08 Feb 1922
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Newspaper
Unionville Republican
Location
Unionville, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1922
Page
1
The piece revisits the Groundhog Day controversy asking whether February 2 or 14 marks the weather omen. It notes the public’s mixed reactions and mocks forecasts, while criticizing government meteorologists for dismissing the groundhog as a weather prophet.
Claude Reed and Chester Jones of Unionville bought the northeast corner restaurant in Milan last Friday with possession Tuesday. They plan a thorough overhaul, new tables, and a first class dining room. Reed prepares a sale of his farming goods next Monday before moving his family to Milan.
France reconstituted its cabinet with former President Raymond Poincare as premier appointed by President Millerand. Initial fears of a break with England gave way to a more moderate tone as differences are expected to be smoothed, though challenges remain.
Sam Jordan, a leading Missouri farm lecturer, will deliver eight addresses in the county starting Monday February 13. He will discuss better schooling, farming and farmers, with meetings set in Lucerne Powersville Mt Vernon Lemons Livonia Martinstown Union Church and Stringtown through February 16. teachers, farmers and stockmen urged to attend.
A chimney spark last Friday afternoon started a roof fire at Mrs. Anna Taylor’s Main Street home. The chemical engine quickly extinguished the blaze without harming the house or contents, though the roof suffered considerable damage. The wagon’s early success and savings boost its local approval.
Secretary of the Treasury Mellon urged a House committee to amend the constitution to bar further tax free securities issued by states and municipalities. The committee shows favorable movement and states may be asked to ratify. Mellon cites about 10.66 billion dollars in tax exempt securities, with others estimating more, calling the issue a severe tax distortion harming business.
The Washington Conference, concluded last fall, produced seven or eight treaties limiting naval armament and restricting submarines, with hopes of ending war with Pacific nations. It settled Chinese questions, including a Shantung arrangement between China and Japan, and asserted that treaties protect sovereignty while advancing peace. Senate ratification is expected with little opposition.
Telegram confirms Mr Lee Robbins as postmaster at Unionville after Senate approval ending formal selection. Officials await word on replacing Alma Cuarby Sims who resigns February 24 after five years. Sims plans auxiliary work then selling song books. reporter could not confirm further details.
The Internal Revenue Bureau moves to refund excess tax via a direct check to the overpayer. Previously claim notices were sent to inform of overpayment. the revised method returns to a straightforward refund.
An agreement was reached last week to submit differences to the railway board without contest and to abide by its decisions. It is believed the roads and the men will accept the ruling and move forward with labor peace.
The new purification plant has been operating about ten days and yields clearer water at the power plant. City officials have not yet approved the purity of water in the mains as flushing continues, while some residents already favor the purer water. Officials plan tests within ten days to two weeks to confirm overall pipe cleanliness and expect the old generator overhaul and engine rebuilding to finish soon.
Mrs. Margaret Hamilton of Ohio recounts being brutally assaulted by salesman Ezell at a Bethany hotel after previous losses to a group selling medicine cabinets. She followed suspects to Kansas to recover funds and later relocated others in Ohio to Bethany. Sheriff rescued her. Ezell faces charges as she lies in hospital recovering.
The Circuit Court special session heard Leroy M Sanders charged with the death of J A Bloomingdale. Judge Wooda presided as jury selection began Monday. Prosecution rested Tuesday afternoon and a legal tangle followed. Evidence from both sides concluded by today with the court drafting jury instructions before final arguments and submission to the jury.
The Delaware and Hudson Railroad last week started a life and disability insurance plan for its employees with workers choosing beneficiaries and the company paying annual premiums. The policy, long recognized as sound business practice, is expected to be adopted widely by major railroads soon.
The Supreme Court rules the November soldier bonus law valid in most respects but strikes the emergency clause. Emergency provision found ineffective, delaying the law from taking effect before February 17. Governor Hyde’s appointed commissioners will be reappointed.
Putnam county produced an exceedingly light turnout for the state election with 421 votes for district delegates. J C Mckinley led with 262 votes and J C Wilson had 159 as results from eighteen precincts suggested overall state totals will be low. Officials expect the bipartisan slate of fifteen delegates to prevail over independents, with full county tallies to appear next week.
The Democrat State Committee adopted a resolution to circulate referendum petitions to overturn the legislature’s redistricting from a special session last November. The plan seeks to reduce Democratic districts and realign the partisan balance amid a split in the existing map.
An upcoming general election in Ohio will put a referendum to voters to repeal the Volstead act within the state. Supporters seek to restore sale of light wines and beer by showing public sentiment has shifted on liquor.
Ninety seven lives lost and hundreds injured as the Knickerbocker theatre roof collapsed under heavy snow. An investigation blames cheap construction and neglected safety measures for the disaster.
The blind of Missouri who applied under the new pension act are beginning to receive their first checks. Pensions were voted by the public in the 1920 general election. Also, the M E church ladies will serve a chicken pie dinner at 6 o clock Wednesday February 16. They are cordially invited.
The Secretary of State warns auto owners to register vehicles before licenses can be issued. No 1922 license may be issued for unregistered cars, and terms like License Applied For or License Lost do not comply. Driving an unregistered car risks arrest if operated without a number on the vehicle.
President Harding sends Senator W S Kenyon of Iowa as nominee for a district federal judgeship. Kenyon has long sought the bench and is regarded as one of the ablest members of the Senate.
Reported massed charges claim General Electric violated federal laws in trade practice. The company requested an official inquiry and requested an investigation into its conduct and printing of advertisements.
Beauty parlors in Missouri that bob customers’ hair may fall under barber shop laws. They may be regulated and inspected and rated like ordinary barber shops as per the Attorney General’s opinion.
The forecast calls for fair conditions with unsettled periods and local snow flurries Wednesday or Thursday. Normal temperatures predicted with no major swings anticipated.
The Republican will run public sale dates under a standard heading. Auctions include A. H. Howe closing out on Friday Feb 10 1922, J H Parker Unionville bred stock Poland sows on Saturday Feb 11, W D Lemen administrator Angus cattle with date not yet set, Moler and Weber dissolution sale Feb 14 north of Unionville, Arthur H. Howe closing out Feb 10, Claud Reed closing out Feb 13 one mile south of Mt Vernon, Geo Armstrong Feb 28, Jim Guffey Feb 25, Pete Bramhall Mendo Feb 27.
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