24 Jan 1922
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Newspaper
Lander Evening Post
Location
Lander, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1922
Page
1
Former director general Walker D. Hines testified before the Interstate Commerce Commission that railroads were not returned to owners in broken down condition. He said equipment was substantially overmaintained and conditions were distinctly better at the end of federal control than at its beginning.
The Senate approved without a record vote a resolution by Senator Norris of Nebraska requesting Attorney General Daugherty to say if the Justice Department plans separate action against the International Harvester Company to resolve alleged trust activities.
Reports from Halifax say riotous miners on strike at New Aberdeen planned looting and arson. On Bathday and Sunday the Dominion Coal Company storehouses were looted with goods valued at 80000 carried off or destroyed as authorities prepared for further trouble.
Arthur Nikovich, famed orchestral conductor and former Boston Symphony conductor, died in Leipsic at age 76. The Associated Press report states he passed away today due to influenza.
In Wyoming two men were arrested for spreading careless reports about banks. The Times notes the law makes such statements a crime but argues it should protect individuals and private concerns as well.
PoPakla Nut Coal priced at 67.00 per ton offered by Lander Coal, Yeed & Auto. Order now for delivery Thursday morning. Phone contact available.
Thousands filed past Pope Benedict XV’s bier in St. Peter's Basilica as cardinals from around the world travel to Rome for the burial. Cardinal O’Conner of Boston says he is taking passage today as the internment is tentatively planned for tomorrow with the body not embalmed.
The St Louis Woman's Advertising Club collected reader opinions on annoying sounds. Gum chewing car horns and hustling chatter were among the top irritants. cream puffs and certain kitchen colors appeared in humorous rankings, with banter about preferred gems and tavern tunes.
The Wyoming Short Line between Clearmont and Buffalo must adopt the lumber rate cut now in effect between the Pacific Northwest and Sheridan. A Denver federal judge panel denied the injunction blocking the Interstate Commerce Commission, ruling the rate reductions apply. The Wy line will appeal to the U S Supreme Court.
Special vault being built in the altar its office at Cueyanne Wyoming to store liquor seized in raids for violations of federal and state prohibition laws. The vault will be large enough to accommodate 2,000 gallons.
The national agricultural conference shifted to Europe study and farm relief. G F Warren from Ithaca reported on European production and demand, urging accurate info for American farmers and noting Europe must finance trade. Fagen Meyer Jr described War Finance Corporation advances aiding agriculture and cotton financing sparks cautious optimism.
The body of John Strong killed in an automobile accident Sunday evening was escorted by American Legion members to the Northwestern train. Military rites including a volley and taps were performed as the train left for his home in McDade Texas. His two brothers accompanied the body. the store where he worked closed and employees gathered at the depot to say farewell.
Encouraging results emerge from Queensland health authorities using chaulmoogra treatments to curb leprosy. Five European patients from Peel Island quarantine facility show no symptoms, including one woman, with repeated testing confirming absence of disease.
In a lively session with sharp debate and no record vote the Senate refused the proposal from Senator Walsh of Montana. The issue involved talks on bipartisan relations with China and Japan at the area conference. The event is set to begin with a dinner meeting tomorrow at the Tig Bair Butheri and Gits Shop.
An Associated Press style report notes that Kerantilin and Hugh Harrie of Uenet claim animals show signs before heavy rain. After years of observation they say creatures exhibit a behavior predicting storms ahead of time, with an alleged ability to diagnose weather conditions many hours in advance.
Lincoln Neb a Jan 24 A tax of one cent a gallon on gasoline to be paid by motor vehicle users was discussed as a main revenue measure. The levy aims to fund federal road building aid and reduce appropriations.
Berkeley scholars announce that earthquakes may be forecast by measuring earth creep and latitude changes. A new photographic telescope at Lick Observatory will aid studying movements, with prior quakes in 1858 1906 and 1909 linked to shifts in Mt Hamilton Bolinas region.
Rev L D Smith who came from Lander Wyoming preached at St Marys Episcopal on Sunday morning to a large representative congregation. His pleasing personality and timely sermon made a favorable impression and he is seen as a spiritual guide and asset to the community.
The Lander Kiwanis Club held its first Board of Directors meeting at the Noble Hotel. L. W. Foote elected secretary. biweekly Emokora dinners scheduled while the Noble Hotel dining room is closed. A club dinner is planned for Friday honoring Easton Kenrick and Mia Katherine Morton, state superintendent. Archibald Campbell reported Kiwanis clubs in the county. local group aims to become a prominent city organization.
Elata Hill a leader of the National Woman's party confirms her marriage to Albert Levitt professor at the University of South Dakota and announces she will not change her name. She asks why she should rename herself when no law requires it and notes her husband consented to use her maiden name.
The State Federation of Labor prepared a brief for the State Industrial Commission proposing a $21.20 minimum wage for women in California, up from the current $16.00. A hearing on the proposal by employers to lower the wage is expected soon.
Former governor general of the Philippines Provost Burton Harrison writes to Manuel L. Quezon urging unity and cooperation with the new administration. He expresses sympathy for the Filipino people after months of anxiety and doubts and hopes for a positive outcome.
A beekeepers group named the State Hoo keepers association was formed at Thermopolis during a meeting led by redistributing lawmakers from Natrona Fremont and other Big Horn basin counties. Hamm of Sheridan was elected president J W Howard of Basin was secretary treasurer Fremont association drafted by laws and constitution and to outline legislative needs. William Mosteller Casper helped develop the initial program. Dr Aven Nelauu Wyoming University president spoke. Stormy weather reduced attendance. another Thermopolis meeting is scheduled for November to finalize the organization.
After a week of cleaning and repainting, Jesper Cores Home Restaurant reopened to the public yesterday. The updated place features a new plate and enhanced decor as the owner invites patrons back with a refreshed look and menu offerings.
More than two thousand unemployed men demonstrated near West Bromwich police court where five leaders faced intimidation charges. Traffic halted for hours as police used batons, injuring several. In Rome, the Vatican reception for an Italian cabinet minister and the Quirinal flag half mast drew discussions on government Vatican accord. In Boston, former boxing champion Ambrosio Melasionson died from a skull fracture after a bout with Joseph Ethilaire. In Washington, Dr Hubert Work resigned as assistant Postmaster General along with Postmaster General Hays. Work is a potential successor to Will Mays.
A. Baker explains in a letter that State Land Office fees are fixed by multiple acts from 1903 to 1920 and collection is mandatory. He notes Land Boards and the Land Commissioner have no control over them, and that fees were once deducted from rentals but later legislative change requires separate collection. He asks for clarification to inform readers of the true situation.
The Art Institute of Chicago reports 1921 attendance at 1,071,422, surpassing previous year by 52,552 and leading all U S art museums. The Institute claims the world’s largest school, drawing students nationwide and from abroad. about 100 veterans are linked to the ex-penbe program. From 1891 to 1922 total enrollment reaches 4,580 across day and night programs.
Secretary Weeks mailed contract forms to Henry Ford for the purchase of the Muscle Shoals nitrate and power properties in Alabama. Ford’s signature and return will be sent to Congress for decision. The move marks the administration’s handling of the sale terms.
The world congress of the Irish race decided at its session to organize the International Lunch League with branches in all countries with sizable Irish descendants. Countess Marievicz explained the aim as counteracting British propaganda portraying Irish as gorillas. Washington report notes President Harding favors gradual arms reduction but will not allow any US army decrease below absolute national safety. modest cuts below 190,000 are possible with congressional approval.
Washington Far Eastern Committee announces a virtual settlement for the Siberian issue at the arms conference. Japan agrees to withdraw from Russian territory once a stable government is established. Oklahoma City trio pleads guilty in a lynching case and receives life imprisonment.
E A Botle, secretary for B O Holorich and fingerprint expert, testified as the first witness at the second Fatty Arbuckle manslaughter trial in San Francisco. She supported Heinrich about fingerprints on Arbuckle’s hotel room door at the St Francis claimed to be from Arbuckle and Virginia Rapple.
Senator Simmons of North Carolina announced in the Senate that he will offer a five way bonus bill as an amendment to the foreign debt funding bill currently under consideration.
J P McKenna of Lander Wyoming advertises a property sale listing two lots on Mainsivest near the Vocational High Gaboul in Vi, including a cemetery time quarry with machinery for manufacturing Mans and several structures. The notice mentions a 48 hero power Beller, a dwelling, a wagon, and other items for sale.
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