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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1920
Page
1
President vetoes the budget system bill asserting unconstitutionality and removal powers over the comptroller general and assistant. Critics warn the measure curtails executive and legislative balance, while supporters argue budget reform and efficiency merit passage. The clash signals a high-stakes policy fight amid constitutional questions and political maneuvering.
President Wilson vetoed the national budget bill and the House failed to override by a 178 to 103 vote missing the two thirds needed. Thirty five Democrats joined Republicans in support, but the attempt collapsed at midnight. Leaders weigh amending the measure to address the president's constitutional objections.
The Senate committee probing presidential campaign financing heard estimates of Major General Leonard Wood's fund. Horace Stebbins, treasurer for the Wood National Committee, said book audits are needed to finalize numbers. Chairman Kenyon cited totals around 1.18 million with add ons up to 74,299, while Senator Venner proposed about 428,000 more. The inquiry expanded to include congressional campaigns and will continue through the November election with further testimony expected.
President Wilson expresses regret in vetoing a bill over removal provisions for comptroller general and assistant comptroller general. He argues Congress lacks constitutional authority to remove presidential appointees via concurrent resolution, citing Article II and the need for Senate advice and consent. The notice references continued discussion on page 5 column 6.
Washington June 4 The House foreign affairs committee reported against immediate action on a Senate resolution denying President Wilson authority to act unilaterally over Armenia. Republicans favored abandoning the measure to avoid alienating Loyalist sentiment. Democrats opposed the Senate resolution, arguing it would escalate political tensions. The report, signed by Pland Virginia, Townshend, Merckind, and Stedman, North Carolina, called the Senate move unwise and politically charged.
Coroner’s autopsy indicates heart failure from fright after pursuit by a mob. The body identified as Johnson, a Black man who attacked Mrs Laura Panke, was found near the Lingoin highway by riverbank children. Police linked a watch and clothing to the victim and noted five days since death.
A three member wage commission representing the public, miners, and operators was named by President Wilson. William Thompson of Ohio State University will represent the public, Newby Percy of McAdoo Pa will represent the miners, and William L. Mcnell of Scranton Pa will represent the operators. Hearings will be held in Washington if possible, with retroactive wages to April 1 and awards within days. The commission aims to set terms to prevent strikes or lockouts while it decides a new wage agreement.
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Congress moved to clear minor measures and push one or two major bills toward passage before the 4 p.m. adjournment. Leaders feared rivers and harbors and related appropriations would fail, as Senate and House debated funding for defense, pensions, and transportation amid heavy congestion.
The fund for Mrs. Lauea Panko collected by local business leaders is now under G Finley of the Chamber of Commerce with about 11200 in hand. Additional donations are welcomed to assist Stanley Panko and his four children as he stays home to care for his wife and family.
Washington June 4 After a long voyage the bill establishing conditions under which the government ships may be sold was sent to President Wilson. The Senate and House fought over conferees reports and debated fiercely before final passage by 145 to 120. The act sets up a seven member Shipping Board to oversee sale of the government fleet, with installment payments over 14 years to Americans and 10 years to foreigners.
Senate amendments to wartime laws were approved by the house without a record vote. The measure heads to the president with minor changes while sweeping about sixty acts from the statute books. A second item notes a senate conference on postal pay and river and harbor appropriations, with action expected before adjournment. The day also saw a reversal on Armenia policy authority as the foreign affairs panel planned a vote.
An impending city council vote on the school board picks deepens concerns over political influence in Wayne public schools. Ernest W. Cook, longtime board member, may be replaced by Dr. W. Grass, with L. G. Ward eyed for superintendent. insiders claim Republican leaders back Ward and push for politics to steer the district.
Fire destroyed the Vawter Park Hotel and damaged nearby buildings in Goshen. The blaze, reported in mid afternoon, left the hotel gutted while other structures suffered exposure and minor damage. Local authorities investigated the scene as emergency crews fought hotspots.
A political update notes Wood loses the same number of delegates that the Illinois candidate secures while the New Hampshire senator states the old roller has just undergone repairs, signaling campaign and equipment readiness.
Chicago June 4 General Wood denounces Moses charge of steam roller tactics after the Republican National Committee divides 28 contests for seats. Moses says the 1912 style machine is back in use. Wood and Lowden camps clash over decisions as delegates shift and fights continue in Mississippi Oklahoma and South Carolina.
Delegates at the convention city report Lowden forces jubilant over a national committee decision while rumors of dark horse contenders circulate. Leaders deny subordination rumors and focus on harmony as Harding and Cumberland are mentioned for possible future moves.
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