Harding Better Crisis Passed Bid For Alaska Timber Unit
A bid for 334 000 cubic feet or about 2 000 000 000 linear feet of timber for the Thomas pulp timber unit was received by the U S Forest Service. The San Francisco firm Hutton McNear Dougherty submitted the bid with F C Dougherty personally representing the firm. Plans call for a 300 ton paper mill and pulp mills with investment running into millions. The award hinges on a satisfactory financial showing and a power license from the Federal Power Commission.
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Foreign Relations Touched Upon By Harding
In San Francisco August 1 George B Christian Jr private secretary to President Harding released a speech on foreign relations. The president urged participation in the permanent court of international justice as a step for the United States to take in world affairs. He noted peace with Germany Austria and Hungary arms conference and the British debt settlement as achievements and called for respect of foreign rights while maintaining peace. He defended support for the permanent court and said adherence to the tribunal is the main objective, with details secondary.
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Austria
Hungary
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Mexico City
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St. Louis
Ford Declines Candidacy Says He May Act If Crisis Arises
In London a temperance federation argues ice cream and soft drink sales after 9:30 pm violate wartime rules, while West End clubs may sell until midnight. In New York Henry Ford states he is not a presidential candidate today but cannot predict his future actions if a national crisis demands swift action.
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San Francisco to Dedicate Legion Memorial During Legion Meet
The California Palace of the Legion of Honor near Tinconi Park will be formally dedicated in memory of 3269 California WWI fallen. The 1 million dollar memorial, donated by Mr. and Mrs. Spreckles, will feature art from several governments and house Rodin sculptures among other treasures. The dedication occurs during the American Legion national convention October 13 to 19.
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Food shortage deepens in Ruhr area reports
Berlin reports from the Ruhr indicate the food situation is worsening. At Gelsenkirchen several thousand miners failed to report for work due to physical unfitness and their families have been without food since last Saturday.
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Three Die as Fire Rips Through Tenement Building
In Hagerstown Maryland early this morning a tenement fire killed three residents and left three others seriously injured. Local officials stated the blaze began in a lower floor unit and spread rapidly through the crowded stairwell. Firemen battled the flames for hours but could not save the victims. The dead were identified as tenants from nearby blocks, with investigators probing the cause amid the chaos.
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Hagerstown
30 Indicted in Mail Fraud Case Ties to Texas Oil Swindles
Federal Grand Jury indicts 30 individuals including Dr. Frederick Cook over alleged misuse of the mails linked to oil swindles near Fort Worth. Charges arise from the Texas fraud scheme, with detailed accusations expected in court filings.
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Frederick Cook
Fort Worth
Coast Guard Seizes British Schooner Off Cape Hatteras
The Coast Guard tug Mascoutin seized the British schooner Pessaquid within the three mile limit off Cape Hatteras late yesterday afternoon. The vessel carried 3 600 cases of whiskey aboard.
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Mining Congress Targets Foreign Labor Labor Debate in Milwaukee
In Milwaukee on August 1, the American Mining Congress outlines a September gathering September 24 to 29 to discuss fewer immigration limits to meet mining labor needs. About 3000 owners, operators, and engineers are expected, with needs for skilled immigrants and standards of living addressed. The event will include cooperation between employers and employees and displays by state resources teams from California, Colorado, and Utah. The U S Bureau of Mines and Geological Survey will participate alongside labor-saving equipment exhibits.
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Utah
Harding Urges More Tourists For Alaska
President Harding praised Alaska as a world wonder in Seattle urging a tourist boom. He predicted inviting travelers would aid Alaska’s development as a premier travel domain with visitors inspiring others to support its growth.
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President praised by Democrat in Harding tour remarks
In Los Angeles Democrat Lt James Hamilton Lewis lauded President Harding saying he won t let politics block actions for betterment and is broadminded and kindly. In Baltimore three bandits robbed the Baltimore Trust Company branch, beating the teller and fleeing with 16000 in cash.
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James Hamilton Lewis
United States
Illinois
Harding
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Bbaltimore Trust Company
Week-Old Crab Meat Tied to Harding Poisoning
A report states ptomaine poisoning linked to crab meat served to President Harding’s party in Sitka. Crabs were caught about a week before being eaten, delivered as a Sitka welcome. Dr. J W Johnston and U S Attorney A G Shoup noted the crabs’ readiness, serving on July 22. No fault attached and no responsibility charged.
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Sitka
U.S
A. G. Shoup
Crisis Passed in Illness of President Harding
Attending doctors issued bulletins on Mrs. Harding and the president's health. Optimism rose as the illness showed signs of improvement. Christian left for Los Angeles amid continued concern over the White House situation.
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Governor Bone Notified of Harding Recovery Hope
San Francisco July 31 1923 Governor Scott C Bone of Alaska received a telegram from George B Christian Jr replying to the president Harding illness message The note says thanks for the comfort and expresses confidence the recovery will be won The telegram arrived late yesterday afternoon and was sent to Juneau Alaska for Governor Bone who had forwarded comfort to Mrs Harding during the illness
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Scott C. Bone
Alaska
Juneau
George B. Christian, Jr
Bone
President Harding’s condition shown as improving at 10 am bulletin
President Harding rests after a restful night with pulse 114, temperature 99, respiration 40. He awoke around 6 am, sleep normal for illness, and progress is described as pleasing. Doctors say he will travel by train back to Washington, stopping to rest, with cautious care to avoid further complications.
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Associated Press
Canadian marriage lasting under war strain then steady
Ottawa report shows Canadian divorces in 1922 totaled 544, about 0.5% of marriages, with 7 per 100k people. War effects fading, decrees fell 4 from 1921, BC leading with 138, Alberta 129, Manitoba 97, PEI none since 1888. Most divorces among urban residents, few from rural areas.
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Alberta
Manitoba
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