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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1924
Page
3
The week’s brief items note extension of the federal quarantine to curb the European corn borer announced by Secretary of Agriculture Gore. Other items cover naval budget steps, proposed constitutional amendments, Estonian government reorganization, and various federal orders, with adds on weather, crime, and notable deaths.
John Drinkwater launches a London staged wedding with bride Tully Kennedy. Former Premier MacDonald plans a sea voyage. Five men jailed for the Atbania murder case face death. International disputes and political moves include Corloy Colarzana and Tuon Be Saeha, while shipments restrictions and health concerns affect global affairs.
Edward W. Pickard surveys the week’s clashes over U S naval policy with Secretary Wilbur noting trillions needed for a G-58 era force, President Coolidge opposing wide armament up to a broader conference. He cites Japan accelerating shipbuilding and fuel reserves as the Pacific threat rises amid political maneuvering in Washington.
Washington welcomes Tsuneo Matsudaira as Japan's envoy saying his appointment strengthens ties between Tokyo and Washington. Secretary Hughes cites his stature and family lineage, noting bilateral relations will advance with his mission. Officials insist no real issues divide the two governments, including permissions for maneuvers at Hawaii.
San Francisco Julius Kahn long serving representative from the Fourth California district and chair of the house military affairs committee died after a yearlong illness. He was sixty three. His illness began with an infected foot and kidney disease. He had urged expanding military training classes for all young men.
Tobn D. Rockefeller cancels plans to depart for his winter home in Ormond Beach Florida due to a slight cold. Announcement made in New York indicates the delay affects a scheduled Friday departure.
Washington reports the house approved the navy appropriation maintaining the fleet at 86 thousand men with $4,000 enlisted men. The action, tied to maintenance of current naval strength, passes amid debate on funding and manpower.
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