Congress’s Oil Leasing Policy in 1920 Debate
The New York Times argues that congressional approvals in 1920 for naval oil reserves and related leases were deliberate and bipartisan. It contends recent outcry is post hoc, that the policy followed conservation aims and navy needs, while noting possible legal challenges over lease terms and executive action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Congressional
Smoot
Secretary of the Navy
Naval Reserve
Senator Walsh
Mr. Doheny
Doheny Companies
California
Sinclair
Wyoming
Congress
Harding
Interior Department
Navy
New York Times
Promises to Aid Farmers in Troubled Times
Congress faces a heavy workload as Congress convenes in December. The President pushes tax relief while progressives press railroad reforms and the World Court issue lingers. Graft investigations dominate attention, diverting focus from farming woes amid political controversy and public disinterest in foreign issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Harding
Senate
Washington
Graft Dominates Congress Says Lincoln Nebraska Journal
The Lincoln Nebraska Journal laments graft in Washington and criticizes slow tax reform while noting inaction in transportation foreign policy and agricultural relief as rural banks fail. It argues Congress should address multiple public matters simultaneously.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wahington
Congress
Lincoln
Coolidge Stands Firm on Teapot Dome Case Action
Boston Transcript applauds President Coolidge for acting with dignity and dispatch in the Teapot Dome matter. It notes the president will not usurp judicial functions or prejudge criminal guilt, preserving the separation of powers and public welfare.
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President Coolidge
Teapot Dome
Congress
Coolidge
Boston Transcript
Questioning McAdoo's Ethics Amid Oil Lease Scandal
A Camas Washington Post excerpt notes Democrats debate McAdoo after the oil lease scandal. An office boy asks why he resigned from Doheny if his hands were clean, and questions ethics of taking money while his father-in-law was president.
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McAdoo
Doheny
Jeff
Matt
Camas
Wash
Lyric Snippet Mentioning Tax Relief Note to Europe
A fragment referencing a lyric about tax burdens and a plea to remit to Europe. The text mentions F. Vanderla and cites the Philadelphia North American. It presents as a literary or epistolary line rather than a news item with clear event details.
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St. Louis
Europe
Revised Version And Doheny Spells It McAdieu
In Lafayette Indiana the Journal notes a playful spelling shift as Doheny uses McAdieu to mark a stylistic turn in the name. The item highlights local language flair and community idiosyncrasy.
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Doheny
McAdieu
Lafayette (Ind
Probate Petition Filed For Estel la F Gregg Estate
In Polk County Nebraska a petition for probate of the last will and testament of Estel la F Gregg has been filed. Hr Campbell is named administrator with will annexed. Hearing set for March 7 1924 at 9 00 AM by county judge F H Ball seal dated February 11 1924.
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Polk County
Nebraska
Estella F. Gregg
State OF
Hr. H. Campbell
F. H. Ball
Produce Price List at Duncan Produce Co Osceola
A 2011 notice lists price points for poultry eggs and fresh produce offered by Duncan Produce Co located in the Meridian Garage Building on the north side of Osceola. The brief item notes available items and general market pricing.
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Duncan Produce Co
Meridian Garage
Northside
Osceola
Road Mutterings and Auto Jests from Uncle Heck
A collage of wry observations and epitaphs about driving life, horns, and modern myths. Uncle Heck riffs on manners behind the wheel while quips about road hazards, old town nostalgia, and humorous death notices punctuate the piece.
Echoes of the News on Politics and Society
A collection of editorial observations criticizes political figures on taxation and governance, notes shifts in public interest, and questions the reform of officials. It discusses alcohol laws for drivers, Canada U S investment, a Seattle fire incident, and the rising use of autos for farm business and the growing role of media and technology in society.
Rag Doll Seed Corn Tester Described For Field Use
Farm notes describe slicing ear mustin into 16 by 48 inch strips to form divisions for corn kernel testing. After folding and rolling the cloth tester tight, kernels are kept in place during lukewarm water soak and 3 to 4 hours rest. The test apparatus is then set to evaporate water slowly with the tester kept warm, covered by sacks or wet cloths. Osceola Nebr March 4 1924 Polk County Commission proceedings list numerous local expenditures and salaries with payments approved and a motion to purchase heavy tractors and graders for county use. The board adjourned to meet March 5 1924.
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H. L. Hoffer
S. H. Cook
Homer Phelps
Allan Barr
Albert Wood
James Bradley
L. J. Crouse
Roy C. Johnson
York Eee
Carson Auto Co
Manhattan Oil Co
H. J. van Vinck
Geo. E. Campbell
O. F. Branting & Sons
Dalby
J. S. Curren
John Sjoblom
Lohlala
Wickberg Auto Co
Nash Vriesena Auto Co
Carl J. Lind
Patrolman and Cash
Martin A. Dahlin
Same
Servile Auto Co
Harvey Lind
Sundberg & Son
Rubber Products Co
Hedstrom
Nash Vriesene Auto Co
Sonia Eee Sealy
Alvin J. Johnson
Rystrom Co
Ham Bschler
Frank Dunning
Craven Lumber Co
Lincoln Stamp & Seal Co
David City Concrete Co
Wilber I. Hotchkiss
Westring
Holt
Lind
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Oschola Record
P. K Douglas
R. G. Douglas
Polk Co
Nebr
Gress
F. Vanderla
Philadelpha North American
Harry D. Landis
Seward
Nebras
Kan
Hell
Uncle Heck
Percival Sapp
William Blake
William Raines
William Jay
Pen Higgins
Tag Davey
ATCM
King Tut
Fall
Marshall
Tom
America
United States
Canada
Fredrick Williams Taylor
Bank of Montreal
Seattle
Uncle Sam
Board of County Commissioners
General Fund
Sarah E. LeMar
W. Roy van Hoosen
Ruth Glasser
Glary Mirage
Naoma Pike
Grace Pheasant Johnston
Son and Anderson
D. Huston
Mirage
J. A. Albin
A. W. Lewis
Polk County Farm Bureau
Nebraska Gas & Electric Co
U. P. Railroad Co
Durant
W, Qo, Johnson Co
Watkins
Jan
O. S. Anderson
Lar- Manhattan Oil Co
Maseler Drug Co
ECS
J. I. Leibee
Arnold K. Crow
Lincoln State Hospital
Frank Bernt
Omaha School Supply Co
St. Paul Book & Sta. Co., Sup
M. Dalby
Watkins O
Mothers
Pension
Fuld
Minnie G. Weeden
Elizabeth Rudeen
Mary McCumber
Mabel A. Olson
Margaret Fillinger
Wretta Kelly
W. F. Brandt
J. W. Fillman
Wheeler Lumber Bridge & Supply Co
Jesse Cook
Croisant
G. Oesterreicher
Henry Chase
G. W. Chase
Pecce Con Concascoours
Andrew Myrberg
Archie Myrberg
L. I. Seymour
Herman Larson
Leslie Graves
Charles Larson
Fritz Johnson
Calvert & Mfg. Co
Tepauts Co
John Stohl
State Hiway Fund
Osman Tire & Service Station
Stromsburg, Nebr
Rvie
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Osceola Bank
the Community Club of
Anderson Merc. Co
W. O. Johnson Co
Osceola Produce Co
Ile
A.A. Beatty
The
Osceola, Nebr
de Laval
Buttes
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