Bainbridge and Colby Preview Democratic Convention
Secretary of State Bainbridge expresses support for some League of Nations terms while warning against reservations that would undermine the covenant. Secretary Colby, attending as a delegate, says the Versailles treaty should be interpreted without nullifying reservations. Both foresee a vigorous and amiable convention debate on the covenant and American honor.
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Weadoos Quietus on Collusion Rumor
New York June 21 Wm G McAdoo stated he would not permit his name to be placed in nomination for the Democratic presidential nomination for the San Francisco convention. He said he knew nothing of the interview until after it appeared and that the president knew nothing of it either. His statement aims to quell rumors of a withdrawal tied to influence or collusion.
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President’s interview secrecy questioned in letter withdrawal
A political figure asserts no knowledge of the president’s interview until reading it in the papers and states the president did not know of the withdrawal letter until it appeared in public prints.
Food costs hit new high in May for average families
Washington reports a May record in the average family food budget as 22 item retail costs rise three percent from April and seven percent from January. Sugar and potatoes drive increases with sugar up 26 percent and corn meal 14 percent. The Labor Department notes food makes over 35 percent of working family budgets and expects prices to stay high.
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Sharp Breaks in Futures Market
New York June 21 trading saw renewed selling in cotton futures after hopes for clearing weather. October fell to 34.07, near the lowest since end-May condition figures, and July slipped to 86.70 while December touched 33.01. The market closed a touch above the day’s low, with losses across the board amid higher call money and pressure from Southern points. Port receipts totaled 4,072, with season-to-date exports at 6,122,710.
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Arkansas Delegation Heads to National Democratic Convention
About two hundred from Little Rock departed for the San Francisco convention led by Gov and Mrs Brough. Senator W F Kirby will be replaced by J D Head as first alternate. The group splits on nominees with Brough backing Owen and Mrs Cotham backing Palmer, aiming for a united front after initial ballots.
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Keynote to be sounded July 22
Washington June 21 Senator Harding will be formally notified of his nomination as the Republican presidential candidate July 22 at his Marion Ohio home. Governor Coolidge will be notified for vice president on July 27. A conference decided the dates and set an executive committee to run the campaign. Harry M. Daugherty of Columbus named pre convention campaign manager for Harding.
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Railroads in eastern and western territories report deficits in April
The Interstate Commerce Commission released a partial summary showing eastern roads with operating revenues of 127,080,772 and expenses of 188,157,076, while western roads had 151,768,979 in revenue and 124,562,554 in expenses. Southern roads posted a net balance of 2,388,913 after expenses, though taxes and fixed charges reduced deficits and wiped out western income. The note ends with an unrelated line promoting Ladies Home Journal.
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