Daily History Facts Delivered Dates and Events
The column lists historical notes from September 26 across years 1800 to 1921. Highlights include major earthquakes in Constantinople, births and deaths of notable figures, political milestones in France and the U S, library opening at Northwestern, peace congress in Turin, flour price spike in Chicago, and Harding’s unemployment conference opening in Washington.
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Royal Palace
Constantinople
Stephen B. Elkins
United States
West Virginia
Perry County
Washington, D. C
Louis Napoleon
National Assembly
Klara Mundt
Orrington
Northwestern University
Turin
Italy
Chicago
Harding
Washington
Birthday births mark September 26 among notable figures
On September 26 the paper notes births of Christian X of Denmark in Copenhagen 53 years ago, Sir Eric Geddes born in India 43 years ago, Dr. Arthur S. Mackenzie born in Pictou N S 68 years ago, Eleanor Gates born in Shakopee Minnesota 49 years ago, and Antonio Moreno born in Madrid Spain 35 years ago.
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Christian X
Denmark
Copenhagen
Eric Geddes
United States
India
Arthur S. Mackenzie
Dalhousie University
Pictou
N. 8
Eleanor Gates
Shakopec
Minn
Antonio Moreno
Madrid
Spain
Oklahoma Governor Walton Tells of Rise From Forge to Governor
John C. Walton, vocal opponent of the Ku Klux Klan, is completing his first year of a four year term as Oklahoma's governor. Born in Indiana with Southern Quaker ancestry, he grew up near Fort Smith Arkansas, worked as a locomotive fireman and engineer, studied engineering in St. Louis, and built a successful Oklahoma City construction firm before being elected mayor and then governor on a fusion ticket.
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John C. Walton
Ku Klux
Oklahoma
Walton
Fort Smith
Ark
St. Louis
Oklahoma City
Sewing Machines Arrive for Mexican Mennonites
A carload of sewing machines has arrived in Chihuahua City from El Paso consigned to Mennonites at Bustillos. Additional machines will go to Santa Clara. The Mennonites aim to sew their own clothing to cut costs and avoid high Mexican store prices and import duties on finished materials.
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Associated Press
Chihuahua City
Mexico
el Paso
Texas
Bustillos
Santa Clara
Railroad Time Table Highlights Texas-Mexican Routes
The notice lists Train No 1 to Corpus Christi at 9 00am and Train No 2 from Corpus Christi at 3 36pm for the Texas Mexican line. It notes an International and Great Northern through fast train to St Louis departing 12 01pm arriving 4 40pm, plus a night train leaving 11pm and arriving late. Limited service from Laredo reaches Minera with morning arrivals and daily ex Sundays.
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Corpus Christi
Alo Grande
Eagie Pate
Laredo
Minera
Minera Daily
Sheriff’s sale notice in Webb County Texas 1923
Alias execution in a Webb County case funds a judgment for Caffarelli Bros. Rodolfo Zaffarini faces public sale of Lot No. 10 in Block 116A Western Division City of Laredo. Sale set for November 5, 1923 at the Webb County Courthouse with cash to highest bidder.
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State OF
Texas
Webb
Bexar County
Oscleola Archer
Caffarelli
City of
Laredo
Webb County
Rodolfo Zaffarini
Court House
Levy
Webb County Seeks Bids for 250000 Road Bonds
Webb County invites sealed bids by 10 AM on October 1 1923 for 250000 percent special road bonds in thousand dollar denominations. Bonds mature October 1953 with annual interest 4 1 2 percent payable New York. Certified checks of 5000 payable to County Judge required with bid. winner’s check retained until terms fulfilled. County may reject any bid.
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Webb County
Laredo
Texas
A. Winslow
Web
National Park Bank
City of New York
State of New York
Black-Draught Praised By Lake Charles Resident
In Lake Charles Louisiana Mr Henry Garrett praises Black-Draught noting it as a top stomach and liver remedy for indigestion and headaches He says his family uses it regularly and that previous laxatives failed while Black-Draught has become a staple in their home with ongoing good health.
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Thedford
Louisiana
Lake Charles
Henry Garrett
Arrett
Social Calendar for Wednesday and Thursday Meetings
The Parish Guild meets with Mrs A E Younkin at 3 30 PM Wednesday. The Hannah Fair Circle of the W M U meets with Mrs T C Mann at 4 PM Thursday. Clara Keith and Rose Walker Circles of the W M A meet in the afternoon at the regular hour. Mrs Oscar Johnson entertains at bridge at 3 30 PM for Mrs N T Brewer. Ladies Aid of the Christian church meets with Mrs S T Phelps at 3 26 PM.
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A. E. Younkin
Hannah Fair Circle
W. M. U. of the Baptist Church
T. C. Mann
Clara Keith
Rose Walker
Oscar Johnson
Bridge
N. T. Brewer
Ladies Aid of the Christian Church
S. T. Phelps
J. R. Sandefer
Farracut Street
The Return Lost in Love and Distance
Poem contrasts separation with reunion and defines home as the loved one. It reflects on stars, sun, rain, and moonlit seas, then shifts to a community page noting travel by Mr FE G Chingenpeel and others, social events, engagements, and missionary society notes.
Mexican books sent to Smelter Y M C A branch
The Mexican government education department sent 200 Spanish language books to El Paso Smelter Y M C A branch. About 300 Mexicans used the branch, which previously lacked Spanish reading material, and the books from Mexico City will form small libraries for Mexican communities in the United States.
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Associated Press
el Paso
Texas
Department of Education
Mexico City
United States
Judge Robertson resigns from Texas appeals bench
Austin Sept 26 Judge James Robertson of Meridian resigned from the Tenth court of civil appeals at Waco and John W Spivey of Marlin was named to the vacancy Spiveys appointment takes effect September 29.
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Associated Press
Austin
Tex
James Robertson
Meridian
Tenth Court of Civil Appeals
Waco
John W. Spivey
Marlin
Spivey
Head Chosen President
Walter W. Head of Omaha was elected president of the American Bankers Association. Resolutions praised the orderly transition from boom conditions to sustained prosperity as the outstanding achievement in American business in 1923.
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Associated Praga
Atlantic City
N. J
Walter W. Head
Omaha
American Bankers Association
America
Umbrella Borrowing Bureau in Brussels
In Brussels a novel umbrella borrowing system operates with a citywide network of agencies. Members buy a token and swap it for an umbrella during rain, returning it at the next agency to receive a new token. The project is described as highly organized and potentially lucrative if widely adopted.
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Brussels
Sweden's Artist Prince Gifts Vase to St Bridget Commemoration
A silver vase designed by Prince Eugene, brother of King Gustav, honors St Bridget at Vadstena. The event drew attention to the Brigttine convent town as Selma Lagerlöf and Dr. Nathan Söderblom offered tributes. Bridgetta, born 1803 to Swedish nobility, founded the convent after her husband’s death.
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Associated Press
Stockholm
Prince Eugene
Sing Gustav
Sweden
Prince
St. Bridget
Vadstena
Brigttine
Selma Lagertor
Nathan Soderblom
Brigitta
Notable Sports Milestones and Upcoming Races Across Leagues
The Three-Edge league ends with six clubs over .500 as the Metropolitan A A U hosts a pentathlon in Newark on September 29. Ohio River Regatta in Cincinnati follows September 29–30, with Latonia hosting a fall meeting featuring seven stakes worth over 100000. International aeroplane racing at Cowes on September 28 sees entries from American, English, French, and Italian pilots. Michigan opens football on October 6 against Case Scientific School.
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Metropolitan
Newark
Ohio River
Cincinnati
Latonia
Decatur
Cowes
Isle of Wight
University of Michigan
Case Scientific School
British Isles
America
England
St. Louis
Army
Naval Air Services
Jack Dempsey
Firpo
Dempsey
Benny Leonard
Bulgaria vows to resist communism with their last ounce
Premier Zankoff declares Bulgaria will fight the world struggle against communism, asserting the Third Internationale aims to spread sovietism through the Balkans and westward. He notes support from the Neuilly treaty commission to strengthen forces to quell internal trouble amid unrest.
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Gy Associated Press
Sofia
Bulgaria
Zankoff
Russia
Balkan States
Neuilly
Ebert Ends Ruhr Stand Yet Declares No Territorial Surrender
President Ebert in a Berlin proclamation says Germany will abandon the Ruhr resistance to avoid economic collapse but will surrender no German territory. The document, countersigned by cabinet members, warns peace depends on invading powers and their allies to restore order or provoke further upheaval.
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Associated Press
Berlin
Ebert
Ruhr
Germany
Paris Premier Poincare on German attitude shifts
Paris reports Premier Poincare not yet convinced resistance can end and will delay changes with Germany until a demonstrable shift occurs. Officials expect Germany to demand return of expelled Ruhr and Rhineland functionaries, while France vows to block their return over sabotage and rebellion against occupation authorities.
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Paris
Poincare
Germany
Ruhr
Rhineland
Greb to Meet Downey at Forbes Field Bout
Pittsburgh report notes Harry Greb the middleweight champion returns to action at Forbes Field facing Bryant Downey of Ohio. The ten round match marks Greb's first ring appearance since defeating Johnny Wilson for the title.
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Pittsburgh
Forbes Field
Harry Greb
Johnny Wilson
Greb
Bryant Downey
Holy Land to Demolish Kaiser Tower
In Jerusalem on September 26 the Kaiser Tower on Jaffa Gate, raised to honor Wilhelm II in 1898, faces demolition after years as an eyesore to locals and visitors.
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Associated Press
Jerusalem
Jaffa Gate
Wilhelm Second
Holy Land
Walton Seeks Assembly Amid Capitol Military Watch
Governor Walton stayed at home as Adjutant General Markham assumed personal command of troops at the Oklahoma City capitol. Only legislators and military pass holders could enter while crowds lined streets and patrols controlled driveways.
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Oklahoma City
Capitol
House
W. D. Meyer
House of Representatives
Senate Chamber
McBee
Walton
Markham
Canitol
Must Pay At Once Indemnity Ordered For Greece
Paris Sept 26 the council of ambassadors decided on a 50 000 000 lire indemnity to Italy Greece must pay immediately for the Janina crime. Greece delayed in naming the perpetrators and the payment will be made instantly once Greece is notified.
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Paris
Council of Ambassadors
Greece
Italy
Seizing the Opportunity in a Morning Errand
A comic exchange shows Mr. and Mrs. Bibbles debating quick decisions and leadership. He retrieves a corkscrew for John Jagsby while criticizing Mrs. Bibbles for indecision, highlighting gendered attitudes in humorous dialogue from the Birmingham Age Herald.
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Mrs. Bibbbles
John Jagsby
Mr. Bibbles
Mrs. Bibbles
Birmingham Age Herald
Probe Slaying of Young Girl in Millville Shed
Detectives seeking the Emma Dickson case plan to travel to Philadelphia to question a man who may illuminate the homicide. A photo of a Philadelphia man was identified by Irma as the person seen with Russ Dickson the day Emma reappeared. A bloody hatchet found in a shed supports the theory the girl was attacked there and her body moved to the woods.
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Associated Press
Millville
N. JL
Emma Dickson
Philadelphia
Irma
Russ Dickson
Vie
Thos U Sisson Dead Former Mississippi Representative
Thomas U Sisson former U S Representative from Mississippi died in Washington of apoplexy early today. His death removes a veteran political figure who served in Congress and participated in national debates during his tenure.
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Washington, Sept. Va
Thomas. Sisson
Mississippi
De la Huerta Becomes Candidate After Treasury Resignation
Adolfo de la Huerta, after Obregon accepts his resignation as treasury secretary, tells a delegation of the Cooperative party in the chamber of deputies that events have changed circumstances and may lead him to reconsider his decision not to seek the presidency.
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Ty Assacuiated
Mesiro City
Adolfo de la Iuerta
Obregon
Cooperatista Party
Chamber of Deputies
Wife and husband shot to death in St Louis home
Police found Mrs Mimer H Long 25 and her husband Long 36 both dead from gunfire at their home. Long a former US Army sergeant had visited recently amid reported estrangement. An automatic army pistol lay near Long, a son said he ran away when the shots rang out.
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Associated Press
St. Louis
Mimer H. Long
Long
United States
Armny
Neighbers
Bank Guaranty Fund Refunds Taylor Bank Deposits
Austin Texas Sept 24 The banking board appropriated 286006 from the state bank guaranty fund to reimburse depositors of the First State Bank and Trust Company of Taylor. Bank Commissioner Chapman said depositors will be refunded their entire deposits immediately.
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Associated Press
Austin
Texas
State Bank Guaranty
Banking Board
First State Bank & Trust Company of
Taylor
Chapman
Rev J M Lewis elected moderator of El Paso presbytery
El Paso Texas September 26 Rev J M Lewis of Lubbock was chosen moderator of the El Paso presbytery of the Southern Presbyterian Church which met here last night E B Daniel of Toyah was named temporary clerk
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Associated Press
el Paso
Texas
J. M. Lewis
Lubbock
Tragic Accident Claims Eight Year Old in Orange
In Orange Texas on September 26 an eight year old girl, daughter of Bill West, died when a shotgun held by her father accidentally discharged as he stepped into a hole. The grieving father was overcome by shock.
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Associated Press
Orange
Texas
Bill West
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J. S. Frelinghuysen
New Jersey
Ta. m
A. J. Condren
J. L. Fierros
Violet 8
Oberrecht Society
Hfe
FE. G. Chingenpeel
San Antonio
H. G. DaCamara
Houston
W. B. Heaner
J. F. Bandy
Ora Bandy
Pearsall
J. W. Ward
Tampico
St. Anne Society
Messrs
Ferdinand and
Joseph Bruner
Alfonso Juarez
Juarez
Lila Sanche
Amindor Sanchez
Herri David Kahn
San Agustini Church
Woman’s Missionary Society of the Methodist Church
P. N. McCulloch
St. Chapter
Nixon
Mesdames Armstrong
Bass
Kidmore
Mesdames Mullin
Loftus
Thaison
Lampman
Frye
Crawford
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Membhers
Caucus
Charles Brice
Wey
Downey
Kaiser Tower
U. Sisson
DE LA Huerta
Rev. Lewis
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