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Newspaper
Fremont Eagle
Location
Fremont, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1922
Page
2
Washington reports say President Wade plans emergency steps to keep trains moving amid a widening rail strike. Officials warn only eastern lines may escape crippling disruption unless the government intervenes within three weeks. lines operating efficiently may resist takeover with injunctions.
New York on August 28 reports aircraft are being used extensively by bootleggers to move liquor into the city. Zone Chief John D. Appleby confirms the practice and says the prohibition department is seriously considering airplanes and seaplanes to pursue rum runners.
Hamilton Bermuda reports the death of Alfred Winfield Swain United States consul in Bermuda He will be buried in Pembroke cemetery Swain had served in South America and England and was a native of Iowa.
A black crepe de chine frock features a floral border of self material. Each small flower contains a central crystal bead, edging the hem, sleeves and neckline for a delicate decorative touch.
United States Steel announces a 20 percent raise for day labor at all plants effective September 1, affecting about 156,000 workers who will receive 36 cents per hour more. Total payroll near 220,000 with 64,000 in mining and transportation. President James L. Farrell cites renewed business prospects and optimism for prosperity.
The Harding administration will form a cabinet backed commission to address the coal industry problems. The group will be composed entirely of public representatives with the aim of preventing future strikes and will exclude both operators and miners from its personnel.
Lieut Reeves of San Diego and his mechanician Clarence William Green died when their army aircraft encountered an air pocket above Elsinore and dove into Lake Elsinore.
The eastbound Oregon Washington Limited Train on Union Pacific derailed at Fremont Nebraska involving the baggage car diner and two passenger coaches. No injuries reported and investigation could not determine a cause.
This millinery note describes a hat of white organdie trimmed with small organdie roses arranged in a wreath on the outer edge. It emphasizes beauty over utility.
Detroit August 28 Henry Ford declared Ford Motor Co will shut down all plants in Detroit and other cities on September 16 or 18 due to a coal fuel shortage. He blamed Wall Street financial interests and public officials for labor unrest and predicted widespread layoffs affecting about 85 000 Ford workers and many more dependent on Ford orders.
London reports Prime Minister Lloyd George sent a message to William T. Cosgrave acting chairman of the Irish provisional government expressing deep regret at the death of the Free State army's commander in chief. He praised the leader as fearless energetic devoted and personally charming and offered profound sympathy to Ireland in this moment of need.
Riga reports that Latvi a Esth onia and Finland accepted the invitation to a disarmament conference in Moscow. Poland agrees in principle but wants League of Nations discussions awaited. Romania invited but silent.
Detroit August 25 three thousand Ford tractor plant workers are temporarily laid off due to coal shortages. The duration depends on coal receipts in the coming days. The tractor plant normally employs 26 000 men.
Fringed effects dominate the season with white lambel skirts and tweed inspired textiles. Loose weave fabrics feature yarns integrated by bold stitches creating a textured pattern for warm weather wear.
New York August 24 A conference of 148 railway executives and leaders of the big five unions failed to reach a settlement. The railroads refused union proposals and offered no plan to end the strike, insisting returned workers would have no seniority rights. Bert M. Jewell blamed the executives for closing the doors and warned of broader union involvement.
Federal agents and Berrien County deputies raided a woods meeting near Bridgeman Michigan seizing inflammatory literature. The papers indicate plans to use mine and rail strikes to seize government property. Fifteen arrested include Ruthenberg Krumbine Sullivan and Harrison facing conspiracy charges.
Capts. MacMillan and Mailling, attempting to fly around the world after Maj. Blake, were rescued in Chittagong, British India after three days afloat. They were weakened by exposure and their plane capsized due to faulty floats, with little chance of repairs and the endeavor possibly abandoned.
In Cheyenne Wyoming Gov Robert D Carey appears renominated on the Republican ticket over John W Bay Rock Springs banker The Democratic primary result is uncertain with W B Ross and George B Kindler neck and neck Judge Charles E Winters narrowly leads Marshall Reynolds for the lone Republican congressman nomination
Mole fur is forecast as a leading trend for fall coats with designers highlighting its luxurious texture. The material is expected to feature prominently in new por coat lines as retailers push seasonal novelty.
Michigan state fuel administrator William W. Potter charged Washington with shortchanging the state on coal priority and pricing. He said Michigan has not received any coal at contract price and blamed coal operators on the federal advisory board. Federal officials replied that Michigan would receive a large share of coal authorized for Great Lakes shipments and rail use, while defending the cash deposit rule for purchases.
The item catalog lists varied events from 1920s era: liquor bootlegging in New York, President Harding’s plans, a Senate bill on honey bees, a fatal auto crash in Chicago, a French battleship capsize, and deaths of noted figures like Dr. Stephen Smith and Professor William A. Dunning. Also noted are forest fires near Rome, floods in Korea, a large studio explosion in Oklahoma, and a violent baseball game ending 26 to 23.
Washington August 28 Samuel Gompers president of the American Federation of Labor expresses satisfaction with the resistance of American labor to wage cuts and union smashing during the post armistice period He notes solidarity in both industrial and political realms and the Labor day message will appear in the September issue of the American Federationist.
Gerald Chapman and George Anderson were found guilty of stealing 2.5 million dollars in cash and securities from a Broadway East mall wagon in October. The jury by the Supreme Court sentenced each to 25 years in the federal penitentiary at Atlanta.
Fred Oestreich a Milwaukee born garment manufacturer was shot to death in his Los Angeles residence by burglars. Mrs Oestreich was locked in a closet during the raid. The case marks a violent break in at the residence with authorities investigating the motive and suspects.
Calgary August 25. Operators and miners sign a deal cutting wages by 2 15 percent from the old scale. The new scale will be the Cleveland scale once 70 percent of American tonnage adopts it.
Market data lists flour prices for hard, soft, and white grades with patent and era figures. Hay prices show No 1 timothy and clover mixes. Cattle prices include prime to plain steers and cows with bid ranges and note on feeders and yearlings.
A fragment from a bygone era notes Metz cathedral acquiring sixty porcelain bells famed for their tone and durability amid novelty in porcelain use. The piece references Misson’s ancient porcelain industry and a quirky ad blend from The Mysterious Stranger.
A National Woman's Party member recalls early suffrage work in Chicago where speakers urged women workers like cooks and chambermaids to demand the vote. A question arises about residency requirements, pondering whether women must live in one place for three months.
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