14 Jul 1922
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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1922
Page
1
A powerful storm swept through the city causing floods and downed trees. Fatalities included a man and a woman struck by debris, with several others injured. Cars stalled by water and roof damage reported across boroughs as emergency crews worked to secure areas and assist frightened residents.
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Francis Kluxen 2d, sixteen, on trial for his life in Morristown New Jersey for the murder of eleven year old Janette Lawrence. He testified at length denying threats and outlining his movements on October 6 including work at a wine press, grape handling, and a pony cart drive with Alma Neilson. The defense sought to establish alibi and lack of motive while a dog, Brownie, acted as a witness. The jury proceeded in the case as the defense aimed to cast doubt on the prosecution’s theory.
Federal troops to enforce order amid rail strike turmoil as workers demand justice before returning to work. Senate battles tariff increases on cotton with Republican insurgents opposing Finance Committee moves. FTC proposes breaking Standard Oil monopoly. Debates on liquor sales aboard ships before Attorney General Daugherty. Local storm leaves four dead and many injured. other national notes cover politics, sports, markets, and industry reforms.
Washington July 19 United States and Japan exchange final ratifications bringing into force the Yap Treaty. Hughes representing the United States and Sadao Saburi of the Japanese Embassy announce the convention grants privileges to U S and Japanese citizens on the island of Yap and defines communications and cable access rights.
In Tirania Albania a segment of the population favors restoring Prince William of Wied or elevating a wealthy American or a titled Briton as king. Names floated include the Duke of York and Prince Cyrille of Bulgaria, with several princes living abroad. none are reportedly inclined to accept.
Washington July 13. turmoil in Republican ranks as the Finance Committee’s cotton rate plan collapses under GOP opposition. Fourteen senators refuse to back higher rates, Lenroot of Wisconsin leads the dissent, warning the proposed duties are indefensible. Votes on various yarn grades fail or pass narrowly, signaling broader friction over textile duties and foreshadowing clashes on wool and rail priorities. Five killed and three injured when a Pennsylvania Railroad train strikes an automobile near Hartford City, Indiana.
The Court of Appeals ruled unanimously for New York Central and the City of New York in disputes over title to a seven mile railroad right of way west of Manhattan from Seventy second Street to buoy ton Duyvil. The city sought to reclaim city land used by the railroad, arguing lack of title, while the railroad contended it held good title acquired decades ago. The decision ends years of litigation, confirming the railroad's possession and terminating the city's challenge. Another note reports the War Department will cut Army expenses by about 875 million dollars over the next year, following initial estimates of savings.
Detroit July 12 Ford Motor Co plans a large assembly plant in Mexico to ease U S Mexican tensions. The site will be Baltimore Coahuila with land donated and tax exemption for at least fifteen years. Ford previously suggested invading Mexico with factories to provide jobs and avert war.
President Harding orders federal troops to be held in readiness if state authorities fail to quell strike riots and protect public order. Marshal Hecht plans to request additional deputies today to prevent interference with mail transport and ensure mail security and delivery continue.
Federal authorities move to shield mails as New York Central clerks strike. William C Hecht plans to deploy 600 deputies in the southern district, with 18 of 200 to 400 New Jersey deputies sworn in. Train delays mount on several lines as negotiations proceed and wage cuts linger under labor board directives.
A garbled London report mentions Piccadilly and an American woman in a discussion about gifts or toys related to golf, with unclear details and several fragmented phrases. The text lacks coherent facts, names, or dates to form a clear event summary.
In Dallas on July 13 Governor Pat M. Neff said state troops will not be ordered to protect property of the Missouri Kansas Texas Railroad in Texas at this time after reviewing Secretary Weeks telegram regarding the railroad strike at Denison.
Mayor Hylan appeals to William Randolph Hearst to run or back a candidate for governor, framing it as a bid to liberate the state from corporate control. He urges Hearst to lead a reform movement, highlighting alleged corporate influence and calls for honest elections to ease burdens on ordinary people.
Washington reports President and Secretary Weeks authorize federal troops to protect life and property and keep trains moving if governors fail to enforce order amid strikes. Major General Hines ordered to Denison Texas and similar actions planned nationwide to prevent bloodshed and freight loss.
Weeks responds to the appeal of the M K T receiver and issues a directive to every division commander to prepare for upcoming actions. The statement emphasizes readiness and coordinated steps across units. Officials indicate an organized plan to meet the receiver’s requests and ensure smooth execution.
President Harding authorized federal troops to protect mail roads as trucks and planes prepared to transport the mails if trains ceased operations. Jewell, head of the shopmen strike, demanded full justice before returning to work, while New York deputy marshals may be sworn in to guard railroad property. Missouri National Guard mobilized to Poplar Bluff. disturbances reported in Denison Texas Sherman Texas and Oroville California.
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