Fabor Sees Busy Year At AFL Convention
United Press reports Montreal notes the American Federation of Labor aims for a busy year with President Samuel Gompers guiding a six hour day push and wage increases. The 1921 meeting in Denver was chosen, with plans for six hour days, worker organizing, and anti-union opposition to compulsory arbitration. The convention backs ratification of the peace treaty and labor provisions, while targeting a 100 percent steel-worker organization and white collar, office, and women workers, plus a broad nonpartisan political effort.
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Montreal
Quebec
United States
American Federati of Labor
Samuel Gompers
Federation
Washington
Mexico
Woman Workers
William G. Shea
Kentucky
State Federation of Labor
Canadian Trade and Labor Congress
Shea
Painters’ Union
American Federation of Labor
John Walker
Ilinois
Peppercorn Rent Remains Due for Wellington Estate
On June 19 London notes mark 105 years since Wellington defeated Napoleon at Waterloo. The present Duke of Wellington, descendant of the Iron Duke, pays a symbolic peppercorn rent for Strathfield-Saye and Apsley House. The tiny rent, a silken flag on a silver replica of a French standard, is delivered to the king each year for the nation’s gift to the victor of Waterloo. The agent will place it with Buckingham Palace, then route it to the Brigage of Guards officers’ mess at Windsor.
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United Press
London
Wellington
Napoleon
Waterton
Duke of Wellington
Strathfield-Saye
Apsley House
Hyde Park Corner
Waterloo
Buckinham Palace
Windsor
Auto Drivers Seek Change To Parking Plan
Auto drivers complain the current system prevents close parking and may force front-in spots to improve visibility. They urge officials to consider reversing parking orientation to fit more cars and ease getting in and out.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ihe Auto Deevers
Duluth Armed Camp Faces Mob Over Lynching Case
In Duluth Minnesota on June 14 19 state troops armed with machine guns patrolled the city after Sheriff Masie warned of a mob to storm the jail where 14 held for the assault on a white girl. Three black men were lynched Tuesday as authorities probe the case and guard plans intensified.
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United Press
Duluth
Mion
Masie
Minn
Repair crews unveil new crossing plan
The North Western railroad repair crew outlines a plan replacing some planks with crushed stone and oiling the surface. They claim the packed material will last as long as wood crossings while reducing upkeep from train wear and tear.
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North Western Railroad
Water delays progress on new building project
Work on the building by Peter Christianson proceeds slowly as foundation excavation encounters delays. Foundation work aims to finish by mid next week while superstructure construction will begin thereafter.
Fishermen Of City Begin Weekend Fishing Trips
Local anglers plan Sunday outings seeking bass and pickerel in nearby waters. Many will avoid Wisconsin lakes due to its law banning out-of-state possession of bass, as the fish is highly popular among the group.
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Wisconsin Lakes
Wisconsin
Badger
Debate Over Two thirds Rule At Democratic Nominating Convention
San Francisco June 19 a drive to change the Democratic rule requiring a two thirds vote for nomination is under way with W J Bryan likely to support the change. National committeemen doubt it will pass before the convention as McAdoo and Lewis oppose. Washington June 19 McAdoo withdraws from nomination prospects and Lewis foresees a long convention fight with Palmer Cox and Cummings pursuing uninstructed delegates. Colby rules out candidacy for permanent convention chair though others think him possible pick.
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United Press
San Francisco
Calif
Homer 3S
Cummings
W. J. Bryan
National Committee
Washington
D. C
William G. McAdoo
Jewett Shous
Kansas
Wilson
McAdoo
Fo Aveu
New York World
James M. Cox
MccAdoo
Bryan
Cox
New York
New Jersey
California
Ohio
Solid South
Carter Glass
Colby
John W. Davis
Great Britain
William G. McAldoo
Demochere
Homer
Democratic National Committee
Palmer
Tom Watson
Georgia
Washington, D. C
Une
Tom Mix in The Daredevil and The Comedy Art at Princess
Tonight at 7.00 Saturday nights the great daredevil actor Tom Mix stars in The Daredevil paired with The Comedy Art at the Princess. Audiences can expect a master feature and light entertainment in a double bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom
Daylight saving plan to start Monday in Chronicle
Beginning Monday June 21 The Chronicle will adopt daylight saving hours with shop and editorial staff starting at seven o'clock and the paper issued at three. Advertisers are urged to submit copy earlier to avoid missing the edition while United Press transitions to Chicago hour ahead. Similar changes may be adopted by local firms and a petition to city council is discussed to make the change official.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Chicago
American Steel & Wire Company
Children to Graduate on Next Monday at St Marys School
The pupils of St Marys School will hold their final exercises for the term next Monday evening. The program has been carefully planned by the sisters and reflects the pupils great interest in their preparations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mary's
Noisy youths provoke police visit in neighborhood
Residents complain of weeks of loud noise by local youths. An officer visited, sent the children home and warned they would be arrested for future disturbances.
Night Work on the Farm in Cortland Township
H W Smith, assessor, reports Cortland township has 20,688 acres of farm land with 2,699 pasture and 502 woodland. Crops include 7,7 7 acres corn, 3,644 oats, 1,421 bearing apple trees, 1,242 barley, 926 spring wheat, 314 winter wheat, 167 rye, 16 acres potatoes, 112 beets, 32 alfalfa. Livestock totals list 1,267 milch cows, 542 other cattle, 43 horses, 14 mules, 689 brood sows, 404 hogs, 226 breeding ewes, 25 other sheep. Renters outnumber owners 82 to 77 with 159 separate farms. Labor shortage continues with 12 percent fewer hired hands than 1919 and 28 percent less than prewar, as farmers labor through night shifts and long hours to keep crops progressing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Agriculture
H. W. Smith
Cortland Township
County Clerk
Gortland
Cortland
Harding to Confer With Chairman in Washington Meetings
Senator Warren G. Harding will meet Monday with Republican leaders in Washington to organize his speech and plan the formal notification. The talks will include Will H. Hays and other party notables, with further meetings by Hays after Harding departs for his home.
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Washington
BD. C
Farren G. Harding
Will H. Hays
Harding
Hays
Fireworks Prep for Fourth Battle Nears
Stores begin stocking for Independence Day as sales are delayed for at least a week. Officials say stricter fireworks laws roll in yearly and may soon curb or end public displays and consumer access.
Tourists off today on jaunt to North Lake
George Prescott and his gang of motorcycle riders left this noon for Fox Lake to spend two days fishing and eating. They are the advance bunch of the Gypsy tour men from here, with the rest leaving tomorrow under Ben Peck. All cities in this part of the state join in the tour, promising a record turnout of riders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Lake
George Prescott
Fox Lake
Ben Peck
Sta
Start Work of Excavating on New Hospital Site
Excavation near Sisters' Hospital proceeds with two teams on site. Workers estimate at least a week more to remove about feet of sand. The building will be roughly long by wide and when finished will hold about 460 beds.
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Gome
Peter Christianson
Ecacavatnear
Sisters’ Hospital
Saad
Kaiser Ill at Doorn Report Cites Serious Illness
Berlin dispatch quotes trusted sources saying the former Kaiser was seriously ill at Doorn with no independent confirmation available. The report appeared in the Neue Badische Landes Zeitung via The Tague.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tos
Berlin
Germany
The
Tague
Neue Badische Landes Zeitung
Doorn
Virgin of Stamboul production gains praise
The Virgin of Stamboul is described as more than a picture and a wonderful production. A call for rag supply is issued seeking clean cotton rags in pieces not less than one half yard.
Lowden Seen As Likely Candidate For Reelection
Information from Springfield indicates Governor Lowden will run again. Key aides report public announcement soon. Len Small withdrawal shifts balance as Frank L. Smith emerges as main rival, with Sterling backing Lowden. Emmerson and Sullivan attend, while Thompson’s Cook County base is absent signaling downstate fight.
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Lowden
Springfield
Chicago
Len Small
Thompson
Frank L. Smith
Dwight
Lowdell
Smith
Thompson City Hall
State Republican Committee
Down State
Fred E. Sterling
William H. Boys
Louis L. Emmerson
Small
Sterling
Richard J. Sullivan
Sangacon County
Senate
Lawrence Y. Sherman
Sherman
Edward D. Shurtleff
London
House of Representatives
Cook County
Downstate
Navigation Wins Over City Health Water Drain Order
Federal Judge Landis issued a temporary restraining order against Chicago’s sanitary department, halting removal of more than 250 000 cubic feet of lake water per minute. The government argues drainage reduces Great Lakes levels and endangers navigation, while Chicago cites public health needs.
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United Press
Chicago
Landis
Sanitary Commission of Chicago
Sanitary Department
Lake Michigan
Great Lakes
Claimedhhat
Martens Remains in U S Custody on Deportation Warrant
Washington reports say Soviet envoy Ludwig Martens cannot depart the United States without violating his parole. He is under labor department custody on a deportation warrant and held with his counsel. A Soviet recall was suggested but would cancel his parole.
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Unttou
Washington, D. C
Ludwig C. A. K. Martens
Labor Post
Martens
Labor Department
Colored men to play baseball at Pershing Park
The colored teams will play at Pershing Park tomorrow with Joe Green leading the local nine. Fans attending will get a vaudeville show and a baseball double feature as the game starts at 2 45 o clock to fit the early Chicago train.
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Joe Green
Pershing Park
Joe
Chicago
Attend Matinees For Virgin at Otamevw Princess
Attend matinees for the film Virgin at Otamevw Princess Monday and Tuesday with the largest crowds predicted. Officials say there is positively nothing that can stop the overwhelming turnout for this showing.
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Otamevw
Railway Board to Decide on Permanent Wage Increase
Chicago June 19 The United States railway board expects a decision within three weeks granting permanent wage increases to railway workers. Daily sessions have been sped up to make the increase permanent rather than temporary, with indications of a substantial raise dating back to May 1.
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United Press
Chicago
United States Railway Board
Sinn Feiners Attack Coast Station in Ireland
Sinn Feiners attacked the coast guard station at Skibbereen last night with machine guns and rifle fire. Marines anticipated the assault, no casualties reported. In Londonderry, fighting between nationalists and unionists continued, several wounded as unionists held the streets for hours. nationalists did not interfere.
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United Press
Dublin
Ireland
McKinley to Visit De Kalb This Thursday
Congressman William McKinley will visit De Kalb on Thursday afternoon July 1, arriving about 5 30 o clock for a short stay. He seeks personal acquaintance with residents and is praised for his House of Representatives record and local friendships.
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William McKinley
Lawrence Y. Sherman
United States
Senate
DeKalb
McKinn@ey
Ilinois
Champaign
Normal Lake Swimmers Crowd Campus Picnic Day
The Normal pond is crowded today with bathers from a picnic and the usual weekend swimmers. Everyone wears swimming suits, and many people fill the campus and nearby woods enjoying themselves.
Building Addition Delayed by Material Shortage at Sanitarium
Material shipments have not arrived for the Sanitarium addition. some items reached, most essential still en route. The delay increases congestion and delays relief once the new addition is finished.
Major General LaJeune Named Commandant of the Marine Corps
Secretary Daniels announced the appointment of Major General John A. LaJeune to succeed General Burnett as general commandant. LaJeune, who commanded the Second Division of Marines, brings extensive infantry leadership to the top post in the Marine Corps.
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Washington, Nr. v
Retary Daniels
John A. LaJeune
Secon
Marine Corps
Burnett
Blanche Sweet Stars in Fighting Cressy at the Play House
Blanche Sweet appears in Fighting Cressy, a Bret Harte tale adaptation set in the gold rush era. The program also features Loafers and Lovers, a two reel V special comedy with Earl Montgomery and Joe Rock. Performances start after 7:15, adults 26 cents, children 15 cents.
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Fighting Cressy
Bret Harte
Mr. Harte
Earl Montgomery
Joe Rock
Picnic crowds pack American Steel parade grounds
A massive parade along Locust Street followed by an all day picnic at Annies Woods drew an estimated 1200 to 2000 attendees. Events included foot races for various age groups, a nail driving contest, pillow fights, and a three legged race with prizes of candy and baseball gear. Evening entertainment featured wrestling, singing, dancing, and Finnish performances as workers enjoy a large community gathering hosted by the American Steel and Wire company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Steel
Annies Woods
Locust Street
Nic Kechulth
Kenneth Meyer
Floyd Johnson
Steel Company
Alberta Russell
Helen Wallin
Antoine Hennatz
John Johnson
K. Hill
Wero
Margaret Devine
Natt Waulove
Everet Rippi
American Steel and Wire Company
Local Man Moves House to New Location
G. M. Brock explains the cost of moving a purchased house from North Street to Sixth Street. Ed Milledge of Sycamore oversees the relocation, a large task given the house size, which will keep North Street closed for some time during the move.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. M. Brock
Third
Pine Streets
Sixth Street
Milledge
Sycamore
North Street
Children’s Day Observed at Piret Lutheran Church
Tomorrow a Children’s Day program at Piret Lutheran Church will feature Jesus in Glory. The program includes Sunday School Prayer led by Rev. Pahl, King of Life and Light, Girls’ Chorus, a sermon by Rey Fahrlund, and a collection titled Glory to the Father Give.
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Piret Lutheran Church
Pahl
King of Life
Mae
Rey, Fahrlund
Wanted Laborers Apply Now For Immediate Work
Help wanted notice seeking laborers with urgency and emphasis on coal shovelers. Apply at once and be ready to work at the designated location. Names or addresses not provided in the readable text.
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Fabor
Bulletin
Gompers
League of Nations
Montreal, Qi
Denver
Colorado
Madoo
Hank Ce
Chronicle
Illinois Agricultural Association
America
Peoria
Ilinois Agricultural Association
Detroit
Express Office
Kaiser
Rockford
SINN
M’kinley
United States Senate
LaJeune
Blanche Sweet
American Steel & Wire
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