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Newspaper
Twin Falls Chronicle
Location
Twin Falls, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1920
Page
6
The Associated Press reports a proposed exploration tour focusing on tribes between the Magdalena River and the Andean highlands. It notes resistance by Indians and a legend of a rich gold age, later exchanged for copper and iron tools with Spaniards.
Sir Robert Borden arrived in Halifax from Liverpool for health reasons and will meet Lady Borden in New York to accompany him south. He was unable to state when he would resume duties and declined comment on conditions in England or here.
Rio de Janeiro Feb 28. Catholic clergy have launched a campaign against prevailing feminine attire in large Brazilian cities. A bishop recently advised his followers to resist current fashion and promote modest dress. The movement reflects tensions between church officials and urban modernity.
A pastoral letter denounces excessive nudity in feminine garments as a moral danger. It cites inappropriate attire and notes the Archbishop's concern. Monsignor Maxiana is mentioned in connection with the discussion on decency and climate related excuses.
A coalition of foreign trade organizations meeting under the National Foreign Trades Council decided to carry a measure to Congress eliminating commercial attaches of the Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce. The action aims to advance export and import organizations in the United States by presenting the proposal directly to Washington through a representatives committee.
Plans for a summer expedition by a University of Allah group to probe newly created national park ruins in Utah’s southwestern region aim to examine large adobe houses perched on inaccessible cliffs. Rope rescues may enable access as long-range photos suggest intact preservation of the cities. The report also notes a Times dispatch: Captain Cockerell and Mechanician Corby were injured in a Cairo to Cape flight crash at Tabora German East Africa. repair requires dismantling and sea return to Egypt.
London reports reveal the smoke screens of Ostend and Zeebrugges were created from an acid burnt in water vapor. Commander Brock, who died in the assault on German defenses at the Belgian port, devised a spray system feeding the acid into a destroyer funnel where heat vaporized it and water vapor completed the cloud formation.
Washington February 28 The House unanimously refused to appropriate one million dollars for use on July 1 to curb liquor smuggling across the Canadian and Mexican borders. The expenditure would be useless, said Chairman Good. Representative Cannon of Illinois argued only the army navy and coast guard could halt smuggling while demand persists.
Manila reports 261 million cigars sent to the United States last year, down 3.7 million from the prior year. Officials say the drop reflects wartime shipping shifts allowing direct exports to Europe rather than reduced American consumption.
Witnesses examined today by United States Attorney L V Humphreys in Portland Oregon as part of a federal grand jury investigation into M Hy Houser vice president of United States Grain Corp. The inquiry, started after charges of price manipulation, will likely extend into next week.
New York February 27 Associated Press reports a heated fight against proposed reductions in appropriations. Debates focus on commercial attachments and budget priorities, with opponents arguing adverse effects on services and economy.
A fashion note highlights new spring suits featuring a tailored silhouette with three quarter length sleeves and a prominent belt. Belts in leather and metal, plus wide use of trims such as braids stitchery fringe and embroidery, reflect an exotic influence with metallic accents enriching the overall look.
Fe 28. The name of the late Colonel William F. Cody Buffalo Bill, last of the great frontier figures, is sought for a formal ship name in New York. The inquiry arises from a ceremonial or tribute context honoring Cody. The report notes public interest in commemorating Buffalo Bill with a vessel name.
Scouts and Plainsmen ship plan notes a huge freight vessel built for the United States Shipping Board at Hog Island. The vessel will be named Cody in honor of Cody Wyoming, a name linked to Buffalo Bill. Representative Mondell of Wyoming pressed for the designation despite a board policy against naming ships after people.
Boston Feb 28 industrial establishments were urged to divert workers to digging out railroads yards and junction points in New England where thousands of cars have been stalled. The weather crisis prompts action to free blocked lines and restore cargo routes across the region.
Fragmentary OCR indicates a transport schedule disruption with mentions of worse fuel shortage and early next week delays. Readable items show a general warning but lack full details on location entities or affected routes.
A wartime dispatch reports renewed fighting along the northeastern front near Skrygalow and the Jan front by the river Pryp. Bolshevik attacks were repulsed, while Polish forces are said to hold their own as peace proposals remain pending.
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