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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1921
Page
1
Chicago and Washington move toward a general rail strike as union leaders review vote results and await cooperation from the Brotherhoods. J C Smock and other officials say action hinges on firm promises from the crafts and unions, with a mediation path explored by the I C C and White House talks ongoing.
Illinois miners retract funding sent to Kansas supporters in the Howat case against the mining law. A letter from Walter Nesbitt requests the return of $43,000 of the $100,000 fund believed to be the Kansas Sunday district’s balance, sent about 18 months ago.
A Birmingham afternoon bulletin notes an assault on a priest with limited details available. Authorities have not released full information, and no arrests are confirmed at this time.
Fragmentary report depicts a courtroom scene with a defendant named Guseman and witnesses including Stephenon. The text mentions a question about the race of a witness, a defense response, and a judge presiding as thirty eight minutes of testimony unfold.
Fire destroyed two large potato warehouses in Pavo Georgia on Tuesday night around 6 30 pm. The blaze spread quickly and threatened a nearby lumber milling plant and a gasoline tank before being contained. No fatalities were reported though property losses were significant and authorities assisted from Thomasville.
In Chicago on Oct 20 observers say the prospect of a major railroad strike cannot be postponed but may be settled after a conference involving the President and railroad leaders. The discussion focused on avoiding disruption and reaching a negotiated agreement.
Washington observers seek a definite program to avert the threatened railroad strike. Officials discuss the Adamson act and Esch Cummins issues while unions urge acceptance of reduced rates and prompt return to normal service. Joseph H. DeFrees of the Chamber of Commerce predicts business groups will lead national recovery if the strike occurs.
Washington October 20. Interstate Commerce Commission planned to announce decisions on proposed freight rate cuts for grain hay feed and lumber after a conference on railroad agitation attended by President and Chairman McChord and Acting Attorney General Goff.
In Paris on October 20 a British suspected device linked to war-era activity was found in the residence of American citizen Herrick. Authorities are investigating an explosion and the incident sparks horror among officials and the public.
London reports on Britain considering establishing a naval base in Bermuda and other sites while noting international remarks from Prime Minister Hughes of Australia about a recent speech. The fragment mentions Jessiolal and the context of understanding.
Fragmentary court report notes ongoing trial activity with a jury, several defendants and a solicitor involved. Mentions Mr. Claraned and Mr. Austin with references to a grand jury and docket clearing plans. text is garbled and partial.
Washington D C Oct 20 A list of stockyards under the Packers and Stockyards Act to be supervised by the Secretary of Agriculture on November first was made public It includes Milles Union stockyards Atlanta National stockyards Jacksonville Moultrie stockyards Moultrie Ga Dublin stockyards Dublin Ge
Wasington D. C. Oct 20 The Dyer anti lynching bill imposing heavy penalties was ordered favorably reported by the House judiciary committee today.
A fragmentary report discusses Pittsburgh welfare aid and public education funding. It references payments, crippling costs, and a sister’s view on care, with numbers indicating large sums and social implications.
A Boston resident Mrs Obie Jones driving the Cadillac collided first with an Essex at Broad and Monroe streets. The crash fractured Mrs J M Jones wrist. later the same Cadillac rear ended the Hanaw Essex leading to a fracture for Mrs Herring and a bruise for a boy, with medical attention given.
Washington October 20 provisions of the tax revision bill would exempt portions of incomes of foreign traders and foreign trade corporations derived from sources outside the United States. Opponents led by Senator La Follette prepared to continue efforts to strike them out as the Senate took up the measure again.
Madison Wis Oct 20 Unemployment will be one of the principal subjects before the annual conference of Governors to be held at Charleston S C on December fifth. Other subjects include agricultural credit taxation freight rates government decentralization extradition and uniform laws for cooperative associations.
Pittsburgh reports a fourth price increase for crude oil this month as principal purchasing agents announce higher energy costs. The move affects refiners and distributors amid a tightening market.
General Armando Diaz Italy's war chief arrived in New York and planned a motor trip to Oyster Bay to lay a wreath on the grave of the late Col Roosevelt. He received a rousing welcome after landing at the Battery and will visit Washington to pay respects to the President before a national tour.
The market opened with a 25 cent per barrel rise in multiple grades. The higher prices are expected to boost both domestic sales and exports.
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