06 Dec 1920
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Newspaper
The Richmond Palladium And Sun Telegram
Location
Richmond, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1920
Page
1
Washington dispatch reports Republican leaders at Marion Ohio debate tariff policy for the next administration. Many favor a high tariff and rapid action, with talk of farm product embargoes. A minority urges study of wartime shifts in trade and finance before policy is set.
Reports from Greece indicate an overwhelming majority favor recalling Constantine. In Athens crowds of up to 240000 celebrated outside the king's palace as counts from Piraeus showed large support and preparations for Constantine’s return continued.
The Shipping Board begins hearings on allowing preferential rail rates for commodities moved to American vessels. The inquiry follows a survey showing adequate port shipping, with Chairman Benson signaling a likely ICC recommendation to activate the preferential rate section to help U S merchants compete with foreign lines.
The Supreme Court, in a decision read by Justice Clark, sustains monopoly charges against the Lehigh Valley Railroad and affiliates under the Sherman antitrust act. It orders redistribution of Last Valley stock per government contention that common ownership by owners and directors restricted trade. The court also holds proof of violation of the conspiracies clause in forming the Lehigh Coal Sales Company.
The Lennard liquor case, a pool room and cigar shop owner on North Ninth street, was arraigned Monday on a prohibition charge. Indicted, the motion to quash was overruled and trial set for the week of January 10. Other defendants pleaded not guilty and had cases deferred due to crowded court dockets. Meanwhile in Indianapolis a federal grand jury began examining 500 witnesses on alleged liquor law violations, with jury activity stretching to January 31 and possible reopenings of coal conspiracy cases pending.
Poland seeks a commercial agreement with Germany as key to economic recovery and reconstruction. Nikola Grabski, former finance minister and National Democratic Party leader, argues talks with Germany are essential despite political tensions. The memorial to the Polish cabinet sparked wide attention and public debate. Separately, U.S. miners and anthracite operators met to discuss reopening a previously agreed wage scale.
Senator Harding told the Senate today he foresees cooperation between the White House and Congress. He avoided pledges on policy but urged mutual confidence and service as he spoke after Lodge announced his presence in the new session. He said he would strive for common ground with the opposing party wherever possible.
Rep. and W Mondell, Republican leader of the house, has broken his leg twice in recent months yet remains active in the capital. He hobble and uses crutches, with his daughter Dorothy assisting him during duties.
Argentina’s proposed amendment to the League of Nations covenant, including the removal of Article X, was referred to a committee for next session. Honorio Pueyrredón said Argentina would depart the Assembly midweek, signaling potential withdrawal from the League.
New York Dec 6 The sub-treasury will cease to exist after the close of business today The Federal Reserve Bank will take possession of the building and transfer about 100 employees to its staff The New York Treasury founded in 1845 has housed vaults of gold silver and paper money and stood at the heart of the city’s financial district
The Pacific system, moving from the west through the Rocky Mountains, brings snow or rain to the southwest tonight or Tuesday and likely to Indiana. Wayne County expects snow or rain with little temperature change. The Friday Saturday storm has moved out. another follows the same path with no extreme cold ahead.
President Wilson told the congressional committee he would communicate with Congress rather than address it in person. The White House visit featured a brisk entrance by Champ Clark with a cane as members noted a hollow voice and difficulty hearing.
At the American Farm Bureau convention in Indianapolis on December 6 the group adopted unanimous resolutions urging Congress to provide immediate relief for farmers. They called for extension and renewal of farm obligations re discounted through Federal Reserve banks and urged embargoes on imports of US agricultural products while seeking active trade relations with Europe. The Fed board was asked to renew and extend farmers loans without delay.
Paris reports that the next inter allied conference will be held in France in about twenty days, according to Baltic sources. The news comes amid ongoing Allied diplomacy as December moves forward.
The works board met with citizens and Mayor Zimmerman to discuss alleged collusion in bidding for a $175 000 city light plant equipment contract. Lyons, the consulting engineer, was consulted as reports about bids and bidders were reviewed.
City officials and the mayor convened at city hall to probe charges of bid collusion on a $175 000 municipal light plant equipment contract. Westinghouse representative T H Hayes testified about an alleged court injunction threat, while Clarence Kleinknecht denied involvement and threatened libel action.
Wayne County Automobile Dealers association hosts an auto show featuring thirteen makes from nine dealers and two accessory firms. The display uses two floors of the Manlove and Wilson building on South Seventh street with decorations by Beck of Cincinnati. The event runs Thursday to Saturday from 1 PM to 10 PM, with Ladies Night Friday and a program of live music, souvenirs, and vaudeville acts. Admission 45 cents with tax.
London reports brief that Winston Spencer Churchill, then secretary for war, is favored to become chancellor of the exchequer succeeding Austen Chamberlain. Support for his nomination comes from influential quarters in Downing Street. A dispatch from Allahabad claimed he might be appointed viceroy of India.
City officials clash over turbine and switchboard bids with claims of misdirection and inflated costs. Witnesses include A. Davies of General Electric and remarks about Lyons and Westinghouse. The hearing continues with bids scrutinized under city specifications.
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