinet deliberations discussed whether to deport him under war powers, with State and Labor departments at odds over jurisdiction. Secretary Wilson gave no statement after the meeting, though Labor officials expected a possible announcement.
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Congressmen Home Plan Proposed in Washington
In Washington on January 11, Chairman Langley of the House Public Buildings Committee proposed a joint resolution to erect a government housing complex for the exclusive use of the Vice President and members of Congress. He said lawmakers are worn out by housing hunt and noted cabinet officers and Supreme Court justices could receive spaces if rooms remain. Langley added that women supporters back the plan to curb landlord demands.
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Navy enters first derby for dirigibles in California race
The Navy announced an aerial derby to test dirigible airships. The naval B-18 will sail from San Diego to race a commercial rival in Long Beach California, reportedly the first event of its kind.
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Engineer fatally shot by Japanese soldier in Vladivostok
Tokyo Jan 11 reports from Vladivostok state the chief engineer of the American cruiser Albany was shot at 4 am while returning to his ship and died shortly after.
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Oregon Governor Seeks Action on Japanese Question
Governor Ben W. Olcott in a legislative message argues for curb measures on Japanese colonies in Oregon. He says Americanism should be the dominant asset, notes inability to fully assimilate, and urges legislation to address the situation while preferring peaceful relations.
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Hunters Pay $200 A Head To Kill Bison On Antelope Island
A party of five Ogden Utah men and a Los Angeles group plan bison slaughters on Antelope Island with a $200 per head price. Buffalo Island Live Stock Company owns the herd and faces failed talks with the American Humane Society while lawmakers weigh a federal purchase and sanctuary plan.
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Ogden
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J. E. Dooly
Antelope Island
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James H. Mays
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Ryan 3 Financial Affairs Settlement Announced
New York January 11. Satisfactory settlement of the financial affairs of Allan A. Ryan and Allan A. Ryan Co. without liquidation was announced by Samuel Untermyer, counsel for the Ryan interests. The financier will retain control and operate properties as before. The settlement does not affect litigation against the Stock Exchange and does not require liquidation of holdings. Ryan denies rumors about banking relations and credits courteous treatment to all. Guaranty Trust Company and Alvin Untermyer will act as joint trustees under the agreement.
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Bathing Suit Show Ended By District Attorney
Milwaukee January 11 District Attorney Zabel ordered a convention event stop after two score waitresses served refreshments to National Shoe Retailers Association delegates while wearing bathing suits. Executive Secretary H C Towle defended the show noting the cabaret remained in progress and the waitresses wore regular clothes. Several shoe men objected to the display.
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Austrian Government Says It Is End Of Resources
The Austrian government informs the Entente it can no longer continue the struggle and will retire on January 15, transferring administration to the Reparations Commission, a report from Berlin via London Times dispatch indicates. The notice follows perilous conditions in the icy northlands and a forced retreat by Austrians.
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Senators fail to prove emergency in Johnson immigration bill
Senate hearings on the Johnson bill to halt immigration for one year failed to establish an emergency. Witnesses argued the flood of aliens and economic chaos was unproven, with committee members saying current laws may suffice until permanent measures are drafted. Pilots of the farm economy warned the bill would hinder labor for farming and industry.
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Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway
Ellis Island
Time Ripe for World Agreement On Reducing Navies
Secretary of the Navy Daniels and Acting Secretary Davis urged Congress that a world disarmament conference could be convened within two months of Harding’s inauguration. They favored continuing naval building until an international agreement is reached, warning that without one the United States might pursue the largest navy. They noted Japan and Britain shipbuilding and proposed further data for tomorrow’s session.
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Amendments to Tariff Bill Loom at Hearings Close
Senate Finance Committee wrapped hearings on the Fordney emergency tariff bill with plans for further amendments. McCumber will address the wheat duty while LaFollette focuses on cheese. Debates hint at a heated fight as dairy, sugar, and livestock groups seek broader protections and lawmakers weigh adding veterans and immigration measures.
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Balloonists in Canadian bush feud over letter claims
Mattice Ontario January 11 two of three American naval balloonists Lieutenant Farrell and Hinton fought after Farrell accused Hinton of spreading false reports about a letter to a wife from Hinton. The trio had trekked sixteen days from Moose Factory and later traveled toward Toronto with stops planned at Cochrane and the Rotary Club of Toronto.
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