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Newspaper
Twin Falls Chronicle
Location
Twin Falls, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1920
Page
2
Editor Robert H Stevenson announces Twin Falls Idaho post office second class mail status and subscription pricing details. Mentions Associated Press rights for republication of dispatched news and local coverage, with reserved rights for special dispatches and local material.
The Federation of Labor backs the six hour day, yet argues against it as impractical. It notes six hours would reduce output and harm society until production can meet demand, aided by labor-saving methods and wartime waste recovery. It remains cautious about sweeping reductions.
Farmers brace for rail freight hikes as the Kansas State Grange petitions the Interstate Commission to shield agriculture from discriminatory rates. Spokespersons argue farm products are vital yet bear the burden while opponents push wider industry advantages amid high food prices and inflation. Political notes suggest narrow electability factors influence candidates.
Wounded soldiers at Walter Reed hospital discover used playing decks marked with faint knife point indentations on high cards. Investigations show markings occurred before arrival at the hospital, suggesting a Washington club or social circle supplied decks already altered. The story highlights wartime social contrasts in Washington.
An apparatus from Siamese antiquity, unearthed at the National Museum in New York, shows early moving pictures. Leather figures on racks were hand‑pushed before a white cloth screen, with a lone operator narrating a five reel drama of royal love and betrayal.
Australia’s cadets under compulsory home defense blend sport with training. General Brand, veteran leader, promotes senior cadet work paired with athletics to spur rivalry across Victoria battalions brigades and training areas. The program wins strong support from cadets and citizen committees, fostering unity, skill and discipline.
Belgrade, capital of Serbia, is described as a shell of its former self. The piece recalls its former modern amenities, coffee houses and gardens, and contrasts peaceful social life with the impact of conflict on the city and its people.
An unclear OCR fragment depicts a seedy citizen complaining about taxes and sympathy from landlords. The text mentions a landlord named Fionn and a tenant described as especially desirable, with garbled dialogue about tenants, legal or civic matters, and city street references.
Buenos Aires June 23 The statement by Howard Figg special assistant to the attorney general at Washington says the United States government is not connected with the purchase of 14 000 tons of Argentine sugar beyond using influence to lift export restrictions Officials noted that President Irigoyen allowed exports by an American ambassador and that the sugar was bought through an American trading company for the United States Department of Justice and the move followed a government transaction.
Government in Cilicia proclaims an independent Armenian government under French protection. Advices say the French are withdrawing troops and concentrating at Mersina, leaving Armenians to carry on against Mustapha Kemal Pasha's forces.
Mexico City June 23. In an interview Roberto V. Pesquiera the Mexican revolutionary financial agent in the United States urged moralization of the northern frontier states. He said we are judged by the outside world largely upon these states and attacked conditions alleged to prevail at Ma Juana. He added that Mexicans in the north did not share the fear of North Americans held by many in the south.
Mexico City reports that Babbino Duvalos, former Mexican charge d affaires in Washington, has been named envoy to Germany. The foreign office announced the appointment tonight.
Montague was brought before Police Judge Minnick on a case brought by the Gri i attorney. It was alleged he owed a board bill for about six months. He was released after promising to pay a fixed weekly amount until the bill is discharged.
Tuesday night Duffy Reed a truck driver was arrested by Traffic Officer Frank Milton for cutting the corner at Main Avenue and Third Street East. In police court yesterday he was fined $2.50 and costs.
New York reports a three ton truck has set a world coast to coast record by traveling 3451 miles from Los Angeles to New York in 13 days 13 hours and 15 minutes arriving Sunday night. The previous record was 17 days 8 hours set in 1948.
The snow scenes in The Mints of Hell release by Exhibitors Mutual showcase real snow on a Yukon Arctic winter trail. William Desmond stars as Dan Burke with Park Frame directing a strong cast in a tale of Flat Gold, perilous journeys, and audacious treasure seekers amid harsh Alaskan contrasts.
Judge Barton says a decision is near as efforts to fix hundreds of scales and tables continue. The latest strike expands from the east to midwest towns with fifty switchmen quitting at Savannah Illinois and men walking out in Chicago Burlington and Quincy yards. A mass meeting of railroad vacationists is planned for Friday to demand restoration of seniority rights.
Poultry market notice from Twin Falls listing sales on Tuesday Thursday and Saturday at Independent Market. Vendors and buyers urged to attend for poultry purchases and market updates.
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