11 May 1922
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1922
Page
1
A series of storms caused unroofed buildings and scattered debris across Demet Colorado and neighboring towns. Tornadoes and floods left several injured and widespread property damage, with families missing and crews assessing ruined homes and infrastructure.
London reports on failed Dail Eireann peace talks aiming at a basis for settlement amid Irish unrest. Despite cautious hope for a peaceable arrangement, British public opinion shows impatience and discouragement as Commons debates and Dublin dispatches reflect concern over Ireland’s state.
Washington Senate leaders reopen debate on tariff legislation amid legislative gridlock. From United Press. Democrats press the tariff inch by inch while urgency grows to pass army and ways appropriation bills by July 1. Jam in Congress continues as lawmakers struggle to move the tariff program.
President Harding signed a joint resolution extending the three percent immigration cap for two years. The law restricts immigration to three percent of the number of foreigners already in the United States.
A Los Angeles story reports the Writers League appeal to Hays after alleged misuses of scenario writing by schools and industry figures. The piece cites claims of improper credit and financial schemes affecting many prominent movie professionals and the broader film industry.
Courthouse, Waukegan, AL Fred C Mortimer states attorney opened the case against Gov Jen Small. Indictment charges conspiracy to cheat Elmora of about 1 0 00 to £ 200000. Others named include Sterling Vernon Cullis Grant Park bank cashier Edward Curtin. Mortimer says Small and Sterling conspired to set up a safe account to siphon state funds. Edward Brundage, attorney general, leads prosecution.
A new proposal from Stern Consulting Engineer and Baltimore manufacturer outlines government operation of the Muscle Shoals nitrate plant in Alabama. The offer covers taking over properties for 25 or 50 years, finishing the plant at government cost, and repaying expenditures at 2 percent annually with power used to manufacture fertilizers and other feasible products.
Rep. Woodruff of Michigan vowed to filibuster a House resolution for a war fraud investigation if leaders do not bring it to a vote within days. He warned he would mobilize a filibuster team and fight all summer if needed, saying the country deserves action and accountability.
Municipal ownership moves toward control of Detroit streetcar lines as Mayor James Couzens touts a wider, cheaper transit network. The report notes the system spans 64 miles with 1450 cars and an estimated value of around 100 million dollars, aiming to curb fares and improve service. In other items, a canoeing accident on the Rainy River near International Falls ends in three drownings as two boys and a girl perish when the craft capsizes.
Ten crew members of the tug Annie Mollen were rescued by a rope ladder after collision with the tramp Hutchinson off Tarhmoo Park. The Hutchinson suffered damage and the incident occurred shortly after impact, with all hands accounted for within minutes.
Judge Scanlon refused habeas corpus writs for Cornelius Shea and John Lafferty labor leaders linked to a string of labor bombings and two policemen’ s deaths in Chicago. He cited wartime conditions and ordered hearings postponed to Saturday, noting the city faces extreme lawlessness and organized violence.
An Interstate Commerce Commission report states government payments to the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway for earnings guarantees will run about 4 million dollars each month for the first six months after transitioning from government ownership to private operation. The total government liability for the six months reaches 22,011,848 with most sums already disbursed, marking the largest single installment under the agreement. Negotiations continue between the Milwaukee roads and the commission for a fair settlement as the bulk of liability is tied to the earnings guarantee.
County meetings across Wisconsin discuss the Independent Republican convention in Milwaukee, plan endorsements and female participation, and aim to unite delegates for the Taft Pollette faction. George Skogmo notes reports trend toward organized conferences and aimed voter support.
Debate and honors mark a joint America Japan banquet where Secretary Dean’s remarks praise the delegation. Wording hints at wartime context and diplomatic gestures with references to Washington and prominent attendees.
The War Department outlines a summer program to reorganize and train the Regular Army. Aimed at improving efficiency, the plan calls for new officer and enlisted preparations and faster mobilization readiness.
A court ruling by Judge Stevens rejects a dramatic appeal involving a contested matter. The piece references arguments over compensation and employment duties, with unclear names and locations due to OCR errors but centers on a judicial decision and its implications.
Reported by United itaan, the Portuguese flyers restart their voyage after a lengthy interruption. The text suggests a plan toward Paul vers with a damaged machine early and a return to Ferngnen Nororha before proceeding to Brazil, with their flight originally begun over a month ago.
The champion Dempsey praises England and London as the city of smiling pretty girls. He recounts his ambitions fulfilled by meeting royalty, marvels at London’s allure, and notes the warm reception from the London girls while contrasting his American roots.
Moscow prepared reply to the allied memo on Italy's note. The Russian side said the note includes imentative points and calls for a new special commission to continue negotiations after the next conference meeting.
An Ann Arbor report details freshman student Toaslyn Van Tyne who refused to wear a cap. He was abducted at night near a creek, hair clipped, hands tied, four miles from the town. Prof Claude Van Pyne of the university aids inquiry as student council denies involvement.
An alleged attempt by striking tailors to scare employees of a Milwaukee tailoring company involved stones thrown at homes. An automobile chase with police ended in the arrest of Sam Palay, a striking tailor. Shots were fired during the pursuit and a tire was punctured before a police sergeant commandeered a passing car to stop the fleeing vehicle Palay was held without charge.
The Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America voted to form a million dollar company to exploit a Russian government concession for operating clothing and textile factories. The plan creates a cooperative where earnings above 10 percent fund expansion of the venture led by Aldnes Hilman.
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