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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1920
Page
1
President Wilson signed the railroad bill and designated Walker J. Hines as director general with power past private control. He outlined a bipartisanship wage board, to include carriers and employees, to negotiate wage demands while labor board provisions guide fair rates and living costs.
In Washington on February 29 the Senate debated President Wilson’s handling of the Adriatic note amid treaty fights. Kellogg and other opponents assailed the administration while Hitchock defended the President. Thomas suggested war as a possible outcome, and Borah Brandegee joined the criticism, questioning the scope and likely Senate support for the administration’s stance.
New York Feb 29 Secre tary of War Baker told a Brooklyn chamber of commerce luncheon that America’s moral leadership ended when the country “lost its nerve” but adhesion to the league of nations would save the world. He predicted retirement in March 1921 and urged military preparedness for the next war while cautioning critics and praising wartime service.
Rome reports a mass meeting of maids in Ferrara where they adopt no formal claim. They seek a nursemaid’s vacation paid by employers to visit baths, with double wages for resort expenses, and request two cigarettes daily year round.
Montesano Wash Feb 20 defense lawyers in the Warren Grimm murder trial failed to show an overt act by Grimm or a conspiracy to raid the Centralia Armistice Day parade Judge John M Wilson presiding ordered the defense to desist from pursuing an alleged conspiracy claim The case centers on Grimm accused in the parade tragedy which claimed a victim and drew wide attention in the region
Washington reports indicate the Senate’s treaty debate is near stalemate with ratification likely delayed beyond next week. Democratic leaders press to modify article ten while Republicans and irreconcilables oppose any form of ratification, and tensions rise among Hitchcock Borah Kellogg Lenroot factions.
London February 28 The Orientary experts were called before today's session of the supreme council to discuss reports of American massacres. It was officially announced tonight that the council agreed to deal with the situation immediately. Britain had warned the sultan that if the Turkish government ceased uncivilized practices, harsher peace terms would follow. The military presence at the meeting was seen as pressuring Turkey rather than signaling major new action.
President Wilson issued executive orders to continue fuel administration powers, splitting authority between the director general of railroads and a Tidewater Coal Exchange backed commission. The four commissioners are A. Wowe Rembrant Peale F. M. Whittaker and J. W. Fisher, operating through Tidewater Coal Exchange to ensure coal supply and prevent delays. The measures extend until April 30 next and reinstates previous transit and export powers while expanding Hines authority for domestic distribution beyond railroad return.
Herbert Hoover warned at a Chicago address that agriculture must grow with industry to avoid food import dependence. He cited industrial growth drawing workers from farms and urged improved transportation and distribution to make agriculture economically attractive amid postwar reconstruction challenges.
Chicago news reports a one cent per quart milk price drop starting Monday. The cut follows a 45 cent drop for 100 pounds used by distributors and producers, aiming to boost consumption amid shifts in foreign trade and exchange rates. Local producer group spokesman VE Potte noted the move as a response to market conditions to stimulate demand.
Frankford Mo Feb 28 oil drilling to begin in a few days two miles northeast of Frankford on the Walton Smith farm. The ores are here ready for bus
Washington reports that Japan dissolves its Diet after violent clashes in the lower house and a government push for universal male suffrage. Premier Hara asked the emperor to dissolve Parliament, with new elections due within five months under the constitution. The Ken-Sei-Kai opposition and Ko-Kuminto had opposed the measure, which expanded male franchise but excluded laborers and farm workers.
Washington reports 1920 census figures for Lima Ohio Hazelton Pennsylvania and Paducah Kentucky showing population gains. Lima up 404 percent Hazelton up 259 percent Paducah up 79.2 percent since 1900 and 1910 growth trends noted for Lima Hazelton and Paducah during the fourteenth census.
Washington February 29 officials announced that all violators of the federal prohibition enforcement act will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law regardless of state statutes legalizing beer. Commissioner Roeper of the Internal Revenue Bureau stated the act prohibits manufacture and sale of beverages with 0.5 percent or more alcohol by volume including 3.14 percent beer as the New Jersey bill advances.
Washington February 29 Liquor owners may transfer stock between dwellings only with an actual residence change and a special permit per internal revenue bureau guidance issued to correct reports that owners of multiple homes might move stock freely This ruling does not allow transporting liquor among multiple residences for beverage use and both vehicles and persons face seizure or arrest under the rules.
Paris reports a general railway strike as Taismen and railway workers walk out across France. Limited service remains with army and civilian volunteers aiding operations while the public works ministry recruits replacements to run autos and support food distribution. Arrests are ordered over alleged sedition articles and Le Libertaire is suppressed. President Deschanel decrees requisition powers to support movements along key routes.
Iron River Mich Feb 26 J E Converse announced he cancelled plans for a public investigation of the drew River county prohibition squabble and wonth trays fe Lansing The announcement followed a conference with Greorre Ro Cummeray special agent and Martin S Meinenoug poe attorney for Jeancourte two investigators federal agreed to cooperate Mr Cummerew has practically completed a full investigation of the open revolt at noon and Mr Converse said he would take no steps an d Mr Cummeren has completed hs report and filed it with Myron 4H Walker district attorney at Grane Rapids next Tuesday
Rome Feb 28 The government imposes stricter feeding limits than in wartime due to scarce supplies. Rationing by card remains in place for all essentials. Two meatless days are ordered and all restaurants hotels clubs and any food outlets must close by eleven at night.
Mr Watera Ori shot a husband on 4 town town street last December and was found guilty in a district court a two year imprisonment sentence. the couple formerly lived in ET Pas Ott’s parents live in Japlin Mea.
Gerym Dean Howells notes in Savannah that William Daan Howits will observe his birthday quietly or Monday due to an influenza attack. His condition is reported somewhat improved.
Dr. George Alverson and Mrs. Alice Clugston were found guilty of murdering Lawrence Clugston of Bushnell last July. Alverson was sentenced to life imprisonment and Clugston to fourteen years. the jury deliberated about two hours.
London papers highlight allied premiers and President Wilson on the Adriatic settlement. The Times says George and Clemenceau failed to bully the Jugoslavs, while Lloyd George and Millerand shift toward Wilson’s stance. Express notes sincere concessions and hopes for peace through Italy and Yugoslavia mutual accord.
In St Paul Minnesota on February 29 notes recall a Mississippi River episode from 1880s as Major A V Dalrymple federal prohibition director leads agents into Iron River Michigan to enforce the 18th amendment. A humorous comparison recalls a 1880s standoff when a whisky cargo was halted at Jackson Street. The crowd shouted We'll stick and D J Robertson mounted a molasses hogshead to address the gathering.
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