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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1920
Page
1
Prices stashed spark revival in retail trade and a brighter winter outlook. Federal reserve reports show steadier manufacturing resumption and improved transportation and car supply boosting distribution. Business optimism grows as dealers run on accumulated orders and ongoing production, with price-cut hesitancy easing.
Paris reports the allied commission will investigate the burning of the German steamship Bismarck, a 66,000 gross ton vessel under construction in Hamburg. No cause given in Hamburg advices. If completed, it would have been the world’s largest steamer, rivaling the Leviathan.
About one fifth of soldiers with September expirations re enlisted as the Army Recruiting Service reported. At Camp Gordon fifty five percent of discharged men re entered and at Camp Leavis Washington fifty percent did. A total of 10,461 men were accepted for service in September and the War Department estimated the 280,000 authorized strength would be reached by spring. There are now 190,482 men enrolled.
London October 7 William D B Johnson known as Pussyfoot, American temperance advocate, narrowly escaped an enraged Reading Berkshire crowd that interrupted his meeting. The mob broke through doors, hurled bombs with foul smelling chemical content, and sought to reach him.
Washington reports a nearly 820 dollar drop in the railroad administration payroll since government control ended February 20. February payroll stood at 570,078 for 2012 employees, while August payroll fell to 250,578. Also noted is Benjamin J Solomon's hunger strike entering its 84th day, with habeas corpus efforts by his attorneys for release from St. Elizabeth's Hospital.
Washington reports outline of Japanese stance on the California trend and law controversy. The Osaka newspaper piece signals official sentiment, urging observance of the gentleman’s agreement and no new Japanese immigration to America. It frames California’s referendum amendment as central to the dispute and hints at unresolved tensions.
A large building hosting the World Sunday School convention in Tokyo burned just before its opening. Delegates crowded the venue near Tokyo Central Station and the Imperial Palace as doorkeepers believed everyone escaped safely. Officials from around the world gathered for the eighth convention promoting global betterment for children and youth.
At Ailmloral Castle on Oct 4 a London dress house sent representatives with two assistants and trunks to select inexpensive gowns for Queen Mary and the royal ladies of the household. Most outfits were second-hand as prices ran from 1% to 30 dollars, signaling a shift to thrift among the court.
Washington reports a sharp fall in farm product prices during July and August, totaling about 1,770,400,000. George P. Hampton, managing director of the Farmer National council, estimates the loss based on prices received for wheat, corn, potatoes, apples, cotton and beef cattle.
Chicago's Circuit Court of Appeals affirms most of the sentence in the Haywood case, upholding the 20 year term for Big Bill Haywood and the others on conspiracy to violate the selective draft and espionage acts. The court strikes two counts, rejects double punishment, and remands to pursue potential rehearing. The defendants seek U.S. Supreme Court review if rehearing is denied.
Tokyo reports more than 300000 Sunday schools with over 33000000 pupils. Marion Lawrence of Chicago, general secretary of the International Sunday School Association, told the world Sunday school convention that the institution is entering a new phase due to a divine discontent among churches.
In Berne the national council condemned Switzerland’s U S loan pact signed in July. They cited a 9.01 percent rate as the costliest money borrowed, arguing a billion or more could have been raised domestically at a better rate. The council approved ratification 40 to 24.
Tokyo Oct 5 Anti American out cries by the Chinese press are deprecated by Baron Shimpei Goto former foreign minister who may become Japan's next prime minister He refuses to attack the Japanese government over its American policy and tells Reuters he hopes a settlement in California may be reached He calls the anti Japanese sentiment a phase of the presidential election and a general issue to be settled honorably on both sides The ownership of land in California is not the real issue but a part of discrimination The Japanese must appeal to America's sense of fairness and justice.
Washington reports completion of a safer agreement under which Louis M. Athy of New York will purchase ten composite vessels aggregating approximately 1400 deadweight tons for 1.4 million dollars. The buyer has the option to select any ten composite ships and will pay for all ten on delivery of the first vessel.
An oil tank on the British steamer G. R. Crowe exploded during repairs in Shewan's drydock Brooklyn. Four bodies were recovered and four more workers reported missing. Injuries were listed between twenty and forty. The blast occurred while about 100 men were aboard.
Senator Underwood minority leader in the Senate and committee on finance predicted that regardless of the elected president Congress will be called into an extra session late next spring to revise revenue laws and place the United States on a sound financial footing.
In Olathe Kansas on October 7 the mayor ordered school cars parked at the rear of the building due to heavy traffic congestion caused by students drivers.
Washington October 8 Major census figures reveal the continental United States totals 105,688,108, with about 12,260,400 residents living in outlying possessions. Alaska’s figures and military abroad await announcement. Farm numbers reach 6,450,008, up 98,498 since 1910. rural growth lags behind urban and industrial centers.
In Atlanta on October 7 armed guards were posted around several cotton gins and businesses after threats to halt operations as cotton prices fell below production costs. The destruction of gins and homes in the cotton belt led to closures in at least one community.
The Army announces 89 new chaplains for the regular force under the revamped regulation of one chaplain per 1200 officers and men. Commission dates begin July 1, with 300 applicants rejected from eligibility.
Hundreds of women enter ill paid work due to lack of experience or capital. A liberal profit sharing plan for Franco-American toilet requisites promises sales to neighbors and friends, widening access and opportunity for women for over thirty years.
If you long for independence and are willing to devote energy and enthusiasm to the work, write for full details about our Retailer's Plan. We offer generously paid positions in which any woman may win a place, if not already represented in your community.
A cautious stance by a local figure who avoids horse racing and distances from wagering. The remark implies a persona with sensible, restrained behavior and a preference for staying away from the race scene.
An ad touts Diamond Dyes as the dye for dress fabrics, draperies, and more. It claims a 50-step simple method, works on wool silk linen cotton and blends, with a color card featuring 16 rich hues.
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