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Newspaper
Twin Falls Chronicle
Location
Twin Falls, Idaho, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1920
Page
3
Congress keeps the country in the air on military bonus plans as new schemes arise daily. Bills grow from billions to five billion or more, with sweeping tax ideas and retroactive levies proposed to fund the programs. The public worries the long fight may ram a heavy burden into the economy.
A reflective editorial condemns railroad switchmen strikes and the broader push for a single union. It warns that stoppages cripple industry, raise prices, and hurt workers, urging restraint to avoid widespread job scarcity and hardship.
A historical reflection argues that if a new approach ultimately cures the disease of indiscriminate striking, it will prove worthwhile by fostering more sensible methods of urging labor demands and reducing needless conflict.
An inquisitive buyer tested Liberty bond prices at a bank, brokerage, and various dealers, finding list price 90.17 plus 7.86 coupons total 98.08, others offered 96.57 and as low as 83, illustrating wide spreads and prompting advice to buy only when necessary from banks or legitimate firms. The article also comments on New York legislature bills, alcohol policy shifts, and wartime reflections.
Associated Press reports a Methodist Episcopal board of home missions presentation at the general conference. A film program showing animated cartoons and rural church progress was presented amid anniversary remarks by Bishops Leonard Mitchell Hughes and secretary Forsyth. Resolutions urged daily Bible reading in public schools and studied foreign missions and education reforms.
London reports forty more hunger strikers freed today from Wormwood Scrubs prison. The action increases the number released in ongoing protests as authorities address the unrest stirring in Ireland.
In St. Louis on May 10 the long awaited restoration of the 40,000 pound minimum for carload shipments of grain products was announced, affecting grain exporters and rail operators statewide.
Representatives of grain interests from across the United States attended an informal conference here today by the Interstate Commerce Commission. They asserted that the present minimum of 60,000 pounds works a hardship on shippers.
Attorney General Palmer will meet the Socialist national executive committee in Washington on May 14 to discuss amnesty for Eugene V. Debs and other prisoners, as announced by Otto Branstetter, secretary.
An authority warns meat raises uric acid, overworking kidneys and causing backache and other symptoms. Jad Salts, a grape and lemon juice lithia preparation, is claimed to flush kidneys, neutralize urine acids, and prevent bladder irritation. The ad touts Jad Salts as safe, enjoyable lithia water used for generations.
Springfield, Ill May 10 Delegates at large to the national convention were elected without instructions by the Illinois Republicans and Democrats The group included four men and four women plus two electors at large The slate favored by Republicans included Carter Harrison EF Dunne Robert Sweitzer I R O Malley Frank Quinn I S Peabody Henry T Rainey and Charles Boeschenstein The anti ratification plank was defeated 21 to 4 in committee on resolutions
Senator Smoot of Utah proposes a senate resolution aiming at economy and efficiency in government. The measure, adopted and sent to the house, calls for a reform through reorganization as congress reviews federal activities.
A garbled extract references a foreshadowed financing plan involving China and Mongolia. It mentions a state department announcement and United States involvement, describing the plan as predominant but lacking clear details.
In May 18 session the committee discussed taking up recognition of Ireland Rrovotons Ashington. Chairman Porter announced the plan tonight.
Guardian Tom Koto announces creditors must present claims against Frank Mizoguchi in the estate. The notice, dated May 8 1920, specifies the Twi Cafe in Twin Falls Idaho as the place of business for the estate affairs.
County warrants will be paid upon presentation at the County Treasurer's office in Tyvins Falls Idaho. County Hospital warrants Nos 667 to 705 inclusive 1919 Series and Nos 1 to 3 inclusive 1920 Series. Interest will cease on the above warrants May 16 1920. EB Warren County Treasurer and H L Co Parsons Deputy.
The State of Idaho sends greetings to Thomas M Clinton Minnie M Clinton Charles H McQuown Harvey R Earp and J B Norris and wives defendants. A complaint is filed in the district court Twin Falls County requiring defendants to appear and answer. The action concerns half of the northeast quarter and related property in Twin Falls County Idaho with subsequent attachments and titles. The document lists attorneys James R Bothwell and others. May 1920.
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