Freight traffic improves in central west amid strike turmoil
Reports from central west states indicate improved freight movement as strikers return to work in some areas while Ohio and Michigan face fuel shortages. In Chicago, railroads push to move goods with many switch engines active, though turmoil persists with fuel cuts and possible passenger service disruptions.
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Soviets Aim to Use US Railroad Strike
Washington April 14 Evidence obtained by the department shows the Russian communist international sought to exploit the railroad strike as a vehicle for a broader revolution in the United States. Federal agents report the Communist Party and the Industrial Workers of the World aided the strike as a step in a long term plan, with President Wilson and the cabinet briefed by Attorney General Palmer about the findings.
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Cost of Food Distribution 18 Discussed
Washington April 14 the federal trade commission said food distribution costs are too high and urged direct from field to factor flow. The report on wholesale marketing calls eliminating unnecessary costs to curb food prices and boost consumer purchasing power.
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Minnesota Education Leader Appointed Head of State
Dene Mins April Daly Cottman named head of the state education department in Minnesota. Formerly linked to the University of Michigan and the University of Iowa School of Education, he is reported as 45 years old.
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Cavell Memorial Unveiled Amid Royal Ceremony in London
A memorial dedicated to Edith Cavell was unveiled in London with a grand royal ceremony. Members of the royal family and senior military officials attended the event, honoring Cavell's memory after her execution by German forces.
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Peace Resolution Substitute Introduced in House Meeting
A substitute for the peace resolution was introduced as a House special meeting of the foreign-relations committee was called for tomorrow to consider the resolution. Cotton futures closed steady with May at 41.40, July 39.02, October 36.18, December 34.00, January 32.05. Weather reports note unsettled conditions across Minnesota and North Dakota with strong winds and mixed precipitation.
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Townley Faction Divides I V A Delegates Meet Grand Forks
Delegates from most local units of the Independent Voters Association in Grand Forks county met at Grand Forks City hall to plan for the movement. C H Burtees elected temporary chairman in John Freeman's absence. No action on delegate elections to state conventions set for May 2 and 13. J Arnold of Larimore spoke on voter classification and the key issue of North Dakota being dominated by Townley forces. Additional addresses planned.
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Paper Makers Plan To Increase Pay Of All Employes
New York reports eleven major newsprint firms in the United States and Canada agreed with union officials to grant a general wage advance of twenty percent in renewing working agreements for the next year. Also noted are a probable railroad strike in London, a suit for damages against the Chicago National League Club, and the dismissal of Dr Freudenberg in Wisconsin connected to his mother-in-law's death.
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Cabinet Meets Today on Wilson Call and Railroad Plan
Washington April 14. President Wilson and his cabinet discussed the railroad strike for over an hour and left no public conclusion. Attorney General Palmer said decisive action was not stated. The Labor Board was summoned to Washington to be ready once Senate confirms nominations. Senate executive session to consider railroad labor board nominees followed cabinet talks. Palmer announced preparations and the White House sent for board members.
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Telegraphic Briefs Span Wars and Sports Echoes
London appeals to the U S for Irish hunger strikers. New York greets Irish arrivals believed to signal many more. Danes set elections for April 26. Davis Cup tennis postponed due to lack of European women teams. Other notes include pensions for disabled veterans, a strike order for cigarmakers, a Boston manager’s retirement, and odd court heirs in Maryland.
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Pussyfoot) Johnson
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Baseball Bulletins from National League update
Fragmentary baseball bulletins show players Barnes Hal Gonmles Bayers and del Winters with teams including Philadelphia Brooklyn. Reading is incomplete with stray numbers and punctuation. no clear game actions or outcomes can be established from the readable text.
Stutz Stock Sought Removed From Exchange List
New York April 14 Allan A Foran asked the New York Stock Exchange board to remove Stutz Motor Car stock from trading following his resignation The stock rose at auction after a 20 percent stock dividend sold at 70 a share while trading was suspended The exchange later postponed action on Foran’s resignation pending a market manipulation investigation into Stutz stock
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Carranza Is Asked To Resign By Laredo
Washington reports private ad vies from Neuve 14 redo indicate General Pablo Gonzalez, ex chief military leader, rejoined his command and urged Carranza to resign. He proposes the Supreme Court name a provisional president to hold devolutions. Gonzalez withdrew as a candidate and urged Obregon and Venacio Bonilla as alternatives. Carranza’s backing appears in flux as Bonilla gains support.
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Woolworth Plans Stock Increase At Annual Meeting
New York April 14 The Woolworth Company today announces stockholders will meet May 12 to increase the company’s capital from 3,507,000 to 5,100,000 and to declare a stock dividend of one percent at that time.
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