19 Oct 1921
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Newspaper
Macomb Daily By Stander
Location
Macomb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1921
Page
1
A chaotic bulletin details a planned conference in Chicago to mobilize a broad labor strike. It notes organized committees, pending orders, and potential railroad and government responses, including mobilization of troops and central leadership coordinating the action.
A bomb detonated at the Paris residence of American Ambassador Myron T. Herrick injuring the valet who opened a package. Herrick arrived two minutes after the blast and joined General Pershing at the Grillon hotel as Paris police and detectives investigate the case. The package appeared personally addressed to Herrick.
President Harding at Georgetown Virginia commemorates the surrender of British expeditionary forces to Washingtons revolutionary army. He proclaims a lasting friendship between the United States and Great Britain and vows the two nations will not lift swords against each other again.
Washington Oct 19 The senate ratified peace treaties with Germany Austria and Hungary by 66 to 20 for Germany and Austria and 17 opposed to Hungary The move completes the administration peace treaty program and paves the way for formal exchange of ratifications and resumed relations through trade negotiations.
Vineland New Jersey Lewis Lively a Negro accused of killing a little girl at East Moorstown New Jersey last spring was arrested here today after shooting a policeman He confessed killing the child according to police
Springfield report says Carl Weber of Jacksonville was elected Grand Union Warden of the Grand Encampment I O C F on the second ballot by 185 votes this afternoon.
A Hanover bank official reports a shortage of 135000 dollars in Hanover accounts amid rumors that Olson controlled the Colchester Bank. Authorities say no access to accounts was granted and investigations continue.
Minot North Dakota reports Jorgen Olson principal stockholder in Hanover Illinois Union State Bank denies majority holding. Cashier L N Kopland arrested for embezzlement as Colchester Colchester bank issues and state audits unfold amid libel threat from Chicago Herald Examiner over bank closure reports.
L B Eason adjutant of Macomb post announces that all steam railroads in the region will offer a flat one cent fare for Legion members to attend the national convention in Kansas City. The session runs October 30 to November 2 and Macomb attendees are expected. Those planning to go should see Mr. Eason for a certificate of identification to secure the reduced fare. Also noted is Mrs Anna Riordan’s rare new potatoes from West Jackson Street garden.
The house ways and means committee ordered a favorable report for a measure authorizing a commission to arrange funding and refunding of foreign debt. The substitute replaces the administration bill that would have given the secretary blanket authority over foreign debt negotiations.
A Chicago report from October 19 states the Pure Seed Law, aided by the Illinois Agricultural Association and enacted in 1919, shows success. In 1920-21, 14 610 seed samples were analyzed and 1 474 contained noxious weeds, indicating such seeds will not be used in Illinois form productions.
The American Legion post presents Aviation Minstrels at the Illinois theatre opening tomorrow night and repeat show Friday. Critics praise Macomb's strongest home talent with dazzling costumes by Schmidt of St Louis and dramatic stage settings. Louis S Turner leads and performs two songs while directing the production. Proceeds support Holmes hospital care for disabled veterans and Legion clubroom funds.
Springfield October 19 Governor Small refused to set aside the death sentences of John Christmas a Negro from Champaign and Frank Segregni an Italian from Chicago. Acting on the pardons board recommendation he allowed the executions to proceed they will both hang Friday
Springfield Oct 19 garages must pay a 25.00 annual license to the Illinois commerce commission and file a bond of 5 000 to 10 000 under the ruling. Grain elevators not under its jurisdiction. Violations face up to 1000 fine or six months imprisonment or both.
Washington reports Director Forbes of the veterans bureau cancelled over twenty contracts with commercial schools supplying vocational training to former service men, citing exploitation and damage to minds bodies and souls. The note adds a reflection on kindness returning as rewards in life.
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