27 Jun 1919
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Newspaper
Portsmouth Weekly Times
Location
Portsmouth, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1919
Page
1
A jumble of letters and notes discusses marriage, widowhood, and courtship customs. The items mention money, social reputations, and proposals, with references to wives, dowries, and romantic dilemmas. The tone mimics a gossiping column offering personal guidance and sought advice from readers.
The June 19 senate showdown over the League of Nations covenant features multiple proposals and partisan positions as opponents argue for and against ratification. Debate centers on whether to attach conditional amendments and how the treaty aligns with national interests and broader peace terms.
Washington testimony before the naval affairs committee urged funding for a 715 million dollar appropriation fixed by the house to support naval aviation. Secretary Daniels opposed consolidating air services under one department, arguing it would weaken national defense and harm development of aircraft. He warned that tighter craft would stall and that Britain, France, and Italy were ahead, urging continued U.S. investment in a capable air service.
A Cleveland incident led to saloon owners facing charges and temporary closures. Police reports indicate beer sales resumed after arrests, with varying percentages cited. The piece notes regulatory debate about beer limits, state and federal constraints, and upcoming votes in November on constitutional amendments affecting alcoholic beverages.
The Iowa Legislature debated emergency financial relief for cities and school districts, with a vote on taxation limits and classification amendments. Efforts aimed to address deficits, fund levies, and set deadlines for enactment, while other constitutional amendments and reform bills awaited action.
Fragmentary text reports a senate investigation and protests surrounding a prosecutor. Names and clear details are obscured, but tensions rise over alleged improprieties and a political rally context mentioned alongside legal scrutiny.
Washington June 19 Congress repealed the daylight saving law by overwhelming votes in both houses. The measure ends operation of daylight saving next October 26, with the clock returning to standard time. The Senate added a rider for a possible repeal delay. action means restoring standard time and ending the summer schedule. Farmers and laborers favored the repeal, while opponents argued it harms city life and schedules.
House action extends government telegraph rate policy a month, repeals private control of wire properties, and returns telegraph and telephone properties to private hands amid probate notices for appointments and executors in multiple counties.
Fragmentary report shows educators leading a revolt amid unrest at Sandeen and Crate Kham. Text hints at wage reductions and broader political actions, including a push for ratifying suffrage and a Senate debate on federal creation amid regional tensions.
An inmate confined in the reform school for women has been granted parole after a legal review. The hearing date is set for after June 3812, with the parole board authorizing the release following standard procedures.
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