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Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1920

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Kahn Says U S Hopes For Perpetual Peace With Japan

Representative Kahn of California urges that the United States avoid war with Japan and retain readiness through universal military training. He argues opposition to Japanese immigration is economic, not racial, and cautions against demagogues influencing policy. He cites Tein Tsin incident as an example of cautious diplomacy.

Associated Press Washington, D. C House Representative Kahn California America Japan United States Kahn Pacific Coast China Korea Pacific Mr. Kahn Tein Tsin

Warrant Issued for Clara Smith in Ardmore Shooting

Ardmore Oklahoma issues a murder warrant for Clara Barton Smith in the fatal shooting of Jake L. Hannon. Sheriff Orndorff of El Paso Texas confirms receipt and notes local authorities seek precise whereabouts. Family in El Paso said Smith may come to 1119 San Antonio Street.

Associated Press el Paso Tex Orndorff Ardmore Okla Clara Smith Jake Hannon San Antonio Street Clara Clara Barton Smith Jake L. Hannon Ardmore Oil Republican National

North Dakota Politics Divided by Socialists and Farmers

The article outlines two sections in North Dakota’s political scene. A socialist faction uses the nonpartisan league to push state ownership and profits from wheat, while plain farmers join the league seeking relief from Minnesota grain market manipulation. The piece previews further discussion of grain dockage and market tricks by Minneapolis dealers.

North Dakota W. H. Powell Bismarck N. D Nonpartisan League Minneapolis Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce Dakota

Passport ruling sparks protest over British embassy stance

American Committee investigating Irish affairs protests British refusal to let their six member commission view passports and gather facts in Britain. The letter urges mutual understanding, stresses peaceful aims and notes difficulty securing non republican British and Irish witnesses. The group cites ties between the American and Irish peoples and warns of risks to world peace.

Commission State Department Special Commission England Ireland America Fay Auckland Geddes United States

Fall as Harding's Secretary of State Pick

Senator Albert B. Fall of New Mexico is Harding's first choice for secretary of state. If Fall declines, the post may go to Senator Phlander C. Knox. Knox, Hill, and Root were reportedly eliminated from consideration. Fall's selection stems from long friendship and his views on international questions. He could influence potential intervention in Mexico due to his knowledge of Mexican affairs and his role on the special senate committee.

Washington, D. C Albert B. Fall New Mexico Harding Fall Phlander C. Knox David Jayne Hill Elihu Root Senator Fall Mexico Senate Senator Harding Brownsville Tex Panama Elias Torres Gen. Obregon Washington

Opposition to House Measure on Immigration

Washington December 9 opposition to the house immigration bill frames a minority report signed by Representatives Siegel and Sabath. They call for a practical two year suspension unwarranted and say unemployment fears lack evidence. Senate Republicans also block income tax relief. Treasury condition cited. Medal of merit bill for WWI merchant marine passed 315 to 7 and a packaging disclosure bill moves to require clear weight or count on packages.

Washington, D. C Immigration Committee Siegel New York Sabath Illinois United States Congress Senate Finance Committee House Ways and Means Committee Treasury Houston United States Merchant Marine Haugen Iowa Committee On Agriculture

Cedar Valley Farmer Dies by Own Hand Notes Left

West Liberty Iowa December 9 Ralph Hildebrand 26 Cedar Valley farmer committed suicide by shooting himself in a corn field near his home. He left two notes addressed to his parents and his fiance Miss Gladys Mosher stating he believed he was going insane. He died at the scene after relatives heard the shot. Survived by parents Edgar and Hildebrand and brothers Harry and Guy, with Harry's wife dead two months earlier.

West Liberty Iowa Ralph Hildebrand Cedar Valley Edgar Hildebrand Gladys Mosher Hildebrand Harry Edgar Mildebrand Mr. Hildebrand Guy Atalissa

Wage Reduction Forecast in Textile Mills of New England and Empire State

Boston reports a 22% wage cut forecast after a conference of textile manufacturers. The move targets 300,000 workers and aims to restore 1919 wage levels while keeping costs and unemployment in check amid market stagnation. John Golden of United Textile Workers says the union will respond when needed.

New England Empire State Boston Mass New York State New York N. Y United Textile Workers of America John Golden

Mrs MacSwiney Testimony On Freedom And Peopled Wishes

Mrs MacSwiney testifies about freedom and the desires of her people. She emphasizes the need for national self determination and the courage of those seeking liberty. The remarks frame a broader struggle for independence and human rights.

Ireland's women demand freedom as England exit urged

Mrs Muriel MacSwiney told the Committee of One Hundred in Washington that Ireland must win recognition of its republic and that relief is needed for starving countrymen. She said Irish women are as organized as men and resolute in facing torment. Substantial tax cuts are not expected soon, Longworth said, with Congress aiming to trim about a billion from four billion in executive estimates while seeking new revenue sources.

Washington, D.C Ireland Committee of One Hundred England Washington, D. C Muriel MacSwiney Cork Republic Mrs. MacSwiney New York N. Y Longworth Ohio House Ways and Means Association of Life Insurance Presidents Congress Executive Departments

Bulgaria Admission Seen After Marshal Foch Report

At Geneva the Little Entente’s push against Bulgaria’s entry into the league weakens as Marshal Foch reports Bulgaria has met treaty obligations better than any other defeated power. Bulgaria disarms more than 23,000 troops, and final action on admission may come this afternoon.

Marshal Fock Bulgaria Rumania Serbia Czecho-Slovakia Greece Marshal Foch Vilna Council of the League of Nations Lithuania League

Two Die and Twenty Hurt in Head-on Crash near Ravenna

Ravenna Ohio December 9 Two persons were killed and twenty injured in a head on collision between a passenger and express car on the Algon Ravenna division of the Northern Ohio Traction and Light company two miles west of Ravenna.

Ravenna, O Algon- Ravenna Northern Ohio Traction and Light Company Here

Pay Boost for Miners Refused in Anthracite Region

In Philadelphia on December 9, mine operators told the joint sub scale committee they oppose any general wage increases or reopening of the U S anthracite coal commission award. Miners seek a $6 minimum day rate and an eight hour day. A report will be presented at a Hazleton meeting next Saturday.

Philadelphia United States Anthracite Coal Commission Hazleton

Miracle Man Arrested in Chicago for Practicing Medicine

Harry Mays known as Miracle Man from New Carlisle Ind faced $2500 bond on charges of practicing medicine without a license. Investigators from the Board of Education visited his Chicago shrine where two women were treated as he claimed cures and urged returns for more cash. He denied curing anyone and argued no law bars trial. He had previously moved from Indiana to Iowa and back.

Chicago Til Harry Mays New Carlisle Ind Mays Board of Education Truin Indiana Iowa

Iowa and Illinois Weather Outlook Tonight Through Friday

The forecast shows generally fair conditions in Iowa tonight and Friday with slightly cooler air in the extreme west tonight. In Illinois expect cloudy skies tonight and generally fair conditions Friday with little temperature change.

Iowa Illinois

Prospects for Irish Truce Revisited by Lloyd George

London reports revived hope for a Sinn Fein settlement after a private talk between Monsignor Clune and Lloyd George. The Daily Mail cites Archbishop Clune conveying a message from Michael Collins, with Lloyd George noting brighter prospects than surface appearances.

London Daily Mail Patrick Joseph Clune Perth Lloyd George Michael Collins Sinnfein The London Times

Union to Operate Piano Organ and Phonograph Plant

Chicago announces a union owned piano organ and talking machine factory will open December 26 led by N O Wilson president. Thirteen organizers from the piano and organ workers union say they were locked out two months ago. Initial capital of 59000 subscribed. First month payroll covered. thereafter workers earn 80 cents an hour for 44 hours weekly.

Chicago Ill N. O. Wilson Piano and Organ Workers’ Union Wilson

Wilson Urges Aid for Chinese Famine Relief

President Wilson appealed to the American people to donate funds to relieve the famine across several Chinese provinces. He invited prominent Americans to form a committee with Thomas W. Lamont as chairman and acting Secretary Davis as treasurer.

Washington, D. C Wilson China Thomas W. Lamont J. P. Morgan and Company Davis State Department

Also Mentioned on This Page

U.S O. K’s Miss Smith Townley Lenine Russia Powell Bassy Geddes SECRE Tary Knox—Hill Root Worth Geneva Cecil Tia Little Entente New Assembly N. W. Rowell Canada Gabriele Hanotaux France Mr. Millett Australia Gaston da Cunha Brazil Robert Cecil South Africa International Health Organization George E. Foster Jessie Allan Holy Trinity Church A. J. Balfour Sir George Mr. Payne Signor Schanzer Italy Economic Commission Hymans UNION
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