Interstate Commission Declares West Rail Emergency
The Interstate Commerce Commission declares an emergency on railroads west of the Mississippi and extends its priority orders to the region. Service order 21 and 24 require expedited movement of food, fuel, livestock, and perishables and dictate priority for empty car returns. Effective tomorrow, the action notes deteriorating western equipment and confirms prior United Press forecasts.
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Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
Mississippi
Commission
Rayroad
Allis-Chalmers President Challenges Governor on Taxes
Otto Falk of Allis-Chalmers Milwaukee disputes Governor Blaine's claim that the company withholds over 500000 in taxes. He says tax questions will be settled by the state tax commission, arguing goodwill belongs to Delaware and that all due taxes have been paid.
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Associated Press
Milwaukee
Wis
Otto Jr. Falk
Alis-Chalmers! Manufacturing Company
Blaine
Spring Green
Falk
State Tax Commission
Allis-Chalmers Manufacturing
Tax Commission
Wisconsin
Delaware
Slightly Wounded When Shot Twice
Aelitaville Wisconsin AP reports Dr Matheson was shot twice by his wife after a custody dispute. The shooting occurred at a camp near Black River Falls where the couple’s children were staying. A court order had named the husband as guardian and directed Mrs Matheson to yield the children. The wife had left Neillsville with the children two weeks earlier. Authorities planned to accompany the sheriff to serve papers when Matheson arrived. The injuries were described as slight.
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Associated Press
Blark Tiver Palis
Tr Matheson
Mrs Anna Swift Estate Valued At Over Four Million
The probate court approved the inventory of Mrs Anna M Swift widow of the Swift & Co founder. The estate is valued at 4 582 453 dollars.
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Chicago
Anna M. Swift
Swift & Co
Soldier Bonus Bill Offers 3 Plans For World War Vets
The senate amended soldiers' bonus bill would take effect Jan 1 1923 and provide three optional plans for World War veterans not earning more than 50 dollars in adjusted service pay. Cash options exist plus adjusted service certificates payable in 20 years or at death with loan provisions, vocational training aid, and mortgage or farm purchases tied to percentage credits. Payment timing influences total credit from 140 to 160 percent of adjusted service credit. Continued on page S.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Senate
Big margin for Johnson in primary
United Press reports California and national returns as Hiram Johnson leads in the Republican race for United States senator with ample precincts tallied. Other statewide contests show Richardson ahead for governor and Prohibition nominees battling for party nominations amid a complex primary landscape.
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Califi
California
Hiram Johnson
Johnson
CC. Moore
Richardson
Treasuer
Stephens
Othe Republicar
Pues
Thomas J. Wool
Carl W. Riddick
Lewistown
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Helena
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Pray
Anderson
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Staut
Wella
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Wharton Denies Union Head and Board Member Roles
A. O. Wharton, a member of the federal labor board, emphatically denied claims he also served as head of the railroad workers department of the AFL. He stated his reelection as president was ceremonial and did not authorize any leadership role conflicting with his duties on the labor board.
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Associated Press
Chicago
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New York
Mar
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Jabsr
Faust Lumber Company Fire Devastates Antigo Area
A major blaze struck the Faust Lumber Company in Antigo Wisconsin causing about seventy five thousand dollars in damage. Fire crews battled the flames overnight with the origin still undetermined as of early today. The loss includes buildings equipment and stock, with investigators continuing to probe the cause. Local firefighters aided by neighboring jurisdictions battled the fire throughout the night, keeping it from spreading to nearby structures.
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United Pr
Antigo
Wis
Faust Lumber Company
Who Will Be Next Assembly Speaker Thinks Tightly
Rumors in Madison center on A F E Matheson of Janesville as the likely successor to Riley & Young of Darien as speaker. Matheson, unopposed for renomination on the Republican ticket, is seen as the strongest candidate amid Follette Progresives opposition. Ryley Young, who presided as assembly speaker, is championed by the governor for possible lieutenant governor.
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Riley & Young
Darien
A. F E. Matheson
Jaresville
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Follette
Matheson
Ryley Young
Leutenant
Senate approves four billion dollar soldier bonus bill
The Senate passed the Fordney McCumber soldier bonus bill by 47 to 22 and sent it to conference to override the tariff bill. A White House decision looms as opponents and supporters brace for a potential presidential veto. Amendments on land settlement and Allied debt interest are seen as sticking points in conference.
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Associated Fresa
Washington, D. C
Senate
United Press
Washington, D.C
White House
McNary
Simmons
Bonus Won't Hurt Treasury Says Senator Lodge
Massachusetts Senator Lodge declared in the senate that a $4,000,000,000 government expense for a bonus is absurd to claim as an untimely drain. He argued the bill’s cost would not exceed $2,845,659,482, noting veterans are allowed only one option and the figure is misrepresented by opponents.
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United Press
Washingtn
BD. C
Treasury
Senator Lodge
Massachusetts
Senate
Treas
Lodge
Union Official Shot in Sacramento Shop Clash
William Weer, president of the local Federated Shop Irrafis, was shot and killed by a strike breaker at a Sacramento railroad shop. Deholt, an SP employee, confesses to the shooting claiming self defense.
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United Dress
Sacramento
Rail Violence and Strikes Tie Up Midwest Rails
Violence escalates on railways amid shopmen strike with a damaged bridge near Cincinnati near Alton Illinois explosives found on tracks. Four deputy marshals beaten near Sedalia Missouri guarding property. Three men held in Chicago connection with alleged dynamite plot. Freight service disrupted as federal action influences routes from New York to Pacific Northwest.
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Cincinnati
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Sedalia
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Britain accuses Corees of United action in Europe
The dispatch outlines Britain’s charge that Coreés actions affect American interests in Europe. It notes debates over passports and advertising restrictions and mentions responses from Washington. The report references tensions with Britain over sovereignty and recent policy moves toward US vessels and subjects in Europe.
Allied reparations talks deny moratorium for Germany
Paris reports the Allied Reparations Commission unanimously refused to grant a moratorium to Germany amid deadlock over payment terms. French and Belgian officials indicate Germany will not receive relief and may face intensified pressure as negotiations continue.
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United Press
Paris
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AM. du Bose
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Belgium
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Mayener
Geri
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France
England
Paincare
Associated
M Dubois
Commission
Sabotage Not Blamed for Waukesha Train Ditching Says Agent
Milwaukee report quotes Department of Justice agent Stroud saying evidence does not show sabotage caused the Madison Milwaukee train ditching at Waukesha The inquiry into engineer Harry True and fireman Frank Tyrer deaths continues with an inquest planned for next week at Waukesha
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Milwaukee
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Ho Ho Stroud
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Frank Tyrer
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Federal action urged to curb coal profiteering amid shortages
President Harding backs a federal fuel distributor empowered to block interstate shipments to curb soaring prices. The drive targets profiteers as coal supplies strain Wisconsin and other lake states. Governors and federal officials plan rapid meetings to set fair price guidelines and ensure steady deliveries through winter.
Recognition of Auscials May Tie With Supremacy Debate
Washington reports a high level hush gathering as officials discuss possible Sino Soviet and Western re alignments. The article cites a government inquiry on anti inflation and trade, plus pending moves in Mexico and Japan influencing global power dynamics.
Former Mayor Oles Gains Acquittal
Former Mayor Oles was acquitted on charges related to an incident in front of his market. A jury found the testimonies inconsistent about the timing and events, and the defense argued the witnesses could not confirm the same actions.
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Youngstown
Mos
Flo
Witneases
Attempts to Wreck Trains Revealed in Multiple Incidents
Numerous sabotage attempts disrupted rail service from Chicago to Wilmington with dynamite, open switches, and a speeding speeder. At least one man died and several were injured as trains collided or derailed. authorities arrested four men in Gary and investigated explosions near Wilmington and Cincinnati.
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Raitrund Bridge
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Unicago & Alton
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Manslaughter Charge Reported In Local Collision
Aaseulated Press reports Ian Crosse and Wla Martin Peterson were held on a manslaughter charge at Winleholm by a coroner's jury. The death of Miss Peder lumlerten arose from an automobile accident. Evidence was offered at the inquest aiming to prove the person driving the car was intoxicated.
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Pesson
Schooner seized and steamer detained in port finangle
The British three-masted schooner Gamma valued at 286 009 dollars in Scots whisky was seized along with the excursion steamer Smithfield on grounds of customs and prohibition violations. Authorities allege illicit cargo and contraband aboard both vessels.
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Associated Press
New York
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