War Time Order on Coal Ban Enforced Today
Wartime order places coal restrictions nationwide as the present strike emergency begins. Authorities say the ban targets coal wet or in storage to conserve supplies during the period of the emergency.
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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1919
Page
1
Wartime order places coal restrictions nationwide as the present strike emergency begins. Authorities say the ban targets coal wet or in storage to conserve supplies during the period of the emergency.
The Banner reports that American Consular Agent Jenkins was released from jail. Mexican Agent Garcia says he heard the report but has no verification.
William Rice a local printer and one of more than ten men indicted by a federal grand jury in the campaign investigation of Senator Newberry appeared before Judge Kosson in United States district court and pleaded guilty. Six hurt in auto crash in Cleveland when a fire engine struck a car injuring Rosa Lauschinger and nurse Dan. internal injuries feared for Dan.
The new session of Congress opened today as Republicans and Democrats act on a standard interparty agreement. Vice President Marshall and Speaker Gillette led the convening at noon, with leadership appointments pending formalities. President Wilson’s speech was delivered by message rather than in person, signaling routine business ahead of the presidential election.
A riot at River Allees near Benwood between a mob and the sheriff at a National Tube plant left W. Weelow Weeling killed and Shésith Clayton of Marshall County seriously wounded. A deputy and another striker were shot and wounded during the clash.
Columbus Dec 1 Ira Pollins of Upper Sandusky was appointed a state bank examiner today by Governor Cox.
At Humboldt a derailed troop train carrying about 1200 Kansas National Guardsmen and volunteer coal miners resulted in no injuries. Nearly 1500 federal and state troops are ready for patrol duty. The first volunteer coal diggers began work this morning. Also reports of objectors released and a fatal crash near Fremont and a Canton detective shot by an unknown assailant.
A daughter arrived this morning at 6 00 at the governor's home in Dayton. Gov James M Cox and Mrs Cox are the proud parents. The event was reported from the Governor's residence with formal congratulations expected from state officials.
The Fed report shows ongoing expansion in business and retail trade despite coal shortages. Demand for goods remained strong through production stages, with increased wholesale and retail turnover. Shortages of coal and labor constrained some sectors, especially in the Kansas City and St. Louis districts, yet widespread producers reported rising orders and depleted inventories.
Senator Penrose is reported out of danger by physicians after illness tied to the adjournment of Congress. The veteran legislator had been confined with a heavy cold but showed improvement today.
Washington reports set out the annual estimated appropriation for 1921 at about five billion dollars to sustain peacetime government acts. Interest on the war debt tops one billion seven million, surpassing all peacetime congress budgets. Major allocations run to Navy and Army, Public Works, and numerous executive departments with large postwar costs.
Kansas City dispatch reports a sudden strike by about 1000 railway switchmen in local yards ended when union ranks, choosing the conservative wing, voted decisively to suspend action. The decision came quickly with little explanation from leaders.
About 2,000 church members from all counties gathered in Columbus for the opening session of the Inter Church World movement three day conference. Delegates from eight counties attended, signaling broad regional participation in the event.
Seven soft coal producing state governors met in CUICARO Dec 1 and urged state efforts to boost coal output and favor federal action for a uniform fuel administration. They called for equitable coal distribution under rigid nationwide regulations and appointed Miles C Riley to push the matter in Washington as they await federal steps. The meeting adjourned to St Louis and noted the need for prompt action. At ASHTABULA Clifford Davis and R E Thuber, both 17 and 18, faced robbery charges.
Chicago reports stringent fuel conservation as bituminous coal miners strike idles a month. Regional committees take charge of coal supply, non essential businesses shut, store hours cut. Kansas City Omaha and Lincoln close schools as towns weigh broader closures amid wage dispute and fuel admin rise.
The United States renewed its demand for the immediate release of Consular Agent Jenkins held at Pueblo. The note denounces Mexican government conduct as an attempt to ensnare the agent, says no ultimatum was issued, and warns against a bellicose social dispute while reaffirming pressure for Jenkins's freedom.
The Ohio legislature reconvenes this evening and may adopt the joint tax commission suggestion on debt limits. If approved, cities would face a cap on debts they may incur on the total tax duplicate.
The United States sent another note to Mexico City regarding the arrest of William C. Jenkins, the consular agent at Puebla. The communication, more emphatic than previous notes, was delivered to Mexico’s foreign office with intent to press for immediate release, though the exact content remains undisclosed.
Wireless from Moscow reports Admiral Kolchak and his forces retreating toward Pretreat with great rapidity. Bolshevik bands harass Kolchak who has formed a 3000 strong body guard to protect himself.
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