Germany and American trade after the war warned by economist
Richard Spillani argues in Twin Falls Chronicle that postwar commerce with Germany faces hard barriers. He notes German need for raw materials, high prices, currency depreciation, and the risk of debasing the mark. America should aid Germany cautiously, avoiding cartel restoration while permitting necessary recovery. He warns consular gaps and strict credit terms will shape any German import drive.
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Aess
Twin Falls
Chronicle
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Switland
Hjolland
Spain
America
Amerean
Cgermany
Peach Season on the Beaches Too
A 1919 fashion feature celebrates summer resort swimwear, praising modern costumes for freedom of movement and striking color. It highlights a black waterproof tafetta suit with green and white rubber cap, and a blue jersey ensemble with scarlet rubber floral turban.
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Demoiselle
War warnings boost coal price and German supply fears
The piece outlines alarm over coal prices driven by wartime finance and German demand for raw materials including cotton and eggs. It notes Germany’s likely continued need for low grade cotton and fats, plus a call for Germans to work to rebuild their economy, with Uncle Sam’s interest in U.S. production. It also reports Director General Hines warning against exaggerated coal shortages and potential price hikes, amid car shortages in bituminous districts. The article references congressional questions on coal car availability and transport impacts.
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Manchester
America
England
Germany
Senate
Coastal strike and floods drive ship shortages and car surpluses
Strike of marine workers on the coast, along with floods and other operating difficulties, has caused shortages. Simultaneously, there remain small surpluses of open top cars in some regions, mainly in the western areas.
Expenditures in Russia Hit 370 Million Says White Paper
London reports British expenditures for naval and military operations in Russia from the armistice date through July end totaling 370 million pounds. The official white paper issued today details funding and scope of operations.
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London
Russia
Raiders Attack Guaymas Suburb Killing Child
About 200 marauders said to be Yaqui Indians attacked a Guaymas suburb on the western Mexican coast last Sunday, killing one child, according to travelers arriving from Guaymas.
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Ariz
Guaymas
Mexico
Warfield plan advocates push for rail reorganization
Aug 15. Advocates of the Warfield plan, offering stockholders a flat 6 percent minimum return, closed their case before the House Interstate Commerce Committee. Forney Johnston and Samuel H Beach argued the plan could be implemented with private management return and without disrupting business. The committee will hear further witnesses as the bill progresses, with railway executives next week.
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House Interastate Commerce Committee
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National Association of Owners of Railroad Securities
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Savings Banka Association of New York
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Reach
Railway Executive Advisory Committee
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Working in Alaska Salvation Army Maintains Winter Effort
The Salvation Army keeps its Alaska work active, peaking in winter while residents are away trapping in summer. Noted piano tuner G Hull is available at Rogerson Hotel via phone 84, Sept 3.
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Alaskan
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Rogerson Hotel
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