Johnson Proved Great Surpart in South Dakota
A reader report notes Johnson's strong showing in South Dakota despite limited resources, contrasting Wood and Lowden. The piece predicts Johnson's potential impact if he matches or surpasses Michigan results and hints at possible shifts if he fairs well in New Jersey or other eastern states.
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South Dakota
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Middle West
Owden
Jobson
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Lowden
Minnesotaa
Nebraska
Michigan
South Linconn
Johoson
New Jersey
Labor shies at world war veterans plan in period turmoil
A World War Veterans meeting in Des Moines Iowa discusses plans for a four party service ticket with the Nonpartisan League and other groups. Samuel Gompers of the AFL rejects involvement. Socialists also decline.
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Nonpartisan League
Samuel Gompers
National Federation of Labor
Labor
Lyons Man Confesses Murder to Save Nieces
In Lyons Kansas a coroner’s inquest heard W G Last admit he shot his sister Mrs George Kegan at the breakfast table. He said he bought the revolver to kill his sister and save four nieces from her influence. Last is held without bail and to be charged with first degree murder.
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Kan
George Kegan
W. G Last
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Tinkt
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Ble Nieves
New Mine Wage Will Hit Iowa Mines Hard
Washington Bureau of The Tribune reports expert opinion that easing wage controls will hurt Iowa coal mines. With a 10 percent rise, many will quit. with 37 percent, numerous mines would have to shut down, risking closures across Iowa's coal fields.
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Iowa
Washington
the Tribune
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Lowacott Coal Mies
Bom McClum
Mort Lynde
Towa
Government ends goal distribution restrictions by Hines order
Washington March 2. Formal withdrawal of all restrictions on goal distribution wan trade laws right by Director General Hines as fuel administrator. He notified regional district coal distribution companies they cease to function April 1 following presidential order.
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Washington
Hines
Mila
Strike on in France Amid Textile Labor Actions
The text notes ongoing textile worker strikes in France with a general strike anticipated Friday. Hallroad men bakers and victualing establishments staff will not join.
Spanish Strike Signals End? Delayed Madrid Report
A corrupted Madrid dispatch notes a railway strike near resolution as the railways threaten to halt services while wages remain under negotiation, with officials delaying confirmation of a settlement.
Students aid Chicago post office during parcel surge
Chicago students from Mitty University of Chicago respond to Postmaster W T Cauriinte's call for help handling thousands of parcels swollen by a strike of express workers. Classes resume after spring holidays as mail distribution proceeds.
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Murteh II
Mitty University of Chicago
Chicago Post Office
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W. T. Cauriinte
Marines in China clash with Chinese workers
Tokyo dispatches report American marines landed at Niuhkiang at Britain’s request to quell a fight between Chinese policemen and coolies. Marines killed two Chinese coolies and later withdrew. The incident heightened anti American and British sentiment in Kiangsu's treaty port Kikuane, a Yangtze town about 130 miles southeast of Hankow with 62 000 population.
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Lexington Boy Held for $25 000
Lexington Kentucky March 26 Although B H R Little a Lexington capitalist had announced the demanded ransom would be paid Paul Little his 12 year old son was still a captive of the kidnapper who lured him away late yesterday It was stated that the kidnapper demanded 25 000 ransom Little announced demands would be met The boy disappeared with an unidentified white man in a blue suit late afternoon Later a note was delivered to the Little home by a messenger boy and the father admitted that it contained threats to kill his son if the ransom was not paid No attempts to arrest the kidnapper would be made he indicated and no questions would be asked if the boy was returned safely It was reported that the note to Little contained a statement to the effect that Little had apparently injured the man at some time and said You have torn my heart out I have had a pistol in your face twice but my heart failed me I am taking this way of getting even Little said he had never harmed anyone and never had an enemy as far as he knew.
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Washington to Pay 15 Monthly Bonus to Veterans
Olympia March 26 The Washington legislature adjourned after a night of debate on the soldiers bonus bill The measure finally passed provides a $15 monthly bonus for each month of service in the war and includes a referendum clause The bill calls for an $11 000 000 bond issue to fund the payments
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Hoover rally to coordinate Hoover campaign in Chicago
A national conference of Hoover organization reps from states and localities will meet in Chicago within ten days. John F. Lucey, temporary chairman, says the gathering aims to coordinate activities for Herbert Hoover as the Republican presidential nominee and may form a permanent national committee and chairmanship.
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Hoover
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John F. Lucey
Hoover National Republican Club
Herbert Hoover
General Strike Called in Brazil by Workers Union
Rio de Janeiro reports a general strike called at midnight by the federation of workers after failed wage talks on the Leopoldina Railway and English line management dispute. Rail employees serving Rio de Janeiro and two neighboring states began walkouts on March 16, with limited compliance and government measures to curb disorder.
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Federation of Workers
Atrikera
New German Cabinet Formed to Meet Workers Demands
Formation of a new German cabinet under Chancellor Gustav Bauer includes social democrats and centrists, with terms to empower a workers army to maintain order in the west industrial districts and pursue socialization of mines and other reforms. Armistice talks and fighting around Essen and the Ruhr accompany reports of intensified conflict and Allied intervention options.
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Reconstruction
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Ruhr
Germany
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Council of Ambassadors
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Former Emperor William’s Finances Probed by Dutch Officials
Dutch officials say William of Hohenzollern is virtually a poor man and cannot cover debts to Count Hentinck at Amerongen. He has stayed since 1918 and seeks Holland’s protection while pledging to political intrigues. meanwhile fighting in Hube resumes with Spartacist forces near Wesel and a 120,000 red army reported.
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Berlin
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Rotterdam Courant
Red Army
England Not Planning Starving Strikes
The war office denies any plan to starve miners into submission or to use the army or a blockading force to compel a strike. The Daily Mail reports unverified claims, with the statement reportedly prepared by the war office for announcement.
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Census Returns Show City Population Increases Across States
Census data lists several towns with population gains. Davenport 66 727 up 14 699 or 31 8 percent Centerville 8 486 up 1 550 or 22 3 percent Sheboygan 30 965 up 4 567 or 17 8 percent Steubenville 24 508 up 617 or 27 9 percent Aubeville 78 604 up 9 742 or 51 9 percent Gloveraville 73 026 up 1 484 or 6 7 percent Johnstown 19 906 up 468 or 4 4 percent Bloomfield 22 011 up 6 041 or 40 Shamokin 21 204 up 1 616 or 5 2 percent Enfield 11 708 up 1 989 or 20 5 percent Brookfield 6 304 up 555 or 9 7 percent
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Sheboygan
Wia
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Ohio
Aubeville
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Enfield
Conn
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Daniels Delayed Navy Recruiting
Washington reports Capt. Leigh C. Palmer testified that Secretary Daniels delaying enlistment orders and halting naval reserve enrollment worsened early war shortages. He said 67 000 regular and reserve sailors and about 2 500 officers were lacking at declaration, with a need for 20 000 more enlisted men and many more officers for destroyers. Palmer credited Daniels for backing efforts in spring 1917 and noted Sims’ requests for officers were met when possible.
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Study Links Asian Disease to Global Spread Risks
A two year study of a disease analyzes Resith conditions in Asia and warns that unsafe practices could allow the illness to reach Europe and the United States. The report stresses the need for proper precautions to prevent a wider spread.
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Europe
U. S
English Liberals Near Split Ahead of Coalition Divide
London March 26 Herbert H Asquith former premier elected to the house of commons from Paisley in a National Liberal club speech rebuked Lloyd George's call for party unity against labor He denounced the Irish bill as fantastical and impracticable and argued the liberal split and choice between supporting the coalition or following Asquith the teacher of the legitimate liberal party
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Scotland
National Liberal Club
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Hoover Calls Kansas Law a Valuable Experiment in Labor
Herbert Hoover told the Boston Chamber of Commerce that Kansas’s industrial court law is a valuable experiment but unlikely to solve labor unrest. He argued the core issue is collective action by strikes and supported the Wilson Industrial Conference plan for settling labor disputes.
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Herbert Hoover
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Mine Sweepers Opposed to Bonus in Legion Dinner
New York March 24 Rear Admiral James R Glennon commandant of the Third naval district and Rear Admiral C A Carr joined other speakers at the first annual dinner of the Mine Sweeper Post American Legion denouncing efforts to gain bonuses for service men He warned against diverting the Legion into political or money making ends urging a strictly patriotic organization.
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American Legion
Congress
James R. Glennon
Third Naval District
C. A. Carr
Glennon
Maine G O P Forces Hold Rally Today
In Bangor on March 25, Republican leaders at the state convention adopted resolutions ratifying the peace treaty with reservations, disapproving government ownership of railroads and steamships, and nominating six presidential electors plus four at large and eight district delegates to the national convention. Maj Gen Wood supporters claimed unpledged delegates based on a canvass. no other candidates were promoted.
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Senate to Review Newberry Ballots in Michigan
Washington reports plans for a Senate recount of Ford Newberry senatorial ballots in Michigan were agreed upon at a conference of the privileges and elections sub committee. The recount will not start for at least 30 days and is expected to take about three weeks to complete.
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Senate
Ford-Newberry
Michigan
Benutt
Watson
Gas price procedure eyed by federal agency
Washington March 26 An immediate investigation of the high price of gasoline and other oils by the federal trade commission is provided in a resolution favorably reported by the Home judiciary committee today. Action urged to speed up the inquiry so congress may act on the oil situation if necessary. Dyer Missouri said powerful combines control oil production of the country.
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Federal Trade Commission
Home Judiciary Committee
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Many anti Reds found dead on steppes
A Soviet military communique reported from Moscow states more than 16 000 anti Bolshevist soldiers have been found frozen to death on the steppes. The steppes cover the plains of southeastern Russia and western Asiatic provinces.
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Moscow
Russia
Coal Strike Danger Eliminated in Anthracite Region
New York March 26 Officers of the United Mine Workers prepared notices to local unions in the three anthracite districts to remain at work after April 1 pending wage talks. Operators agreed to retroactive wage awards and Phillip Murray said officials would circulate details through locals.
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New York
United Mine Workers
Phillip Murray
Upron
Bandit Gang Reported Operating Near San Fernando
Washington reports A Alma ran and Methay bandits with about 260 men are active near San Fernando, 60 miles from Matamoras opposite Brownsville, Texas, according to a state department advisory issued today.
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Washington
Coalition Liberal Wins in Argyleshire By-Election
London reports Sir William Sutherland, Coalition Liberal, won the Argyleshire Boothind by election held a fortnigh t ago. He defeated Rev Malcolm MacCallum, Labour candidate, by a decided margin.
Congress Cannot End War Without President
Senator Thomas of Colorado declared Congress has no constitutional authority to pass a joint resolution declaring peace with Germany over the president's veto. He warned that any such resolution would be ineffective since the president, not Congress, holds power to wage and terminate war.
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Congress
United States
Germany
Thomas
Colorado
Senate
Meredith Mentioned for National Ticket
Washington dispatch reports Iowa's Secretary of Agriculture T. Meredith as a Democratic vice presidential hopeful with some talk of a possible presidential bid. Gossip notes a western contender like Meredith could balance a ticket if an eastern nominee such as McAdoo is chosen.
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the Tribune
KB. T. Meredith
Iowa
McAdoo
California Senator Johnson Enters New Jersey Primary
In Trenton on March 24 United States Senator Hiram Johnson of California was formally entered in New Jersey’s presidential primary set for April 27. A filing segment totaling about 1 500 names was turned in to the secretary in his behalf.
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Hiram Johnson
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New Jersey
Refining Company Hit With $1 Million Suit
Lakeside Petroleum of Chicago filed in Saint Louis federal court for $1,000,000 damages against Milliken Refining Company of Arkansas City Kansas. The complaint alleges the controlling interest of Milliken sought to ruin Lakeside’s business credit.
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Milliken Refining Company
Arkansas City
Kan
United States District Court
Lakeside Petroleum Company
Chicago
Milliken Company
D Annunzio May Start Republic at Fiume
Rome reports from Fiume that Gabriele D Annunzio and the Fiuman national assembly plan to proclaim Fiume a republic after the San Remo meeting, likely following the April 21 allied council session.
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Italy
Reverend Thomas Lavan Named President of DePaul University
The Rev Thomas Lavan C M, president of the St Louis Preparatory Seminary, has been appointed president of DePaul University in Chicago. Lavan, formerly head of Bl Therna Theological Seminary in Denver, will move to Chicago to succeed the Rev F X McCabe.
U S Officer Drowns Self in Thames River
London march 24 capt george ensign formerly a physician in seattle washington committed death by his own action by drowning himself in the thames river coroners jury here decided late yesterday ensign who fought with the british medical corps in prague was gassed twice the verdict stated he was of unsound mind
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George Ensign
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Thames River
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Prague
Congress Questions Wilson on Army on Rhine
Washington Marcoh 26, asked President Wilson for a definite status of the 17,000 American troops in Germany. Representative Kahn of California, chairman of the military affairs committee, pressed for conditions and directives governing use of United States forces.
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Germany
Moprumenistive Kahn
California
United States
Miners Debate Ban on Legion Membership at Union Meeting
Delegates to the district No. 1 United Mine Workers convention in Yort Smith Arkansas discuss a potential ban on Legion membership. The meeting includes officials from Maine Oklahoma and Texas areas as part of the session.
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United Mine Workers of America
Annan Oklahoma
Terese
Planes In Long Flight Aboard US Navy Seaplanes
Jacksonville Fila March 35 United States navy seaplanes ashore in command of Lieut A P F reg arrived yesterday from Rockaway L I via Sishereaten B Cc covering 960 miles in eight hours eight minutes. The mission aims to establish a new American speed record for seaplanes. The planes left Rockaway the morning.
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B Cc
Kookeway
Communists urged to aid Germans at Amsterdam meeting
In Amsterdam a Bolshevist world center called on Communist leaders of France Belgium and England to support German communists. The meeting urged spreading awakening in Holland as heavy police maintained order during the gathering.
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Belgium
England
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Reds Attack Polish Troops On Wide Front
Bolshevik forces launched a spring style attack along a 400 mile front with heavy artillery tanks and armored cars. Poles report holding lines though fighting rages near Zaslava Rovno Staro Constantinov and along the Slutch river.
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Coal Prices to Rise After Government Control Ends
Chicago predicts coal costs will jump over 100 million dollars annually once April 1 ends government price supervision. G W Reed cites higher miner wages and potential further raises as the cause and estimates a 25 to 35 cent per ton rise. Ohio Michigan Indiana group also notes a 27 percent wage increase will boost soft coal prices beginning April 1.
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United States
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Wilson
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Columbus
Ohio
B. F. Night
Ohio-Michigan-Indiana Coal Association
England May Demand Pay For Ships Held
Washington reports that Britain may press the United States for compensation over the retention of the Imperator and other former German ships after the war. Consul General Skinner said representations have been made through the British ministry of shipping and that former Chancellor Law indicated a formal claim is possible under advisement.
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Great Britain
United States
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Ir. Skinder
Vonor Law
Eighth district Republicans oppose training in Newton
In Newton Kansas on March 24 delegates from the Eighth district Republican convention adopted a resolution opposing the president’s training program. The move reflects domestic policy disagreement within the party.
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Kan
Kennedy's Trial Continued to September in LeMars
In LeMars on March 34 Culver Kennedy's trial for complicity in a bank robbery was postponed to September 3. The case centers on involvement with the Weat field bank robbery and related charges.
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Culver Kennedy
Weatfield Bank
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