Government Issues Priority Orders on Coal Shipments
Government actions declare an emergency in coal transport east of the Mississippi. The Interstate Commerce Commission orders preferred coal routing, forbids reassignment, and directs car allocations to mines and public utilities. President Harding rejects forcing workers and signals possible alternative plans if needed.
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Ohio
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Kentucky
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Clamms Paid Ten Dollars to Kill Deputy Sheriff
Reno report says an informant confessed to a police chief that a suspect was hired to kill Deputy Sheriff Frank Brennan on railroad strike duty in Tracy California. The killer was paid ten dollars by a tall man who worked in a roundhouse and lured Brennan to an isolated spot before shooting. Railroad detectives and a Stockton deputy sheriff investigate the confession.
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Brennan
Stockton
Calinia
Coal Strike Summary and Federal Action Initiated
The Associated Press reports a coal strike summary noting the govern ment program to control coal begins to function within eight hours. Senate labor committee Chairman Borah calls for federal measures and asks President to appoint a panel and make recommendations to Congress. Conferences plan a mine tie up and anthracite field actions are carried out locally.
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Austome
Ooo
Fonnapitas
Borah Seeks Federal Coal Commission to Probe Industry
Senate Labor Committee Chairman Borah introduces a resolution proposing a three member federal coal commission. The panel would study nationalization, regulation, mine standardization, living costs, and production overhead to report to Congress within nine months. One member would be named by the National Coal Association, one by the United Mine Workers, and a public member appointed by the president.
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United Coal Commission
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United Mine Workers
Labor federation calls August conference on rights abridged
The Pennsylvania federation of labor on July 25 issued a call for a preliminary Harrisburg conference on August 2 to discuss constitutional rights amid coal and rail strikes. It outlines political action against candidates who condone or ignore such methods and warns of a repeat of a feared reign of terror against workers.
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Harrisburg
Pennsylvania Federation of Labor Today
Sproul
Legion Demands Full Hospital Care for Wounded Veterans
American Legion officials press for expansive hospital care under Langley appropriations. Colonel Sprague warns General Sawyer about thousands of mental cases still in contract and government facilities. The exchange emphasizes near-home care, adequate beds, and opposition to wasteful spending while urging veterans’ rehabilitation and dignity.
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Legion
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Great Lakes Naval Training Station
Veterans Bureau
Paca Tan
Hoover announces emergency coal control plan details
Washington July 25 officials outlined a plan to regulate coal distribution and curb unfair prices during a strike emergency. Secretary Hoover said ratification was expected within 48 hours and local committees would be appointed if districts refused cooperation. The plan covers all coal production including non union and union fields and teams with industry and government to ensure steady supply.
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Ose
Hooves
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Justice
Dominenca Aitestens Ie Cooth
Sevidesten
Wayfarer show joins season with biblical historical themes
A Seattle venue hosts a spectacular production blending biblical and historical themes in its second season. The project aims to match the prestige of the Oberammergau Passion Play enjoyed in Europe.
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Seattle
Wash
Europe
Oberammergau
Triet Head and Sigpra Mentioned in Prelate Speech
A brief item notes Triet Head and Sigpra referenced in the sermon or speech delivered by a Prelate. The exact context or details are unreadable in the fragment.
Robbery Report at Hollywood Police Station District
Ray Stewart of San Francisco reported to the Hollywood police that three men accosted him at a dinner event, relieved him of $175 and his watch, and damaged his clothing during the incident. The details include a courtesy committee welcome to strangers and subsequent theft of his belongings.
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Los Angeles
Ray Stewart
Sam Francisco
Hollywood
Railroad strike picketing arrest in Huntington
Miss Alice Hazard a C O railroad telephone operator was arrested here last night for violating a federal court injunction barring strikers from interfering with the road. She was charged with calling a working operator a scab.
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Huntington
W. Va
Alice Hazard
Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad
Tetrameter Wins Steward's Cup at Goodwood
Goodwood scene as Tetrameter, the Tetrarch from Mandota, claims the Steward's Cup a 1000 sovereign handicap for three year olds and arene over six furlongs on the course.
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Tetrameter
Mandota
Toy
Paris Jewel Robbery Involving Wanamaker Heiress
Paris police report Mrs. Gunnee Munn daughter of Rodman Wanamaker of New York robbed of a platinum bracelet set with gems valued at 000 francs. Le Journal notes several of the cleverest detectives have been assigned to the case but no plausible clues have been found.
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Paris
Gunnee Munn
Rodman Wanamaker
New York
le Journal Today
Veral
Aris
Seattle Chamber sponsors $3 million hotel bonds
Seattle residents subscribed about 5,000 people to bonds totaling $3,000,000 to finance a new hotel project in Seattle. The Chamber of Commerce sponsors the enterprise as a community effort, with the goal of supporting local development.
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Seattle
Wash
Chamber of Commerce
Crisis Deepens Nationwide As Coal And Food Shortages Hit
National distress grows as coal and food supplies shrink across regions. The report notes widespread shortages and rising concerns, with police responding to mounting disruptions and merchant thefts tied to the crisis.
Government Pressure Grows Over Railroad Strike
Washington July 8 AP report says the labor board remains the sole federal authority to handle the rail strike while President Harding coordinates with all actions. Government officials note potential moves to prevent a transportation breakdown, with calls for railroad executives to resume service and transport control powers cited as possible yet unlikely tools.
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White House
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Labor Board Chief Comments on Strike Deal Reach
Chicago July 25 AP says Chairman Ben Hooper notes the White House informs him the labor board is the sole agency through which the government will handle the strike situation. He calls the claim interesting and says there is nothing for them to say at this end.
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Chicago
Ben Hooper
Labor Board
Associated Press
White House
Shipyard Strike Developments Reported Amid Repair Contracts
Fragmentary AP dispatch from New York July 25 notes early shipyard wage talks and ongoing repair contract activity. The report mentions survey steps, strike leaders, and potential developments in the U S shipbuilding labor dispute.
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