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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1920
Page
1
Republican National Committee opens first session to resolve contest cases and set up a temporary roll call for the convention amid a busy slate of political moves as Minors Governor wins seats from Southern states.
The Republican National Committee held its first session to establish a temporary convention roll call. Contests from Alabama and Arkansas favored regular delegates, while a Florida dispute centered on whether a state convention elected delegates in line with primary law. Wood and Lowden factions clash as hearings begin. General Wood arrived from North Carolina and met with manager William Cooper Procter. Hitchcock said he had not yet joined talks.
Crowds paused as memorial day observances closed shops and schools. Lawton Park services led by Paul Kutcher featured flower strewing on water and a program by the Woman's Relief Corps under Mrs. Etta Bickel. Ensign Jewell gave the invocation as residents mourned fallen soldiers, sailors, and marines.
Adolfo de la Huerta speaking from a sick bed told the Associated Press that his provisional government will pursue worker aid, capital development, and stronger ties with free nations to the north. He warned that former ambassador Tymacio W. Manuela would be expelled if found to interfere in Mexican politics and vowed a commission to investigate the death of President Creatas with diplomatic and press involvement.
The Senate plans a vote on a resolution declining to authorize and mandate over Armenia. A close result is anticipated as Hitchcock’s proposed economic rehabilitation commission faces debate. Senator Reed denounces the mandate as madness, warning of sending 600,000 men to their slaughter.
Police surrounded the Bass foundry on Wallace Street after a tip linked a colored man named Johnson to a window sighting. Despite extensive checks of rooms and corridors, no trace was found. Johnson, said to be armed, had earlier avoided capture after visits to boarding houses and a neighbor on Lewis Street. He has funds and a bank account nearby but is reportedly poorly dressed and may remain in the city.
Washington leaders of both houses agreed tentatively to adjourn Congress on Saturday at 4 pm. Many members prefer a recess for political conventions, possibly altering plans. The Armenian mandate resolution and conference reports remain among the key measures before adjournment.
A continuation of the expense probe is planned with a committee of investigation. About a score of witnesses are summoned for tomorrow as Chairman Kenyon aims to push through with nominations and bring the inquiry to a close Thursday night. Several figures including J W T Nevello, H A Eaker, Robert Wolfe, and Antoinette Funk are to be questioned on campaign spending and primaries amid party conventions and upcoming ballots.
President and Democratic National Committee Chairman William Cummings discussed the party platform and League of Nations at the White House. Cummings said remarks favored the Virginia convention’s platform. details on the peace treaty were kept vague. The talk touched on the preconvention campaign and an upcoming San Francisco stay for Cummings.
All invited to meet WR Lewis of the 2nd district as plans finalize for a Democratic gathering in Fort Wayne. Senator James H. Ton Tewik of China will speak on personal and international questions. Local Democrats expect a crowd with a reception and speeches, doors open at 7:20 pm.
Washington May 31 a joint congressional committee recommends increases totaling about 23 million dollars for first year postal payrolls effective July 1. Clerks, city carriers, and supervisors would gain 146 to 250 dollars annually, with special raises for various postal divisions and new pay scales for first to fourth class postmasters after hearings across the country.
Fort Wayne jobbers and manufacturers depart today for a trip through Ohio cities with Lima as the main objective. The itinerary includes Van Wert Convoy Delos and other towns, with planned demonstrations along the route. A grand welcome is planned in Lima by the Chamber of Commerce Royal Merchants Association and local organizations, ending with a large evening dinner and ceremonies.
The winner posted :40:16.14 with an average speed of 88.16 mph marking a historic finish at the speedway. Six accidents occurred during the event but no deaths were reported.
Gaston Chevrolet wins the Indianapolis 300 mile race in a record crowd of 120000 and a time of 3 40 16.14 at 88.16 mph. Read Thomas second, Tommy Milton third, Jimmy Murphy fourth, with De Palma crashing but finishing fifth after dramatic redemptions and engine failures.
British ambassador Sir Anelz lan Geddes warned graduates at George Washington University that America risks entanglement in European affairs. He cited industrial unrest at home and stressed the need for disengagement, describing a future with dark clouds over many nations.
A Senate foreign relations subcommittee urged armed intervention in Mexico only if a stable, US-friendly government cannot be built. It recommended extending US recognition with conditions, a financial aid package, a claims commission for American damages, and a police force if Mexican officials fail to establish protection for Americans.
A proposed measure called the Anti Trust bill aims to legalize collective farming by agricultural producers, allowing combinations to market and sell produce. Supporters say it offers farmers an option to pool products while opponents warn of higher living costs and potential abuses by the securities secretary.
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