Armour Denies Charges During House Hearings On Meat Control
Armours deny the charges of the Federal Trade Commission as they appear before the House Interstate Commerce Committee. J Ogden Armour testifies that costs, including labor and fuel, drive meat prices up, citing bacon costs and livestock prices from 1915 to 1918. He asserts the case aims to test constitutionality of federal meat control and defends Armour marketing practices while noting rising inputs and profits. Louis F Swift and Thomas FE Wilson expected to follow.
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Washington Weather: Partly cloudy mild days ahead
Weather outlook for western Pennsylvania dated January 21 predicts partly cloudy skies today and Wednesday with mild temperatures. Local forecast notes mild warmth across the region and no precipitation expected.
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Spartacides Routed in German Assembly Election
Berlin dispatch reports the Spartacides suffered a near complete rout in the National Assembly election. Majority Socialists gained strength, Democrats and Centrists showed notable support, with four Centrists and several Independents elected. Balloting covered Baden and Württemberg. Berlin saw Loyal and Independent Socialist tallies, while East Prussia and Hamburg favored Socialists in multi-seat results.
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Veterans Return Home After Bloodiest Battles In War
Boston and New York dispatches report 1 500 veterans arriving from the Canada troopship. Governor Coolidge and military leaders greet them as they head to Camp Devens aboard troop trains. Additional vessels dock with thousands more veterans and officers en route home, while U S troops in France are released for embarkation.
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Jury declines to indict Marie LeBaudy in murder case
Mineola New York January 21 Nassau county grand jury refused to indict Mrs Marie Augustine LeBaudy for the murder of her husband Jacques at their Westiary house on January 11 The grand jury had investigated the case for over a week and she would be released from jail once legal technicalities are met.
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Death of Syracuse Girl in Indiana Investigated
Elkhart Ind Jan 21 post mortem for Lulu May Weaver 18 of Syracuse after dying last Monday from a drug overdose. Coroner will likely arrest a wealthy Elkhart man tied to her visit to his apartment before death. A friend says she told of her condition and received the drug.
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Fire Incendiary Strikes Corry Twice in Two Days
Corry January 21 special report notes a second destructive fire in two days. The southeastern corner of the United States Choir Factory on Main Street burned, causing an estimated loss of 20 600 dollars. A watchman chased a fleeing figure but the arsonist escaped in the darkness. Authorities believe the same incendiary sparked yesterday’s big City Building fire, targeting offices and finishing rooms amid rapid flames.
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Penrose Threats Spark Political Fire in Raucous Debate
A heated confrontation centering on Penrose erupts as critics accuse him of issuing threats during a tense campaign moment. Supporters defend his stance while opponents call for calm and restraint amid rising tensions.
Relentless warfare by Bolsheviks against nobles
London reports Bolsheviks in Russia wage relentless warfare against nobles in Russia and Poland. Noble families face annihilation, with Rev. Dukanski describing priest persecution after fleeing Riga. He says Bolsheviks seized grain at Witebeck and forced costly resale.
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WANTS FUNDS IN FOOD BILL PLACED IN COMMITTEE
Senator Penrose urged after March fourth placing the $100,000,000 food bill funds under a three member committee rather than Hoover. He warned of subpoenas for heads of departments and objected to funds being expended by an irresponsible nonresident. Wilson’s food bill faced critical Senate votes as opposition probes potential pork storage benefits and market loss estimates of $30 to $40 million.
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Francis Scott Key School Destroyed by Fire in Baltimore
Baltimore January 21 The Francis Scott Key public school named for the Star Spangled Banner author was totally destroyed by fire early today. Loss was 125000. An oil painting of Francis Scott Key was destroyed. The fire was caused by a defective fire. The two story brick building covered almost an entire city block and housed 1000 pupils.
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Harrisburg Inaugural Draws Largest Assembly Yet
Harrisburg January 21 a vast crowd gathered to witness the inauguration of Governor William C Sproul of Chester as Pennsylvania governor succeeding Governor Martin G Brumbaugh. Edward E Beidleman was sworn in as Lieutenant Governor in the Senate chamber. The ceremonies on the Capitol steps featured the oath administered by Chief Justice J Hay Brown. The procession to the Governor's Office included the Union League of Philadelphia and 150 members. Sproul gave an inaugural address forecasting a four year administration as troops and state officials watched a grand parade.
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Sproul Outlines Four Year Program in Inaugural Address
Harrisburg January 1 Gov Sproul declared orderly government and liberty require law backed by strong public sentiment. He framed a four year program focused on good administration public education humane laws and justice. He urged cooperation with the legislature speedier support for the federal dry amendment and endorsed woman suffrage while asserting Pennsylvania should align with sister states.
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Opening of Sinn Fein Parliament in Dublin
Dublin on January 21 reports the Sinn Fein Parliament opening with Liam O Roisite of Cork announcing a formal request to the British government to withdraw troops from Ireland. O Roisite, elected on the Sinn Fein ticket, noted ticket shortages and a government order restricting public gatherings, unlikely to hinder the parliament absent flagrant law breaches.
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Nervous Affection Brings Senator Oliver Near Death
Pittsburgh January 21 Former Senator George Oliver lies dangerously ill at home with a nervous affection in the cheek and a general breakdown. Doctors are puzzled by the persistent condition and his health has deteriorated for months.
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Wets Make Last Stand Today In Albany Hearing
Albany Jan 21 The final effort of New York wets unfolds at a Federal prohibition amendment hearing before joint legislative committees. Leaders plan after the hearing to push the resolution through committee to accelerate votes in both houses by Thursday. No opposition expected in committee to advancing the measure. Wet supporters count on at least 14 votes in the assembly while the Senate facing a tighter lineup anticipates passage.
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Motor Murderers In Chicago Pull Off Another Job
Chicago police report another motor murder in which the body of de Brouse was found in a street after being shot six times. Detectives say the victim was lured from a south side dance hall into a car, possibly by a woman.
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Divided Big Five Debate Over Russia Peace Terms
The article reports a split among the Big Five delegates on Russia policy at the Paris peace talks. Wilson and allies discussed possible Russian admission to a league, armed intervention or support for anti-Bolsheviks, while France resists stopping hostilities. Leaders sought a middle course, with observers from non Bolshevik Russia invited to speak.
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