City Will Battle Over Rates in Wisconsin Telephony Battle
Dysfunctional OCR shows debates over telephone rate changes proposed by Wisconsin Bell and Reck County lines. Opponents label rates exorbitant while discussing public hearings, impacts on businesses and residences, and planned fee increases ranging from small cents to dollars, with community opposition and regulatory review noted.
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Chamber meeting highlights annual push for stronger commerce
At the Chamber of Commerce annual meeting leaders urged members to double efforts amid back-to-back tough conditions and weather cautions. New directors-elect Jaucknan, D. Bitte, and Frogeruns ninghaie will assume office, with plans for a Members Forum and a city improvement program led by local firms and committees.
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Move to form 250000 mortgage firm to aid housing
A Chamber of Commerce probe committee proposes forming a $250,000 mortgage company modeled on Pontiac Michigan to finance local housing. The plan calls for immediate sale of half the capital, centralizing first mortgage financing and acting as clearing house for second mortgages and land contracts.
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Atlante Negro Elected Doubtful Georgia Committeeman
Atlantan NeATO Henry Linco Johnann led a push before the Republican national committee. Rosene Pickett headed the defeat candidate for national committee man as the fight over credentials at the convention continued.
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London
Rosene Pickett
France Reopens as Harvest Prospects Rise
Reports describe France returning to work amid harvest prospects and shifts in economic mood. Newspapers note varied interpretations of policy and life pressures influencing production and prices.
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Tennant Farmers Buy Sugar Mill Land in Cuba
Tenant farmers on the San Ignacio Sugar Mill plantation have purchased property in Agramonte Matanzas for 32000. The mill was reported to have an annual sugar output exceeding 100000 bushels, reflecting a sizable harvest from the Havana region.
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Free for Al Fight in Will Case In Virginia Court
A chaotic free for all erupted in Prince William County court with Manasses Virginia judge and a congressman present among lawyers and witnesses. Dozens suffered cuts and bruises as combatants clashed, while changes to the Sugar Fixchange and commission rates are noted amid the unrest.
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Virginia
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Arkansas Delegate Gets Tack Incident at GOP Convention
An Arkansas delegate at the G O P convention sat on a tack in his chair, causing a stir among members. The incident disrupted proceedings as the delegate remarked he had come to participate, not to be attacked from behind, while an assistant sergeant moved the tack.
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Victor Gross Dominates Badger Delegation Caucus
At the La Crosse La Follette caucus on Monday, Victor Gross secured chairing roles on the regulations committee and was slated for the delegation chair. Senators Whitehead and Leckney observed as committee assignments were announced, with Gov. Dithmar presumed to lead the gubernatorial slate.
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Opening session of the Republican Convention in Chicago
The Republican National Convention opened in Chicago with five hours of preliminaries to form a temporary organization and hear Senator Edge's keynote. Senator Lodge was named temporary chair and delivered a lengthy address denouncing Wilson's policies while praising the 1880 GOP. Mrs. Manley Fosseen spoke briefly for a resolution. the session adjourned to continue tomorrow.
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Johnsons Veto May Mean Independent Party in G O P
Independent thinking within the Republican ranks centers on Johnson and Borah. Johnson flags veto power at the convention and may redirect support away from Wood and Lowden toward dark horse candidates like Sproul Hoover or Hughes. Borah vows to oppose any league of nations compromise, signaling possible separate ticket ideas if the party stalls reform.
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Lodge Puts Wilson to Task as Senate Opposes League
Senator Henry Cabot Lodge, temporary chairman of the Republican National Convention, delivered a keynote speech defending the senate's opposition to the Wilson peace treaty. He urged the United States to deal with Mexico under the Monroe Doctrine, criticized Wilson's League, and warned that defeating the current administration is vital to preserve American democracy. Continued discussion promised on page 8.
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Government of Germany Quits as Election Results Trickle In
The government tendered its resignation to President Ebert who urged the chancellor to take steps to finalize Sunday's parliamentary election results. Buckling under coalition, the majority Socialists Centrists and Democrats won 156 seats, Conservatives 83, Independent Socialists 34, with 47 scattered among other groups.
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Shoe Price Reductions Announced by Major Manufacturers
Three large shoe manufacturers in St Louis announce wholesale price cuts across many styles by 25 cents to 5.24, with retail expectations falling accordingly. Previously wholesaled at 22 dollars a pair, shoes drop to near one dollar. popular lower priced lines, once 4 to 7.80 dollars, now see minimum reductions of 28 cents.
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Pershing Nears Retirement From Army
General Pershing plans to retire from active duty within a few months unless a situation justifies remaining in the army. In a letter to Secretary Baker he expressed desire to return to civil life. The general did not indicate nature of his post military activities.
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Evansville Woman Called By Death
Evansville, Myron Keyes died at home Monday evening. Diana Peebles Keyes, born New York Oct 14 1837, came to Green County as a child. She taught 11 years, married April 8 1868 to Myron Keyes, had four children, survived by husband a daughter and two grandchildren. Funeral Wednesday at 2 from home, burial Maps Cemetery, Rev G W Smik officiating.
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No Fourth of July Celebration Decided This Year
At the January chamber meeting in Janeville the group voted unanimously to skip official Fourth of July observance this year. City leaders had proposed activities but limited time and busy schedules led to no celebration, with only two in favor.
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Census figures for Eau Claire and others released
Census report announced today shows Eau Claire Wisconsin population 20,880, up 2,870 or 14 percent. Port Huron Michigan 25,944, up 7,081 or 47.5 percent. Marietta Ohio 15,104, up 9,177 or 16.8 percent. Nantucket Pennsylvania 22,614, up 3,737 or 79.8 percent.
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Violent Melee in Vienna Over High Food Costs
Violent demonstrations erupted in Vienna yesterday over rising food prices. Police intervened as clashes broke out. seven people were killed and 23 wounded. Numerous arrests reported amid chaotic street fighting.
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Polish Ukraine Attacks Rebuffed Near Kiev and Bobruisk
A Moscow issued Bolshevik report claims repulsed Polish Ukrainian assaults in the Kiev region and further south. It also notes a Soviet victory in a battle near Bobruisk, with forces advancing to the hearts of the area.
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Turk Nationalist Forces Defeat Regular Troops Advances
Nationalist forces claim victory over government troops and advance northward, with reports from the front indicating continued momentum. The source notes gains up to a certain inland position, reflecting shifting lines in ongoing conflict.
Crowds Fill Colisieum as Ways Calls Rally GOP Convention
Congress of delegates gathers at the Chicago convention with little progress toward a nominee. Old guard wanes as Lodge is welcomed. Wisconsin and California sit prominent. Taft allies wary, Taft story hinted, and Tedge leads with Depew on stage amid a sparse cheer.
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Bar Silver in Decline in New York Market
In New York a sharp drop in bar silver caused prices to fall to about 84 cents an ounce, with reports citing heavy selling by Chinese and Indian interests and speculation about Continental Europe. The market showed persistent weakness as dealers blamed external factors and warned of further declines.
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India
Reds Driven Back in Panic as Poles Attack Town
Bolsheviki forces have been avivenek in W panic between the dying and Vevenshan iv according to an AT official elatement Palish headquarters today he re anaked the town of Glubatat north of Mine and Wenke Santen the anvipe Maes take Bet prisoners and much boaty.
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