Lower Cotton Does Not Affect Mill Prices
Senator Smith of South Carolina told the Senate that cotton mills in the South and New England could profit more with cotton at low prices and cut mill prices by 33 1 3 percent than during the era of 40 percent cotton. He cited mill profits reaching 300 percent while raw cotton prices fell 200 percent and finished product prices declined 33 1 3 percent. He warned that profiteering in dollars was as great as a year ago in commodities.
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Senator Smith
South Carolina
Senate
South
New England
Smith
Madison Ill Rolling Mill Co. Wrecked by Fire
A blaze at the Madison Illinois Rolling Mill Company damaged the Forge and rolling mill complex and two two story office buildings. Fire originated in a storage warehouse and caused about 1 million dollars in losses. Fire crews battled flames as roof sections collapsed and crews worked to contain the blaze.
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Madison, Ill
Rolling Mili CO
Fire at Murdock Home Causes Minor Damage
Last Saturday a small fire at J. R. Murdock home started when tar heated on the stove blew up under a lid. Wallpaper caught fire and damage totaled about 90 dollars before firefighters extinguished it.
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J. R. Murdock
President Wilson Visits New Home on S Street
President Wilson toured Henry Fairbanks residence on S street over an hour. He appeared boyishly delighted as he inspected the home he bought for his permanent residence after March 4. Mrs Wilson greeted the president and showed him the comfortable features of the wood wedding celebration at the Walsons.
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Wilson
Henry Fairbanks
Mra Walsoon
Fairbanks
Race Riot in Independence Kansas Ends in Deaths
In Independence Kansas a riot erupted after a grocer R R Wharton was killed during a confrontation with a robber. A Negro suspect, Noble Green, was arrested as the chase spread across the town. A young student died amid street clashes as armed crowds battled authorities. The mayor closed theaters and public spaces and called in home guards and American Legion. Reinforcements from Coffeyville were blocked from leaving.
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Independence
Kansas
R. R. Wharton
Noble Green
Can Legion
Coffeyville
Kans
Degroes
Ilona Mae Anderson Injured By Falling Lumber
A girl named Ilona Mae Anderson sustained jaw fractures and dental injuries when lumber at a mill toppled onto her while she climbed a pile. She was taken to her grandparents’ home in town for care after the accident on Saturday afternoon.
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Ilona Mae Anderson
Edna Mae Anderson
Shea
Mro
Wiz
Harry Anderson
Mia Chas
Largest US World War Dead Ship Arrives in New York
The United States received the largest single shipment of fallen soldiers from France aboard the American War Dead ship Hag for which crew members hailed the deck crowd. The transport Wheaton carried bodies from Bordeaux and Navarre to New York, signaling a solemn return and national tribute.
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New York
Wheaton
Bordeaux
Navarre
Hay
Treasury Advises Against Distributing Gold Coins
The policy statement warns citizens not to give away gold coins during holidays. Officials emphasize conserving the gold reserve and maintaining treasury strength.
Jefferson City Post Sold Announcement
Announcement reports a change of ownership at the Jefferson City Post. It notes the former reader and St. Louis Post Dispatch correspondent in Jefferson City for six years.
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Jefferson City Post
Theefferson City Pos
Great Fire Destroys Part of Jahnecke Dry Dock New Orleans
A high voltage wire dropped into water sparked a blaze at Jahnecke Dry Dock and Ship Building Co in New Orleans. The fire caused 2 660 000 dollars in damage to the floating dry dock, destroyed three and wounded at least thirty workers. Fire began at 2 30 PM and was not controlled until 4 45 PM as embers and oil exploded across the plant. Casualties included burns from flying debris and injuries while attempting to reach safety.
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Jahnecke Dry Dock
Has Anyone Seen Them Storm Lake Coroner Seeks Summers Relatives
Storm Lake Iowa December 18 The county coroner seeks Summers relatives to identify S W Summers who died of pneumonia in a local hospital after coming to husk corn He left no money or friends and letters on his person point to Ottumwa and he said he had a mother and sister there He may have relatives in Unionville Missouri Police search continues with Mrs T H Moore of Unionville and Summers of Milan Ohio to identify the body.
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Storm Lake
S. W. Summers
Storm E
Ottumwa
Unionville, Mo
Des Moines Register
Knox Concert Company Delivers Mixed Program at Royal Theatre
The Knox Concert Company performed a varied program of quartets readings singing and impersonations at the Royal Theatre last Monday evening as part of the High toe Lecture Course. The saxophone quartets drew praise and Mr Knox impressed as an impersonator despite poor weather and a good crowd. The next act on the course is the Ghevn ey Concert Company in January.
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Royal Theatre
Knox Concert Company
Knox
Ghevney
New Officers for Putnam County Assume January Duties
The following officers will assume duties in January for Putnam County. Prosecuting Attorney Lorenzo Jonas Fonte, County Surveyor, East End Judge Ed B. Probes co, West End Judge G. W. Walt, Representative J. G. Morgan, Joner Frank Quail, Sheriff Rolla Robinson Keene, Porter, Probasco and Morgan seek reappointment.
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Fonte. Pecenietraten AF E
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Orter
East End
Ed B. Probesco
West End
Jude G. W. Walt
Rep- Trestatativa
J. G. Morgan
Joner
Frank Quail
Rolla Robinson Keene
Porter
Probasco
Morgan
Will Wyckoff Kicked by Horse Near Town
Will Wyckoff, living north of town, could not start his car when a horse kicked him as he petted the animal. He suffered two broken bones and two broken fingers but was reported to be doing well with medical care expected to restore him fully.
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Will Wyckoff
Mr. Wyckoff
Adricus
Fire destroys Auto Sales Co. garage in morning blaze
A morning fire gutted the Auto Sales Co. garage causing thousands in losses. The Capital Trail Garage nearby suffered roof damage but most cars were saved. Firefighters faced leaky hoses and aging equipment as they battled the blaze and prevented spread to adjacent buildings. The Auto Sales Co. owners plan no immediate rebuild.
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Auto Sales Co
Conside Eli
Uhihe Sales Co
H. A. Woodruff
Capital Trail
O. H. Clapper
Auto 3
Auto Hale Co
Unionville Fire Alarm Urges Modern Power Plant and Equipment
A local fire blazes today as a warning to Unionville property owners. The outdated fire fighting apparatus and power plant risk failure, hindering response by 15 to 30 minutes and potentially costing thousands. Officials urge renewal and modernization now.
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Unionville
Red Cross Elects New Officers
At the Executive Board meeting Wednesday at Mcknowys the Red Cross elected a new slate for next year. J. G. Morgan serves as chairman, Mrs. Golda Farance as vice president, Mrs. Ina McCutchen as president, and P. D. Greggers as treasurer.
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Mcknowys
J. G. Morgan
Golda Farance
Ina McCutchen
P. D. Greggers
Fractured Wrist After Icy Fall
Mrs. E A Goddyich slipped on ice while going to see the fire and fell, fracturing her wrist. She wears splints and endures much pain, with many friends grieving her misfortune.
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E. A. Goddyich
Revenue official cites widespread stand tax payment issues
W H Edwards, collector of internal revenue, noted many individuals faced difficulty paying their stand tax. He said some could not pass and referenced requests for extensions from various persons and businesses seeking more time.
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W. H. Edwards
Internal Revenue
Barrett Names Assistants in Federal Appointment Talks
Jesse W. Barrett, attorney general elect, weighs appointments to Kansas or Missouri offices. Otis is a leading contender for U S district attorney in Kansas City, while Barrett’s aides may resign if offered a federal post.
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Jesse W. Barrett
Atte General
Kansas
Ottis
United States
Ak Kansas City
En & Nb Barret
World War Veterans Enter Congress Amid Special Seats
The piece notes that since the Republic's start every Congress has included veterans from major conflicts and that World War I veterans are now joining Congress, with some already seated to fill vacancies.
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Congress
Mexico
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