30 Dec 1921
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Newspaper
Lander Evening Post
Location
Lander, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1921
Page
1
The Kiwanian club of Lander reports on a study of the Non-Partisan League activities in and around Lander. The committee faults the league’s proposed reforms as radical while asserting most complaints are imaginary. It argues real progress rests on citizen improvement, not government overhauls.
A chinook wind began last night and continued into the morning, melting most of the snow while causing significant damage to buildings and utility wires. The gusts reached a terrific gale by about seven in the morning, the first strong wind Landon has seen in some time.
The Home Restaurant, revived by the Carre family, is praised as one of Wyoming's best priced dining spots. They modernized the building and attract a loyal customer base with affordable meals. The business story notes improved image and strong local reputation.
New York Board of Trade and Transportation sponsors a bill for compulsory arbitration to prevent unjustified strikes. The bill would empower justices of the supreme court and the state industrial commissioner to handle disputes, with a court of mutual relations to resolve severe conflicts.
In Avated Press Chicago a report on artist Lolita Armour daughter of Jean Armour notes Dr Juleie of Vienna denied claims. Former Mrs Armour now Mrs John J Mitchell says 1903 1904 operations by Dr John Ricton and Dr Lorenz improved her condition though full cure remained elusive.
George Ls. Oles won Youngstown Ohio mayoralty as an independent defeating the Republican incumbent by a large margin. He pledged to audit city finances and push clean government while promising to donate his salary to charity. His background includes a New Castle Pennsylvania produce business and a earlier embrace of sensational political rhetoric.
In Mexico City crowds clash as two hundred soldiers enter the gallery to quell violent disputes. Constitutional and social democratic factions fight over control of a permanent commission to govern Congress from January to September.
Paris events report a high level meeting at the Foreign Office with British and French representatives and financiers. The talks aim to shape a European economic framework and international banking and business alliances. The outcome could steer long term peace and European recovery.
The article reports Des Moines PAU to continue under the commission form of government with a proposed new charter. A special election held yesterday set December 20 for voting on the charter while a vote on the dry goods department closure was noted. The Kiwanis election date was moved to January 0.
The Get-Together Club met at the Noble Hotel dining room with D. A. Packard chairing. Talks covered social needs of Lander High School boys, a skating pond idea, a slogan for Lander, and sugar reduction efforts. HH. O. Barber to chair next luncheon. weekly meetings planned during the dining room closure.
Cleveland chemists warn that many bottles sold as bonded whiskey contain fusel oil and dangerous adulterants. J M Kovary assistant city chemist says fusel oil deoxygenates blood causing methemoglobinemia and asphyxia in heavy drinkers. Carl Bari recovery cited as improving after days of illness.
Wyoming critics warn that Continental and Texas oil firms seeking state gas station permits with Governor Carey would empower Standard Oil to tighten its grip. They argue widespread stations would force independents to align with Standard and set high prices, risking dealer losses and state control by a single company.
The Bank of Walanda has been placed under a one year moratorium by court order. The bank may continue accepting payments but is barred from all other operations. The public is advised that withdrawals may be restricted daily.
Federal probe of retail prices for necessities across the nation nears completion. Attorney General Daugherty announced plans to publish results showing margins between retail prices and production costs for food fuel shoes apparel and other items. States attorneys general will be asked to cooperate to remedy the evils once the department finishes its work.
Wyandotte County Kansas commissioners instructed County Engineer O K Williamson to open a rock quarry to relieve unemployment from the packing house strike. Workers will be paid 41.50 per cubic yard for rock quarried, and the stone will be used to resurface roads.
The Apache Railway Company asked the Interstate Commerce Commission for authority to raise 460 500 in notes and stock to fund a new railroad line from Holbrook to Cooley in Arizona. The proposed line is about six miles long.
In Mineola on December 30 Edward Atin piloting the Larsen metal monoplane broke the world continuous flight record by staying aloft twenty six hours nine tens minutes and thirty five seconds. Stinson, a former Kelly Field civilian instructor, earned fame as a stunt flyer with an enviable record of no crashes or machine failures in ten years.
New Youngstown Mayor George L. Olea said he will appoint a "breath inspector" when he takes office on January 1. The official will verify poll workers' breath for freshness and ensure masks protect against contaminants, operating around clock and reporting any anomalies.
In Cheyenne 41 special deputies seized liquor valued above 50 000 after raids at Rock Springs Green River and South Superior. State Prohibition Director Carl Jackson called the operation the largest federal liquor raid yet in the United States. A mobile laboratory aboard the raid car aided arrests. 66 suspects were taken, given hearings, and bonds set.
Late telegraph report says the firm BE W Wagner and Company, a leading grain cotton and wire commission house, failed. The announcement came from the stock exchange rooom, signaling a major disruption in commodities and related trades.
The army naval committee morning session nearly approves a plan to cap auxiliary ships at ten thousand tons replacement. All delegations accept, except France which holds its approval in abeyance but expects to approve.
Police search for the writer of a grim note found by the Trinity River. The letter claims wartime injuries in 1917 and 1918 and laments lack of work or pay, signed Paul W Chamberlin.
Towt Prints reports plans for a pipeline from Last Geldier aut Mahoney Dome fields in Wyoming to Denver for natural gas conveyance. The line will serve towns north of Denver with contracts to be signed between the New York Oil Company and Denver Gas and Electric Light. Cost estimated at two million dollars, already financed.
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