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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1920
Page
6
Warfront reports describe Bolshevik assaults along a 400 mile line in Galicia and the Polish frontier as Russia’s spring offensive appears to start. Polish forces are said to hold most sectors while heavy artillery tanks and armored units are reported near Zaslnya and Rovno.
Witness Captain Palmer testified before the Senate committee that Secretary Daniels delayed enrollment and that shortages of personnel hampered the Navy at the start of the war. He said Daniels supported efforts to recruit more, and that Admirals Sims and Balmer pushed for additional officers and enlisted men as quickly as possible.
Secretary Meredith forecast tougher labor against the boll weevil as cotton growers prepare for a broader fight this year. He cited higher production of calcium arsenate enabling wider application and noted possible federal quarantines to restrict spread from infested Louisiana and Texas regions.
Milie workers continue stoppage with plans for a broader strike Friday. Railroad men and victualling establishment workers may join, while some groups will not participate. Population data from the census bureau for 1820 cites Portaport, Davenport, and other towns with noted increases over 1910 figures.
A Hague dispatch reports a proposed blockade on Russian ver main as an alternative to a commercial blockade. A Handelsblad correspondent recounts pests and typhus in Soviet Russia, noting families lacking soap for a year and a critique of Bolshevism tied to dirt and disease, urging a hygiene circle to curb the widespread outbreak.
Washington dispatch reports Britain weighing a claim against the United States for damages tied to the Imperator and other German vessels retained after the war. General Skinner in London says representations have been made via the Finnish shipping ministry. Bonar Law is cited on the hardship of the ship retention.
In Vienna on March 23 Thnces Sistus and Francie of Hourban-Farma brothers of former Empress Zita were labeled letters of note and questioned by the National Assembly over expulsion. The motion argued their presence posed a political threat while Sixtus sought protection from the French mission and Francis aligned with Belgian officials.
About 150 University of Chicago students gathered at the Chicago post office to help sort and distribute parcels during an express workers strike. Postmaster W. B. Carlisle asked for student assistance as classes resume after spring break.
Boston March 25 The crusade of general Allen against promoters and brokers exploiting silver stocks led to Lawson surrender at police headquarters amid warrants charging him with disseminating misleading information. Four other operators were arrested. Lawson and secretary Vanper were active in promoting silver mine properties as holding units. Prices surged after arrests, despite earlier cheap offerings to lure investors. Lawson, a farmer and author, was arraigned and held for a hearing April 6 with bonds set at 2500.
March 23 London. The war of today decided that no action had been decided on or even considered to starve the miners into submission. A blockading force strike was rumored by the Daily Herald. A War Office statement is being prepared and will likely be issued tonight.
March 25 doubt grows over whether 4 channel will clear the Culebra cut in time for the Prince of Wales to reach the Renown en route to Australia. More than 20 ships reportedly blocked as a slide obstructs the cut last Saturday. An inland feature, feet wide and feet deep, is visible above the channel this afternoon.
PAS March 25 The German government has reached a definite agreement with workers in the Ruhy valley where a general strike has paralysed industry and hostilities have continued for days according to Paris circles via Derlin. The accord includes disarmament of troops, social reforms, nationalization of mines, dissolution of counter revolutionary groups, and cabinet changes with likely new ministry.
New York March 25 canned tomatoes in one ounce portions are ideal for infants, Dr Alfred Heas of the New York State Medical Society says at its annual convention. Pasteurized milk alone is not nourishing enough to prevent scurvy, he notes, suggesting orange juice or canned tomatoes as supplements.
Chicago March 25 Trading on the Chicago stock exchange will begin at 8 a.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. on Saturdays, advancing with New York hours under daylight saving. The board of governors voted to fix the hours until daylight saving becomes law locally.
The Hague March 24 Dutch officials say former Emperor William is poor and not funding Berlin upheavals. They question his ability to pay Count Bentinck or fund the Amerongen castle stay since 1918. Officials note his lack of heroic stance and his pledge to avoid politics.
In Herlin March 24 report, a German minister in the Ebert cabinet accuses the Allies of forcing unrest by sending troops and backing the Kapp revolt. He says the Entente compelled Germany to recognize and later withdraw the Iron Brigade, branding its members as desertiers. Reports also say the Proasian cabinet resigns and Noske may join the new Prussian cabinet. A Tageblatt denial claims no warrant exists for General Lidendorf’s arrest.
Reports from Amsterdam and Dusseldorf describe Communist appeals to leaders in France Germany and England urging support for strikes in the Ruhr zone. Frontline fighting around Wesel continues amid conflicting casualty and troop strength reports as Dutch and Belgian authorities monitor frontier tensions and political shifts in the Ruhr coalition era.
Shanghai February 10. Winsourians resident in Bhoughai have formed the Missouri Society, the first of its kind in China. The society was launched at a meeting at Major Arthur Biasett's home and Professor John T. Proctor was named president.
Rome reports Fiume stands on brink of major action as d Annunzio and the local assembly near a proclamation of a republic likely after the March 28 supreme council meeting in Gadrema.
Paris March 25 Deputies in the chamber will press Premier Miller to outline France policy toward Germany central Europe and the Turkish and Russian situations renew relations with the Vatican and react to the US Senate failure to ratify the Versailles treaty.
Santiago March 24 announcement states a new cabinet formed by the president premier and minister of interior Pedro Nalanco Montenegro former war minister leads the cabinet Antonio Huneus named minister of foreign affairs.
In Lexington Kentucky authorities sought 12 year old Paul Ettile son of WW Tittle after he vanished with a white man. A ransom note demanded twenty six thousand dollars and was delivered by a messenger boy on Main Street. The father refused to reveal the note contents but said he values his son’s safe return over the money.
Washington March 2 Income and excess profits taxes amounting to 908 824 172 were paid as the first installment of the nations tax bill for 1949. Officials said these figures do not equal one tenth of the year’s taxes but indicate a full year collection near 3 1500 000 000, as treasury revenue. The inflow reduces outstanding treasury certificates and strengthens the year’s financial plan outlined months ago.
A district real estate threat ended when local men bought Mayor A. B. Wileheer's residence at Campion and Eighth Streets. The house will be converted for Elks club purposes, establishing a new home for the organization in this area.
LINCOLN Neb March 35 Leca Darling a Negro was brought to the Nebraska penitentiary from Omaha where he received a ninety nine year sentence last night after pleading guilty to a charge of hiding Robert Massey of Omaha a Union Pacific railroad conductor
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