Chinese Move for Abrogation of 24 Demands
East issues report China seeks to abrogate the twenty four demands era terms. The item highlights diplomatic friction as Beijing presses for removal of the conditions imposed during the 1920s crisis.
15 Dec 1921
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Star
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1921
Page
1
East issues report China seeks to abrogate the twenty four demands era terms. The item highlights diplomatic friction as Beijing presses for removal of the conditions imposed during the 1920s crisis.
Washington reports delegates reached agreement on major naval ratio issues while ongoing talks in the Far East drew fresh friction. The US and Britain seek compensatory ship quotas as China presses to abrogate the twenty one demands and abolish spheres of influence. Shantung topics linger over Kiaochow Tsunanfu railway disputes as Japan seeks financial terms balanced with Chinese consent.
Washington December 14 A House foreign affairs committee approved a measure to provide 20 million dollars for grain and food purchases for famine regions in Russia. The plan doubles Harding's recommended amount and includes funds for condensed milk distribution to about 3.5 million children. Hoover urged the larger appropriation at a hearing as entries indicate immediate consideration in the House.
Kansas National Guard orders mobilization to Pittsburg coal field amid Howat linked protests. Officials deny martial law as about 2,000 guardsmen readied to entrain following a Crawford county sheriff request, while militant women and miners clash at mine entrances.
Indiana's House adjourned sine die after voting 78 to 6 to kill the soldier bonus measure as the Senate prepared to take it up. The vote ended the long pursuit urged by Veterans of Foreign Wars with ex-service members in the galleries. The Senate moved slowly due to a reformatory bill and adjourned after no further business was declared.
The ad quips that the transgressor’s path is tough and the Christmas shopper who delays runs a close second with nine days left. It notes one for every baseball team member and nudges, “Even tually-why not now?” suggesting urgency to buy now.
Washington December 14 Represent ative Merrill Moores has not yet named a candidate for Indianapolis postmaster as exam results and eligibility lists are pending. He says no decision will be made until three finalists are on the civil service list, delaying the gift until the eligible list is finalized.
Mrs Noam Hague, daughter of an Oxford publisher, files for temporary alimony in Indianapolis Superior Court alleging her husband Wilbur P. Hague led a "picturesque" life. She presents fifteen photos of him with various women including Julie Hofherr, says he earns $7,500 yearly but neglects support. She cites purchases of phonographs, clothing, wine and champagne, and says he became silent and left them in 1919 after discovering the pictures.
Dr. Albert C. Kimberlin a renowned Indiana specialist with offices in the Stokes building 224 North Meridian street died en route to Methodist hospital after being shot by a broken gun barrel. The accident occurred near Osgood during a hunting trip as Cecil C. Moon a hardware dealer discharged a shotgun splintering glass and injuring Kimberlin. The party rushed him toward Indianapolis where he died on the return trip. Coroner and authorities investigate noting the shooting appears accidental. Kimberlin, 58, had practiced in Indianapolis about thirty three years and resided at 1232 Park avenue. Funeral services planned at his home.
Crisis declared as committees plan district canvassing and persuasive calls. Thursday program features 7115 community sing led by Maj Earl Hites of Volunteers of America. Invocation at 1 40, hall call of teams, 1 30 oratoria Messiah sung by community chorus conducted by Frnett Heaney with Municipal Symphony Orchestra, and soloists including Mise Grace Northrupp Jean Leval Royal Cadman John Carapbell.
A legislative vote on a reformatory bill splits lawmakers along party lines with 64 Republicans voting against and 29 Democrats in favor, followed by 82 Republicans and 85 Democrats in subsequent tallies reflecting shifting support and party discipline.
Joseph H. Brewer, head of Indiana Electric Corp, declined to reveal Wabash river lands and cost estimates for a central power plant. He cited competitive interests and future land acquisitions as reasons, as Samuel Ashby questioned the deal during a Public Service Commission hearing on merging seven electric light firms.
The article portrays the State Assembly’s daily rituals of greeting and handshakes at the Statehouse. It humorously describes lawmakers approaching colleagues, gripping shoulders, and exchanging morning salutations as a defining custom amid a reforming mood in the legislature.
The House passed a soldier bonus of ten dollars monthly, but the measure died in the Senate with adjournment. The session adjourned after swift action on the reformitory location bill. Conference committees reconciled Senate and House amendments, sending the reformatory bill to final approval.
Forecast shows fair weather on Thursday with increasing cloudiness Friday. Temperatures little changed. Moderate wind from the w est and northwest shifting to the east Friday as unsettled conditions approach. United States Weather Bureau Special Report for Indianapolis area.
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