Railroad strikes ripple across the nation in 1922 era
Reports from San Francisco indicate a settlement with Southern Pacific firemen returning to work after talks led by President Sproul. Chicago and western rail belts suffer widespread disruption as the big four railroad brotherhoods strike expands, halting Santa Fe Transcontinental service and crippling traffic to northern industrial centers.
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San Francisco
Calif
Chicago
Weet and
Milweat
Brotherhoods
Santa Fe
Union Pacific
Southern Pacifiic
Uness
Indiana
Brotherhood
Elgin
Joliett
Joliet
Louisville & Nashville
Evansville
Tulinota
Illinois Central
Great Deserts
Los Angeles
Sierras
California
California Limited
Bac
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Barotow
William Allen White and Judge Sever Editorial Ties
United Press reports William Allen White resigns as contributing editor of the weekly Magazine amid prohibition debate. Douglas, editor of the magazine, says White and the publishers differ over light wines and beers versus White’s stewed prunes and vinegar analogy. Kansar defends the magazine’s national reach and White’s longtime friendship remains strong.
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United Press
New York
William Allen White
Douglas
Today
the Kensar
White
Finn
Magezine
Fidgee
Grievances of Waymen on St Paul Settled
Agtacisted Prepsy ran notices to his men that their grievances were settled. Mr. Smock stated the road agreed to remove outside contact and prevent disruption. Road officials promised to ensure workers perform duties and avoid strikes at the St Paul site.
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ST. Paul
Smock
Thirteen Crew Members Fined in Iowa Incident
A report by Ga Cron notes that thirteen crew members were fined by the FAA after a drunken incident near an Iowa town. The event involved a group traveling from Waukee to Lansing and prompted a summons of local citizens.
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Waukee
Strangers Linked to Club Crimes in Madison Arson Era
Police in Madison report arrests within hours of a murder at the Balzer farm near Cassell Prairie. Julius Balzer, his brother, and sister were killed with a hammer while Willem Balzer survived after skull injuries. Willian Balzer partially recovered and named suspects before slipping into a coma.
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Madison
Julius Balzer
Cassell Prairie Termes
Willian Balzer
Ralzer
Mewwel
Br A. T. Johnson
Strickgn
United Uresa
Guy
Willem Balzer
Balver Farm
Here
A. T. Johnson
Committee to Reply for Executives Forms Rail Strike Plan
Heads of 14 percent of American roads appoint a committee to draft a reply to President Harding's rail strike settlement proposal. The group, chaired by an ex-officio head, includes Tudre Rober S. Lovett and others. division in support is evident with the eastern side favoring remitting seniority disputes to the Railroad Labor Board.
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Associated Press
New York
Harding
Railroad Board
A Srathway
ofGce
Tudre Rober S. Lovett
Pacific
Haley Biske
Metropolitan Life Insurance
Grand Central Terminal
Fly
Messa. Frem
TS Share
T. Dewitt
United States Railroad Labor Board
Felton
Chicago, Great Western
Western
Explosion in Adriatic holds kills two and leaves five missing
A Whits Star Line Adriatic blast in the coal hold near New York killed two sailors, injured one, and left five missing. The vessel maintained full steam after the explosion, with speed reduced to twelve knots as rescue efforts and a Washington report clarified the incident.
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New York
David
White Star Line
Renin
Brennan
Washington
Eowemiake
Immediate Coal Shipment Ordered to Wisconsin and Westlake
A misspelled dispatch states that 50 000 tons of coal must be shipped immediately to Wisconsin and additional coal to Westlake Michigan docks. Federal Pier Administrator Henry Ho Spences directed the action as the fuel committee approved the telegram.
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Wisconsin
Ascahioted
Madisett
Westlake Michigan
Henrt Ho Spences
Aieed Tod
Bishop Kilzano of the Methodist Episcopal Church Dies
Bishop John C. Kilzano of the Methodist Episcopal Church died at nine this morning after a long illness. He served as a church leader in Prees and was renowned for his longtime ministry and service to the congregation.
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John C. Kilznoof
Coal Situation Report From City Center Meeting
Fragmentary report notes operators at Cherlin center beginning framing of ingredients and preparing to adjourn at Chicago meeting. One operator broke an end joint in Cleveland meeting while others plan to return home to strengthen improvised actions.
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Earnerittees
Cherlin Centercsine
Cleveland
Chisage
Northclifte Fightes With Amazing Will
A fragile portrait of Northclifte fighting spirit amid illness and chaos as Charles McCee reports on a severe throat condition and the strain of public life. The piece hints at personal hardship, medical concerns, and a grim sense of struggle within an urban setting.
Fuel Shortage Grips Nation As Disruptions Rise
A garbled report describes a nationwide fuel crisis with warnings of shortages and potential impacts on mobility and essential services. Officials urge conservation and scheduled deliveries while noting economic strain and public concern.
Mob Murder Menace to Democracy Prompts Outcry
San Francisco workers in Lierrin, New York, face murder threats from rivals who seized their jobs, sparking fears for democracy. Former Attorney General Wiekerstein cites outbursts as signs of organized defiance against law and free government amid labor strife and political calls to uphold constitutional order.
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AL Benaldsen
Lalted Presa Srett
San Francisco
Lierrin
Hieneral Wiekerstein
American Bar Association
Tege
Gerrin
Wickerahom
Chu
Sudden Accident Involving Hazardous Devices Reported
A chaotic incident with hazardous devices occurred near a street corridor. Authorities report multiple injuries and a temporary evacuation as investigators search the scene for cause and responsible parties.
Rail Strike and Service Disruptions Across Regions
Reports describe a nationwide rail strike involving unions in multiple lines causing service suspensions and blockades. A fire at Wabash station delayed operations while a deputy U S marshal was injured examining an engine in a roundhouse. News from various regions highlights widespread delays and protests amid the unrest.
Agreement by powers at Brussels nears accord
Paris Germany will be granted a moratorium until year end and a virtual accord on four reparations points is expected Brussels reports optimistic London says guilt has ceased and a general settlement may be near. Alsace Lorraine commissary announces expulsion notices for 400 undesirables under French retortion and border crossing may occur by Saturday evening.
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Associated Press
Paris
Germany
Havas
Londo
Brussels
London
Havel
Stasburg
Peta
Alsace-Lorraine
Mrs McCormick Unmoved by Ex-Husbands Paris Marriage
Ridge. Mrs Harold F McCormick guardedly accepts news of her former husband Harold McCormick's marriage to Ganna Walska in Paris. The Chicago social figure, living in seclusion since a Switzerland sojourn, did not respond when asked. The engagement had circulated widely before the divorce.
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United Press
Ridge
Harold F. McCormick
Gunna Walska
Paris
Chicago
Switzerland
Harold McCormick
Gann Walska
University Professor Dies After Auto Crash
Professor Axel Berggren of the university dies from injuries after a two-car collision on Middletown road. He was accompanied by Professor G J Larson, who survives with minor injuries. Car driven by Frank Hoover struck Berggren, ejecting him from the vehicle.
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Axel Berggren
Beraggeen
Middieton
College Hills
Frank Hoover
Berggren
Larsen
Hoover
Prominent Wausau Man Ewing Dies at Home
The death of M. D. Ewing, prominent Wausau resident and secretary treasurer and general manager of Wisconsin Valley Electric Co., occurred at his home after illness. He was also active in several paper and pulp mills.
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Ewing
United Press
M. D. Ewing
Wisconsin Valley Electric Company
Tginne
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