Debs clemency plea denied by Attorney General
Washington April 8 Attorney General Palmer opposes clemency for Eugene V Debs jailed ten years for violating the espionage act He cites Debs speech in 1918 at Canton Ohio and his antiwar stance The White House received a respite application signed by Frank P Walsh Alan Benton and Charles Edward Russell Palmer insists Debs did not seek clemency and that the law must be enforced to uphold justice.
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Michigan Legislation on Beer Amendment Faces Long Odds
Detroit at midnight reports show three constitutional measures on the spring election ballot with the wet beer amendment losing by large margins nationally while dry leaders claim a substantial victory. The Republican state ticket appears favored by returns, and Detroit precincts show mixed results on the Detroit United railway lines purchase amid the beer and wine vote.
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President Wilson ready to move ship for return to U S
Paris April 7 Associated Press reports that President Wilson's order to move the transport George Washington to a French harbor is seen as pressuring for a quick peace conference agreement. Officials doubt an ultimatum, but note Wilson's firm stance on issues and possible action if deadlock persists. The ship's deployment could allow a later return if a council of four reaches an accord.
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Snowstorm Closes Western Nebraska Roads and Tracks
Reports from Chadron Seneca and Alliance describe a Nebraska snowstorm dumping ten inches to a foot across the northwest and spreading eastward. Telegraph wires were pulled down at Seneca while Burlington trains began repair work from Alliance. heavy snowfall also hit southwestern Nebraska.
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Son kills father in Toledo farm dispute
In Mattoon Illinois on April 8 Charles Meyers 67 a farmer near Toledo died in a hospital after a fight with his son John 30 who struck him with a hammer. The son says the father threatened him with a pitchfork during an argument over hay.
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League Debate Highlights America First versus Covenant Support
New York April 8 Senators Hitchcock and Lenroot argued over the league of nations covenant at the Economic Club. Hitchcock urged acceptance as a compromise among fourteen nations, while Lenroot pressed an America First line and urged specific amendments to curb imperial ambitions and protect sovereignty.
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Dress Up Week Draws Big Saturday Sales Surge
Merchants report strong interest in the Dress-Up week as spring styles and bargains drew shoppers from Quincy and surrounding areas. Fine weather and good roads boosted attendance, with many out of town visitors adding to the crowd. Monday's business further confirmed the event as a promising annual promotion likely to attract thousands in the remaining five days.
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Men Who Killed Bob Smyth Are Arrested
Information to Miss Anna Widminter at 316 Hampshire street reports the arrest of the men who killed Robert Smyth, a Kansas City bartender. A preliminary hearing was postponed two weeks. the shooter may plead guilty to a 25 year sentence if co-defendants are freed. Smyth’s wife Agnes Widmaier is ill in St Joseph, and Smyth’s home burned while the family was away.
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Bob” Smyth
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St. Joseph
St Jacobs Liniment Advertises Quick Rheumatic Pain Relief
The ad claims rheumatism pain is mostly harmless and urges readers to rub in St Jacobs Liniment for instant relief. It promises soothing, penetrating action that won’t burn skin and suggests a trial bottle from any drug store. It also touts effectiveness for sciatica neuralgia lumbago backache sprains and swellings.
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Revival Meetings Open at Vermont Street Methodist Church
The union revival at Vermont Street and Grace churches opened Monday night with strong attendance. Rev. J C McMahon led the chorus, Miss Emily Smith sang, and Rev. F A McCarty preached on Losing and Finding Jesus from Luke. Four practical rules for Christian life were urged as daily meetings continue at 8 pm.
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Bandstand Memorial to Major Hill Abandoned in Quincy
Due to resident dissatisfaction the Washington park bandstand dedication to Major Henry R. Hill is scrapped. Officials will erect another memorial to the Quincy soldier. The council discusses next steps.
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Alderman Hyatt Resolution Honors Major Hill On Gate Plate
Alderman Hyatt adopts a resolution to place a brass plate honoring Major Hill at the gate to the bandstand entrance. Critics argue the honor is unsuitable to the memory and legacy of Major Hill as viewed by the people of Quincy. Rhine River Opened to Traffic, War Trade Board reports Rhine traffic opening to Switzer land.
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