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Newspaper
Twin Falls Chronicle
Location
Twin Falls, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1920
Page
2
The piece argues German Bolshevism of imminent danger threatens the Paris peace and may scuttle wartime obligations if Washington delays ratification. It blames partisan politics and personal animosities for stalling peace and urges quick, wise, patriotic action to prevent a renewed continental upheaval.
The Cass county ruling marks the first use of a new state statute granting illegitimate children the same rights as those born within marriage. A parent may establish legitimacy within a year of birth, making the child eligible for support, housing, education, and equal inheritance. Officials say the reform ends the stigma of illegitimacy and benefits society by ensuring proper, decent upbringing for all children. A broader movement, led by the Children’s Bureau and the InterCity Conference on Illegitimacy, seeks uniform legislation across states to minimize hardship for parents and children.
A Chinese educational commission touring the United States reports on public schools from kindergarten to vocational tracks. It notes well-equipped modern buildings but underpaid teachers, contrasts with higher Chinese teacher wages, and critiques rapid lesson transitions. The visitors praise quiet, deep thinking and propose trying these ideas at home.
A New York bill to label leather substitutes in shoes faces strong opposition from manufacturers who fear reduced sales. Advocates urge uniform nationwide regulations or federal action, arguing proper labeling protects buyers and fair competition, with a counterpoint suggesting state labels could boost trust and prices.
Statisticians note the United States carries a burden of about $1,000 per family yet the debt is owed among U S families rather than to a foreign nation. The remark highlights domestic responsibility in the national accounts.
A veteran performer celebrated saving his 16 000th leg, lamenting that his talent was not spotted earlier in life. The remark reflects his long career and surprising longevity in the field.
In Baltimore a letter from General Pershing lauding American newspaper correspondents in France was read. He commended their disciplined cooperation with military authorities and noted their restraint under censorship while reporting key wartime events. The praise highlighted the vital role of press coverage in informing the public and supporting American war efforts.
In AMERONGEN Ijolland on March 22 the parson declined contact with the Kaiser during a second meeting. Officials describe the scene as orderly with no further negotiations disclosed.
March 28 Warlington reports grand master George Carson announces grand judge appointments for the Royal Order of Scotland. Named deputy chief master is John L. Thoms of New York, Sterling Werr is secretary from Washington, Leroy A. Goddard of Chicago becomes treasurer, Perry W. Weidner of Los Angeles is senior grand warden, Thomas St. Morrow of Kansas City is junior grand warden, and Canon William T. Snyder of Washington serves as chaplain.
Moscow university notes trace visiting week with Albertine Benoit in Lewiston and Gladys Channel at the Varsity ball in Pullman. Tea Holderman shows improvement from rheumatism while Ralph Bristol heads to hospital. The Amazons stage featured Mike Thomett, praised for his convincing actor turn as Galfed War of Tweenways with convincing performance despite amateur status.
In Warren on March 23 Associated Press report says George Belley, accused husband, was whipped by a court officer on order of Municipal Court Judge Lion Pardee, using the buckle end of the belt Belley had used on his wife Theresa. She testified she had suffered repeated belt blows. The event followed her husband’s arrest after she reported the abuse.
Alsace ends its status with a pro France campaign and subscribes to the peace fund. Strassburg alone contributed 80,000,000 francs as part of the regional total exceeding 500,000,000 francs across the area.
Vienna reports Maurice Benedict editor and owner of Austria's leading newspaper the Welle Freie Presse died last night at age 72. Meanwhile Ohio led the nation in purchases of war savings stamps.
Notice to stockholders announces a special meeting to consider increasing capital stock to 75000 dollars. The meeting will be held at the Parish Hall in Twin Falls Idaho on Tuesday evening April 6 1920 starting at 7 40 p m. By order of the Board of Directors W HR Priebe President. hx Mar 12 19 27 Apr 2.
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