New York Packers Under Fire In Wyoming Inquiry
A Wyoming hearing before the House Agriculture Committee heard testimony accusing meat packers of driving livestock dealers out of business and using injunctions to protect operations. Speaker Montgomery described alleged packer propaganda aimed at stock growers, urging federal action to curb packer influence and control.
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Formal Verdict Not Guilty Entered in Michigan Court
Judge Session entered formal not guilty verdicts for fifteen defendants in a long conspiracy case in Grand Rapids. Fifth count of the indictment was dropped as prosecutors argued charges, while defense urged dismissal. Court denied motions to direct verdict on remaining counts.
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Rail income drop noted as weather and coal strikes bite
Washington reports show railroads posting a large monthly operating deficit amid harsh weather and a coal strike. Government adjustments reduce aerial losses to 1.6 million, while January operations still reflect higher expenses than prior years. Internal figures cited by Interior General Hinns outline a 464.1 million operating loss, with Wilson deferring final cost impacts.
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Millionaire Red and 15 Communists Stand Trial
William Bross Lloyd, millionaire sergeant at arms of the Communist Labor party, and fifteen other Communists must stand trial on indictments returned for conspiracy to overthrow the government by force. Judge Oscar Hebel denied a motion to quash the indictments citing lack of specific methods in the broad conspiracy charge.
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Portuguese Revolt Report Unconfirmed by Madrid
Dispatches from the Portuguese frontier claim workers and railway personnel have proclaimed a soviet republic, but confirmation is lacking. Reports mention tr errant disturbances, orchard forecasts, and a mixed picture of labor action across Europe with references to Turkey, Hungary, and Finland.
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Division of Armenia Opposed by Group
March 8 decree from NAV YORI alerts allied powers to a tentative partition of Armenia. The American committee led by James W. Gerard urges civic, commercial, and press communication to rally support for preserving Armenia under Turkish rule, cautioning against division.
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Petition Filed by Wet Candidate in New Jersey Race
March 3 report says Governor Ellivarde a Democrat candidate for president on the wet ticket filed with Secretary of State Edmersor. Charles Michael of Chicago presented the ticket to the convention. The petition lists 4457 names from mostly Woing train Come county.
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Chicago
Police Inspector Dies After Bomb-Handling Duty in New York
New York March 1 Inspector twan n of the bureau of constables, famed for handling bombs for nearly 25 years, collapsed and died on Grand Central Palace street. He, 63, could not secure insurance due to the dangerous nature of his job, and his death follows repeated refusals for coverage.
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French league of nations to hold next meeting in Paris
In Paris on March 1 the league of nations will hold its fifth meeting. The Organization of the C Commission to investigate conditions in Russia will be discussed as understood.
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New York Skeleton Mystery Solved on Staten Island Beach
The mystery of the rediscovered skeletons on Staten Island beach was cleared up when bones were identified as those of buried persons from forty years ago when the area was a cemetery. Erosion had exposed remains as tides washed away part of the embankment.
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Battle to deprive former Kaiser of properties begins
A tense battle in the German Reichstag opens efforts to strip the former emperor of his possessions and fortune. Socialist leaders push a constitutional amendment to confiscate his estate, while experts warn the move challenges historic precedents and could take weeks to resolve. In Mexico City, reports confirm no U.S. pursuit of Mexican bands, with minor border incidents and diplomatic notes shaping the scene as Washington and Mexico reassign officials and bolster border guards amid tensions.
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Savant Who Drilled Coral Island Dead
Sir Thomas Anderson Strict, distinguished physician and scientist and dean of the University of Sydney faculty of medicine, died. Born in Scotland in 1856, he organized the Royal Society expedition to Furay fint in the Ellice group of the Pacific, drilling to one thousand feet in coral rock to confirm reef formation theories.
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Reds Get Their Wish Theyll Be Deported
March 3. Responding to the nentamento issued by forty alleged radicals held here, the federal officer J A Finekey of Cleveland advised them they would be let go on the cases.
Whisky investigator says he is framed in Michigan
George F R Cummerow a department of natlee agent who just returned from Irvine county Michigan where he investigated the so called whiskey racket was to appear in police court to answer a charge relating to the state liquor law He was arrested midnight by Edward A Nowack a special agent who charged that Cummerow gave him whiskey in a hotel room He declared he had been framed Noted chemist dies in Berlin Karl von Martens founder of the Berlin aniline dye works announced dying in Terlin March 3.
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Edward A. Nowack
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Storm of Protests After Legion Head Attack
Washington reports a storm of protest after attacks on American Legion leaders amid heated debates on veteran relief. Veterans groups urge swift passage of bills aiding discharged service members, including home loans and aid, while critics warn of fiscal costs and political timing. Congress weighs Morrill style tax options to fund benefits, with hearings promised.
President Wilson Takes Motor Ride Amid Funeral Procession Turmoil
Washington reports a March 3 motor ride by President Wilson, escorted by aides, during a westward tour. A violence spike followed protests over political opinions as striking workers and mounted guards clashed with natives near a cemetery, resulting in fatalities before patrols restored order.
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Cudahy Named President of Sinclair Refining Company
Joseph M. Cudahy, former president of the Cudahy Packing company, becomes president of Sinclair Refining Company, succeeding W. H. Isom. Cudahy, previously vice president, recently returned from France where he organized a fuel oil distribution venture. The story notes shifting leadership and oil industry moves in early March.
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