22 Jan 1921
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1921
Page
1
Special to The Northwestern reports Washington officials discuss options for repaying Britain’s debt of about 1 billion dollars. U.S. Treasury safeguards require congressional approval before any binding agreement, amid World War era economic disruption and debate over cancellation or settlement plans.
London report says submarine K-3 under Commander John A Gaines went down 100 miles off Land’s End with a full crew of about six officers and fifty men. The loss comes during a training exercise with EK class submarines and the cause is unknown.
Charles Piez former director general of the Emergency Fleet Corporation testified before the House Investigating Committee in Washington denying that Charles M Schwab received any government salary or personal expenses while leading the Fleet Corporation. He also rebutted a voucher claim of 260000 for Schwab’s personal expenses as unfounded and regretted any implication of impropriety.
A devout young Washington woman named Rebecca, late to services, sparked giggles as the pastor read about Rebecca at the well from Genesis. Laughs rippled through the congregation while Rebecca hastened to her pew, blushing and seeking quiet cushions.
Port Huron MIchigan January 24 start date announced for Wills-Tee Motor company near Marine City. Fifteen hundred men will begin work as the plant resumes production in the model city project area.
Elihu Root argues in a letter to Chairman Butler that the United States should not set disarmament terms with other nations before Harding takes office. He says method and timing must wait until the new administration informs itself, then seeks a general agreement, noting Eastern Europe’s unsettled climate and diverse national fears. He cautions against premature proposals that could hinder progress.
Philadelphia leaders urge permanent structures for the world's fair if Philadelphia hosts it in 1926 the 156th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Mayor Moore has named a committee of 190 prominent citizens to study the proposal and reach a decision.
Ottawa Ontario A L Sifton secretary of state is dead. He died of arteriosclerosis after a period of illness.
Senate panels hear Calder bill and minimum wage discussion. Appropriations and Sundry Civil bills move forward. nominations from the President are explored. House committees advance agriculture related appropriations and tariffs. foreign affairs reviews embassy purchases and passport controls. military and diplomacy appropriations panels sift budget needs. judiciary weighs a bill on firms in Chinese trade.
Texas wrestler Dick Daviscourt was defeated by Ed Strangler Lewis in a championship bout lasting one hour and twenty minutes. Daviscourt was carried from the mat semi conscious after Lewis locked in a series of head locks. Daviscourt is confined to bed with a dislocated vertebra.
Dublin reports Ramon de Valera has resumed full control of the Irish republican government. He consults daily with Sinn Fein leaders, endures British reprisals, and moves operation from the streets of Dublin with his cabinet. He vows self determination and enduring independence in a message to the nation.
The Episcopal diocesan council opens Tuesday at 9 am in St. Paul’s cathedral Fond du Lac with 4 solemn high masses. Bishop R H Waller will celebrate assisted by Mev G Carlton Stary Rev E Croft Gear Rev F M Barrett. Lunch for delegates follows. W L Jaffe named choir master succeeding Father Nikel.
San Francisco news reports Jack Kearns manager of Jack Dempsey says the $50,000 forfeit bond for the Carpentier Dempsey fight was always in the bank. He alleges Han McKettrick and others knew the location and the safe deposit box copy was only a duplicate. The real bond was posted in early November and remained with the bank.
The Nebraska state Senate rejected a motion to abolish capital punishment by a 20 to 7 vote. The decision cited the current national crime wave and the tax impact of implementing a replacement. Governor and lawmakers weighed public safety and legal costs in the debate.
Gogebic County reports seven additional purebred Holstein cows added to local herds. The animals range in value from 275 to 400 dollars each, as assessed by the county agricultural agent after inspection by rural officials and local farmers. Earlier a shipment of purebred cattle worth several thousand dollars was moved to Gogebic County following farm visits by Wisconsin farmers and officials.
Washington reports from the House Appropriations Committee say drastic tax reductions are unlikely in the coming year due to a continuing deficit. Total appropriations for next year are not expected to fall below 3 billion dollars, with bills reported showing mixed changes and only modest potential for overall decreases.
Col Cromwell Starry explains a unified system creating two National Guard divisions, one regular army division, and two reserve divisions in the Sixth corps area including Wisconsin Michigan and Illinois. Encampment at Camp Douglas starts July 15 with units moving between Camp Grant and Fort Weonglas for artillery practice.
Ralph C. Busser American consul at Corunna Spain cables that emigration from Spain has practically ceased due to unemployment. The note from the department of commerce cites economic conditions as the main reason for fewer Spaniards leaving the country.
Roland S Morris cites Japan's fear of California laws classifying aliens by citizenship eligibility and extending impact to property and personal rights. Baron Shidehara notes Japan seeks no extra rights beyond those given to other aliens and urges careful treaty considerations.
Associated Press reports that Martens left New York aboard a Stockholm bound steamer for Gothenburg, Sweden, in a formal deportation by the U S government as an undesirable. Crowds of friends witnessed the farewell at the docks as Martens opted to travel like any other passenger rather than take special accommodations.
In Laurel Mississippi rumors of a wild man subsided with the discovery of an aged white man named Albert Parsons a long white beard a woman believed to be his wife and a year old child wandering near Lux. They were taken to the county jail in Evansville after being found by Sheriff Welsh. The trio had lived in a tumbledown riverbank cabin and subsisted on roots and game until high water forced them away. The man and woman wore tatters and the child was naked. The man is about 70 years old.
Governor Blaine will name successors to at least four major state offices including the railroad conservation and board of control. Miss Maud Neprud seeks a second term on the board of control while James Nevin and John Alien face expiration dates in February. potential successor names include Charles Rosa for Haugen and others awaited by week’s end.
Chicago officials announce that ignorance of Landis era regulations will not excuse violations by players owners or league officials. A pamphlet detailing agreements contracts including Landis terms will be published and distributed to players clubs newspapers and inquiries.
The Wisconsin Master Plumbers association reelected officers: FID Brandon president, Joseph Brah vice president, ERH Gragaler treasurer, Jacob Zimmerman secretary. Delegates named: VW Hans and George F Neeke to the national convention in New Orleans next June. The convention is set for Grand Rapids next fall.
Washington D C The twenty eighth messenger to arrive with the state electoral vote was Max Sell of Florence Wis He carried the Wisconsin vote The electoral votes of the various states will be canvassed at a joint session of the senate and house on Feb 9.
Judge Burnell imposed thirty years hard labor with solitary confinement on Edward Rogers Charles Turner and James King for assault with intent to kill and to rob in the Exchange Bank of Oshkosh holdup and shooting of John E. Glatz. Sentences follow jury verdicts after motions for a new trial were denied. defendants to be moved to Waupun penitentiary after remaining in county jail.
Night forecast shows cooler conditions in western and northern portions of Wisconsin Geneva. Weather note lists time as 1 PM though details are incomplete.
Houston based Fox Oil and Coastal Crude announce a 50 cent price reduction bringing coastal crude to $2 per barrel. The move signals tighter market conditions and aims to attract buyers along the Gulf coast.
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