Harding May Grant Pardon to Debs Today
President Harding is expected to grant a pardon to Eugene V Debs this afternoon amid plans to release other political prisoners. The move comes as a broad gesture toward clemency for dissidents and veterans.
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1921
Page
1
President Harding is expected to grant a pardon to Eugene V Debs this afternoon amid plans to release other political prisoners. The move comes as a broad gesture toward clemency for dissidents and veterans.
President Harding weighing political prisoner cases may grant clemency to Eugene V Debs and others held for antiwar utterances. Debs could be released within days, returning to Terre Haute, as part of confidential review with Attorney General Daugherty and White House aides.
Federal agents and sheriffs conducted a prohibition era raid sweeping thirteen counties to seize moonshine whisky and home brew suspected of fueling an organized group calling itself the Amazon Army. Authorities reported numerous arrests and a large quantity of illicit alcohol seized across Bar ema Mansour Whitle Ciwrn and surrounding areas.
A Dallas store sustained damage in a December incident causing about $1,600 in stock loss. The proprietor described the destruction to the interior wall and storefront after an early disturbance. Police report unclear details but note property damage and financial impact.
A Pittsburg blaze on December 24 started from whiskey, gutting two dwellings and causing several thousand dollars in damage. The fire filled the area with smoke while residents were inside.
By noon the Journal had six bona fide offers to adopt the Christmas baby. Two offers were given to the physician yesterday, four more arrived by mail today and will be submitted this evening. Local authorities report another request from a nearby city seeking a suitable couple. The physician is expected to decide tomorrow after reviewing inquiries.
Construction rush under way on a two story 22 by 17 foot annex to Mohawk Condensed Milk Company plant to serve as office quarters and a laboratory. Completion expected in February with neue laboratories serving the eastern district, while Oconomowoc and Wisconsin labs continue as headquarters.
Salvation Army will donate Christmas baskets to the poor in the city. The event at the citadel invites public attendance as part of holiday relief efforts. Captain Bier of Pittsburgh will oversee operations during a temporary absence of Captain Flinn who has served 15 years with the Salvation Army in the city.
Telegram received in the city afternoon announces the Senate confirmed Sumner Bentley as Postmaster. Earlier reports indicate the appointment was sent to the Senate and confirmed, with official word arriving this morning.
A Dow Jones dispatch reports Ford Motor Company denies any plan to cut prices or change pricing and states no justification for such reports. The company says there is no foundation for the rumor and they are not contemplating price changes.
British opinion splits over proposed warfare rules favoring total abolition of submarines rather than accepting war damaged norms. Other European nations express opposition, delaying consensus on enforceable restrictions.
Washington reports show Secretary Hughes pressing for principled rules limiting unrestricted warfare. He advocates abolishing submarines and banning commerce raiders unless ships are clearly armed, while Britain, France, and Japan resist a total ban and seek safer war conduct. The debate continues as delegates discuss enforceable terms.
A blaze broke out on the steamer J. K. Rep. Fogle at 9 this morning at Buffalo docks. Firefighting efforts were underway with Hutchison aiding the crew as authorities work to extinguish the flames aboard the vessel owned by a Cleveland company.
Fred Urban Huber reports Chicago White Sox pitcher Faber led the American League with 20 wins and 15 losses, finishing with a 20 15 record and a 625 average while Chicago placed seventh. Carl Mays and Shocker tied for most victories at 27, with Mays and Shocker both near the top of ERA and win totals.
Heavy snow halts New York traffic as workers mobilize with shovels in business districts. Reports say 200 extra men were assigned to clear sidewalks and streets, easing congestion but patchy conditions remain.
Harrisburg December 3 The Attorney General's office issues an opinion stating that state gasoline tax does not apply to cities boroughs or other municipalities under the act According to the document the tax exemption is per the act and affects local government entities involved in road and transit funding
A United Press report notes an American Santa Claus touring Central Europe and the Soviet regions to deliver aid to starving Russians. Warren L Brown of American Relief cites plans for Christmastide visits in Poland Austria Hungary and Slovakia, with relief efforts expanding to regions in need.
Railroads and the Buffalo area post office report unprecedented Christmas mail volume causing trains to run from twenty minutes to three hours late. Postmaster notes this year's mail is stronger than last year with four extra clerks on duty and an additional delivery truck. Through trains from the east on the Pennsy are delayed up to tires hours. Erie line also backs up. Passenger traffic runs heavy as people head home for the holidays.
Four times Socialist candidate for President. Denounced conduct of war in peace at Canton Ohio June 16 1918. Convicted for violations of the Espionage Act September 14 1918. Conviction sustained by Supreme Court March 10 1919. Began serving sentence April 13 1919. Age 66 years.
Reports from Santiago describe a volcanic eruption near Valdivia in Chile’s southern province. The quake and lava forced fires, ash, and lava flows, with widespread property damage and displacing cattle herds.
Supporters of the Irish treaty express renewed confidence as the Dail debates the pact. Proponents argue public opinion tilts toward ratification while opponents warn against hasty action amid holiday pauses and evolving political pressure.
A notice announces Bishop Ward will visit Emmanuel Church in the city next Wednesday. Rev M S Ashton will lead the reception service with the congregation present.
Mrs Avaanna Parkhurst widow of the late Parkhurst died at her home on East South Street. She is survived by CW Parkhurst and sisters Mrs Ring and Miss Framwah, both of Lynther Lane. Two children survive. Funeral services will be held Monday at Alexander’s Chapel, with interment at Olymer Motor Cemetery.
The Winchester Herald notes William Mould as winner in a Stream trout fishing contest at Spring Creek. Prize trout awarded amid light competition and local interest.
CHICAGO Dec 26 Harvey Church found guilty in a brutal murder case. The teen defendant was sentenced to death for the killings of two auto salesmen, motive stated as obtaining possession of a car. Mr and Mrs Gordon and daughter arrived for the holidays.
The Arms Conference delivers Christmas gifts to the world with a quadruple Pacific treaty among the United States Great Britain Japan and France to preserve the Pacific balance. A five power agreement limits battleship armament under the American naval program and halts fortifications on Pacific Inland waters. The Yap dispute between the United States and Japan is settled and China gains greater national freedom. Remaining issues include auxiliary craft and submarines.
Paris dispatch reports French delegates in Washington claim no fixed ultimatum on submarine matter. They will permit discretion in decisions believed essential for national security. Premier Briand and Gabriel Guist?in aid discussions as the delegation reserves judgment.
London papers praise a proposed US economic conference. The United Press report notes editors urge urgent talks to address wartime trade and postwar recovery, highlighting bipartisan support for a formal parley in Washington.
Renowned editor Marie Henry is mourned as funeral notices flow in from friends and colleagues across the globe. A memorial turnout fills Evergreen Combes with messages of esteem, reflecting a storied journalism career.
Mark Rogers sustained a broken arm after a fall on Eunt Malistraat. An X ray yesterday confirmed the fracture. He will remain at home for some time to recover and is resting comfortably.
A fall on East Main Street leaves a resident with a broken arm while local officials report progress toward a broad naval arms agreement. The article notes expectations of a complete accord by the new year as discussions continue among American delegates and allied nations.
News from New Brunswick reports a child murder case connected to New York. Tessie Kucharski and Gilbert Bein, two children, were reportedly killed by a suspect linked to Hotel Albany. Police seek the man described as about 50 and polite, with a granddaughter claim. Mothers keep children indoors as rumors spread.
United Press reports agents will continue raids on cafes and restaurants suspected of liquor violations under the Volstead Act. Director Rutter says actions will widen nationwide, with closures and prosecutions for violators as authorities press a broader enforcement push into next week.
United Prova reports two men connected to a bank robbery near Clearfield faced arrest. Ray Shope was seized while visiting his wife upon whom authorities tied the crime to the Karis State Bank heist. Harry Kincaid of Phillipsburg was captured Thursday night amid allegations tying both to the robbery and the stolen $6,000.
Two ferries collided on the North River near New York. Passengers escaped panic and donned life preservers as the ferry vessel suffered structural damage and sank.
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