Blimp explodes in Chicago crash kills eleven
A Goodyear dirigible on a test flight burst into flames after striking the Illinois and Savings Bank rotunda in Chicago. Eleven people died and twenty five were injured as gasoline tanks exploded and workers fled amid burning debris. Survivors say two crew jumped with parachutes, while one stayed aboard and perished.
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Chicago mayor urges congress relief from price burdens
Chicago mayor Thompson in a message to the city council urged the council and the people of Chicago to appeal to members of Congress for relief from oppressive economic conditions. He called for jail terms for profiteers and pressed to free food markets from price fixers so the free market law of supply and demand could prevail.
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Home liquor storage ban survives in prohibition bill
Washington July 22 The house defeated a motion to strike the provision permitting storage of liquor in the home for personal use by a 107 to 3 vote. Representative Raker led the motion against Volstead. The body also rejected an amendment to cap home possession at 850 worth of liquor and eliminated jail penalties for repeat violators without bond within a year by 88 to 26.
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Berlin General Strike Sparks Rail and Utility Walkout
Workers in Berlin joined a general strike on July 22, with elevated and subway car crews, electricians, and gas workers walking out in sympathy with an international demonstration. The day saw widespread transit disruptions and coordinated action by multiple trades.
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Carranza Informs US Will Punish Correll Killers
Washington reports three Mexican men in civilian clothes held up and robbed American sailors in a Tampico river launch on July 6. Commander Finney topeka report confirms efforts to catch bandits and Mexican regret. Congress weighs actions on outrages and possible bribery tied to Carranza recognition and a $25,000 check offered to influence reporting.
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Bolshevik Arrests Tangle Swedish Legation
Stockholm reports the Bolshevik government at Petrograd refused to release two Swedish men and five female typists from the Swedish legation recently arrested. Sweden protests as officials warn that other foreign representatives may be detained. Moscow cites legal indictments and denies diplomatic immunity.
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2000 Knit Workers Strike in Chicago Unions Seek Higher Pay
Two thousand Knit Workers Union members strike, halting work in ten Chicago factories. Leaders say more will walk out. Women demand union recognition, a 44 hour week, 20 percent raise for piece workers and $3 weekly for time workers. Time workers now earn 15 to 18 dollars weekly, piece workers 20 to 25 dollars.
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Standings Update From National and American Leagues
National League games were rained out with Boston leading St Louis 7 to 6. American League results show Chicago 7 5 over New York 6 4, Cleveland 7 over Philadelphia 1, Detroit 6 over Boston 2, and St Louis 5 over Washington 4. American Association results had Minneapolis 3 Toledo 1 and St Paul 7 Indianapolis 3, with Kansas City Columbus and Milwaukee Louisville no games due to wet grounds.
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Vienna Reports Big Force On Way To Budapest
Vienna July 22 Arus nations is the method entered upon to bring quiet in Hungary General Franchet Desperey allied commander in the Near East preparing to advance on Budapest He has an army of 150000 men and is well equipped for the move and operations involving the fortress city
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Senate panel rejects Wilson nominee for treaty role
Washington July 22 Senate Foreign Relations Committee rejects President Wilson's request for a final appointment to ratify the treaty. The committee blocked the nomination, delaying ratification and signaling continued opposition in the Senate.
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Goodyear Officials Arrested After Blimp Disaster
Chicago July 22 M G Norton photographer has died of injuries from the blimp disaster bringing twelve fatalities. Two Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. officials, owners of the blimp, have been arrested as investigations continue.
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Pact Against Jugoslavia Prohibition Enforcement Passed
Washington July 22 The House passed the PACT AGAINST JUGO-SLAVIA Prohibition enforcement bill. Geneva July 22 A telegram from Laibach says Italy and Tonania formed an alliance against Jugoslavia, though the message notes the treaty was signed by former Italian premier Vittorio Orlando and Roumania’s premier Bratiano.
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Return Belgian Machinery Stolen Goods Return Weekly
Brussels reports German industrial firms are shipping back stolen Belgian machinery to original owners. About 8,000 tons are returned weekly, with total tonnage to June 18 reaching 18,000 tons. The operation continues as authorities recover and repatriate the equipment.
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Progressive Republicans Call Congress To Halt Price Cuts
Washington July 22 Progressive Republican senators urge Congress not to lower costs and demand definite action before the next election. Senator Capper Kansas Republican warns the party in power must act or face consequences with echoed support from Senator Kenyon Iowa and others.
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Mexico to Punish Bandits Over Correll Killing
The Mexican government told the U S State Department it will exhaust all means to prosecute the bandits who killed John W Correll near Tampico on June 16. Mrs Correll was mistreated and her son Joe was injured during the attack, prompting calls for swift justice.
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