20 May 1921
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Newspaper
Kingsport Times
Location
Kingsport, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1921
Page
1
The nation declares entry into global conflict as leaders frame the war as necessary to defend the United States and preserve the republic's future amid mounting threats and alliance commitments.
In London the American ambassador George Harvey states in his first remarks since presenting credentials that US armed forces came to Europe to save the United States and not European states opposed to Germany. He rejects League of Nations ties while accepting an observer role on Silesia in negotiations. Washington confirms policy remains unchanged and the Silesia issue is European, not US concern.
Secretary Davis met with marine engineers and radio operators amid the wage controversy and postponed a full announcement after several hours of talks. He previously spoke with President Harding and with Chairman Benson of the shipping board. The unions granted him full authority to act, and details of a settlement proposal were to be prepared for ship owners and Benson.
Mexico City reports that a naval building program outlining expenditure of 100 million dollars over ten years has been prepared by the department of army and navy and will be submitted to Congress soon.
Budapest May 20 The effort by former Emperor Charles to retake the Hungarian throne has bolstered his party inside the national assembly. Supporters rally as anti Hapsburg deputies falter in vengeance calls, while Charles allies push for a nation wide vote and new elections to restore his crown.
The passage discusses potential questions widening to broader concerns affecting US interests. It notes that instructions would go to Ambassador Harvey to safeguard American interests on the ground, asserting the United States is deeply involved in all economic readjustments arising from the war.
Mrs John Weber twenty who was eight months married was assaulted robbed and shot near her Columbia Park Maryland home. Her finger with a diamond ring was cut off and her wedding ring along with about twelve dollars disappeared. A Negro suspect loitered nearby as police conducted a nationwide search for leads.
National league club owners meeting in New York favored allowing pitchers to apply resin to their fingers for better grip and control. Umpires would supervise with a resin bag placed near the pitcher’s box before each game if approved jointly with the American league. Other items discussed include recalling minor leaguer rules, reducing batting practice from 30 to 20 minutes, and barring gamblers from ball parks. The widow of umpire Peter A. Harrison was voted his 1921 salary to be paid over two years.
An amphibious boat designed to navigate Congo rapids was tested in Brussels in the king of Belgians presence. The craft consists of two boats joined by shafts and can hitch to an overhead rail to shoot rapids while suspended, then re-enter water and continue.
Paris reports X rays can pass through brick walls injuring people in adjoining rooms and apartments. Professor Contremoulin urges radiography labs be enclosed with a quarter inch lead shielding. He notes rays strong enough to treat cancer affect others beyond thick walls.
In Farmington Kentucky on May 20 the juvenile court set the trial of Mrs John Parsons age 13 for the murder of her 6 year old stepdaughter Lilly Two months earlier five days after Lilly wed John Parsons 35 the child defends against the charge claiming the shooting was an accident a reform school sentence is the maximum punishment if convicted
Gov. Morgan proclaims martial law in Mingo County as disturbances in the coal region escalate. United Mine Workers District President Keeny urges non union miners to strike and promises union benefits while idle.
Paris reports plays will be staged in the Syria region placed under French mandate by the League of Nations as part of France's propaganda campaign in the area.
Mrs. Anya Keiser of Philadelphia arrives in Constantinople after leaving Odessa. She paints a grim picture of Bolshevik rule with forced labor, hunger, and executions. She recalls attempting escape aided by Henry Potter, an American consulate courier, who was executed last June for possessing papers.
Montgomery May 20. The defalcation of Randolph Candler, bookkeeper at Exchange National Bank, is announced as 238540.72 the largest bank defalcation in Alabama. Bondsmen pay 100000. bank surplus rises to 42000. deposits total 1100000. solvency affirmed under same officials with 344000 excess. Candler killed himself May 7 by shooting after faking ledgers and cashing checks.
In Libau Esthenia May 18 Russians leaving America face Bolshevik checks upon arrival and are sent to Moscow. Returning migrants seek to go back to the United States after experiences with Bolsheviks. Bolshevik officials screen passengers aboard the boat and at the station. Some surrender money for coupons or exchange currency for rubles with little purchasing power.
Giuseppe de Filippo is held in Jersey City without bail for a May 26 hearing on conspiracy tied to the New York Wall Street blast last September. Five witnesses identified him as the wagon driver. he denies knowledge of the explosion.
Federal officers in Pensacola seek warrants charging former Florida governor Sidney Catts with peonage. He allegedly held two Black individuals in bondage on his Walton county plantation for several months in May.
Baron Megata, Japanese representative, predicts the league of nations will modify its covenant to admit the United States and that the U S will eventually join. He noted the league is young yet has done valuable work and serves as a powerful agent for peace. He declined to comment on Yap island allocations.
Washington May 20 Immigra tion officials began finalizing plans to enforce the act signed yesterday by President Harding and effective June 3 Commissioner General Husband predicted the year’s full quota will arrive here in less than five months
In Hawaii a military road near Schofield Barracks diverted twenty five miles to avoid an ancient sacrificial stone perched on a narrow pass. Under orders from Major General Charles G Morton the engineers altered the route to spare the old rock and preserve historical relics.
Mrs. Freda Stecher testified before the House committee on the Bergdoll escape detailing her husband Eugene Stecher's role, their trip to Germany, and her limited involvement. She claimed she found no money from Stecher and recounted the couple’s marital tensions and the planned but thwarted escape. The session, in Washington, includes discussion of passport requests and possible damages actions.
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