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Newspaper
Inter Mountain Globe
Location
Hulett, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1921
Page
5
Nebraska college of agriculture reports 58 Gage county farms in 1914 show six operated at a loss and only two above 3000 dollars. High earners used more acres per worker, better livestock management, and higher crop sales. Profits exclude interest and farmer wages, focusing on net annual income.
In Hartington Nebraska Ray Vernon of Laurel was found to have bought two barrels of shelled corn claimed as liquor from Louis Johnson of Dixon. Jackson State Bank sued to recover two drafts paid by Vernon. court ruled drafts not properly endorsed, Laurel bank liable but Jackson bank guaranteed payment.
The Milwaukee Journal notes U S Department of Labor data showing average lifespans by occupation. Office workers average 46.5 years, train crews 37.4, plumbers 39.8, printers 40.2, drivers 42.2, miners 62.8, farmers 58.6, with mining the longest among dangerous jobs and office life the safest.
May 6 report from Cherbourg states the American funeral base there, set up a year ago under Antwerp orders, has been abandoned. The article notes Minnesota requires a permit to burn newly cleared land and mentions widespread permit activity and a separate, unrelated discussion on income tax policy and morality.
A memorial presented in Washington on May 6 by a delegation from the National Race Congress of America urged abolition of racial segregation in executive departments. The appeal asked the federal government to act against lynching peonage denial of Negro suffrage and Jim Crow restrictions.
Alliance Nebraska May 1 A special three suit has been filed in district court here against the Potash Company. Herman J. Krinse president and Fr M Hampton vice president are named as defendants. Plaintiffs seek recovery of their investments in the company totaling 247 893 43 dollars.
Mrs Tony Goglin was arrested in Omaha after admitting she shot Nathan Long of Marshalltown Iowa claiming self defense when he entered her house to steal a watch. Long and two companions say she fired on them. Police doubt her story as liquor bottles were found at the Goglin home.
York Nebraska May 5 Special Guy Patrick a returned soldier has been committed to the state hospital for the insane at Hastings The fighting he endured affected his mind Since his return he has talked of experiences and veteran suffering He has been living with his widowed mother Norfolk Nebraska May 5 Special City council announces 200000 worth of paving will be constructed this year Bids for asphaltic concrete will be opened in three weeks This will give the city more than 15 miles of new pavement Wayne No what was declared to be the best Interstate spelling contest ever held here Mildred Hilley Grand Island Neb took first in the written contest and Donald Urbatch Iowa took first in the oral contest Mins Hilley 12 in sixth grade rural school Urbatch 12 in seventh grade village school Plattsmouth William B Rishel was fined for brutally beating his horse Judge Archer fined him 1 and costs total paid
Washington May 6 Charles R Forbes new director of the bureau of war risk insurance outlines a program to reorganize all agencies serving ex service men. He calls for a field service to reach veterans nationwide an adequate government hospital program an inspection system for hospitals and an educational campaign to inform service men of their rights. He emphasizes aiding disabled veterans first and arranging prompt compensation claims and endorses the Dawes committee plan to consolidate rehabilitation agencies.
Four Minneapolis men filed an application today at the state auditor's office to prospect for gold in the Iron Range north of Virginia Minnesota. They refused to discuss their plans.
OCR fragment notes neighbors hiring an organ dealer and mentions meals provided, citing about three a day, in a hazy report from a Boston area source.
A Minneapolis Tribune item recalls a witty exchange over a missing shirt. James A. Maherty, supreme knight of Kalkhis of Columbw, urges North American lecturers to fight racial and religious prejudice, warning that attacks on one faith risk attacks on all.
United States Marshal James C. Dahlman, mayor elect of Omaha, sent his resignation on Wednesday. Attorney General Daugherty to act at once. Federal Judge Woodrough and Judge Munger consent appoint Chief Deputy J. B. Nickerson as acting marshal and longtime deputy for 15 years.
John A. Gregory age 60 of Alliance Nebraska hanged himself in a barn on the Kilpatrick ranch twenty five miles west of Alliance where he worked. He had substantial property including half a section in the county and land in Idaho. A brother resided in Creston Iowa. M W A Nebraska elected Dwight Ford state consul and George J Merriman state clerk at the quadrennial camp. Omaha chosen as 1925 camp city.
New York article reports John William Murray facing multiple婚ary irregularities as three women claim to be his wives. Marie Dougherty Murray seeks an annulment of a 1918 marriage, while Marie Pavia Murray and Ann Southwick Murray provide critical statements about him. Murray defends himself from abroad, saying two prior marriages were invalid. local district attorney says action requires formal complaint by a wife.
Harry Newton a vaudeville actor arrives at Grand Central to find Florence Madeira Genn Argoe and Iva Edmondson greeting him as his wives. A detective takes Newton to the Tombs after a Boston telegram reveals his bigamy. He is held on a $3000 bond.
Detective records reveal Theodore P. Casper 42, a mechanic, deserted his wife and eight children in Baginaw Michigan to wed a 20 year old woman under a forged license. He used the alias George P. White and was arrested Wednesday afternoon. The revelation that he is father to eight children stunned his new partner who fainted on admission.
New York May 6 Indications of price deflation in commodity markets lifted the stock market in early trading. The local federal reserve bank reduced the commercial paper rate from 7 to 6 percent, a move seen as a prelude to better business conditions.
In Stuart Nebraska on opening day of bass fishing three men Thomas Mastern Morrest Shearer and John Koop drowned in Dora Lake sixteen miles south of Stuart. Dr David Stuart Jr was rescued in serious condition. They were clad in heavy clothing and waders and the boat sank in twelve feet of water half a mile from shore.
In Coleridge Nebraska cattle act oddly and are found drunk after ingested alfalfa from a silo. Veterinary investigation traces jollity to the silo, with alcohol-like fermentation cited as the cause. The incident is linked to a revolting forage and unusual behavior among livestock.
An incident near Chester Nebraska Sunday night left J Brumbaugh and a companion robbed of 25 dollars and their car by two strangers who asked for a ride. Deputies formed passes and the suspects were reported caught near Hebron and jailed.
Lincoln Nebraska May 4 Governor McKelvie names H J Neilson of Omaha retired police officer to head the new state bureau of criminal identification established by the last legislature. Neilson will run the bureau in the attorney general's office after a long Omaha department career including fingerprint work.
Blaine speaking in Washington told the Senate irrigation committee that western areas would become farms with homes and jobs if Congress passes the McNary reclamation bill. He urged prompt action, noting a $250 million government loan for approved projects and expected quick cost recovery through district bonuses. In his testimony land would double in value as reclamation proceeds.
In Gualeguaychu, northeast Argentina, a May Day riot between workers and the local Argentine Patriotic League left four killed and 24 wounded. The unrest followed a workers parade and escalated as a general strike spread through the city.
Baritone Georges Baklanoff of the Chicago Grand Opera Company seeks U S citizenship after a Pacific coast tour. He faces possible deportation over an alleged affair with former company member Alvira Amazar. Transit officials will review the application amid pending deportation proceedings in New York.
Senator Borah may press a naval disarmament conference involving Great Britain Japan and the United States despite White House hesitation Senators PoinDexter and Hale visited the president to learn his stance The president signaled he favors broad reduction but not a unilateral start without broader international developments.
T Lake began serving one arm in prison after losing a supreme court appeal. He was convicted of killing a boy by running him down at excessive speed, with the incident described by state witnesses as a fatal automobile accident.
In Chicago Mrs Thomas Rowland, wife of dentist Thomas Rowland, appeared for a preliminary hearing on a charge of murder. The case was continued to Thursday pending a coroner's inquest set for tomorrow after the state motion.
The North Dakota grain grading law, passed by the 1020 legislature, was ruled valid by Judge J. B. Curland in Washington. The court held the law conflicted with federal regulations and imposed a burden on interstate commerce.
Washington May 4 reports show March government collections declined by more than 10 million dollars from March 1900 level. Revenue figures indicate total collections from July 1 to March end reached 8 280 486 007, a decrease of 621 174 500 versus the prior year.
In Crown Point two underage brides aged 15 and 13 were found in the county building restroom after swallowing small amounts of iodine while court investigations into their marriages proceeded. Mary Jold aged 13 wed Russell Phifister 27. Leona Phfister aged 15 wed George Talmouidme 17 in nearby Crown Point. The girls were detained as their families faced scrutiny. they survived and were expected to recover.
President Harding pledged wartime veterans and the nation to aid the wounded of World War I in a May address at Walter Reed Hospital. He and Mrs. Harding toured the Red Cross hut and spoke to Alabama veterans, praising democracy of opportunity and noting steps taken to care for disabled heroes.
May 6 London reports paralysis and stagnation as the coal strike worsens into its fifth week. Four million workers, miners among them, lose or suspend work, dragging down the stock market and curtailing power to the nation as retailers feel deeper depression.
In Tecate on Thursday fighting left a federal trooper dead and another wounded as General A B Moiroquis led federal forces into Horton Mexico to take charge amid the counter revolution. The skirmish occurred early Thursday with casualties reported on the federal side.
Albans Virginia West May 6 John A Slecher Td president of the Leelee Judge Company and longtime editor of Lealie Weekly died at his home after a year long illness. A writer in St Paul plead guilty to forgery tied to a financial loss and faces prison time.
Washington reports a Thursday night mediation conference brought the shipping strike close to settlement. Secretary Davis and Admin Benson met with union leaders in Washington to push talks after a week of failed negotiations. Officials note the mood remained hopeful and a settlement could be reached by Friday.
Washington reports Admiral Benson says the Shipping Board will remove ships from operators who join the marine unions in the wage dispute. Hoover emphasizes government aims for peaceful settlement and mediation.
A proposed act would allow farmers to borrow against agricultural products. The measure, backed by federal reserve banks, seeks to provide loans up to 100000 dollars at a 7 percent rate. The plan emphasizes support for farms and agribusiness through secured lending.
A fragmented report notes Italph Davin and Mrs. WOU Davie involved in a cottage incident. The piece mentions a 1028 pon reference, a moving scene, a theatre of moview sol fume fums, and a store tied to Wrend. A government body plans a $1,000,000 settlement and a Sunday court event.
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