May Amend Trust Act Three Bills Offered
Washington May 20 Congressmen introduce bills to amend the Sherman anti trust law to modify the Standard Oil decision. Senators Jones Culberson back proposed changes while assessing Justice Harlans ruling and the Supreme Court's use of the word unreasonable. Debate centers on whether the decision protects the people or endangers legitimate industries.
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Women in Boxing Bout Faces Police Intervention
Milwaukee reporting that police threatened to halt a wrestling bout featuring two women connected to a Walter Mueller versus Harry Faust match. Society women objected as detrimental to public morals, officers stationed at ringside ready to stop if the women advanced. The Cleveland and Boston participants had their husbands with them, while promoters insisted the bout would proceed.
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Dietz Made Big Money From Jail Tour News
Milwaukee reports Sheriff F L Clark and Undersheriff J C French transported John Dietz to Waupun where crowds gathered for a glimpse. Dietz described the prison grounds as a fine home and faced unceremonious intake after surrendering valuables. He amassed substantial cash from January to May before trial, with daily receipts averaging large sums, while Dietz claimed others sent sizable remittances and the Dietz family carried about 15000 in currency and drafts upon leaving Hayward.
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Court actions likely after county board audit dispute
A Wisconsin special from Manitowoc reports probable court actions following the county board meeting over a $1,000 Audit & Bond Co. audit contract. Four majority-signed committee members may sue for damages for retractions while opponents seek to block payment. minority claims two lower bids exist and the St Louis firm's award was unwarranted. A sharp floor fight marked the session with heated exchanges.
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Relief From Heat Wave Expands Across Regions
The Weather Bureau forecasts relief from the heat wave soon across the nation east of the Mississippi. Tonight the lake region and Ohio Mississippi valleys will feel cooler as will the mid Atlantic and south east states by Sunday evening. Unsettled weather with showers and thunderstorms will bring cooler temperatures to the eastern area within 36 hours. Frost was reported in Wyoming and western Colorado as the heat moves eastward.
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Fighting in Morocco Leaves French Camp in Beni Hatsen Bloodshed
Associated Press dispatch from Elknitrg Morocco reports Beni Hatsen tribesmen attacking a French camp but being repulsed after a fierce engagement. A French colonial captain was killed. Additional war ministry notes from Paris on May 20 confirm a May 16 clash near Debdou east of Fez, about forty miles from the Algerian frontier, with one French officer and twenty seven men killed and another officer and six privates wounded.
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Illinois General Assembly Adjourns After Long Session
The Forty-Seventh Illinois General Assembly adjourned at 7 this morning after an all day and night session. Members recess until noon on Wednesday May 31 to receive governor Deneen's messages on bills. The adjournment doubles the executive review time to ten days.
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Big Lumber Yard Burns in Carthage Week End
A massive fire swept the largest lumber yard in Hancock County at dawn, ignited by a spark from Ligke Janes Meavy. Lightning struck the yard at 9 A.M., destroying the facility and causing extensive material loss. Local fire crews battled the blaze but the structure and stock were destroyed. Damages are estimated high, with investigations ongoing by Carthage authorities.
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Cox Freed After Quashed Perjury Indictment
Cincinnati Ohio May 20 Actions to quash the perjury indictment against Gorge B Cox banker and Republican political leader were granted by Judge William T Dickson The court ruled the indictment defective in substance freeing Cox from the indictment and from possible reindictment on the same charges by any future grand jury
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Emperor Wil Ham Leaves London Amid Indictment Debate
London reports a legal dispute over grand jury testimony affecting charges against Cox. Judge Dickson rules that compelling Cox to testify in 1906 violated his constitutional rights, freeing him from present indictments. The case centers on whether earlier grand jury actions can support new charges. The emperor and empress depart London as investigations continue.
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Indictment Details Alleged Bounty Payments to Gibson
The indictment alleges Gibson received 48500 dollars from Green and 11500 dollars from French while serving as bounty treasurer. The charges outline receipt of funds and related misappropriation within the treasury.
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Treaty text mailed on arbitration proposal to US Britain France
Paris May 20 The French ambassador S J Jusserand forwards by mail the American text of the proposed arbitration treaty between the United States and Great Britain and France submitted by Secretary of State. France expresses gratification at sharing arbitration with England and urges rapid consideration. Socialists led by Jean Jaurès support the move, awaiting government approval and broad backing.
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High Water Means Boom on Menominee River Drive
Marinette reports the main river drive to ship logs from the Menominee timber area starts tomorrow after heavy rains swelled flows. Crews departed for headquarters as drives on tributaries go out. More logs will reach Marinette and Menominee this year, signaling a prosperous swing season. logs held for six years may finally be brought out.
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Fatal Auto Crash Claims Young Girl on Ocean Boulevard
Associated Press reports a late night auto collision on Ocean Boulevard killed twelve year old Jesnerie Ieitirath and seriously injured Elsie Fulda. A party of unidentified joy riders fled the scene after the driver allegedly sped away. Efforts to save the injured girl were futile and she died early today. Elsie Fulda remains in serious condition.
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Forest Fires Menace Japan in Northern Island Reach
Fire sweeps Tink kaida the northern Japanese island, destroying villages as troops join firefighting efforts. The blaze runs nearly sixty miles, with fatalities and total damage still unestimated this afternoon.
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Boys Nearly Electrified In Milwaukee Wire Accident
A Wisconsin special reports Clare Suys Covi], and Harold VanGilder aged twelve and fourteen were struck by a fallen trolley wire. The high voltage wire broke as they passed beneath. Both were unconscious with severe burns but expected to recover.
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Social News Index Highlights Local Events and Theater
The page lists diverse items from theaters and social notes to church announcements and market reports. It mentions figures like Woodward Favora Waapun and topics such as state trends, ordinances, and judiciary matters impacting Menasha Milwaukee and Oshkosh scenes.
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Peace Terms and War Decline Reported in Mexico
Dr Francisco Vasquez Come leads rebel peace talks as May 1921 rumors swirl of a peace declaration. President-elect Ding may resign after talks with Judge Carbajal, while Gomez warns officials to craft terms with care amid revolutionary tensions.
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Mexico Rebels Announce New Cabinet Acknowledged
An informal talk with Judge Cardajal today conveyed that rebels have transmitted the names of the newly selected cabinet. Rebels claim the cabinet will be the best Mexico has ever had and should gain popular approval, signaling broad revolutionary momentum.
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Milwaukee businessmen hope for lower insurance rates
Manitowoc dispatch says Milwaukee business leaders expect aid in reducing insurance costs. A Wisconsin inspection bureau report approves the city’s fire fighting facilities, water works, and fire department as adequate, first class, and efficient.
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Senate Must Take A Vote On Canadian Reciprocity
Washington May 20 Democrats press House ultimatum to the Senate to vote on Canadian reciprocity, farm tariff reductions, and the revised Wool tariff this session. If met the House will recess July 1 to October 1. Senate leaders seek a record vote while vowing to rally tariff legislation from the special session. Senator Burton of Ohio says the demand came from the House side.
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House Members On Duty In Saturday Washington Session
Washington dispatch reports members of the House rushing to linger near Washington for a weekend session. The sole business is the Arizona and New Mexico statehood resolution, with ongoing investigations into government departments and major corporate probes toward the summer.
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Fragmented manifesto notes on Mexican revolt and peace terms
The text discusses a proposed peace manifesto for Mexican chiefs amid ongoing revolt. It suggests declaring Diaz willing to resign, appointing Senior de la Barra provisional president, and naming cabinet members to be approved by revolutionaries. It mentions provisional governors for Chihuahua Sonora Zacatecas and Coahuila and calls for indemnities pensions and political-prosecution freedoms.
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B'Rith Abraham Convenes in New York for 25th Convention
The Independent describes the Bnai Brith Abraham gathering in New York on May 21 with over 1,000 delegates from across the United States. The organization counts about 125,000 members and reports more than $50,000,000 spent on charitable work in its history. Governor Dix is invited to welcome attendees.
Sheboygan County Sheriff Denied Unpaid Salary Claim
Referee Francie Williams files a circuit court decision denying former Sheboygan County Sheriff Henry Kleter recovery of 527.10 for unpaid salary. The ruling states Kleter owes the county 2290 plus costs of the action.
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Frederick Porter Vinton Dies After Dust Induced Illness
Frederic Porter Vinton, renowned artist, died at his Beeton Massachusetts home aged for illness triggered by throat bronchial trouble after last week’s ball game dust exposure. A week earlier he attended a game and the dust aggravated his condition leading to his death.
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Tafts sail for England to attend coronation
Charles P Taft brother of the president with Mrs Taft and their daughter sailed for England today aboard the steamer Lapland to attend the coronation. They expect to leave London on their return July 28.
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Windstorm Destroys Property in Cedar Rapids
A violent storm last night in Cedar Rapids caused extensive damage, lasting about half an hour. It overturned wagons and outbuildings, bending wheels and wrecking structures, with several thousand dollars in losses reported. Authorities continue surveys of affected areas.
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Suffrage Bill Delayed as Legislature Debates Measures
Madison May 20 The suffrage bill remains unresolved with the assembly substitute sent back to the senate judiciary committee for legal form review. Other actions include advances on Nye upper berth bill third reading and engrossment of the corrupt practices act while reconsideration motions stall related measures.
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Grand Rapids Commercial Club Forms in Wisconsin City
Milwaukee reports Grand Rapids Wisconsin sees its new Commercial Club organized to promote the city’s business welfare. Twelve thousand population by 1910 is a motto. I P F Ritter is elected president.
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Danish Methodists Meet in Marinette Conference
Milwaukee dispatch reports the Wisconsin district conference of the Norwegian and Finnish Methodist Church to be held in Marinette next week from Tuesday to Monday May 20. District superintendent Rev. C K Madaen of Chicago will preside and about twenty five to thirty clergymen along with lay members are expected to attend.
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