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Newspaper
Wallace Miner
Location
Wallace, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1920
Page
2
A Wallace Miner article argues that higher education markedly increases opportunities and achievement. It cites a government bulletin showing education raises odds of distinction from childhood to college, noting college graduates hold a majority of top posts in government and law.
The piece urges renewed dedication to the Declaration of Independence as war rages, warning that internal sedition and Soviet influences threaten free government. It condemns commercializing the holiday and calls Americans to guard liberty justice and opportunity.
Twenty six graduates of Wallace High School received diplomas before a packed auditorium. The address urged students to pursue broader education beyond wealth, to value service over personal gain, and to start a lifelong commitment to learning as the foundation for a nobler, broader career.
The article criticizes wartime spending by the Wilson administration, citing evidence from a congressional investigation and a Newton letter. It claims billions were dissipated and denounces the handling of funds, promising a forthcoming publication of Newton's account and asserting electoral consequences for the party.
North Idaho residents greet Congressman Addison T. Smith as he plans a mid month visit. Aides note his wide North Idaho acquaintance and belief he will win reelection by a large majority. The congressman is described as affable and well regarded beyond district lines.
W J Hall Idaho public works chief urges liberal federal road funds with forest service road controls. Article notes Borah or Bryan as possible presidential nominees and cites Palmer's view on Bergdoll. Senator Nugen to address Lewiston convention. Woodrow Wilson’s relevance questioned in Idaho.
A letter from FP. Cande f in Wallace Idaho on June 7 1920 argues the editors of the Miner rightly credit the rebels of the Civil War for their efforts though they fought to protect slavery. He claims they believed they fought for freedom and that Appomattox ended the breach, uniting the country as free.
The New York Sun and Herald describe a Carnegie Hall gathering with Governor Allen of Kansas and AFL President Samuel Gompers. They frame the event as an indictment presentation and demurrer rather than a debate, noting the indictment’s author recently involved in clashes over labor and public rights.
The piece critiques Samuel Gompers during a dispute with Gov Henry Allen over whether the public has rights in strikes affecting essentials. It credits Allen for framing the issue and notes Gompers could not answer how the public's welfare should be protected when production and distribution halt vital goods.
The fire and water board learns contractors struggle to hire labor at 50 cents an hour for the 48 inch concrete flow line on the Kansas side from Edgewater Junction to south of Quindaro pumping station. Workers quit after a few days, forcing new hiring. An engineer recalls coal unloading at Quindaro Station once required one man who earned two dollars daily, sometimes staying late. now three men unload a car and earn four dollars each, six times as much and twice as long to unload a car.
The American Red Cross will aid ex service men released by the war department to obtain other work before mid summer. Acting on Secretary Baker's request, the Red Cross will connect applicants with local employers via its nationwide chapters. The effort includes compiling employment histories and directing home service sections to enlist free public employment offices for suitable positions.
Poem-like ode extols the flag as a enduring emblem washed in courage. It celebrates sacrifices of soldiers, justice, mercy, and steadfast loyalty, urging reverence as the banner waves over battlefields and nations.
Discussion notes that railroads seek a rate increase to boost earnings by 1.2 billion and fund a 6 percent return on book cost, with unions seeking 1.9 billion in wages. The piece argues reform via higher rates may solidify private management and prevent national transport disruption, warning against undercutting earnings below 6 percent.
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