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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1920
Page
1
London reports mass killings and wide violence in Dublin as Irish disorders escalate. Fourteen killed and dozens wounded in a day of targeted shootings. football crowds at Croke Park left panicked as auxiliaries fired on spectators.
In London today the House of Commons saw violent scenes during Ireland questions. Nationalist Joseph Devlin and a Unionist member clashed, prompting the sitting to be suspended.
London, Nov. 22 Sir Hamar Greenwood, chief secretary for Ireland, told the House of Commons that recent discoveries revealed plans by paid assassins to destroy life and property in both England and Ireland.
In Dublin on Sunday a wave of assassinations and shootings in Croke Park leaves twenty six dead and seventy hospitalized. Police and emergency services report a chaotic scene with widespread casualties and ongoing investigations into the attackers. Authorities urge residents to stay indoors as searches continue.
Dublin reports a broad murder wave at football games with at least fourteen men killed in coordinated attacks and swift reprisals amid ongoing civil violence in Ireland.
Fourteen people were killed and six wounded in a coordinated assault while in bed at a Dublin lodging house. The incident targeted military officers and former officers, with details continuing on page sight.
Representatives of Georgia industries led by Gov. Dorsey arrived in Boston to tour industrial centers. They visited Massachusetts Tech laboratories where Prof. Henry Talbott welcomed them, and Gov. Coolidge hosted a reception on behalf of the state.
A cablegram from Washington reports Brazil has lifted the embargo on food products by a Congress decree. The food controller's order allows government stockpiling to meet national needs during scarcity.
Tokio reports Japan pooled its rights in three Chinese railroads with a consortium of nations to finance Chinese engagements. Nichi Nichi questions whether Japan’s sacrifice is too great while Kokumin Shimbun says the move reduces Japan to parity with England and the United States and harms Asia for Asiastics.
Riga Nov 22 The Russo Polish peace talks resumed after Moscow ordered Polish withdrawal to the state frontier. Russian envoy said the move clears the way for settlement.
President elect Harding nears the Panama Canal on the steamship Parismina. The party should reach Cristobal by morning and begin a five day canal zone visit with plans still developing. A government tug may carry him through the canal.
Washington November 22 The Census Bureau reports cotton ginned before November 14 reached 8 920 776 running bales, over 1 300 000 more than a year ago. State tallies include Georgia 1 167 340 Alabama 505 936 South Carolina 1 097 797.
Geneva November 22. M Viviani proposes a League of Nations council conference with powers to form a force to stop hostilities in Armenia. The assembly adopts the resolution. Also in Geneva Germany protests the distribution method of mandates among Allies and may be brought to committee without debate.
Warsaw reports negotiators from Soviet Russia and Poland have ended negotiations at Riga. Refugees, both civilians and soldiers, flood the southeastern frontier as Bolshevik forces push forward, prompting mass withdrawal for safety.
New York November 22 Mayor Ole Hansen of Seattle testifies to the House immigration committee that everybody from everywhere in Europe is trying to emigrate to the United States to escape conditions of discomfort and congestion Hansen returned Saturday from a visit to Europe and is quoted on the forthcoming testimony.
Heavyweights Zybroko and Strangler Lewis clash in New York tonight to decide who will challenge Joe Stecher for the world championship. The match will be one fall in catch as catch can.
In Athens on November 22, members of the new Greek cabinet intensify efforts to establish the regime and reinstate thousands of functionaries and officers removed by former Premier Venizelos. The ministry seeks moderation toward Venizelos followers as Polis is urged to continue as foreign minister. Gounaris assures Americans the nation is now united.
Representatives of Georgia Tech traveled to New Haven to request Yale football scheduling for next season. Yale officials consider adding Georgia Tech to the year schedule as part of their future opponents.
Belgrade reports Prince Regent Alexander has ratified the Rapallo Treaty settling Adriatic questions between Italy and Jugo-Slavia. The announcement confirms the agreement reached to resolve disputes over the coast and waters in the region.
In Fiume on November 22 Gabrielle d Annunzio declares unwavering opposition to accepting the Rapallo treaty and vows to continue fighting until Italy's just claims are met.
Western Union Telegraph Company filed in the District of Columbia supreme court for an injunction to stop Secretary Daniels from meddling in laying a telegraph cable between Miami and Miami Beach Florida. The petition also seeks orders to have naval officers cease threats to destroy the cable. The suit notes the injunction would cover a different line than the Barbadoes cable blocked months ago by warships at Miami.
The president weighs a set of clemency appeals today and, within days, is expected to issue the usual batch of pardons granted at Thanksgiving time. The process follows past practice and reflects the administration's approach to justice and mercy.
Paris reports France signals support for Constantine’s return with a note to Greeks detailing consequences including loss of financial aid. Leygues to press Lloyd George for joint note as plebiscite appears likely to favor restoration. Washington dispatch cites Army inspector general urging immediate reform of surplus stores disposal and hospital and uniform abuses at Camp Benning.
The national board of farm organizations met in Washington to discuss possible congressional relief measures for farmers hit by falling prices. Revival of the War Finance Corporation is among topics. Agricultural state congressmen plan a joint committee meeting to review relief actions this session.
Senator Calder, chairman of the Senate Reconstruction Committee, said Congress must repeal the excess profits tax or exempt real estate lands from the income tax to encourage building. He cited four main factors in poor housing and noted hearings across major cities.
The Interstate Commerce Commission disapproved proposed cancellations and increases in water rates for lumber and related goods. The disputed schedules would have applied to carload shipments from shipping points in the Carolinas Georgia Florida and Eastern Alabama to Baltimore Philadelphia New York Boston and other destinations carrying identical rates.
Three armed men robbed the Metropolitan Trust Company branch at Pennsylvania and Winebiddle Avenues in Pittsburgh shortly before noon. They escaped with a considerable sum of money, according to reports.
An official notes improvements in labor conditions after acknowledging prior issues of inefficiency and high costs for labor, lumber, materials, fuel, and transportation amid ongoing economic pressures.
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