Advisers Push Plan for America in League of Nations
Washington sources report cabinet members urge boosting foreign trade by American entry into a modified league of nations. Hoover Mellon Hughes and business leaders favored securing debt and expanding securities abroad. Rene Viviani sails to discuss U S stance with President Harding ahead of possible league involvement.
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Bandit Killed by Watchman and City Explosion
A bandit was killed by a watchman at the Adjer Packing company offices in Chienzo. An explosion destroyed a house, killing Mrs Frances Schirmer. A bomb in the new 10 district injured two and damaged several residences.
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Railroads Accused of Publicity Campaign Against Unions
Frank Walsh, attorney for the unions, accused railroads of paying publicity to influence public opinion, arguing the railway labor board lacked power to enforce its decrees. He questioned T DeWitt Cuyler on articles allegedly written by Ivy Lee, and cited past publicity about union salaries to illustrate tactics.
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Philipp Challenges Blaine Finances as Unjustified
Former Wisconsin Governor E L Philipp told a Milwaukee women's group that Governor Blaine's financial message is not justified. He said the state is not bankrupt and revenues will cover activities, noting concerns stem from inexperience and temporary shortfalls rather than real danger. He added finances are healthy with current expenses paid to Jan 1 and adequate income to meet liabilities.
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Noted humorist dies of pneumonia in Chicago
R. L. Taylor known as B. L. T. died today of pneumonia in Chicago. He edited the Line o Type or Two in the Tribune for fifteen years and was regarded as the dean of column conductors. Survived by widow and two children Barbara and Alva.
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Chicago Ward Boys Form Court To Curb Truancy
In Chicago's Nineteenth Ward, local youths formed a boys court to curb truancy and behavior. Frank Lane 12 acts as judge, with Prosecuting Attorney Willie Palermo and assistants overseeing cases including theft. Judge Williams teaches court conduct as Nora Doran, school principal, backs self governance and probation for timely school return.
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Spokane Residents Propose Lincoln State With Ten Counties
Spokane Washington Northern Idaho residents push formation of the state of Lincoln by uniting ten counties of north Idaho with parts of western Montana and eastern Washington. They plan a fund for propaganda as the Idaho legislature previously favored the plan, with Spokane named as the capital.
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State Senate Advances Burke Resolution on States Rights
Madison The senate sent the Burke resolution requesting Congress to call a convention to propose a constitutional amendment guaranteeing state rights in a move against federal encroachment. The measure frames the national government as destroying self government and the republic’s foundations. The upper house also advanced the industrial permission bill.
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Hoover outlines steps to aid farmer with businessmen
Secretary Hoover and leaders of the United States Chamber of Commerce discussed measures President Harling is studying to assist farmers. Proposals include an embargo on wool, meat, wheat imports. immediate tariff legislation. anti dumping laws plus higher tariffs. He urged expanding European credits via the war finance corporation to promote foreign trade.
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Former Wisconsin Woman Acquitted of Murder Charge
Mrs Maude Maier, a Wisconsin woman, is acquitted of first degree murder by a jury in Judge Pearsons court. The sealed verdict from a one woman eleven men panel was delivered after late last night. She claimed she shot her husband Peter J Miller on January 20 thinking him a burglar. She was reared at Tomahawk Wis.
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Cleveland
Maude Maier
Pearson
Export duty to be put on wheat from Argentina
President Irigoyen announced that wheat exports this year will not face an additional export tax. An accord between local exporters and the government sets weekly minimum prices for Argentine wheat, amid market uncertainty over possible extra levies after last year’s sudden tax.
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Devil Motive Named in Leroy Lovett Killing Case
Virgil Decker, 18, confessed to killing Leroy Lovett, 10, near Attwater, Indiana. Officials plan a special grand jury to probe motives and possible accomplices. Decker’s mother conveyed the confession after lengthy police questioning.
Soo Asks Authority to Buy Wisconsin and Northern Railway
The Minneapolis, St. Paul and Sault Ste. Marie Railway asked the Interstate Commerce Commission in May for authority to buy the Wisconsin and Northern Railway, a 132 mile line. The filing said the line serves a district with heavy traffic but cannot market its product on its own. traffic must route over connecting lines and is subject to two local rates. The company warned the situation creates a serious handicap and that capital will not invest under such terms.
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Wisconsin & Northern Railway
Government uses old three cent stamped envelopes
The Post Office Department repurposes surplus three cent stamped envelopes from wartime stock. It retrieved them from printers, imprinted a penalty warning across the stamps, and now uses them for official correspondence as a measure of economy.
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Jury Finds Defendants Vindicated in Lasts Andrews Case
In the trial of Alfred Last as guardian ad litem for infant Lucille Last against Dr. Neil Andrews, the jury returned a verdict for the defendant after a brief deliberation. The court later read the verdict stating Dr Andrews was not the driver of the vehicle involved in the Jackson street crash on September 8. Attorney Joan Kinwin praised the vindication and hinted at possible defamation action if statements persist. Attorney M H Eaton could not confirm further action for the plaintiff at this time.
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Stillman Faces Extended Stay in Divorce Cash Dispute
New York lawyers won a stay of proceedings in James A. Stillman and Mrs. Potter Stillman divorce case to block testimony on his finances. If he takes the stand he could face questions on income and living standards including ties with Florence Leeds. Mrs Leeds and her infant son reportedly in Miami at a friend’s cottage. Stillman’s yacht Modesty nearby. A hearing on alimony and counsel fees is planned before Justice Morehauser in White Plains. Public belief growing that Stillman may resign as president of National City Bank, earning $100000 yearly.
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Four Children Perish in House Fire Tragedy
Four young children of John Andrews suffocated in their beds during a nighttime fire. Neighbors forced entry and carried out the bodies as authorities investigated the blaze and the family’s absence of guardians.
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Seah Ste. Marie
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Japan Will Stand Firm on Yap Mandate
Viscount Uchida, Japan's foreign minister, tells a committee that Japan will uphold its rights under the Yap mandate and will use all means to block anti Japanese legislation. He denies knowledge of charges against John F Stevens and cautions against spreading anti Japanese sentiment beyond California.
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Detroit union letter defends Soviet recognition stance
The Detroit Federation letters criticize Samuel Gompers and urge compensation from the Russian Soviet government for Detroit leaders who advocate recognition. The missive argues the Soviet regime has a strong mandate, disputes Gompers on exports, and claims renewed trade could ease American unemployment amid Detroit’s open shop employers.
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Northwestern plans wage reductions across unskilled workers
The Chicago and North Western railway said it conferred with representatives of its 10 000 unskilled employees about wage cuts and would hold another meeting next week. The proposal suggests reductions tied to declines in the cost of living and wage trends in other industries, varying by locality.
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Debating Allied Debt and Tariff Tangle Or Congress
Special to The Northwestern surveys growing public and congressional interest in canceling or funding Allied debt and ties it to tariff policy. It notes President Harding’s cabinet focus on the United States and upcoming budget debates as lawmakers consider payment of interest on billions borrowed and protectionist pressures.
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