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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1920
Page
1
Premier Rhallis announced a plebiscite on the return of former King Constantine would be held Sunday and said the cabinet would not resign. He criticized the allies for their rigid stance and noted the note asked how Greece failed in its obligations.
Mrs Muriel MacSwiney widow of Cork lord mayor who died on hunger strike lands in New York aboard the Celtic to testify before the committee of one hundred on Irish conditions. She and sister Miss MacSwiney are greeted by Irish sympathizers and officials. She expresses gratitude for American support and plans to testify in Washington next Wednesday.
A final Associated Press report from St. Louis details astonishment at fraud found in the state wide primary election last August. The investigation disclosed irregularities connected to several precincts and prompted calls for reforms.
President Wilson informs congressional leaders that he will receive the committee to notify him Congress is in session and ready to receive communications. He has not disclosed whether he will deliver the annual message in person as before his illness.
Senator Capper of Kansas unveils a bill imposing a 10 percent tax on futures trading in grain and cotton to end gambling on boards of trade. The measure targets options in wheat, corn, and cotton, exempting actual delivery trades and licensed traders, with heavy penalties and reporting requirements.
A series of bomb explosions rocked Spain with damage in multiple cities. An infernal machine shattered the archbishop of Seville’s window while he prayed, and a landowner’s house near Granada was damaged. Two flour mills in Pinos Puente also suffered blasts amid nationwide unrest.
Nantucket Shoals light vessel, key Atlantic navigation aid, was reported missing from her station. The ship arrived at New Bedford after a 90 mile gale tore her from station Thursday night. the commander said he had been trying to reach port since.
Washington reports Nebraskan tenant farmers may be driven from the land if prices do not recover. Gov McKelvie told the joint agricultural committees that the period of low mood threatens many farms, while Edward Chassel urged financing of crops to favor farmers over speculators and predicted rising prices with stronger foreign demand.
Russian Soviet troops captured Erivan the Armenian capital on Thursday and Aromer has proclaimed itself a Soviet republic. The old Armenian government forces joined the Soviet administration as reported by a Moscow wireless dispatch.
Ardmore Oklahoma December reports Mrs. Jake L Hamon widow of oilman and GOP committeeman says she will not prosecute Clara Smith if returned for trial in Ardmore. She would accept succession to her husband’s national committeeman post and views it a greater tribute than any monument. She disputes diary allegations and urges church aid. County Attorney Brown says no charges yet but warrants possible if information on aiding escape is obtained.
Revelations show the Irish Republican parliament being urged to negotiate a truce for an honorable peace. County council resolutions call British withdrawal of the Irish parliament’s meetings and the appointment of delegates. The move cites ongoing shootings and reprisals as harmful to both sides and forwards Lloyd George the appeal alongside Galway’s support for Sinn Fein MP Roger Sweetman.
In Fitchburg on December 4 AP reports Figal starred for Cleveland West Teak, making key plays to secure a win. The performance highlighted Figal’s clutch defense and late shooting as the team pulled ahead.
A fragment notes Azerbaijan has voluntarily renounced claims to certain provinces amid ongoing tensions. The statement references adjustments in territorial stance and shifts in regional power dynamics affecting neighboring states.
President-elect Harding arrived in Virginia waters aboard the Pastores after a Canal Zone voyage and was greeted by ships and air guards. He delivered speeches in Newport News and Norfolk urging national unity and fearless nationalism while Mrs. Harding appeared in good health.
Lieut. Governor B F Pankey acting as governor ordered the state prison warden to withhold release of sixteen Villista Columbus raiders until directed by the state executive or the supreme court. The move aims to compel habeas corpus proceedings to challenge Governor Larrazole's authority to free the prisoners without prison commissioner recommendations.
Everett C. McGowan of St. Paul, national amateur speed skating champion, aims to challenge Oscar Mathieson of Norway for the world skating championship. He plans to turn pro after the first of February and arrange the race at a future date.
Michael Baum of Farley was fined 25 dollars and costs by Mayor Sherman on a charge of shimmying in a Dubuque dance hall. He allegedly shook his body from the hips up as the orchestra played a fox trot and refused to stop when the constable ordered him to desist.
Ardmore Oklahoma December 4 AP authorities pursue Clara Smith in the fatal shooting of Jake L Hannon two weeks ago County attorney elect J H Mathers firm to defend Miss Smith seek appointment of a special prosecutor after January 1 Russell Brown current county attorney to stay in charge for the state Brown reports no new developments in Miss Smith case while officers across Oklahoma and Texas intensify manhunt on warrant charging assault with intent to kill against her both Hannon and Smith are connected to political and oil industry figures
El Paso officers say Clara Smith did not arrive in the city and interest in locating her has waned. Immigration agents at the two bridges and Juarez police remain on the lookout for her.
Mrs. V A James of Los Angeles says she is Clara Smith Hamon's sister and knew of some relations with Jake L Hamon before his death by shooting. She claims she did not know of the shooting or her sister's whereabouts and believes in her sister's innocence.
Two armed men held up Paul Sundenberg, paymaster for Thompson Starret Construction, stealing $12,000 in pay envelopes. Within an hour, three men tried to rob a bank cashier, Charles Made, at a nearby bank. he was shot and seriously wounded.
In Chicago on December 4 the Greek Demon William Demetras and Russian Lion Jack Sinow staged a draw after referee Johnny Meyers stopped the midnight bout. Patrons clashed with police reserves as scenery and equipment were torn down, while burlesque chorus members joined the uproar over the finish.
Geneva December 4 AP Argentina's Onorio Pueyrredon, head of the Argentine delegation, notes the assembly will not discuss the four amendments he demands for compulsory arbitration by the international court, full admission of states, and election of all council members. He plans to stay for Monday's session but will not resume participation until the amendments pass. The move signals a potential break with the league if aims are unmet.
Paris says France does not question Argentina’s adherence to the League of Nations nor its delegates at Geneva. Reports in Argentina claimed France doubted legality without congress approval and linked Geneva dispatches to Germany’s possible admission. French foreign office rejects such implications.
Daniel Walter Geiselman vice president of the American State Bank of Omaha faces a federal charge of misuse of the mails. He filed bond for appearance as postcards advertised for sale at a discount and referenced judgments against M F Shafer and Company, a printing concern, and two individuals. The district attorney noted the phrase at a discount casts doubt on the company solvency.
J P Mor Fron and Mia Morgan return from a European trip aboard the Read the Tribune Classified Ads steamer. The journey included travel between major ports as part of their holiday itinerary.
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