25 Jul 1922
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1922
Page
1
Washington indicates urgent government move to limit coal prices and ensure supplies. Hoover announces emergency coal relief program to start within hours and emphasizes distribution of coal produced, with possible local committees and fleet control.
In Washington Senator Wadsworth joins Lenroot in opposing duties on coarse wools. He argues that a 1 percent ad valorem rate or higher on coarse wools cannot be justified. The pair criticize the tariff plan as inconsistent between rich and poor clothing. The woolen industry is vital, yet most coarse wools are not produced domestically.
Spokane police report burglars broke into the Paulsen building Saturday night, opening eighty vaults across six floors and stealing more than $100,000. The incident is described as Spokane’s largest burglary to date.
The War Finance Corporation announced advances totaling 42,000 for agricultural and livestock purposes. State allocations include Iowa 7,000, Minnesota 313,000, and Wisconsin 8,000 with funds directed to farmers to support farming operations.
The Northwestern reports heated calls in Congress and from citizens for immediate recognition of a new Mexican government, while critics accuse officials of suppressing veterans care and mismanaging agrarian reforms. Col Sprague urges President Harding to reevaluate hospitalizations and honor veterans’ service amid policy debates.
United Press reports the Hoover era interstate plan to control coal distribution and prices via the Interstate Commerce Commission. Secretary Hoover outlines termination of existing coal contracts, limits on industry reserves, and potential federal intervention if districts reject the plan.
United Press reports that the General Chairmen of the Brotherhood of Clerks and Freight Handlers agreed to hold up further walkout orders. Strikes by clerks and freight handlers were halted as talks with the railroad labor board proceeded. The board said sympathy actions were suspended while wage increase requests were considered.
Prohibition officers report wives of federal agents joined raids on breweries and distilleries to assuage proprietor suspicions. Seventeen raids reported locally with a large quantity of liquor seized. several arrests to be arraigned on liquor violations.
The coal strike security tightens as industries threaten plant closures and unemployment. Rail and steel sectors anticipate severe curtailments with fuel rationing and transport disruption. officials discuss rail board actions and possible peace talks as embargoes squeeze commodities and train services are reduced. Local unions consider action if armed guards remain in certain lines.
A condensed report on President Hardings meeting and railway labor tensions. Baltimore & Ohio faces potential rejection of hiring changes amid ongoing strike threats. Chicago clerks union seeks guidance from the railway labor board while delaying action. Rangers begin strike duty in Dallas area shops. Governor Kendall mulls protection for nonunion workers. Industry feels the pinch of the rail walkout as business tone sours. New unions to be recognized by the rail board if a majority of actual employees are members.
In Emporia tensions ease as Governor Kam Garrett Allen and Willan White share a stage at the State Normal School. The meet highlights White’s influence and the governor’s praise of his “beat team and heart” in industrial turmoil, while disputes over labor boards spark calls for firmer federal action and legal finality.
A fraud ring selling ads was stopped in Milwaukee after arrests of C F Croke and associates. The group, including Lilael Sas band ball player and Edward Voss, carried counterfeit convention programs and Lahey Anse inserts, cashing checks to themselves. They operated in cities like Washburn Hurley and Pigis Fadle, with samples found torn in a hotel room.
Special to The Northwesterns Marshfleli The Nekovga Tribune, a publication of many years’ stalwarts, has gone out of existence. The Wisconsin Rapids Tribune notes the long publisher’s cost pressures and widespread mergers in northern Wisconsin, predicting more closures unless county tax burdens ease.
The Northwestern line began accepting freight at owner’s risk amid labor unrest, aligning with earlier moves by the Milwaukee & Paul Plared line, which also resumed normal terms after a prior strike. The message notes trains are delayed and the policy echoes other carriers’ adjustments during the dispute.
Madison reports fraternal complaints about curtailment of town services as coal supply concerns ripple through Wisconsin railways. Governor Breda appoints Minnesota fuel administrator to ensure coal for rail and utilities, with officials pledging immediate action to restore essential services and stabilize transit.
Report outlines plans for new railroad unions to be recognized by the labor board. Chairman Toren and leaders discussed the strategy after a meeting with eastern railroad presidents and a conference with President Harding.
Police identify the well dressed man found under a Milwaukee viaduct near the Menomonee River as Edward J. Maelin of Buffalo New York. A bruised forehead and a broken shovel hint at foul play but post mortem results will confirm cause. Captain Martin of Great Lakes Transit was identified. a gold watch and a dollar bill were found on him, questioning robbery theories. A letter bearing a Detroit address and a note about a weapon carrier signaled further investigations.
Reported drownings near Lake Wauhest led to a rescue attempt as locals dragged a man from the water. Klein, fishing with a companion in a tent, was pulled from the soggy scene and later pronounced drowned.
The government moves toward a control program within forty eight hours. Chairman Borah proposes a federal coal commission with members named by the president to study the coal situation and report to ten coal operators. House leaders remain in Washington for further conferences as Secretary Hoover plans steps to ensure fuel supplies and maintain fur prices during the strike. Illinois Acting Governor Sterling aids in brokering adjustments as talks continue in Michigan Iowa and Pennsylvania anthracite regions.
The Interstate Commerce Commission, invoking the Esch-Cummins act, assumes wartime powers to control distribution and prevent profiteering. It orders priority for coal, food, and fuel products, classifies coal cars into three main groups, and directs shortest routes and adjusted rates. The orders take effect tomorrow and void conflicting contracts.
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