25 Apr 1922
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1922
Page
1
Premier Poincare states France will act alone to ensure Versailles is upheld if Germany defaults on reparations. He urges full independence in defending the treaty and warns peace in Europe hinges on its enforcement, seeking Allied cooperation if needed.
Premier V Poinewre cites arms shipments and police formations in Germany as signs of pan German agitation. He warns France may withdraw from Genoa talks if French delegation cannot proceed under the agreed conditions amid questions over secret clauses and Soviet treaty details.
National League results show Chileago defeating Pittchurch 4 to 2 and New York 2 Philadelphia 2 with several incomplete scores for Moston Brooklon and Lania. American League games include Washington beating Boston and New York and Philadelphia tied or unfinished with Souls 6 and Detroit 2. Chileago 6 Cleveland 6 finished the day with draws and unclear outcomes in other matchups.
Washington reports a fresh alarm at the Willard Hotel as a small blaze breaks out in debris in the tenth story ballroom, 24 hours after a major fire. Guests are awakened, some stay in corridors, others return to rooms as attendants assure safety. Coolidge and Dawes were among about 600 guests evacuated. several guests lose baggage.
In Charlestown W Virginia Judge J N Wood presided over arraignments of over 100 United Mine Workers officials and miners from Katawha and Boone counties facing charges including treason conspiracy murder inciting riot and pistol toting. Indictments cover 26 men with Frank Kenny Fred Mooney William Blicerd Isaac Beet and Frank V Snyder named among principal defendants.
Testimony before the House labor committee links Federal Judge Charles P. Orr of Pittsburgh to denied citizenship papers for western Pennsylvania coal miners on strike. William Schill of California, Pa. testifies Orr told a striker to return to work before papers could be granted. Union official John Dueranek cites bias against miners and notes tensions in Fayette and Westmoreland counties.
In Washington on April 2, the Bergdoll case ends with the Custodian not required to surrender $875,000 in assets to Grover Cleveland Bergdoll. Justice Bailey of the DC Supreme Court overruled a defense motion in Bergdoll v Custodian. Edwin Bergdoll in Leavenworth seeks habeas corpus to gain release. Grover Bergdoll, a Philadelphia draft dodger, is a fugitive in Germany.
Florida railroad officials plan to protest tentative consolidation plans. The Interstate Commerce Commission opened hearings in Washington to study how to group major U.S. railroads while preserving competition. The hearings explore short lines and the role of Florida under the Transportation Act of 1920.
A note invites Stephen to hear a set of Edison records just received. The sender asks Stephen to request permission to listen, signaling anticipation and a personal touch in music sharing.
Birchwood served diverse roles from ancient papyrus in Egypt to everyday rural English tasks. In Io valley English regions it supplied material for shoe heels torches and charcoal, highlighting its versatility across eras and crafts.
Knights Templar arrive by regular and special trains for the thirty-fifth triennial conclave in New Orleans. Local residents note unprecedented elaborate decorations in the Crescent City, surpassing even Mardi Gras splendor.
Constantinople reports Greek troops have captured Sokia and Scala Nova, about 40 miles south of Corynna in Asia Minor. The Greek army has begun advancing southward as Turkish forces rush reinforcements and heavy fighting continues in the Italian zone.
Charles R. Landis a former Indiana congressman and longtime Du Pont Powder official died at a local hospital in Asheville after arriving from Chicago for his health. His brother, former Judge Landis of Chicago, was present at the time of death.
Washington reports two alleged tax evading corporations ordered to pay nearly 5 million dollars in penalties and delinquent taxes. Treasury officials say an intensive drive is under way to round up all such concerns across the United States.
Hanford MacNider national commander of the American Legion told the Senate Finance Committee that big business and financial interests oppose a soldiers bonus. He said the Chamber of Commerce referendum was biased and urged passage of the House bill, as did Veterans of Foreign Wars leader Robert G. Woodside who proposed changes to the plan. Woodside noted broad public support and cited past House approval and Senate rejection as unfinished business by a 3 to 1 margin.
Floods lash the Trinity River climbing twenty five feet in twelve hours causing widespread disruption. Authorities issue warnings as homes streets and businesses contend with rising waters. The surge marks a record for the region prompting evacuations and relief preparations.
Special to The Hvented Journal reports near panic in Fort Worth Texas as Trinity River floods the city, raising levee breaches, washing away homes and cutting off interurban traffic to Dallas. The fire at Cameron Lumber Company destroyed facilities and hindered response. losses exceed two hundred thousand dollars with several dead and many rescued by boat.
Dublin reports Brigadier General Acimson commander of the Athlone Brigade of the regular Irish Republican Army was killed during a mutiny while surrendering with raised hands. The incident occurred today in Ireland.
Special to The Evening Journal reports that French delegates at the Genoa conference have been ordered to quit the meeting. Premier Poincaré's terms to Russia are not followed.
Beloit police report Frank Bartin a member of the fire and police board shot and killed his wife then fatally shot himself. The wife had recently filed for divorce. The couple leaves two children. Read the Eventing Journal.
Mrs Josie F Cappleman crowned potl laureate of the Confederacy amid ceremony. She is noted as the first woman to win this honor, recognized for her work on The Blue and the Gray and related works.
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