Amnesia Bigamist Case Stuns San Quentin Prison Officials
Fred M. Hope inmate No. 32410 claims amnesia after a 1918 army episode and says he slept through years, while two wives Rose Lair and Theresa Nabelio emerge as claimants. Guards note a skull fracture and straightforward tale, while wife No. 1 seeks divorce and wife No. 2 awaits proof of memory loss claims.
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San Francisco
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Fife
Jurors Near Pick for Bisbee Deportation Trial
In Tombstone Arizona February 27 attorneys in the Bisbee deportation case enter final jury selection as burros roam outside Tough Street courthouse. County Attorney Roark grills prospects about juror influence while the panel nears 24 and potential impeachments loom for both sides.
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Train collision near Eau Claire injures seven
A report from Eau Claire Wisconsin notes a train collision near the city injuring seven people. Details on exact positions or causes remain incomplete.
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Eau Claire
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Cooperation Spirit Result of Strikes and Costs in 1919
Data show widespread disruption from 1919 strikes totaling hundreds of millions in losses. Figures indicate costs split between labor and capital impacts on productivity, with varied estimates across states and sectors.
Britain's 1919 strikes cost millions in lost days
London reports show British workers lost about 3,000,000 days per month to strikes and lockouts in 1919. With $5 average wage, daily losses reach $600,000 and yearly product losses exceed actual output. Brighter notes cite wage gains and reduced hours via arbitration, while 1920 sees cooperation and broader labor policy aims.
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London
Britain
Publc
New York Democrats Oppose Federal Prohibition Platform Adopted
The New York Democratic convention adopted a platform opposing prohibition by federal amendment, endorsing ratification of the peace treaty and League of Nations, and favoring women's suffrage. Delegates to the national convention include four at large with equal gender representation. The platform calls for repeal of the 18th amendment and preserves state sovereignty to interpret it liberal to the people. It also supports Governor Smith, criticizes Senator Wadsworth on equal suffrage, and congratulates President Wilson on health recovery.
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Wilson
Geddes Accepts Post as British Ambassador to U S
London reports Sir Aukland Geddes has accepted the offer to be British ambassador to the United States. An official announcement awaits Washington confirmation of Geddes as persona grata in the American capital. Robert Thorne would succeed Geddes as president of the board of trade.
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Martial Law Enforced in Havana Over Dock Worker Strike
The Havana city remains under martial law as authorities fail to quell a major dock workers strike. Officials warned that a decisive action would come in 24 hours, with the general staff pressing for a resolution to end the unrest.
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Wilson's Industrial Conference Moves Toward Labor Peace
Washington report outlines expected final recommendations from President Wilsons industrial conference. It envisions a national tribunal with regional bodies, aims to restore harmony between capital and labor, and emphasizes leadership over mastership and public welfare guiding disputes.
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