Emergency in Coal Program Speeds Federal Action
Washington reports mobilization to meet a nation wide fuel shortage. President Harding to determine emergency coal control. Interstate Commerce Commission declares an emergency on east of Mississippi rail traffic and endorses a joint plan with Hoover for coal distribution. Two orders direct rail routing changes and set priorities to relieve congestion.
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Harding
Interstate Commerce Commission
Mississippi River
Hoover
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United States
Mississippi
United States Railroad Labor Board
Labor Board
Hoover plan to curb coal profiteering announced
Secretary of Commerce Hoover and the Department of Justice approve a plan to curb profiteering and aid distribution of coal where shortages are acute. The plan proposes voluntary associations of producing operators to keep prices fair and the Interstate Commerce Commission powers to regulate car distribution as the main tool.
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Secretary of Commerce
Hoover
Department of Justice
Interstate Commerce Commission
Armistice Day Laid Corner for Nebraska Capitol
Governor McKelvie announces the corner laying on Armistice Day November 11 for Nebraska’s new capitol building. The ceremony follows capitol commission action to award the lower superstructure contract, dedicating the edifice to World War veterans. The report also notes rust tolls, a German indemnity moratorium, and wet and dry campaign issues in various states.
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Lincoln
Nebraska
Capitol
8. R. McKelvie
Capitol Commission
Exempt Farm Loans Proposal Highlights Tax Bill Part
Washington report notes a bill by Senator McCumber’s committee would exempt mortgage loans to farmers from income taxes. England has a quarter million tons of coal ready for shipment to the United States as American supplies run low due to a strike. Production could rise to 200000 tons weekly if needed though many pits idle. Plenty of vessels exist to move large coal volumes amid shipping stagnation and expectations of rate changes.
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McCumber
Renate Finance
Wotbon
England
United
Statesmanship urged on tariff bill debate
The article argues for a balanced tariff based on equalizing prices between domestic costs and foreign competition, warning against bloc influence in Congress. It cites wool and general protection, noting farmers and manufacturers oppose excessive tariffs and urging public input to reflect broad interests. It also references contemporary political commentary from the Journal and Arts and Decorations.
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Taft
Journal
Congress
United States
State Journal
Virginia Negro Farm and Home Life Conference Held
The annual Virginia negro farmers conference met at Hampton Institute June 23 to 30 to discuss improving farm and home conditions among the state’s negroes. Assistant Secretary Pugsley urged recognizing agriculture as the main living source, stressed proper preparation, and highlighted the role of schools, teachers, and club work in farm efficiency and home economics. Delegates included 49 negro county extension club members and 31 extension agents, with additional delegates from other negro organizations.
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States Relation Service
Virginia Extension Service
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Negro Farmers’ Organizations
Lloyd George's Vow to Fight On Despite Suffering White Hair
In a wartime style observation, a veteran notes Lloyd George appears pale and tired after years of leadership. He refuses retirement, planning a long rest but expects a return to politics within a year, despite enemies seeking his overthrow. The speaker attributes enduring resolve and hints at the next prime minister.
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