Gompers Wins AFL Convention Victory Over Lewis
In Denver, Samuel Gompers defeats John L. Lewis in a pivotal AFL platform contest. Gompers, 71, secures broad support for stable leadership, government ownership critiques, and a pro-American labor path, earning praise for prudence, fairness, and dedication to the country’s prosperity.
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Gompers
John L. Lewis
Sam Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Denver
Hyics
Lewis
United States
Labor
Tebor
Gampers
Samuel Gompers
Rise in California Japanese population cited in new census
The Tide of Yellow per cent figures shows California’s Japanese population rising about seven percent in the last decade while the white population grew fifteen percent. Anti Japanese factions will seize on the data to claim whites are being displaced in the white man’s country. The note adds that comparisons should consider total Japanese versus total whites.
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California
Washington
California Race Demographics Amid Immigration Debate
The text cites California figures with Japanese at 71,952 and whites at 3,264,711, arguing white birth rates and climate and economic factors will affect minority populations over generations. It notes a 1920 ten year Negro population rise of 79.1 percent, 5 percent higher than the Japanese increase, then dismisses using that to renew the Civil War.
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California
River packet service returns to La Crosse after long dormancy
A revived eight year dormant river freighting and passenger packet begins Monday on the La Crosse river. The 27 foot launch replaces the old three deck craft, seen as a hopeful start amid high railroad rates driving increased river traffic. If rail costs fall, water transport could revive river commerce and transform freight dynamics in the near future.
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la Crosse
Bolshevism and the Peasants Speech at tenth congress
Lenine in the Bolshevik press concedes strained relations with the Russian peasantry saying they are not satisfied with the economic reforms. He warns that Peasant rejection of Bolshevik creed poses a major peril to Soviet government, noting peasants form about 85 percent of the population.
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Lenine
Soviet
Russia
Bolshevist Party
Bolshevist
Catholic University Plans Million Dollar Library Expansion
The Catholic University of America in Brookland Washington announced a new library building costing 1 000 000 dollars to accompany the already under construction shrine of the Immaculate Conception valued at 6 000 000 dollars. The institution famed for its vast libraries seeks to house what is claimed as the best Latin American collection and a strong American history collection.
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Catholic University
Brookland
Washington
McMahon Hall
Wisconsin Legislature Closes Session With Key Bills Defeated
In Madison the 1991 legislative session closed after the House and Senate largely adjourned sine die. The dry law the marketing act and the Hirst automobile tax bill dominated action, with the tax measure killed amid amendments. The dry bill faced opposition from the Anti Saloon league and Governor Blaine, while the marketing law expands powers of the department director. The Senate confirmed Reuben G. Kautsom to the Industrial Commission after a tense vote.
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Madison
Wis
Morelog
Gamper
Highway Commission
Hirst
The
Ead
Anti-Saloon League
Blaine
Senate
Priday
Reuben G. Kautsom
A Crosse
Indu Trial Commission
Thurada
George Hambrecht Bing
Capitol Square
Blaine Friday
Agriculture Leads U S Economic Recovery In 1921 Review
W E Walker reports on conditions for Bataytan National Bank noting farm prosperity, improved crop prospects, and lower costs aiding producers. Despite favorable signals, farmers face debt, foreclosures, and lower wage materials, while building activity and co operative marketing trends hint at broader gradual improvement through 1921.
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Northwest
Clock becomes official time for Hangchow tower
The Y M GA clock is designated as the official time for Hangchow, replacing the unreliable noon gun salvos that have often been late. The new clock will provide accurate time, ending the erratic practice of waiting for the gun.
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Y. M. GA
Cinte
Hangchow
Portrait Painters Survey Highlights Major American Artists
A note on an exhibition of leading portrait painters surveys Irving R. Wiles Cecilia Beaux and others. It traces Wiles training with L M Wiles and studies under Chase Beckwith and Duran, listing prizes and medals from the Columbian Exposition Pan American and Panama-Pacific shows. Beaux, Alden Weir, and others are noted for international reputations and works in major museums. The collection aims to stimulate local interest and support for more American paintings.
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Art Association
Minx Ettinsi
Whea
Hfe
Irving R. Wiles
Gwater ‘Cotorist
L. M. Wiles
Carrol Beckwith
Julian Académy
Taris
Carolus Duran
Shaw and Evans
New York
Buffalo
Tennessee Centennial
J. Louis
Panama Pacific
San
Francisco
Talia Marlowe
Corcoran
Washington
Garbogle Institute
Pittsburgh
Metropolitan Museum
Admini Sims
Nate
Y. Alden Weir
Ietise
National Academ of Design
Lve
Aregt
Scenic Wonders to Attract Editors in Hawaii Trip
Honolulu Hawaii October delegates to the world press congress will tour the islands by steamer. They will view Molokai Kalaupapa leper settlement Mauna Kea Mauna Loa Kilauea and the windward coast. The itinerary includes sugar cane pineapple and tobacco fields and visits to Hilo and historic districts.
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Honolulu
F. H
Worl
Majestic -Coast Lines
Mies Pda
Colorado
Press Congress of the World
Hawaii
Molokai
Kalaupapa
University of
Island of
Mauna Rea
Hilo
Anto
Kilauea
Sea Otter Fur Value Declines as Pelts Sell Low
Sea otter skins, once abundant in Alaskan waters, are now scarce with pelts traded in the 1920s and prices ranging from two to three thousand dollars for first grade skins. Returns reflect a drastic drop from historical demand, as markets in St. Louis New York and London show limited consignments and many pelts from injured or dead animals.
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Alaskan
Louis
New York
Fife
London
Jaz Landon
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Lhe Bi
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Troy
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Methodist
All America
State of New York
Presbyterian General Assembly
Alliance
Pocket Testament League
Canada
Ghas. M. Alexander
J. Wilbur Chapman
Chapman
Alexander
Billy Sunday
Way
Daytona
Florida
Ma” Sundar
Billy
Cincinnati
League
Huber
Olson
Severson
Stroog
Accor
Bataytan’ National Bank
W. E. Walker
Serenge
Tolkkeco Etowera
Cecilia Beaux
Luxembourg
Paris
Toledo Art Museum
National Portrait Gallery
Gardinal
Mercier
Admiral Beatty
Premiér
Clemenceau
France
Robert W. de Forrest
American Federation of Arts
Johm
Platertze
World Press Congress
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