04 Dec 1921
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Star
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1921
Page
1
A pivotal move hailed as a major step toward emancipation, signaling discussion of surrendering control over Port Arthur and Hongkong leaseholds, indicating a shift in regional influence and sovereignty negotiations.
Nine power meeting reports progress as Japan Britain and France offer to relinquish portions of leased Chinese territory. France proposes Kwang Chow. Britain suggests Wei Hai Wei. Japan reiterates Shantung and Kia-Chou terms with conditions. Further talks set for next committee meeting amid China Japan discussions on Shantung.
A glimpse into today’s Star classified pages shows ads ranging from firearms to cash registers and other items for sale. The notes reflect a broad marketplace with varied buyers and sellers posting available goods across multiple categories.
An odd bundle of classified notes offers a Remington rifle and a fancy target rifle in Pennsylvania. Also listed are pine flooring kiln dried nine inches wide tongued and grooved at 26 dollars per 1600. Additional entries include a cash register exchange in Kareain City and various household goods such as a parchment lamp shade and other misc items.
In Washington the Japanese cabinet aide Sennosuke Yakata urged that true disarmament include potential power and industrial capacity. He warned neglect could earn posterity's disapproval and said America must lead toward lasting peace and reject racial discrimination. Continued on page 8x1.
A 10 year old Armenian refugee from the Black Sea area, adopted by the destroyer Overton crew, has taken the ship name as his own and wishes to stay aboard. Navy officials say his arrangements do not meet requirements and he may need placement in a home near his homeland, Batoum or Constantinople.
Washington reports indicate large American coal companies with Havana offices plan to replace stock of American coal in Cuba with cheaper Cardiff coal. Orders to clear docks and refill with Cardiff coal could cut costs by about £2 a ton, signaling a potential return of British output to the West Indies market.
The Democratic state committee met at the Denison hotel to focus on finances and building a campaign structure for 1922. Key speakers urged immediate fund-raising to cover a $25,000 1920 deficit and to fund organization work, with Bosse calling for a $2,000 quota per district by February 1.
Washington reports the Interstate Commerce Commission accepted voluntary proposals for a 10 percent cut in freight rates on farm products outside New England. Orders let railroads disregard usual restrictions and long haul rules to implement the reduction for six months with one day notice. Grain and hay in Western areas were excluded from the general decrease. Provisions for New England reductions and potential later actions were noted as the commission planned continued review and possible adjudication if railroads withdraw the offer.
Kansas court issues an order placing a ban on a strike by Packer workers. The ruling affects ongoing labor actions and outlines enforcement measures and potential penalties for noncompliance.
Kansas City, Mo. December 4. The Kansas Court of Industrial Relations issued a temporary restraining order aimed at packers and union officials to maintain the current terms of employment. Judge W H McCamish set a 2 pm Monday appearance for sixteen union officials who ignored subpoenas. Sheriff deputies served both the district and industrial court orders, with contempt possible if officials fail to appear. Representatives of the five big packers are also served.
A clash looms between the Big Five packers and the Amalgamated Meat Cutters and Butcher Workmen as both sides finalize strike plans for union packing house workers. Packers post job losses for strikers and seek replacements while unions vow to press wage and condition questions through their councils. Continued on page three.
A Big Four freight train bridge over the Wabash River in Lafayette causes the tenth car to derail and plunge into the river as the rear section auto joins the ahead cars. One car remains submerged while crews work to recover it. Investigators have not explained the accident.
In Chattanooga, Rev W C Robertson of Christ Episcopal Church issued five regulations governing bridal attire. Skirts must start where the calf begins and must not expose the knee, sleeves must reach the elbows, a proper veil or hat covering is required, and sheer fabrics require additional coverage. Violations could bar participation in the ceremony.
Charles W Morse, shipbuilder, was ordered to return to the United States immediately. Attorney General Daugherty refused his request to stay in Europe until January 5 for medical treatment or to consult a Rome specialist, saying Morse must sail on the Paria from Havre next Tuesday.
Petersburg Indiana reports Sarah Ann Wiraver aged 87 a Pike county pioneer was burned to death when her clothing ignited from an open grate She lived with her grandson Wiraver two miles east of Orwell and was alone at the time Found by a neighbor she died before aid arrived Wiraver was mother of Castyne Wideracer of Orwell Indiana.
Berlin reports Chancellor Wirth has named a commission to address credit questions. The body will operate under the chancellor and meet behind closed doors to direct negotiations with foreign security brokers to obtain credits abroad. This move aims to enable Germany to meet obligations to the Allies.
Appointment of two Indianapolis physicians to city health posts was announced by Dr F F Hodgin. Dr R R Coble becomes superintendent of the city dispensary and Dr Cleon Nafo an assistant superintendent of the City hospital. Coble, 42, a Indiana University graduate, has ten years of practice in Indianapolis and earlier in Spencer. Nafo, also an IU graduate, has been resident physician at City hospital since February 21. Both are Democrats with prior ties to Rochester and Cloverdale, Indiana.
Governor Warren T. McCray of Indiana told the Chicago Board of Trade that farmers should apply immediately for loans from country banks to cover production costs if no better market is available. He stressed the plan is not for speculation but to aid the farm economy and the nation. He noted Congress will be asked to consider a foreign trade association to enable loans to foreigners for agricultural purchases in the U.S. as part of the War Finance Corporation proposal.
New York December reports the tank steam ship Santa Rita, sailing from New Orleans October 26 for Spezia, Italy, is eighteen days overdue. The vessel, built in 1903 in Cleveland, has a crew of about forty and a gross tonnage of 8272. It is owned by the American Fuel Oil and Transport Company.
The dispatch reports that twelve workers are required to remain at their posts until ten o clock after which the supervisor will decide whether to dismiss them. The action signals a potential change in staffing and workplace discipline.
In San Francisco the jury in the Fatty Arbuckle manslaughter trial faced multiple ballots and growing pressure as they deliberated at least twenty five hours. Reports say seventeen ballots were tallying eleven to one in favor of acquittal with continued court consideration on discharge.
Weather conditions forecast for Sunday and Monday show cloudy skies in Indiana with possible snow in the extreme south portion on Sunday and light accumulation expected Monday. Temperatures remain steady with moderate to fresh north and northwest winds and variable conditions for Indianapolis and Vicinity.
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