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Newspaper
Spring Valley Gazette
Location
Spring Valley, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1920
Page
6
Fragmentary postoffice notice from Spring Valley Illinois regarding second class mail matter. Text is incomplete but indicates a mailing or classification note without full details.
The piece contrasts Governor Cox and Senator Harding on Wilson era policies and the League of Nations. Harding openly opposes key Wilson commitments including Article X and mandates for Armenia, while Cox remains noncommittal on action and pitches alignment with Wilson’s policies without a clear personal interpretation. The editorial urges Cox to declare his positions.
The piece argues that Kaiser led revolt spreads red terror across Europe. It notes the Russian republic’s surprising resurgence and the possible need for Allied intervention in Poland to balance a now red frontier. It compares revolutionary fervor to Napoleonic era decisive actions.
The article argues Big Bill Thompson attracts foes who label him a traitor while his supporters keep electing his candidates. It notes Thompson nominees strong in county central committee races and anticipates Smith defeating his Thompson backed rivals. It also mentions Len Small as Thompson’s gubernatorial candidate and broad opposition to uniting behind Oglesby, with Small seen as personally popular in many areas.
The article notes an unusual absence of typical summer flies with no clear explanation. Residents report far fewer insects than usual and seek reason behind the quiet season.
The article outlines Clifford Ireland’s two terms as congressman from the district, his bid for renomination amid opposition from Henry W. Lynch, and mixed support from eastern Bureau County voters and miners over the Volstead Act. It notes backing from business leaders and ex service members, his role in veterans cases, and pushes for a federal building with Postmaster Sweeney affirming Dublin’s commitment.
At a Peoria conference the Democratic party named a complete state ticket led by United States Senator Peter A. Waller and Governor James Hamilton Lewis. The slate included Walter Williams for Lieutenant Governor Daniel W. Voorhees for Secretary of State and others. Voorhees later declined the Secretary of State nomination and Samuel Woolner is expected as substitute.
Property owners are notified that all weeds on the premises must be cut at once or they will be prosecuted under city ordinances.
The Democratic Party of the Philippines joins the Nacionalista party in demanding immediate independence. Senator Teodoro Sandiko, the Democrats’ lone senator, spoke at a Manila luncheon hosted by former Senator Gabaldon, now resident Commissioner in Washington. Sergio Osmena, speaker of the House and Nacionalista leader, urged Gabaldon to press Congress to grant independence, vowing Filipinos prefer independence over leadership under foreign tutelage.
The Philippine Press Bureau in Washington argues friends of Irish independence in Congress should press for Philippine independence. It says Senate sympathy for self determination is stronger if the United States grants independence to the 10,500,000 Filipinos, showing consistency and good faith to Britain and world powers.
Gregorio Cailles, a Filipino, returned to his Philippine home wearing a French uniform and a Croix de Guerre with palm. He arrived in France in December 1916 and enlisted as a private, earning an excellent soldier’s record and leading a charge when officers were depleted.
The U S Health Service bureau opens a Ottawa examination and hospital care branch for veterans disabled in World War I. Dr R T Pettit supervises examinations. Dr J H Edgcomb is surgeon specialist. Dr A D Johns nose and throat specialist. The Ottawa unit serves a wide district and aims to keep care near home. Over 360 cases examined since an earlier Ottawa examination bureau opened last summer.
An ordinance proposing a $25 fine for attending Sunday base ball in Princeton is filed by 657 voters through the Princeton Ministerial association. If the council does not act in 30 days, the measure goes to a public vote, with a majority approving making it law.
Fire departments from De Pue Peru and Ladd plan to send teams to the State Tournament in Springfield on August 19 20 and 21. Prizes will honor top contests and parade floats. Chief Peter Jacobs of Springfield says crews will stay on duty around the clock to ensure a pleasant stay.
The Illinois Firemen's Association hosts its inaugural tournament in conjunction with the state fair. Attendees are encouraged by organizers, who predict ongoing annual participation after this initial event.
The Western Clock company of Peru awards A. Smyslony and Son a contract to build a mile of concrete sidewalk in Westelox park part of the new residence addition laid out by the clock firm. Work on sidewalk and curb construction starts this week as several residences rise in the Westclox tract.
LaSalle city council discussed adding a motorcycle policeman to curb speeders and traffic violators. The police and judiciary committees with the mayor were instructed to evaluate the proposal.
Under ordinances passed by the city council last week, soft drink dealers including ice cream parlors ex saloons drug stores and other establishments selling liquid refreshments must pay an annual license of 200 dollars per year and all wholesale soft drink dealers 125 dollars yearly.
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