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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1921
Page
3
Edward B. Clark argues Washington debates a world conference may or may not yield disarmament and peace. He notes skepticism about American influence, warns against over optimism, and discusses wartime cantonments and defense concerns shaping policy and public opinion.
Public utilities commission heard Mutual Telephone company's application amid testimony claiming Hawaii has sixty or more languages and dialects spoken over the telephone. Witnesses described diverse linguistic needs and suggested service considerations for the islands.
In a fragmentary note the jester undergoes analysis separate from exile, examining the nature of business calls and the role of language. The text hints at a marginal figure tied to a childlike voice and the concept of tongues.
The readable lines depict a speaker mentioning a “lovely permanent wave” and asking about the source while a dog is referenced. The imperfect text hints at gossip or a casual conversation about hair styling and a pet, with other phrases appearing nonstandard or garbled.
Reported Allied plans to help Soviet civilians amid growing war strain. Dispatches from Helsinki and Moxa describe towns in winter turmoil and hunger as Russia braces for continued conflict. Allies discuss humanitarian relief while trade and price issues ripple through, with Beaird and Briand seeking cooperation at a five-power council. New York trade notes cover candy price cuts and wage changes as consumers face shifts in costs. A Buffalo report details liquor found in a horse car, with inspectors seizing bottles and cloth remnants.
Parachute jumper Chivas Patrick Love, a U S aviation sergeant stationed at Rentoulfeld, was killed during a jump here. The plane was about 200 feet high when the parachute failed to open, the chute caught in the wind and he was hurled against a municipal pier tower. He fell from the harness and landed on a balcony at the tower base.
Topeka city and county authorities conducted raids on about thirty five stores suspected of selling cigarettes in Molatken state anti cigarette law violations continued despite two months of warnings. About seventy officers took part in the operation.
A garbled editorial from a 20th century news service quotes leaders asserting America aims to end war. The piece weaves in political rhetoric, wartime relief talk, and references to compensation for veterans. It also mentions a fire in Tijuana and excavations revealing ancient cloisters and statues at a site associated with Herod.
The government places a large staff of historians and assistants in the archives to assemble material and prepare the history of the war. A bill in the Senate would appoint Sergeant Alvin C York as a captain in the United States Army and retire him from active service. The proposal was introduced by Senator McKellar of Tennessee.
The Federal Council of the Churches of Christ in America endorsed President Harding and his policy steps toward convening an international conference to study armament reduction. The letter from President Muarding and Peters signals strong church support for arms control efforts.
Vilhjalmur Stefansson announces the advance party of his Arctic expedition sailed from Seattle on August 11 aboard the Victoria. The group will reach Some where the power schooner Orion is being outfitted and aims to be in the Arctic by month’s end, planning a winter on a Canadian island.
Mrs Stephen J. Prenatt now of Oakland arrived to witness the execution of Steve Byrne and Theodore Chronas who were convicted of murdering her husband at the Prenatt home in December. The sentence will be carried out on August 25. She said her sole purpose in coming from California was to witness the execution. Evidence indicates the men broke into the house intending to steal whisky.
Testimony before a House committee by Mellon details potential federal revenue reductions of about 500000 and warns of expanded expenditures if revenue falls short. He argues tax and spending adjustments are needed and outlines proposed measures to close the deficit, including strict controls on appropriations.
Representatives of employees at Chienge plant adopt industrial democracy as the first meeting sets out workers voting rights on inter plant issues. Large packers plan preparation while new regulations in Washington curb wholesale liquor distribution to manufacturers only, with exceptions for experimental uses and wine for specific purposes.
A fragmented cable from London notes Egypt cotton shipments to the United States with a British agreement, while Washington reports the House approving a Senate bill to raise the maximum interest on federal loan bonds from 5 to 5.5 percent, effective after June 30, 1928, with an amendment restricting sales.
In Washington District Court, Saint of Washington DC was found responsible for his father’s murder and sentenced to death. The defendant pleaded insanity. The elder Toussaint, a Washington contractor, was shot around February G. San Francisco freight rate cuts were announced for smelter products from Arizona to Baltimore and New England points, effective Sept. 12, lowering rates from 21.10 to 17.00 per ton, then to 16.0 to Baltimore. Products include copper and lead bullion.
A fog bound collision with reef left 48 aboard a coastwise steamer lost after the vessel sank within thirty minutes. Survivors reported the disaster as vessels rushed to render aid and tugs attempted salvage.
Survivors recount Alaska collision with reef near dense fog leaving twelve rescued by Anyex and nearby ships. Captain Maryster of the Alaska among injured and missing. lifeboat capsizes cause major loss. One drowned, eight injured, others saved by rescue fleet. Anyex praised for rapid response.
Minneapolis A C Townley president of the Nonpacitana League will appeal to the United States Supreme Court the conviction on the charge of conspiracy to violate the Minnesota sedition act. The appeal will stay the nine year fall sentence imposed on Townley and fellow defendant Joseph Gibert as upheld by the State Supreme Court.
Reported in Belgrade and Geneva, a sweeping tax and arrest dispute involves more than 14,000 people facing sizable income taxes and a royal legitimacy case. Alfred and Prince Alexander feature amid a complex feudal struggle. A Swiss plan to link a sea outlet via the Rhine prompts fears and alleged coercive measures across borders.
A garbled report recalls a clergyman and discussions about higher education for women. A published exchange reveals embarrassment and uncertainty as attendees debate conduct and duties, mentioning a former husband and a sensitive social issue.
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