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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1920
Page
17
A fragmented note recalls how American women entered politics around 1940, noting that prior years saw male dominance in party structures and public life. It references the rise of women leaders and shifts in political engagement, hinting at broader societal changes.
Uniontown Pennsylvania June 11 A report that Grover Cleveland Bergdoll and his brother Erwin, both wanted for draft evasion, were captured in the Maryland mountains southeast of here sparked excitement. Federal agents believed they were en route East in custody, with sightings of a man and a woman at Summit Hotel and rumors of a disguise. Federal officers later said no arrest confirmed. Denison Texas issued alerts, while a Philadelphia grand jury began proceedings to indict civilians tied to the Bergdoll escape.
Two eight year old boys were killed when a clay bank at a brick company site near Twenty first and Jackson streets collapsed. Neighbors and police freed the bodies as crowds gathered, children had been playing on the overhang. Victims identified as Eastern Stalladett and Charles Deiter.
Argentina prepares to export butter to nations beyond England as the British pact expired December 1, 1919. Unfavorable exchange rates and currency issues hinder postwar trade. In 1919 Argentina shipped 421,804 cans of butter to the United Kingdom from leading dairies, with sizable exports from the Fuensanta region.
Availability of quick assets dwindled as bonds depreciated forcing a shift to mortgages. The real estate liens were realized for far more than securities sales, with mortgages paid at par through Title Guarantee and Trust Co.
The Elwell murder case deepens in mystery as details emerge of a silent hours sequence after 2 am. Elwell dined at the Ritz Carlton Roof with Walter Lewisohn and Miss Viola Bister, then walked west before disappearing. Authorities note Elwell guarded vast wealth from racing and Wall Street, with friends and club members recalling lavish lifestyle and large estates. Mrs. Florence Irwin, Elwell’s wife, now interviewed by police, outlines a fortune including real estate, royalties, and country homes, while investigators weigh suicide versus foul play.
Edwards campaign managers reported Florida primary results show twelve Edwards delegates. They claimed McAllen delegates appeared as Edwards supporters but were not elected. They also anticipated Utah delegates to back Edwards in the Monday caucus.
A local notice records thefts near San Mateo California where three bales of hay were taken and a 900 pound calf was stolen from Henry Hisnig’s ranch. The neighbor Barron found the notice nailed to his barn door describing the acts and the animals involved.
Nathan Straus renews offer to turn over his milk laboratory and equipment to New York City to run pasteurized milk for poor babies. Health officials cite Civil Service hurdles. plan to abandon milk stations by September 1. Straus says transfer would allow home pasteurization education and continues his 27 year Milk Station initiative.
Four men aboard the army transport Mount Vernon reportedly killed themselves after a propeller incident off the Virginia coast. Slovak Legation and American Red Cross were alerted. Nurses around Norfolk mobilize to meet the vessel. 4000 Slovak troops, 260 women and children, and 200 German prisoners are aboard under U.S. guard. ship bound for Norfolk with morale concerns after a monotonous voyage from Vladivostok.
UBALDSBURG Calif June 1 The organization of county school teachers has perfected a publicity drive under the guidance of an expert advertising man to persuade residents of the benefits of paying adequate salaries and improving school conditions.
Immigration Service agent Augustus P. Schell said the Martens case, Russia's Bolshevik representative, will likely finish Thursday. Proceedings paused as Martens's counsel sought to prove he represented the de facto government, a point Schell dismissed as irrelevant. The inquiry will focus on whether Martens acted as an agitator against American institutions and whether he falls under the October 16, 1918 act.
Floyd Lord faced night court for disorderly conduct after saying hello to Susan McClusky near Broadway and Forty eighth Street. Susan testified she laughed and walked away as patrolman Ryan intervened. Magistrate Frothingham fined Lord ten dollars or two days in the workhouse, while Lord’s friend received a $40 fine.
A barber and a longshoreman met over a strike dispute on East Fifteenth Street. The longshoreman Lewis Viscopo was killed by a knife and gunshot after an argument with Carlo Caracciolo, who returned to work during the strike. Caracciolo was arrested after being tracked by Viscopo’s son, Tony Viscone, who recovered a revolver.
The State Bank of 976 Grand Street rewarded messenger Beyer $800 after he refused to surrender a satchel holding $5,000 during a May 21 bandit attack. The National Surety Company joined the bank in presenting the reward. Beyer, formerly with the New York Police, was severely beaten and spent two weeks in New York Hospital. a bullet lodged in his coat pocket. He is married with two children.
Revenue agents acted in the cite yesterday arresting eight alleged dry violators. Isidor Eistein lured a Brooklyn bartender into letting him drink, leading to an arrest at 1425 King Highway. The Criterion Cafe at 289 East 6th Street in the Bronx, owned by Billy Gibson, was visited along with other places. Beiswenger and a bartender were arrested as gallons of wine and whisky were seized. A bartender was arrested at 100th Street and Columbus Avenue, and William Dons of 10 Sixth Avenue was taken for possessing forty cases of whisky. Henry Goldenhor and Tobias Breitzer were held after discovery of alcohol possession.
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