Love Rival's Knife Fight Ends In Death
Elliott Iowa February 19 A love rival knife duel between Goldie Cain and Harry Meyers over a sister and a sweetheart escalated after Cain accused Meyers of sending silk hose and stealing his love. The 14 minute struggle left both men fatally slashed, unrecognizable face and upper body injuries. Cain had vowed Meyers had won his sister away and was now pursuing her.
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Elliott
Goldie Cain
Harry Meyers
Cain
Meyers
Landis releases two more young men accused of theft
Chicago reports Federal Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis freed two young men on their own recognizance in theft cases after cautioning them about their futures. Robert J. Green, 22, and John W. Fleming faced guidance from the judge as he weighed appropriate penalties, urging responsibility for their families and future.
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Chicago
Congress
Kenesaw Mountain Landis
Francis J. Carey
Ottawa
Landis
N. B. Dial
South Carolina
Senate
John W. Fleming
John E. Madigan
United States District Attorney
Fleming
France
Carey
Kaiser Cannot Accompany Ex-Empress Body to Berlin
The Hague February 19 arrangements for the funeral of the former empress of Germany were announced. The body is to be taken to Berlin but the former Kaiser will not be permitted to accompany it. A Potsdam funeral plan is hinted by the Pan-German element in Boemia.
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The
Hague
Germany
Berlin
Ti Ja
Vorssieche Zeitung
Boeria
Potsdam
Farmer Kills Tenant After Whisky Row in Kansas
Greensburg Kansas reports John Sturgeon a wealthy farmer shot and killed tenant J. Moss after Moss was arrested on moonshine charges. Moss accused Sturgeon of informing authorities, fueling a fatal confrontation late Friday. The brief item also notes motor owners paid out 2.82 in Neenie seen last year, a figure larger than the previous year.
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Greensburg
Kan
John Sturgeon
Moss
Mowe
Mow
Sturgeon
United States
Neenie
Ex-Yanks Warned Of Gas Mask Swindle
The War Department warned ex servicemen nationwide of a scam offering uniforms, mitts and helmet for five dollars. The department noted veterans are entitled to these items without charge under the law. Routine notices were issued Friday to alert former service members.
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Washington, Meb
The
War Department
Department
New Italian Ambassador and Aide Welcomed Abroad
A formal reception marked the arrival of Italy's new ambassador and an aide. The dignitaries were greeted by local officials and the diplomatic corps, signaling a strengthened bilateral relationship and ongoing discussions on cultural and economic exchange.
Congress Debates Immigration and Post Office Bills
In today’s session United Press reports ongoing discussion on an immigration bill and a post office appropriation bill. The judiciary sub committee heard testimony from Attorney General Palmer about his conduct of the red raids.
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United Press
Judiciary
Palmer
Interstate commerce panel weighs Clayton act amendments
The Interstate Commerce Committee reviews proposed changes to the Clayton Antitrust Act. Lawmakers examine how amendments would affect mergers, trade practices, and enforcement. Key officials, economic analysts, and industry groups participate in the discussion.
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Interstate Commerce Committee
Governor Miller slams women voters in remarks on franchise
Milwaukee Journal reports New York Governor Miller telling the National League of Women Voters there is no need for organized suffrage work. He says in this land of the free one is either Republican or Democrat or a menace, insulting women’s rights and warning of ignorance and prejudice faced by suffragists.
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Milwaukee Journal
Miller
New York
National League of Women Voters
Land of
Free
United States
Chace
Seward
Abraham Lincoln
New York State
Blind girl leads 35 in public school progress at 127 park
The New York Herald notes a blind girl who headed a choir of 35 in public school 127 and achieved perfect 100 percent in all studies except one. Her example urges both youths and seniors who feel handicapped in life to persevere, as she did not earn her current distinction by lamenting her troubles.
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The
New York Herald
Typhus cases in Cortland children spark health alert
In Cortland New York three Italian children and their mother, who arrived from Naples January 15, were found to have typhus fever. Dr Edward B Godfrey of the state health division stated the diagnosis today. The family had landed in New York January 5 and traveled to Cortland January 15.
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Cortland
N. Y
Edward
Godfrey
Division of
State Board of Health
New York
Inez
Naples
Markets Mark Time as Inauguration Nears
New York report notes business, finance, industry, and politics pause until Harding's March 4 start. It proposes direct popular vote for president and earlier inauguration. Textile gains rise while steel faces anxiety. Federal reserve and solvency concerns stress cautious credit and demand extended foreign credits for recovery.
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New York
Harding
United States Steel Corporaton
Steel Corporation
Federal Reserve Board
United States
Fordney tariff bill headed for smoother ceding
Washington on Friday Congressman Darrow of Philadelphia and a House steering committee member said the Fordney emergency tariff bill will not go to conference. It is believed the bill will be referred to the Ways and Means Committee where it is likely to die.
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Washington
Darrow
Philadelphia
House
Ricima Plans 500 Million Franc Loan For Rebuilding
Pari Feb 19 Ricima plans to float a 500 million franc loan at 6 percent in April to fund reconstruction after Verdun Armentieres and other devastated areas may follow with similar loans. The Fargo Commercial Club has begun a move toward political peace in North Dakota with a mass meeting of commercial and bank interests seeking nonpartisan action from farm leaders.
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Pari
Ricima
Verdun
Armentieres
Fargo Commiercial Club
North Dakota
the & Mass Meeting
Bankpe A
Wilson Says He Has Said His Final Word In Office
Washington reports President Wilson has uttered his last statement to Congress as chief executive. His focus now is on health, with no further writing or public remarks planned for months. A confidential stenographer resigns, and Wilson will avoid discussing issues publicly to concentrate on recovery.
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Washington
Wilson
Congress of the People
Charles Swein
Chicago
Power miners in southern Kansas coal field face limited ops
Pittsburg Kan Feb 18 the power miners worked Friday in the southern Kansas coal fields with only about one third of shaft mines operating officials at operators' headquarters note a potential strike over union leadership and district president issues amid the International settlement unrest and purity concerns in Banghal region as reported.
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Pittsburg
Kan
Kanaay Coal
Dakota ex yank s get bonus in South Dakota house
The South Dakota house passed a $6 million soldier bonus bond measure unanimously and sent it to the governor for signing as an emergency act. The bill creates a compensation board, begins data collection, and allows bond sales after July 1. Civil war and other veterans discussions were noted during committee debates.
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Swanton
Brown County
Swanson
Adjutant General's Office
Wentry
Military Affairs
Adjutant General
Curtis
Campbell
Ohlan
South Dakota
Parker
South
Eile
von Michsures
Woman's Party Disbands at National Convention
The National Woman's Party disbanded in Washington on Friday, authorizing a new organization to continue efforts for full political and citizenship rights for women. The dissolution ends the suffragists' machine that had framed the vote fight.
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Washington
National Woman's Party
Hoover Named Cabinet Hopeful in Harding Era
Florida dispatch reports Herbert Hoover as the likely secretary of commerce in President-elect Harding's cabinet. Harding has not yet contacted Hoover, and Hoover's acceptance remains possible. Hoover's popularity, especially among women, is noted, while some friends view commerce as a lesser post. Harding reportedly told a Florida contact he intends to appoint Hoover.
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Lowell Mellett
Washington
St. Augustine
Herbert Hoover
Harding
Mr. Hoover
Harry Daugherty
Hoover
Will H. Hays
Commerce Department
Chicago
Marion
Roland Boyden quits reparations board
Paris, Feb. 19. Roland W. Boyden, American member of the reparations commission, withdrew from the organization after others from America pulled out. He declined to comment on his withdrawal but praised the commissioners and the courtesy shown to U S representatives, saying they were thankful for the modest part they played in the work of the commission.
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Paris
Roland W. Boyden
Reparations Commission
America
United States
Harding Confers With Cummins on Tariffs and Railroads
President elect Harding met Friday in St Augustine with Ways and Means Chairman Bordney to discuss emergency tariff legislation and taxation issues with Otto Kahn of New York. He also spoke with Senator Albert Cummins, chair of the Interstate Commerce Commission Bond, and A H Siglih of the New York Central about railroad finance and regulation.
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St, Augustine
Fla
Keb
Harding
Bordney
Ways and Means Committee
Otto Kahn
New York
Albert Cummins
Bond
Interstate Commerce Commission
A. H. Siglih
New York Central
Post Office Appropriation Heads to House
Washington notes the Senate passed a bill increasing the post office appropriation by about 70 million dollars, sending it back to the House. Secretary Daniels urges the president to use embargo powers on oil exports to nations blocking American citizens from owning land, warning the issue has international implications and requires safeguarding remaining rights.
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Washington
Senate
House
Danie
United States
Raid Dublin 10 Captures Prisoner in Major Sweep
In Dublin ten soldiers conducted a wide scale morning raid establishing HQ in the district center. They searched streets and alleys, held up numerous peddlers, and seized vast documents. Rumor says the operation aimed to recapture Teeling, escaping from Kilmainham, with machine guns at entrances and rooftops occupied.
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Mont Extone
Cone Fotccoon
Dublin
Westridae
Teeling
Kilmainham
Simlar
Cape Street
Reformers Turn to Iowa Next
Chicago February 19 The National Reform League the blue law force plans to shift its trained speakers to Iowa to push necessary evangelistic work and secure blue laws. In Indiana reform momentum continues as anti reform bills fail and blue laws take effect while ministers mobilize to stop Sunday movies and regulate entertainment.
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Chicago
Lenacue
Indiana
Iowa
Indianapolis
W. 5. Fleming
Goshen
South Hend
Indianapolis Church Federation
Law and Order League
Princeton
Crawfordsville
Cowen Protective Lorrie
Mail Plane Wrecked but Pilot Uninjured
A mail plane crashed between Mondota and Rosemount after an engine failure. Pilot Mile Eversole abandons the craft, parachutes safely to the ground, while the plane is destroyed and thousands of Uncle Sam letters scatter across the scene.
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Ming
Eversole
Mall
Wil Hogere
Mondota
Rosemount
Air Mitt
Uncle Sam
Trains Crash in Moline Leaves 21 Injured
Davenport Feb 19 report says a Milwaukee passenger train ran through an open switch near Kawt Moline and crashed damaging cars. Engineer William Cook of Moline was severely injured and may die. Twenty or more passengers were hurled from seats, with no other serious injuries reported. The route was between Chicago and Davenport.
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Davenport
Perlape
Physiana
Chicago
Sleep Sickness Case Develops After Grip
A second sleep sickness case is reported in Kune county this winter after grip illness. Charley LL Wel, a 44 year old elocutionist, suffered severe grip with headaches. He recovered but then developed insomnia and sleep reluctance days later. In October 66H pounds of residue were exported valued at 210H.
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Charley
Harion Wallhiee
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