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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1920
Page
1
Large market moves show aggressive bear pressure easing later as supportive orders enter and aid a partial recovery. News notes heavy trading volume with about 1.1 million shares changing hands, while corn prices in Chicago plunge on weak tone and volatile spreads. Liberty bonds weaken further as rails stumble and traders reassess risk amid renewed selling pressure.
An unclear fragment notes an inquiry into the stock exchange may not occur, mentioning a senator waiters and confund terms about resolutions and the Plath resolution. The readable text is garbled with no clear names, dates, or places to confirm specifics.
The Vic Press reports a new teachers federation formed at Eau Claire after a Tuesday evening meeting. Several faculty members debated and agreed to pursue affiliation with the American Federation of Labor, outlining plans for organized action and broader union ties.
Chicago reports say potato profiteers accused of earning 27 to 30 percent profits face indictments after a grand jury investigation. Potatoes in Chicago area traded as high as three cents per peck while wholesale prices stayed steady. Meanwhile manufacturers observe doubled demand for working clothing at the Sweet factory in Woughkeepsie, with price levels largely unchanged though dealers have raised consumer costs.
Washington D C President Carranza moves toward negotiations with Sonora Revolutionary forces. Generals Alvarado and Pesqueira travel from Mexico City toward the Sonora border to form a peace commission under Finance Minister Luis Cabrera. Meanwhile Sonoran forces push toward Chihuahua with hundreds more troops and artillery en route under General Calles.
Rochester report says James Odell testified he could not recall clearly whether Pearl Odell used a knife as Edward J Kneip was killed after a struggle on the Crosquizg Point road. Odell claimed Kneip grabbed him by the throat while Pearl assisted, and he denied intent to kill. Crowds gathered outside the courtroom as testimony continued.
A ship dispatch reports crews warning of a sinking boat near Trem Heelva Spain. Amid confusion a liaison to Kons was established and a rescue operation began with a distant hope of aid. The hour passed with tense anticipation as efforts continued on Sunday.
The Daily Bulletin reports youths killed in the Butte area during a mine strike clash at the Never Sweat mine. Armed miners clashed with police and deputies, with several wounded and at least three fatally. Army troops were ordered to Montana as tensions rose across the state.
Associated Press reports initial steps in recounting ballots in the Ford Newberry Senate race of 1838. Sergeant at arms Barry and George at arms are to inspect ballots, forward materials to Washington, with Michigan officials coordinating as instructed by federal authorities. Another week is expected to complete the process.
A garbled report notes a 1940s or earlier British concert featuring Strauss and German music in Queen's Hall. Despite OCR errors, it highlights a significant return of German music to Britain with a noted performance and audience interest.
The article outlines Johnson's strong showing in Nebraska and the Midwest, detailing delegate distributions in Kansas Missouri Iowa and related campaigns. It notes Wood and Pershing’s perceived defeats, Wood campaign leadership shifts involving Proctor and Could, and anticipated instructed delegates shaping the race. The report references figures for Wood Johnson and other named figures and party leaders amid the March primaries.
Washington reports the Railway Labor Board heard SI Heberling of the Switchmen's Union of North America demand a 50 percent wage increase plus time and a half for overtime Sundays and holidays. Heberling argued work is more hazardous and has a higher death and accident rate than coal mining.
A dairy wagon incident left a man with a fractured skull after a collision. The driver and operator may face serious injuries and there is concern for his wife’s health as the wagon rolled and medical help arrived.
Reports from Paris and San Remo describe allied leaders clashing over wartime peace terms. Britain and Italy push to modify the Versaille treaty, while France insists on full enforcement. Discussion centers on German occupation of the Ruhr and future policing efforts across European fronts.
Republican leaders back a fourfold levy to raise roughly 1.6 billion dollars for soldier relief. Proposed taxes include stock exchange levies, tobacco taxes, port duties, and income tax at 2 percent on amounts over 5,000. The plan aims to run two years, with broad impact on exchanges and consumers.
Readable segments show war material concealment accusations and French leaders debating terms of the Versailles treaty. The supreme council, Millerand, and political figures discuss replies to Germany, with references to Terence and Allied aims amid incomplete telegraphic correspondence.
Fragmented report shows the High Court of Senate convening on a case involving GN Caillaux and related matters. The text references trial dates, attendees, and legal actions, but details are garbled. Legal officials and named entities appear uncertain due to OCR quality.
A muddled AP item reports Anderson and Irving trapped by a flood on the Savane river in Co. Parti. Andersen and Conwell were carried into the water when the front was swept over an electric plant dam. Conwell drowned. rescues failed as river swelled, leaving one survivor clinging to debris.
Democratic attention centered on the Missouri convention in Joplin where leaders debate whether to name U S Senator Junie Reed among delegates to the San Francisco national gathering. Reed opposes league of nations stance while party leaders seek unity, risking a split if he is dropped from the delegation.
New York grand jury charges Thomas W. Simpkin with first degree murder for shooting Dr James Wright Markee during Sunday service. Police report Simpkin fled from Baltimore to New York, prison transfer to the Tombs expected as he faces arraignment.
A census release shows Racine Wisconsin rising significantly in the past decade with population gains of about 54 percent in one area and 42 percent in another, while Hagerstown and other cities report various increases. The figures reflect broader national growth patterns and notable city-level shifts.
The Molennah Mer factory unit receives a contract from American Sugar T rening company to construct four single sawmills at Central farm in Ost. The project aims to supply saws for the Atletaraa Sugar Treatments region and involves machinery value estimates and installation details.
In Nebraska and Michigan returns shift the lead. Johnson trails Wood and Pershing in early tallies, with party splits showing Neville, Ryan, and Berge leading in various districts. Georgia shows Palmer leading Watson by ten votes for the Democratic convention delegates.
Steamers Harvester and John Bare Lum broke through ice at Whitetivh and entered open water for Duluth yesterday. The Teemons Eaertuc used the Tittle Test Unit to make the season's first turn through heavy ice west of the Soo, reported stuck in an ice field.
Northwestern Nebraska remains in grip of a blizzard with heavy winds and snowfall according to weather bureau reports. Roadways and travel are severely disrupted as the storm intensifies across the region.
A 75 year old man shot a woman and then killed himself in a domestic tragedy. The incident was reported in a terse, uncertain wire service style with limited readable details and unclear surrounding context. Authorities are investigating the motive and exact sequence of events.
A fragmentary report notes unsettled conditions across Wisconsin with light winds and variable temperatures. Forecasters cite possible showers and cooler air moving in from the west, with overnight readings dipping into the 40s in some areas and lingering clouds across central zones.
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