United States Demands Voice in German Possession Disposals
Washington reports the United States asserts it cannot be bound by the Yap mandate and must have an equal voice in the disposition of former German colonies. Secretary Colby calls for reconsideration by the League council and hints at a conference of interested powers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
Colby
Washington
Germany
Council of the
League of Nations
United States
Japan
Pacific
Yap
League
Paris
Wilson
Great Britain
France
Italy
Equator
Island of
Wreck at Porter Indiana Kills Many Injures Over One Hundred
Twenty seven people are known dead and more than one hundred injured after two passenger trains collide at a lonely Porter junction near sand dunes about fifty miles from Chicago. New York Central No. 151 from New York to Chicago plowed through, while Central No. 20 from Chicago to Detroit and Toronto demolished a wooden day coach. Most aboard were killed or injured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Porter
Ind
New York Central
New York
Boston
Chicago
Michigan
Central
Detroit
Toronto
House rejects Senate amendment on Wilson dam funds
By a 193 to 182 vote the House rejected a Senate amendment in the Sundry Civil Bill that would have appropriated 10 million dollars for the Wilson dam completion, part of the Muscle Shoals nitrate project in Alabama.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House
Senate
Wilson Dam
Muscle Shoals
Alabama
Hoover accepts cabinet post as commerce secretary
Herbert Hoover telephoned President elect Harding to confirm his acceptance of the cabinet post of secretary of commerce. George B. Baker, his assistant, announced Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Herbert Hoover
Harding
George B. Baker
Seals Move Southward in Dense Herds Off St Johns
Fishermen report large northern seals migrating south in miles of water near St Johns Newfoundland. One angler says he hauled in as many as 75 seals in a single day, an unprecedented catch for the current season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Johns,n. F
Fire destroys 27 business houses in Breckenridge
Fire in Breckenridge Texas burned through the business section Thursday destroying 27 business houses hotels and apartments. The blaze left only two buildings standing in the block and caused an estimated 500000 in losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Breckenridge
Tex
Governor Vetoes Pistol Bill in Austin
The governor vetoed Senate Bill by Darwin of Lamar seeking to repeal a 50 percent gross receipts tax on pistol sales. He said carrying a pistol implies intent to kill and should be made as difficult as possible to do so.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Senate
Darwin
Lamar
Tanlac Restores Health for Portland Man
W H Johnson of Portland Oregon reports dramatic improvement after taking Tanlac gaining fifteen pounds. He suffered a year of poor appetite stomach trouble dull pain gas and weak sleep before Tanlac set him right. Now his appetite returns digestion improves sleep deep and energy restored. Tanlac sold by leading druggists everywhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tanlac
W. H. Johnson
43Rd St
Portland
Ore
Northwest Transfer Company
Taniac
Adv
Dr Kilmer Swamp Root Kidney Liver Bladder Remedy
A period advertisement touts Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a pure non stimulant herbal remedy for kidney liver and bladder troubles. It promises purity in every bottle with a sworn statement and offers a sample bottle for ten cents by mail to Dr Kilmer Co. Binghamton NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kilmer
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton
N. Y
Adv
Man Seeks Trouble Faces Consequences
A man intent on causing trouble encounters negative outcomes as his actions lead to confrontation and risk. The incident highlights for readers the potential dangers of confrontational behavior and its legal or social consequences.
Ely's Cream Balm Narrows Nasal Passage Relief
An old ad copy promises quick relief from catarrh and nasal congestion. It claims Ely's Cream Balm clears air passages within a minute, soothes swollen membranes, and relieves headaches and stuffiness. The message urges readers to buy from a druggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ely
Ady
Vader Balm touted to relieve winter ailments quickly
An old advertisement claims Vader Balm can relieve 99 of 100 winter ailments including coughs colds and body soreness. It urges asking a druggist and warns against imitations.
Texas Rail Rate Increase Granted
Washington reports the Interstate Commerce Commission sided with carriers in Texas intrastate rate cases, aligning with Illinois and others. The order raises freight by 35 percent, passenger by 20, with a 50 percent rail car surcharge, effective April 2, while Texas advocates for state jurisdiction over some charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Texas
Interstate Commerce Commission
Commission
Illinois
Eastman
New York
Western Group
Texas State Commission
Interstate Commission
Upreme
Supreme Court
Wisconsin
Cureton
Postmasters Appointed in Texas County by Postmaster General
Washington announces the appointment of new postmasters in Texas. Brushy Creek Anderson County Arch table G Godley replaces Alfred L Evans. Dassetta Liberty County new office Joseph W White Jr. Sabine Jefferson County Clarence Dietrich replaces Charles N Quinn. Calvin Bastrop County Robert M Waugh replaces Sam S Brite. Corlena Dallam County new office near Texline John T Trantham. Hart Centre County Chesley L Attaway replaces Thomas C Ray. Sagerton Haskell County Josie Massin replaces John R Martin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Texas
Brushy Creek
Anderson County
Archtable G. Godley
Alfred L. Evans
Dassetta
Liberty County
Joseph W. White, Jr
Sabine
Jefferson County
Clarence Dietrich
Charles N. Quinn
Calvin
Bastrop
Robert M., Waugh
Sam S. Brite
Corlena
Dallam
Texline
Senate OKs rivers and harbors bill for next year
The Senate passed the annual rivers and harbors appropriation bill carrying 150 million dollars in new appropriations and authority for 47 million unexpended balances for the next fiscal year. The bill allows 2.85 million more than the current year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House
Senate
De Palma Wins 60 Mile Auto Race in Record Pace
Ralph de Palma won the 60 mile Balot special in 27 minutes 56 seconds at an average speed of 107 310 miles per hour. Tommy Milton finished second, Roscoe Sarles third, Jimmy Murphy fourth, Ira Vail fifth, and Eddie Miller sixth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph de Palma
Los Angeles
Balot
Tommy Milton
Roscoe Sarles
Jimmy Murphy
Ira Vail
Eddie Miller
Editors to Meet in Milwaukee for 1921 Convention
Milwaukee Wis The 1921 convention of the International Editorial Association Inc will be held in Milwaukee Friday Saturday and Sunday May 2021 according to announcement Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
Wis
International Editorial Association, Inc
Gold Shipment Arrives in New York on Carmania
The steamship Carmania arrived with a gold shipment valued at $6,100,000 consigned to Kuhn, Loeb & Co. The gold was sent by Rothschild & Co. of London and announced Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Carmania
Kuhn, Loeb & Co
Rothschild & Co
London
Chattering Jaw Muscles Triggered by Cold
A medical note explains that cold air irritates the small chewing muscles, causing involuntary jaw movement and teeth to click. The onset occurs regardless of will, stopping only when teeth are clenched, and is described as a mild muscular spasm akin to cold induced tremors.
Mild Movie in New York World Quip
A World quip notes a mild film showing with a brisk line about fatalities, stating only four killed after a screening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buddie
New York World
Bridle the Mare and Tongue Highlighted in Speech
The proverb notes effort is needed both to bridle a horse and to bridle the tongue. It emphasizes self control in action and speech, urging discipline in behavior and words.
Onion Gas Delights Nerves Causes Tears and Smarts
The release of onion gas irritates the eyes producing a strong aroma and tearing. The eye nerves signal tears to wash away irritants, creating a protective curtain as tears spill when production outpaces drainage. Winking spreads tears over the eye surface to wash away dust and irritants.
Talk good sense to children and af ter a little while they will talk good sense to you
A compact moral line advising patience with youth as dialogue builds understanding. The proverb emphasizes reciprocal learning between adults and children and suggests time and calm communication yield wiser exchanges.
Also Mentioned on This Page
M. J. Riley
R. R. No
Box 101
Calvert, Texas
Vestal
Jos
Firestone
Batavia
Fisk
Tiree
Saxet Tire & Rubber Co
Tremont Galveston, Texas
Hoover
W H. Johnson
Jonahs
New Texas Postmasters
Wrigleys
Mullies
Postum Cereal Co, Inc
Battle Creek
Mich
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!