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Newspaper
Encampment Echo
Location
Encampment, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1921
Page
11
The House passed the Immigration Bill with three amendments after rejecting a provision to admit political refugees. The measure caps aliens at 3 percent of nationals of any country as of 1910, and faces a Senate vote where leaders expect rapid passage.
Roland P. Pothier confessed to federal authorities that he was ordered by Capt. Robert Rosenbluth to shoot Major Alexander Cronkhite at Camp Lewis in October 1918. Prosecutor J. W. Belden disclosed five alleged confessions made by Pothier.
A somber funeral scene recalls Augusta Victoria, former empress, laid to rest in an antique temple setting. Mourning crowds, mostly elderly, gather as forested surroundings and new leaves symbolize renewal.
Police say Thomas Colten confessed to involvement in a $23,000 robbery at Brockyards National Bank. He allegedly told detectives he would plead guilty if his "Aute sweetheart" was freed, remarking on a harsh sentence but offering to testify.
In New York Central Park and Caracas Washington Park two statues honor Bolivar and Washington as President Harding affirms readiness to defend Monroe doctrine. The piece links Bolivar and Washington as founders of liberty and argues the doctrine shields the Old and New Worlds from colonial powers, urging unity and readiness to fight if needed.
THE Mexican revolution movement in El Paso is described as split with rival leaders. A key incident involved a $100,000 plan to incite revolt at the Guatemalan border, but the money was diverted to a ranch outbreak and the conspiracy collapsed.
One hundred five beneficiaries including waiters bootblacks saloon-keepers an actress clerks doctors and others receive shares under the will of Joseph Bigano deceased. He died in San Francisco in 1910 with estates reported over 825000. Relatives contested the will.
Secretary Weeks announced General Pershing will head a skeletonized general headquarters to direct field operations in wartime. In peace, the staff will handle strategy and tactics without interfering with the general staff’s functions.
The Colombia treaty was ratified by the Senate by 69 to 10, authorizing $25,000,000 in U S payments to Colombia. Fifteen Republicans and four Democrats voted against ratification amid claims it could imply U S support for Panamanian revolt.
Guatemala Honduras and El Salvador pledge to join Costa Rica in war against Panama if Costa Rica deems it necessary amid a boundary dispute. U S warns against renewed hostilities while keeping Panama Panama City and San Jose under advisory notice as American forces in the region remain ready.
Washington orders arm postal employees in Chicago and nine other states after a surge of mall robberies. Some 200 shotguns and pistols are being dispatched, with armed precautionary measures expanding to Illinois and other hard hit areas including Nebraska Kentucky Indiana Kansas Michigan Ohio Iowa and Dakota territories.
Premier Lloyd George argues the joint policy to Ireland mirrors the American Civil War in a House of Lords reply to nine Anglican bishops. The memorial from bishops urged a truce and protested the secretary’s stance against reprisal in Ireland during a tense parliamentary session.
Berlin appeals for U S mediation on German reparations, offering to pay a fair amount. Washington declines mediation but urges Germany to promptly formulate proposals for discussion. Secretary Hughes signals readiness to help resume talks if Berlin presents a proper basis. Germany faces May 1 deadline. Britain and France consider penalties if reparations are not met.
The American Association for the Recognition of the Irish Republic launches a nationwide drive to add one million members after a national convention in Chicago. Five thousand delegates participated in the meeting which passed resolutions urging Congress to recognize the Irish Republic.
Police uncover an underground passage in Scranton connected to the Wall Street bomb case. Investigators believe the tunnel led to a subterranean chamber once used by makers of infernal devices.
Postmaster General Hays announces revocation of retirement age rules for Washington postal employees. Eligible workers may choose to retire or stay, with case-by-case decisions processed by the Postmaster General's office. Vacancies may allow reinstatement of former employees who resigned.
May 2 vote in Chugwater to bond 33000 for waterworks and 7000 for electric lighting. Wyoming Stock Growers meet in Lusk with Gov Carey and officials attending. Frank Fogler found dead after blizzard. Frank Wilkinson convicted of murder in Trail Creek case. O'Rourke killed in Glenrock crash. others injured. Rehabilitation director James R Coxen named to lead act implementation.
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