Senate kills ship subsidy bill in Senate stalemate
The Senate adjourned without a vote on the ship subsidy bill as four Republican senators withdrew their support. Oregon's McNary and Stanalet, Wisconsin's Lenroot, and Idaho's Gooding shifted to oppose, sending the measure back to the general calendar. President Harding remains determined to push for a recall vote while supporters acknowledge revival odds are slim.
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Woshington
Senate
Harding
Hhouse
McNary
Stanalet
Oregon
Lenroot
Wisconsin
Gooding
Idaho
Senate Chamber
Red Army Ready For Action Faces European Threats
Moscow reports Karl Tadek says the Red Army has not achieved its aims and must be ready for coming events. He notes Europe’s threatening situation cannot leave the USSR as an onlooker despite its peaceful posture. He mentions Germany, Turkey, and the Turks or Curzoz in context.
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Moscow
Karl Tadek
Red Army
Europe
Turkey
Curzoz
Jury awards $20,000 in kiss case at hospital
In Qulengo, Dr. Justin L Mitchell, physician at the German Deaconess hospital, was ordered to pay Ras Mathilde Benkhardt $20,000 damages for allegedly kissing her in the maternity ward. A jury in Superior Judge Kern's court returned the verdict after under an hour of deliberation.
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Qulengo
Justin L Mitchell
Ras Mathilde Benkhardt
Kern
US Demands China Apology Over Chinese Firing Inquiry
Washington reports the State department has instructed Ambassador Schirman of Peking to press the Chinese government for a diplomatic settlement following the idling of an American trader and the firing upon an American consul by Chinese soldiers.
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Washington
State Department
Thirty Mine Riot Respondents Sentenced to Three Years
Thirty men pleaded guilty to involvement in a West Virginia mine riot. Each defendant received a three year term in the state penitentiary, bringing total guilty sentences to 47. The cases follow earlier prosecutions by Virginia authorities.
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Wellaburg
W. Vit
Tech
West Virginia
Battle in Dublin Kills Two in City Center Clash
Rebel bands and Free State forces clashed in central Dublin on Wednesday with snipers firing on crowds. The attack targeted public buildings, causing panic as two rebels were killed and multiple wounded before the Free State retook control.
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Dubin
Free State
Free Bute
More Jobs Slimmer Wages in January Payroll
Washington reports a rise in employment for January with 1,819,078 workers on the payroll and total weekly wages of 45.107 million. Despite more jobs, total payroll declined to 4,158 fewer dollars than the prior period, reflecting weaker earnings per worker.
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Washington
Representative Industries
Bureau of Labor
Car Loadings Report Shows Heavy Week For Freight
Washington reports the American Railway Association notes marked prosperity in freight activity for the week ending February 10. Coal moved 190,960 cars, grain and grain products 60,039 cars, and forest products 64,810 cars, with totals well above the same week last year though down from the prior week. Overall car loadings totaled 75,498 cars more than the corresponding week in the previous year, reflecting strong demand despite weather effects.
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Washington
American Staiway Association
Leary
English Per Capita Tax Compared Across Nations
In a House of Commons reply, Chancellor Baldwin compares per capita taxes in Great Britain France and the United States. Direct and indirect taxes are listed: Britain 210 shillings direct and 122 shillings indirect. France 242 francs direct and 109 francs indirect. United States 13.60 dollars direct and 12.70 dollars indirect.
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London
Liam
France
United States
Uy Gossuley Baldwin
House of Commons
Great Britain
Automobile Production in United States Rises in Jamaica
Washington reports higher U S auto output led by passenger car and truck production in January reaching notable gains from December. Passenger cars totaled 223,007, while light trucks surpassed 10,206 in January, with year over year comparisons showing growth.
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Faye
Washington
United
Jamaiy
Commerce Department
Bank President Seized After Embezzling 42000
Chicago, Web. 22 Frank L. Taylor was arrested Wednesday charged with embezzling 42000 from the First National Bank of Wigton, Mays., of which he was present. He was hiding in the apartment of Arthur Mann at 8455 West Madison Street after a precipitate night from Warren Inet week.
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Frank L. Taylor
First National Bank of
Wigton, Mays
Taylor
Arthur Mann
West
Madison, Street
Warren
Disturbances Prompt Martial Law in Bochum
Berlin reports that martial law has been declared in Bochum after disturbances and gunfire between French soldiers and civilians. Authorities warn that further outbreaks will be met with harsher measures. The Central News notes rising tensions and the potential for intensified control.
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Berlin
Ambiguous estate case prompts $10,000 recovery note
A House committee approved an administration order regarding the potential recovery of up to ten thousand dollars from the estate of a veteran merchant or beneficiary. The fragmentary text indicates a financial claim tied to estate assets and a custodian role, with no clear names or dates provided.
Risjeda Packer Merger Quiz Sparks House Inquiry
A February inquiry by the House committees requests Federal Trade Commission action on an Armour-Quel merger. The stalled deal drew questions over antitrust implications and market impact, prompting lawmakers to seek formal review and potential remedies.
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Risjeda Packer
Washington
Feds
Americans Eat More Meat in Past Year
Washington report shows U S meat consumption rose to 16.888 billion pounds, a per capita gain of about 10 pounds from 1921 and 4 percent above 1920. The Agriculture Department released the figures, highlighting record totals for the nation.
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Wes
United States
Department of Agriculture
Amonta
Nelson
New York State Fuel Scare Ripples Through Saratoga Springs
In Saratoga Springs New York and other communities tensions rise over fuel shortages and price threats. Officials like Arthur J Leonard of Dulule works attempt to calm markets while authorities urge orderly supply and avoid panic.
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Boze
New York State
Saratoga Springs
Nev
New York
Arthur J. Leonard
Comutsalonur
Dulule Works
Gelved
Siline Carlouds
Mediation by United States Proposed in Near East
The article reports on a call for U S mediation in the Near East under League of Nations auspices. It notes opposition from key regional actors and hints that U S involvement would be contested or postponed.
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Constantinopte
Iast
League of Nations
United States
Prohibition Enforcement Debate Tangles House Panel
Washington hearing unveils tension as attorneys advocate stricter alcohol bans. John B. Marrs, a former Department of Public Safety official, outlines enforcement plans while committee members weigh costs and legality amid a tightening federal push.
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Washington
Prohibition
John B. Marrs
Department of Puptlee
House
Highway legislation splits Senate and House over commission
Amid debate on highway matters the Iowa legislature shows shifting support for the highway commission. Senate votes on Brookhart bill tie county engineer to supervisors, while House committees back a broad program of road funding, tax changes, and potential state control of primary and secondary road funds.
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Brookhart
House
Thewolkdt
W. O C. Edson
Haena Vista
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Emily Supervisars
Edron
Buen
Beaventeen Stavarad
Unclear legislative debate and stalled bills in slate governance
A garbled report suggests lawmakers debated the Gallagher bill to form a slate board of supervision amid editorial orders and routine measures. Rumors mention pending actions to replace the current panel and address an untimely month’s issues, with uncertain outcomes.
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Gallagher
Boon residents hear paving plan and medical updates
In Washington DC W A Anderson and Liaison group discuss Lincett sanitation and county agents. Boone prepares eighty six blocks of paving per city resolution, while the Iowa Tuberculosis association elects Peck as president. Town actions address revolver and weapon bans amid crime concerns. Oldest Linn county resident John Krall dies at 99 after long town residence. Farmers Cooperative creamery in Allison reelects officers. annual report shows over $50,000 in profit. Fire losses rise to 10,151,011 statewide, up 541,800 from prior year. Attorney general seeks full tax on bank stock statewide. Des Moines resident Mrs. Leberle discharged from Oakaloosa hospital, now home. Chronicle building razed for new two story business block in Port Doyle district. Farmers dairy events highlight Iowa dairy industry. Community debates primary registration reforms and Des Moines river dam project faces funding snags threatening development. Local liquor law proposal aims to empower raids and warrants. Henry Patera sells property for $12,000 amid town growth. School book distribution controversy continues with state text committee oversight.
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