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Newspaper
Twin Falls Chronicle
Location
Twin Falls, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1919
Page
1
Violence erupts across Chicago's south side. Seven killed and scores wounded as whites and Black residents clash. National Guard mobilized. police struggle to estimate casualties amid widespread looting and street battles.
Washington July 28 The special defensive treaty with France, which Republican senators say President Wilson is withholding from the senate in violation of its terms, probably will be submitted for ratification soon. The stalled pact may affect the president’s travel plans as officials weigh the diplomatic move.
Washington July 28 The federal trade commission says Swift Armour Morris Cudahy and Wilson control day to day livestock prices. They hold interests in most major market yards and voting stock in many others and use market power to deter independent buyers and limit meat supply. They hold over 73 percent of interstate meat trade and influence dressed meat prices.
Romae July 28 The Italian government plans a decree lifting the embargo on German and Austrian imports and providing for the resumption of trade with Italy’s former enemies. The measure signals a postwar economic policy shift and aims to restore normal commerce while addressing wartime disruptions.
By AP report from Little Rock on July 28 both chambers of the Arkansas legislature approved the federal woman suffrage amendment. Arkansas becomes the 12th state to ratify the proposed amendment.
Washington July 28 Lewis Williams of Pocatello Idaho was nominated by President Wilson to be collector of internal revenue for the district of Idaho a new office.
Liverpool July 29 The dock workers strike has been settled and work will resume today. The strikers say the settlement is greatly in their favor.
William H. Rocap local sports writer sues George L Tex Rickard for 5000 damages alleging slander. Suit based on July 6 statement after Willard Dempsey fight in which Rocap allegedly tried blackmail Rickard for 1000, a claim Rocap says untrue.
Johnny Kilbane, featherweight champion, edged Joey Fox of England in a fast six round bout at National League Baseball Park. Kilbane landed sharp left hooks and right crosses, dominating much of the fight as Fox remained on his feet despite hard blows.
A fragmented report notes Champion Dempsey arrived today amid promoter hype. The tale mentions Salt Lake area avant promotions and a pending public reception for the fighter.
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