21 Jan 1922
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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1922
Page
1
Paris reports from January 21 that Pope Benedict died at 3:35 PM after a lengthy decline. In the Vatican room, the pontiff’s attendants wept as cardinals and penitentiaries prayed, while external crowds waited outside St Peter’s.
Cardinal Bourne announced Benedict XV had died after a rapid decline from influenzal bronchitis and pneumonia. The pope’s illness worsened Friday with high respiration and congestion, though he briefly improved Saturday before a further decline. His Holiness remained under care of Drs Battistine and Marchiafava as doctors and cardinals prepared for the official notice.
Captain G Edward Poole reports a blood red sea between Sierra Leone and Ze kondi with hundreds of whales dead or dying on the surface. He describes a likely swordfish battle and a vast scene of death unseen before aboard the ship.
Mrs. Kate Hardebeck, former housekeeper to actress Virginia Rappe, testified in the second manslaughter trial of Roscoe Arbuckle. She identified Rappe’s riding habit and the defense's effort to show Rappe was under a physician’s care prior to the party. The court ruled against impeaching Miss Prevost and allowed new authorities for prosecutors. Fingerprint expert Heinrichs identified prints on Arbuckle’s hotel door.
H W Prickett for the Utah Traffic Bureau declared at the interstate commerce commission inquiry that freight ore rates are out of line with production and labor costs in Utah. He said mines had closed, reducing smelter operations, and urged railroads to cut ore rates to stimulate traffic.
Indianapolis January 21 AP Robert E Lee birthday observed in American calendar of events noting his birth date is January 19 and that observance must wait a year. The calendar also highlights Civil War dates such as Lincoln's birthday Gettysburg and Appomattox surrender.
Civil service commission announced rulings that local residents will be eligible for rural mail carrier vacancies. Only applicants residing within the delivery office area will be certified for appointment, with the ruling approved by the post office department.
In Washington a prime minister announced resignation with no stated reason. The state department reported unusual delays in confirmation and noted no immediate replacement. International reaction was cautious as news outlets questioned authenticity of the notification.
The Far Eastern committee adopted the American plan for publicizing China related international commitments in a much amended form. The final text requires openness for private contracts and adds a provision inviting non represented nations to participate, with Japan challenging publicity for private contracts.
Guayaquil reports that President Harding invited White and Peru to Washington to discuss unsettled clauses of the Ancon treaty. Foreign Secretary Cesareo Carrera says the move benefits Ecuador given Chilean and Ecuadorian divergences with Peru. It is believed the action could forecast settlement of border differences across the region.
General Holguin provisional president of Colombia said several North American firms demand payment for contracts in the United States under threat to complain to the secretary of state.
Berlin January 21 AP reports a major fire at the Tempalo chocolate factory near Berlin nearly destroyed the plant. A large amount of raw materials and nearby warehouses were lost. Damage is estimated at 40 to 50 million marks. About 800 workers were severely affected by the blaze.
Frankie Schaeffer and Joe Burman have been matched for a ten round fight in Kenosha Wisconsin on February 3. The bout is promoted by Kenosha residents William Frater and John Wagner and announced in Chicago.
Michael Milla known as Prince Michael head of the Jezreelites or New and Latter House of David died at Gillingham Kent after arriving from America in 1906 claiming divine succession to James Jeremiah Jezreel founder of the sect who died in 1885. He said he had divine command to complete the Jezreel Temple in Gillingham.
Railroad executives from more than 100 lines met in Chicago to discuss regional wage and rule negotiations with the train service brotherhoods. A report to Secretary Hoover is favorable to regional talks, with plans to set up regional boards to handle wages and rules, returning to prewar methods.
The USDA reports variable crop conditions across the northern hemisphere with good quality wheat and rye in parts of the United States and Canada, while winter crops in many regions show deterioration in Germany and France. Australia’s harvest nears completion with a potential drop from initial estimates. Rice crops in India and Egypt are promising, likely exceeding last year’s outputs.
F Gordon of Eureka Rus is set to turn 101 tomorrow. He claims to have lived in the lifetimes of every U S president except Washington and recalls Civil War era relatives. He credits temperance and daily outdoor activity for longevity while denouncing some modern fashions and praising Sabbath observance. His two Civil War sons died, and several daughters still live in Seattle and Denver.
Frederick Roper 80 longtime secretary and treasurer of the Dominion Telegraph company died yesterday in Toronto. He served with the telegraph company for 37 years.
Wellesley College freshmen were masked under green crepe for 24 hours after sophomores accused them of haughtiness. The prank kept the freshmen noses under cover until the sophomores relented and allowed exposure again.
A mob stormed the Holy Roller church in Cedar To last night and seized Rev. H. A. Ferguson, chanting threats to throw him in the river and tar and feather him. Police armed with revolvers dispersed the crowd and rescued Ferguson after he broke free by leaping from a church window. He spent the night in jail for safety amid fears of further violence.
Mexico City dispatch reports President Obregon signed a decree letting United States citizens enter Mexico without passports. The measure becomes effective in February. A State Department official said Obregon would receive every courtesy if he visits the United States for hospital treatment, as border dispatches suggested. Mayo Clinic representatives in Rochester said they had no knowledge of plans for Obregon to come for an operation.
At the Mississippi Valley conference eight states announce a buyer's strike seeking a 10 percent cut in cement costs. They plan to investigate state owned mills with appropriations totaling 11 million, while rejecting high bids and aiming for prices near 1.95 dollars per barrel.
New Orleans January 21 The Business Men's Racing Association faces pressure as Governor Parker warns politicians must quit politics or quit business. The assembly held a meeting in the city harbor area to discuss the issue and its impact on state governance and commerce.
London reports Premier Lloyd George urged all European nations to attend Genoa and stressed that world peace hinges on reduced armaments and international confidence. He praised the Irish settlement, warned against election-driven policy, and urged Britain toward a stronger league of nations and balanced reparations while stressing the need for international understandings with the United States.
Washington reports a fragmented note about Samy and Haynes with unclear names and places. The readable fragments suggest a local event or notice involving individuals in Ohio and Washington but the exact action, date, or stakes remain obscured.
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