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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1920
Page
1
Poles and Soviet delegates worked on final armistice terms in Riga with So viet Russian, Polish foreign minister set to join ceremonies. Agreement reportedly includes mutual return of sowers, archives and property, and compensation for losses, while battles shift to the Crimean front and Polish Lithuanian operations pause.
Washington reports Prohibition Commissioner Kramer ordered whiskey withdrawals from bond to curb illegal sales. The ban has been in effect for a month and covers New York City and parts of Pennsylvania. a request from A. V. Dalrymple seeks a similar measure for the Chicago district, though no policy is set yet.
The destroyer Semmes steamed through Ambrose channel using a new sound guide system. Receivers in front of the navigator let him steer by listening to tones emitted from an underwater electric cable. Equal tone strength in both ears indicated the cable straight ahead, while weakening tones signaled drift away.
Washington October 7 The Supreme Court declined to disturb a lower court ruling in Samuel Merritt Hospital suit against the city of Oakland California. The hospital sought to block development of water front lands valued at over 500 000 for a city dock system.
Dr M Tory of the University of Alberta told the Calgary board of trade that solving the separation of oil from sands north of Edmonton could release enough oil to supply the world for 600 years. He expressed confidence that substantial deposits remain globally.
Senator Hiram Johnson of California will depart San Francisco next Saturday to start his eastern campaign for Senator Harding and Governor Coolidge. The AP report notes the tour originates from Republican headquarters in New York. The ICC ordered an investigation into Utah public utilities rate hikes with a hearing set for Salt Lake City on November 1.
Sinn Fein leaders indicate they seek full Irish independence but may accept a broad dominion home rule if a majority in Ireland demands it. The Irish peace council has drafted a plan and will press Premier Lloyd George for initial steps, including a constituent assembly with Ulster representation. Griffith denies Sinn Fein splits and accuses Britain of terror tactics, calls for independence, and cites alleged torture and “planking” raids as evidence of wrongdoing.
Helena October 6 Bungalows built on automobiles are a new craze crossing Montea this summer carrying tourists to the Pacific coast. One house on wheels carried T B Hurley Chicago real estate man and his wife and daughter. Hurley headed to California with a letter from Chicago mayor to San Francisco and his car boasted stove electricity and a pony cart.
Brooklyn ends Cleveland Indians run with a 2 to 1 win as Sherry Smith hurls for the Dodgers and Walter Mails returns to face late-inning danger. Crowds of 20,000 plus witness the autumn thriller as Brooklyn moves toward Cleveland for the four-game set.
Idaho Democrats condemn fusion with the Townley group as Twin Falls Chronicle bolts the ticket. Reports say H F Samuels withdrew to back Nugent, prompting claims of political trading and warnings against nonpartisan league influence on future party tickets.
The report notes continued growth in farm activity with key indicators showing expansion. Officials cited rising production in crops and livestock, signaling a robust agricultural sector amid changing market conditions.
Five members of the Vengeance Gang were found guilty of conspiracy after a trial. Abdul Bey Fabay was convicted alongside three others. authorities describe the group as anti-British and secretive with alleged plots of violence and sedition. Sentences to be determined after further proceedings.
Washington Ga AP Comptroller of the Treasury War unclear text notes possible withholding of a guarantee or funds. The fragment mentions May and a Treasury official in Washington but provides no concrete actions or dates.
Senator Harding arrived in Des Moines for his first campaign address citing support for Cummins' record and urging re election. He warned against ratifying the Versailles covenant and outlined a world association based on constitutional harmony and swift action after election.
Benjamin J. Salmon, a conscientious objector, began a hunger strike while admitted to Elizabeth’s military hospital on the 15th. Attorneys from the Liberties League of New York seek his immediate release as efforts continue to secure his liberty. Despite some forced feeding, Salmon has maintained the protest for eighty four days.
Colonel Robert Lockie and Major Basil Hobba left Halifax at 8 AM heading for Vancouver on a light seaplane. They flew over Saint John at 10:45 AM en route to Riviere du Loup, with plans to resume the flight and switch to land planes if weather in the west requires. No injuries were reported after a crash near Long Beach, 20 miles northeast of Saint John.
Right Reverend Peter T. Rowe known as the Bishop of All Outdoors will celebrate the twenty fifth anniversary of his consecration as Bishop of Alaska on November 30 1920 A public gathering is planned in Juneau to present him a fund of 100000 dollars the annual income to support church work in the territory
New York reports a one half cent drop in refined sugar to 11 cents a pound with raw sugar at 8 cents duty paid. The market movement occurs amid broader political debate tied to the Democratic platform and President Wilson’s proposed international peace league.
Senator Harding faced questions on Ireland and the League of Nations as a large crowd urged clear positions. He said he would not dictate Britain but warned that entering the League could force congressional action to send soldiers if obligations were assumed.
Travelers report a nationwide strike in Portugal with telegraph and telephone workers, naval reservists, bakers, and clock laborers ceasing work. Railways mostly idle though some trains run locally as officials fear a revolutionary aim. Unofficial reports suggest Lisbon may seek a peaceful solution.
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