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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1922
Page
3
Postmaster General Work proposed parcel post rate reforms adding a 1 to 2 cent service charge per parcel mailed, regardless of weight or zone, to help cover handling costs. He noted little change in parcel post charges since 1918 while total program costs rose to about $200 million more by 1921.
The Federal Trade Commission ruled Armour and Company must divest all capital stock in the EH Stanton & Co packing plant in Spokane Washington finding that Armour’s acquisition of the entire capital stock of Simtox violated the Clayton Act under stated conditions and circumstances.
A massive gas well crater about 200 feet across erupts near Wild Murphy, ten miles north of Hidorada, Ark. Several smaller craters ignite within 260 yards as rain fails to halt the blaze. The giant crater erupts, releasing an estimated 75,000,000 cubic feet of gas before losing flame.
Bayeher Tacka merger ratified by company directors in New York. Berk Lehnen to pay for Lackawanna properties in 7 percent preferred stock and Class B common stock, creating an aggregate value tied to Lackawanna outstanding blocks totaling 325,106,500.
Glenn E. B. Momb, railroad laborer and mechanic involved in the Plumb plan for Rasheond operation and coherol, lies near death for several days at his home. Physicians have given no hope of recovery as his fever worsens and condition remains critical in Washington, D. C.
Reports state Bandit Made Brisjaner from Springfield Missouri robbed Citizens Bank, escaping with 20500. He was pursued about seven miles north of Lebanon in Laclede County, according to a communication from Sheriff M. J. Jones of Lebanon.
Warrington reports the government plans to restrain rising coal prices after incentives at the White House. Secretary Hoover oversees the investigation and possible measures to curb the coal market.
A man identified as Nealon Irens killed himself after a dispute at Gillia T, drawing a weapon and ending his life. Officers reported the incident, with details pending formal charges or a motive.
Obscure obituary notes the death of Ya-Aheed G. Lincoln, a Tanner of Exeter and cousin to Alicns Lancy. The fragment hints at family ties and a memorial reference though many words are garbled in the OCR.
A fragmented report notes a prize of lead related to a New York contest with unclear details. The text mentions Auericin and Siete Ane but lacks coherent names, dates, or outcomes. Further readable facts are needed to form a complete item.
Washington, as Peru and Chile engage in a renewed bid to resolve long standing Pacific issues. Secretary Hughes opens the armaments conference setting the stage for a broader diplomatic settlement. Chilean and Peruvian representatives indicate willingness to seek a fair accord, though U S participation at the start is limited. The talks aim to end the unresolved postwar disputes linked to the War of the Pacific and the Tacna-Arica question.
Washington DC. The child labor act was held by the Supreme Court to be unconstitutional. The ruling came in the Drexel Furniture Co. case from North Carolina, one of three suits testing the law, with federal courts often denying the government.
The C A Cooper company flour mill at Humbatt Nebraska was burned for an estimated loss of 30 080. The mill connected lumber shed and boiler room were razed and the entire milling complex destroyed. Dynamos and engines supplying electricity to the town and surrounding area were put out of commission.
In Abaltyinoeliic bandits hijacked a payroll machine carrying St Louis Aunt Sar Francis Mailroad company funds. They escaped with $20,000 in currency and silver. Detective Hen Levib sustained a left arm wound in a pistol skirmish. A bank car van was struck in the back.
Wavnington Delaware reports a fraud probe into a land deal with a special investigation unit. Local officials say the case centers on a public contract and potential misappropriation, with officials pledging full cooperation.
Fragmentary text references an empire, belief systems, and an attempt to establish an independent entity in a region with unclear geography. Names and terms are garbled, making precise entities and events indeterminable.
Obscure text reports turmoil within the Chicago building trades with mentions of leaders Murphy Mader Shea and others facing removal. It describes investigations, a council split, and threats of charges as union factions move to root out alleged crookery amid large future building projects and job prospects.
Jindelah Valentinn, motion picture actor, and Winifred Mudnnt, dancer and film firm director, wed in Mexico. Rushed details describe the couple publicly, noting the bride’s New York heritage and previous engagement to Valintina.
A fragmented report outlines a shoplifting incident involving several suspects named Karte Mik Carlton Yeung and others. The text mentions arrests by Sherite Wilkin and Jourgell With, with several victims described as injured or shaken. The injured include a boy described as healthy prior to the event.
A chaotic courtroom scene unfolds with fashion related attire and dramatic statements. The proceedings feature testimonies about outfits and appearances, illustrating a tense moment as the court addresses the matter on Saturday.
A stunt aviator identified as Kinedt was killed after a bike collision in an apparent accident. Witnesses described a helmetless fall and the crash occurring during an event in a city area. Authorities investigated, with no further details available.
Chicago labor tensions trigger a sweeping political case as federal authorities accuse several union leaders and allied figures of orchestrating violence to influence city elections. Police report 400 workers detained in past days amid a broader crackdown following the fatal killing of a labor official.
The provided text is garbled and contains nonstandard phrases that obscure any clear events or names. It appears to reference an economic conference, a ministry, and a response that would not prevent some outcome, with mentions of Pravea and a RINeMOL document, but no verifiable facts or entities are ascertainable.
Unclear OCR text describes troopers dispersing striking workers at brick plants in a New York town. Reports mention march and confrontation with aggressive actions, guards at yards, and tension in the business district. Names, places, and exact details are obscured in the damaged text.
Savannah detectives report a bank robbery tied to John Vardeniva alias J A Jiaing and Bertha Fern Varden. They say a male suspect wielded a loan boast at Chase National Bank in New York City. About $20,000 in bonds likely recoverable within hours.
A garbled note highlights April as a pivotal month for employment gains across the country. Officials, including a secretary at a major conference, mark improved hiring as a hopeful trend with industry and regional leaders citing stronger roles and promising job growth.
The report notes a renewed hoped match between Jack Dempsey and Georges Carpentier, with discussions framed as a potential showdown for global boxing prominence. Terms reportedly center on purses and venue talks, with promoters seeking the strongest terms for a high stakes bout.
VCH highlights CPhie Detersie Us Bent Qeenidiliyy and their views as they explore future paths. The piece tracks personal growth, career aims, and the influence of mentors guiding their choices for a bold professional journey.
A chaotic report details three men bound for a reformatory at Ariniinga and the aftermath of various incidents. It lists a $200,000 light duty project, a fatal shooting at a home, a marshal’s death, and multiple drownings and accidents with arrests and prison transfers noted. Names, places, dates, and figures populate the account, reflecting a string of violence, legal actions, and public notices across several counties.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions pay and figures with garbled names and phrases. It appears to reference a moment in a poker game or betting context but is too distorted to identify precise people, places, or events. No clear outcome or date can be determined from the readable snippets.
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