22 Mar 1921
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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1921
Page
1
Berlin reports Germany will reject the Allies demand for one billion marks gold by March 23 to apply to reparations. The reparations commission has said Germany paid little of the twenty billion marks due by May 1 and the German reply is being drafted for submission within 48 hours.
In Madrid a faction including Santiago Albia former finance minister Meliquia Alvarez leader of the reformist party and Alejandro Lerroux radical head in the chamber plan an energetic campaign to block legislation if the government remains conservative especially in finances. Reporters complain of restricted access to the premier after a cabinet meeting and say the government will issue direct reports to editors and publish a communique in La Epoca, which has limited circulation.
Washington report says South America offers opportunities for American shippers in agriculture. A statement notes nearly 700,000 meat units and describes cooperation with individuals and breeding associations planning to engage in livestock trade with South America.
Paria dispatch notes Paris press reaction to the Sunday plebiscite in Upper Silesia. Journalists predict mining districts in western and southern Upper Silesia could go to Poland or the Allies and say France will be satisfied with the outcome.
The forestry service asked if anyone wanted a buffalo and received an overwhelming flood of requests. A little girl sent two cents hoping for a baby buffalo for her yard zoo while a farmer sought a family playfellow. Stockmen eyed cross breeding as wild west shows rushed in inquiries by telegram and mail, exhausting supply.
Growing unease over Japan's military program fuels criticism abroad and prompts a new international peace association. Three hundred prominent Japanese including Viscount Uchida and Viscount Kato form the group to dispel misunderstandings and promote better ties with the United States and China. Leaders condemn charges of militarism while noting parliamentary divisions over armament curtailment.
Bishop Yokiyasu Hira Iwa of the Japan Methodist church met in New York and said Count Shidehara advised the Harding administration may adopt the Morris Shidehara agreement to settle the Japanese situation in California. He noted Japan favors immigration in the western hemisphere and seeks reduced armament amid high taxes. He urged U S action to reach a pact, predicting a warm Japanese response if terms are right.
In Orange Texas on March 22 AP reports St. Louis fans express strong support for the National League club with bold talk of winning the pennant this season and a commitment to buy large quantities of newspaper stock if the team succeeds.
Five men, alleged to be wanted in the Wall Street bomb case, were brought from Rio de Janeiro to New Orleans aboard the Rushville. The German or Russian sailors, aged 25 to 35, were shackled and held incommunicado in custody, after a series of fights on the City of Alton and in Rio de Janeiro.
Russian Bolsheviki forces have occupied Batum after the Turkish Nationalists evacuated. Soviet government established. city swiftly pillaged before order was restored. Local populace greeted the Bolsheviki with enthusiasm.
Montreal dispatch reports over five thousand workers at the Angus shops of the Canadian Pacific were notified that operations would be shut for a day and resume the next. The holiday was declared as a necessary cost reduction measure.
Salt Lake City March 22 Governor Charles Mabey vetoed a bill fixing boundary lines of lands along Great Salt Lake and related provisions. The measure would regulate creation and use of lands by accretion or reliction and the sale or lease of the same by the state.
Major Fred R. Reed, Idaho reclamation leader and influential public figure, was found dead in room 321 of the Bannock hotel after retiring about 10 pm. Officials believe death resulted from natural causes or a stroke. funeral plans await confirmation of burial location, with relatives and friends notified. Reed, born August 8, 1858 in Jersey City, had long served Idaho and led the Idaho Reclamation Association, shaping western development and migration efforts.
Kiwanis members paused luncheon at the Peck Hotel to honor Major Fred Reed. A funeral service date was announced and York leaders and press officials offered praise, noting his service and influence among colleagues.
President Harding issues proclamation for a special session of Congress at noon April 11 1921 to receive executive communication. Tariff and tax revision expected as main topics with immigration transportation packing coal regulation and other issues likely on the docket.
In Havana on March 22, Lieut Jarstines of the Cuban army is dead and Carlos Martinez Anaya, editor of Sol of Santiago de Cuba, is jailed after a shooting at the newspaper offices. The clash followed an editorial comment on examinations conducted under Lieut Jarstines.
Balt City reports Louis Bakke held on auto theft in California and brought to Utah. He is also wanted in California on charges of issuing 35 worthless checks, with authorities from that county seeking him.
The Department of Agriculture urged preservation of marshes and wetlands to support migratory wildfowl. Reports from the Biological Survey indicate an uptick in wild birds, and under proper conditions water farming of lakes ponds and swampy lands could yield greater returns than drainage for agriculture.
Federal Prohibition Agents S F Beckett and Arch Woods were shot and killed near El Paso while pursuing liquor reports on a ranch owned by Neil T Sigarnen. The posse, alerted by a tip, approached the house. a shout to halt preceded a volley that mortally wounded both officers.
Camden New Jersey March 22 The superdreadnought Colorado will be launched today at the yards of the New York Ship building company Mrs Max Melville of Denver Colorado daughter of United States Senator Nicholson will act as sponsor for the great vessel Assistant Secretary of the Navy Theodore Roosevelt will witness the launching
Theodore Roosevelt and Senator Nicholson attended the christening as the Colorado slid down the ways into the Delaware amid cheers from invited guests and crowds. The 16,000 ton hull features eight 16 inch guns and fourteen 5 inch guns with advanced torpedo protection and electric propulsion. Maryland and Washington and West Virginia also planned, forming a powerful trio of 1916 authorized ships.
United States District Attorney filed a complaint in federal court charging Jeremy Roland R. Pothier in Seattle Washington. The document records the formal charge against the individual and names the involved parties and jurisdiction.
Washington march 22 ap an agreement between the five big meat packers and their employees toward amicable adjustment of wage and other disputes was forecast ahead of a second joint conference with Secretary Davis at the labor department. Progress toward a settlement was reported with Hoover and Wallace not required at the joint session and private conferences continuing to aim for final terms later today.
Mosbach Germany March 22 The trial of Americans Carl Neuf Franz Mer and four Germans resumes before the local criminal court. Neuf and Zimmer face illegal possession charges while Neuf also faces a charge of assault related to injuries from a shooting during an attempted arrest of Bergdoll. The defendants include Gustav Steiger Gottfried Kiem August Farmbach and Herr Hildeb.
Toronto reports J Doughty charged with jilts of bonds valued at 105000 from employer Ambrose Smal magnate held in custody at arraignment. Doughty pleaded not guilty as details of the case emerged.
Toronto March 92 AP report outlines deficits in government owned roads and rail systems. The article notes impending reorganization measures to reduce costs and prevent further losses over the coming year.
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