Park board powers debate stirs city council over spending
At the League of Wisconsin Municipalities convention Mayor Bentley led efforts to push state action on taxing power and public works. A key proposal sought authority to issue bonds and approve street projects without full council consent, drawing strong debate on governance and fiscal control. Other measures urged state statutes on city planning and public works funding, with confirmation of a new executive committee and legislative panel to push for city interests at the next session.
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Pam MacGregor
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Debert Miller
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Rendshues
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Waureen
Qeanto
Ingkseat
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Minor Gorham
Munrer
Attamnes Morrix
Clintonville
Torortl Cigs
Sphn
Teague
Tne
Voramictre
Taurexen
Com. Baker
Frank BR
Ring
Madison
Wisconsin Republicans Huddle as McCoy and Blaine Clash
Wisconsin Republicans gather for a crucial emergent meeting of the state central committee amid fights over Blaine’s stance and support for Harding and Coolidge. The session tracks plans to bind Republicans to policies and candidates, with possible moves against Blaine and hints of independent challenges by La Follette allies. Public remarks from Governor-elect Len J. Wood are anticipated as the Milwaukee campaign eyes Tate Theater.
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Gat
William J. Morgan
Robert Go Mecoy
Sparta
Ceremnor
la Volette
James Thompson
la Crosse
Sentor Lenre
Wisconsin
Sould
Bluing
Harding
Coolidge
Len
Jvoot
Blaine
Peterson
State Central Committee
Gas complaints pushed to state board amid city utility issues
City officials report 590 complaints about gas service to the Wisconsin Railroad Commission as a booster system claimed to improve pressure arrives at the gas plant. Manager Felton expects relief soon. Winders of the commission surveys the plant while the city investigates amid recent load.
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Oscar J. Swennes
CG. Schweizer
Railroad Commission of Wisconsin
Felton
Winders
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Railroad Commission
Fire in Milwaukee Unearths Distillery in Basement
Milwaukee Wis Oct 14 An early morning dive alarm led police to a West Side home where an illicit still was discovered after a fire. Fire department notes describe smoke and steam from the basement and a suspected moonshine operation. an arrest followed the raid.
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Milwaukee
Milwaukde
Wis
Sadler to Tell Grand Jury of Big Liquor Ring
Walter Sadler a New York broker who confessed to involvement in illicit whiskey selling on a large scale was to appear before the federal grand jury to repeat his testimony. Officials denied rumors of escaped witnesses and said all named by Sadler were watched. District Attorney Clyne said public announcements prompted inquiries. Judge Landis refused a special grand jury and ordered liquor cases to be handled by the regular grand jury.
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Walter Sadler
New York
Federal Grand Jury
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Sadler
Clyne
K. M. Landis
Shouse Resigns Treasury Post in 1919
Washington October 14 Page reports Tonett Shouse, secretary of the treasury, has resigned. President Wilson accepted the resignation with regret. Shouse, appointed in 1919, led customs, internal revenue and war risk insurance as his duties.
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Tonett Shou
Treasy
P Dent ‘Wilson
Inquiry into U S control of affairs in Haiti demanded
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People urged a nonpartisan Americans and Haitians inquiry into U S administration in Haiti. The group called for withdrawal of armed forces and a committee to discuss reparation to Haitians harmed by the invasion. A telegram to Senator Harding congratulated him on the inquiry into the alleged unconstitutional invasion.
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Orc 14
Waiti
Ni Gonal Association
Gredval
T. S. Matines
Haiti
Cox Attacks Taft Doctrine On League Referendum
Ohio campaign note by Governor Cox denounces Senator Harding and ex-President Taft, urging that electing a pro league candidate ensures the people’s will is respected. He warns against destroying the league and repudiating the referendum as he tours Van Wert Telphos Lima Wapakonesa Sidney Piqua Trearan Columbus. He calls for democracy and vows not to permit the electorate’s mandate to be ignored.
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Hasding
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Tarding
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Piqua
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Flyria
Cleveland
Britain faces industrial crisis as leaders push for inquiry
In a tangle of letters and statements prominent Britons including Viscount Grey Lord Cecil and Viscount Morley urge a constitutional probe into Ireland policy and alleged reprisals. They accuse government ministers including the prime minister of sanctioning brutal acts in Ireland and demand full open inquiry amid growing unrest. MacSwiney grows weaker in Hunger Strike.
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Rte
Viseceral Grey
Asquith
Viscount Morley
Robert Cecil
Viscount Grey
Terrer Obegins
Lloy George
Carnarvon
Mexican Oil Intrigue Reaches Out to State Department
A report by Roberto Pesquiera, acting as provisional president De Ls Huéria’s representative in the U.S., claims two main anti Mexico factions at work in Washington. The first group comprises Coyotes, speculators, and money brokers with ill gained funds opposing Mexico from hotel and state department corridors. The second is an alliance of operators waging a campaign against Mexico but willing to wait for Mexico’s petroleum policy to be resolved. The document alleges Colby and Day favor Justice and praises Wilson, while contending lobbyists seek to block any understanding that could aid a republican victory.
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White House
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Mexico
Roberto Pesquiera
United States
de Ls Huéria
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Senor Pesquien
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Séxico
Order of Things
Washington
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Colby
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Day
Frimida of Justice
Wilson
Mexico City
Streetcar Wage Advance Hearing Before Wisconsin Rail Board
Officials and employees gathered at the courthouse to hear the state board of conciliation recommendations for wage raises for street railway workers and whether these justify higher fares for the Wisconsin Yacht and Power company. The railroad commission is reviewing earnings and expenses as motormen and conductors push for higher pay while city officials monitor public impact and company finances.
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Wisconsin Railway Yacht and Power Company
Qari D. Jackson
Railroad Commission of Wisconsin
Court House
Railroad Commission
Sani
H. Hartwell
George E. Gordon
Oscar J. Swennes
Common Council
Hartwell
Mail flyer resumes flight after forced field landing
Pilot Carroll, forced to land in a farm field between Holmen and Hunter bridge on a Chicago La Crosse Twin City air route, resumed the flight the next day. The Haviland plane ran low on gasoline near La Crosse, prompting a local assist with fuel and support.
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Chicago-La Crosse
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St. Pia
Ae Haviland
la Crosse
Salzer
Tower
Piiot
United Kingdom Faces Coal Miners Strike Crisis
The strike by coal miners may take effect Saturday night following rejection of a wage increase. Up to 600,000 miners could stay out, risking vast lay-offs across industries and crippling the economy. Officials report broad opposition to acceptance, with a small minority seeking arbitration. The government readies contingency measures as steel plants prepare for closures if the strike expands. Premier Lloyd George to be informed of ballot outcomes and conference decisions.
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Board of Trade
Cleveland
Berkshire
Ordinance barring socialist speakers ruled unconstitutional
Supreme Court Justice Beard declared unconstitutional the Mount Vernon ordinance that arrested socialist speakers on streets without a permit. The ruling marks the American Civil Liberties Union's first victory in a nationwide free speech restoration campaign. Cotton consumption in September reached 457,047 running bales, with 491,069 bales of lint and roping.
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Supreme ‘Court
Beard
Mount ‘Vernon
Ctrl Liberties Union
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