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Newspaper
Grand Forks Herald
Location
Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1920
Page
1
A violent wind and electrical storm Tuesday caused five known deaths and extensive property damage across North Dakota Minnesota and neighboring areas. Trains were blown from tracks barns collapsed and telegraph lines toppled as communications deteriorated. Ohio River Falls and Foxhome Minnesota reported fatalities and injuries among residents and workers amid heavy rainfall and lightning.
Frank White withdraws from the race for the Republican nomination for United States senator in Fargo. With White out, only United States Senator A. Z. Gronna and Dr. E. F. Ladd remain in the field.
Washington June 9 Breckenridge Long third assistant secretary of state has resigned and his resignation accepted by President Wilson. Long retires to enter the race for the United States Senate seat from Missouri and has left for St. Louis to take charge of his campaign.
Washington June 9 The request for subpoenas of Major General William 8 Graven former AEF commander in Alberta and Raymond Robbins former American Red Cross commissioner to Russia in the deportation proceedings against Lugwig Martens was denied today by Immigration Inspector Shell conducting hearings.
Portland officials and business groups plan a coalitions effort to promote a smokeless summer in Oregon. The Chamber of Commerce and a fire prevention committee will coordinate with the national forest service to reduce smoke during the coming season in Portland and surrounding areas.
Washington June 9 steamship companies urged the interstate commerce commission to raise coastwise freight rates by the same proportion as railroads. State commissioners continued cross examination of railroad witnesses at the advanced rate hearing before the commission.
San Francisco June 9 A declaration favoring ratification of the Versailles treaty is the Democrats main plank for the national platform, announced by Senator Cummings chairman of the democratic national committee who arrived to prepare for the national convention.
Avia tion Cadets Roy W. Ellington of McCroy Arkansas and Harold Crowley of Mildred Montana were killed at Kelly Field when their plane spun from 2 000 feet and burst into flames on impact. Both cadets recently came from Rockell Field.
In Schenectady New York a head on collision between the East Express and a passenger train killed at least thirteen and injured over sixty. Engineer Martin Doyie of Albany died at the throttle, his body found in wreckage. Brakeman C Robinson of No 28 said he waved a red lantern and fled to save himself as the express plowed past.
In Fargo North Dakota Amundson Elling, who reportedly suffered grief over the loss of his wife and two daughters in the influenza epidemic, was found wandering the cemetery. He told authorities he wished to kill all the women because they were pinching him, per officials’ testimony on his alleged insanity.
Information from the French foreign office reports Bolsheviki offer aid to Turkish nationalists against the Allies to renounce Russia and protect their dominion from English influence. The note describes Russian intent amid the Constantinople situation and broader regional tensions.
Shanghai reports a definite agreement on terms of peace between northern and southern China. The accord ends hostilities and defines peaceful settlement parameters. The date cited is June 9. Named parties are not specified.
O B Burtness sends a letter to A H Hanson, manager of the Nonpartisan League, in Grand Forks county, renewing his debate challenge. The missive tightens the political contest as Burtness reiterates demands for public discussion and policy issues.
A political exchange in North Dakota and Minnesota is noted as heavy rain hindered a public debate between Mr. Wil and an unnamed opponent. O. S. Burtness defends his readiness to meet Nimagalion and proposes itineraries in Ramsey and Deadanerters counties while stressing residency and voter status requirements for debate participation.
A Labor convention delegate urged immediate ratification of the peace treaty by the U S Senate without reservations harming League of Nations. The resolution also condemned congressional tactics delaying ratification. Amsterdam note reports Frederick William’s 38th birthday observed largely in solitude. historic reference to 1882 emperors at his cradle.
Dr G Dallas Hanna of the California Academy of Sciences sails to Alaska to census Pribilof fur seals under the US Bureau of Fisheries. The census aims to determine annual removals while ensuring herd growth. current values and profits estimate the industry's strong financial potential for the government with modest operating costs.
The piece outlines a 1917 plan by Townley era socialists to install a friendly president at the University of North Dakota, replacing F. T. McVey with a leader who would steer the institution in line with socialist goals. It notes internal opposition, cautious moves, and a 1918 inquiry into Dr. Kane’s views on the Nonpartisan League and related political pressures.
A late day storm disrupted The Herald wire service, delaying outside news. By afternoon only partial reports were received and the full Associated Press update was anticipated for Thursday’s edition.
Minot dispatch reports Ward county voters rally behind William Langer as Nestos backers organize two campaign committees. One central group in Minot with Schofield as chairman and McKeane as secretary, another Gooseneck district committee based in Kenmare led by A B Paulson and Clark.
Wood forces here were elated as talk among seasoned politicians favors Lowden. Wood delegates named key committee chairs including Watson for resolution and Edward Duffield for credentials with Hitchcock as chief strategist. Johnson and Lowden express confidence while efforts aim to weaken Wood and Johnson and rally toward Lowden. Nominating speeches planned by Thursday and first ballot possible if needed, with convention possibly lasting all night.
Michigan North Dakota June 9 The id Sellers park at Stump Lake opened Sunday June 6. More than 6 000 people and over 1 500 autos attended the evening event despite threatening weather. The Million Dollar band drew no concert while Hon J T OConnor gave an educational talk to an enthusiastic crowd. OConnor received applause for his talk and the band was warmly received by Nelson county residents. Had the weather been better the crowd could have reached 10 000. Stump Lake park is expected to become a popular North Dakota resort.
Chicago June 8 9 Delegates faced long committee sessions as credentials work continued through the night The convention moved toward a permanent organization and finally seated several contested delegates while hearing a woman speaker Mrs Margaret Hill McCarter of Kansas The platform report was delayed and adjournment was tentatively set for Saturday noon
William Geo Bruce representing the Wisconsin deep waterways commission presented to the International Boundary and Waterways Commission in Milwaukee. He cited Wisconsin has twelve active lake ports and 1918 tonnage totaled 47,647,320 with value 854,180,558. He estimated foreign exports exceed 135,000,000 annually.
San Antonio June 9 A second lieutenant John H Wilson of Charlotte NC stationed at Kelly field set a world record by jumping from 12 000 feet with a parachute The drop occurred over Texas as Wilson soared with the marine corps unit Witnesses report the test ahead of a held ceremony Also in Fargo North Dakota a 14 year old girl Mary Waltemat allegedly attempted to kill herself by drinking poison yesterday but was saved by doctors with no further detail given
A brief item notes a Minnesota man relocating for work in Manitoba during mid year. Details are sparse due to OCR corruption, but the move involves seeking employment across the border and reflects regional labor mobility. Further specifics are not readable.
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