U S Will Not Cancel Her War Debts
Treasury warns Great Britain that its note proposing cancellation of interallied war debts will have no effect on U S policy. Senator Borah says debt cancellation would aid armament buildup and harm humanity and peace. He urges disarmament plans if any cancellation is considered, noting stalled treaties and continued European militarization.
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Washington
Treasury Department
Great Britain
United States
Borah
Senate
Mellon
American Funding Commission
Europe
England
France
Senate of the
Apri
Vielows
Senator Gooding Hits Back in Wool Tariff Debate
Senator Gooding of Idaho retaliated against accusers in a wool tariff dispute. He offered a resolution to investigate senators’ interests in affected industries and the personal holdings of Frank A Munsey, whose newspaper published accusations. A special committee would be appointed to probe the matter.
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Washington
Gooding
Idaho
Frank A Munsey
Tariff vote delayed amid consent for changes dispute
Washington reports plans for a final tariff vote this month stalled as Senator Lenroot of Wisconsin refuses unanimous consent that would allow critical changes to be debated or voted on without debate, delaying action on national policy.
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Washington
Lenreet
Wisconsin
Britain to build home defense air force and spend millions
London reports Premier Lloyd George announced in Parliament plans for a home defense air force of many planes and an additional 10 million dollars yearly to shield England from air attack. The press and military officials urge stronger air defences amid public demand and debate on naval vs air priorities.
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London
Great Britain
Lioyd George
House of Convents
Ringland
France
Frederick Maurice
War Office
Coal Problem Under Scrutiny as Commission Plans Fuel Rollout
President Harding weighs a special commission modeled after the Anthracite Board to regulate the coal industry. Judge William Anderson Glasgow, longtime UMWA adviser, joins Hoover in aiding anti strike efforts as Naval officers assist the Spencer fuel distributor. Supplemental priority orders aim to speed coal movement for essential industries next week.
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William Anderson Glasgow
Philadelphia
United Mine Workers of America
Glasgow
Food Administration
Commerce Hoover
Hoover
Harding
Federal
Spencer
Sod Co
Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
M. J. Gormley
Fistribato Spencer
Priority orders for nationwide freight flow during harvest season
The text outlines unified interpretation of priority orders for Metr agents to guide shippers nationwide. It prioritizes shipments of food for humans, livestock feed, livestock, perishables, coal, coke, and fuel oil to ensure movement of crops nearing harvest and support agricultural sections.
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Etail
Metr
Chicago Still Walking Today
Chicago remains unsettled as streetcar workers strike continues with no settlement in sight. Two killed and many injured by automobiles during the disruption while officials manage emergency traffic and residents press on with holiday duties.
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Chicago
Crown exchange hits 31000 to dollar in Vienna turmoil
Vienna reports the crown sliding toward collapse as government leaders confer with industry and finance officials to avert a total breakdown. The crown briefly reaches 31000 to the dollar while talks continue on stabilizing the economy.
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Vienna
Silver Find Promises Rich Ore Northeast of Here
Aug 4 report of a silver discovery in barren lands northeast of town claims the ore is at least on par with Ontario silver mines. Local prospectors expect a major mining development and economic impact.
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Filagerah
Aita
Ontario
Government plans receivership to keep rail service during strikes
The White House announced the government will seize any railroad failing to transport coal food or mail. A receiver may be named immediately by a U.S. court to run the line under court orders while negotiations with unions and railway officials are paused to avert a national shortage. Seniority rights for striking workers would be decided by the court.
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Washington
White House
Cal
United States
Wand
United States Court
Pat Ft
Government readies sweeping legal action over wartime rail control
The White House signals that receivership and government control of railroads will be used to keep fuel and food moving. Officials anticipate legal challenges but plan to stretch points of law if needed to prevent disruption. Railroads are already preparing systems to compute potential damages claims.
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Alee
White House
McCray calls for volunteers to dig for state institutions
Indiana National Guardsmen guard miners as Governor McCray urges volunteers to dig for state institutions. Whistles sounded at two mines with little worker response. A small crew works to clean up and ready plants under state supervision.
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Staunton
Ind
Ave
Tndiana National Guardsmen
McCray
Cal
Vilnes
Hostilities Begin Today in Indiana
The notice reports the start of hostilities today in Indiana at Staunton, marking a significant regional development with potential impacts on local security and civilian activity.
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Indiana
Striking Miners Engage State Troops in Staunton Ambush
In Staunton Indiana on August 4 striking miners opened fire on state troops ordered by Governor Metcalf to guard mines. The troops returned fire after an ambush, and a one hour fusillade ensued with soldiers using automatic rifles.
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Evening Journal
Staunton
Ind
Metray
Record Price Paid for Whiskaway in Saratoga Sale
Whiskaway a three year old son of Whink broom E in inaugural conqueror of Mor vieh was sold here for a record price of 150000 dollars by Clarry Payne Whitney to former Senator W A Clark of Montana.
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Saratoga
N. Y
Whiskaway
Whinkbroom
Mor Vieh
Clarry Payne Whitney
W. A. Clark
Montana
New Nation Proposal Seeks Rhineland Parliaments and Allied Supervision
French parliament outlines a penalty plan for Germany demanding separation of the Rhineland with its own parliament and a finance regime under allied oversight. The scheme includes expelling German officials, expanding the Rhine land commission powers, and economic pressure on key German industries.
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Paris
Aus
Rhineland
Germany
Premier Pelncare
Dusseldorf
Duisburg
Rakrort
France
Newmarket Textile Strike Settlement Attracts Attention
The Newmarket mill strike ends after six months with workers settling at the old wage for a 4 hour day. About 25,000 out of work discussed the victory amid meetings. 1,000 retain the old rate for 4 hours. The outcome is seen as a potential model for other strikes.
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Mancheeter
N. PL
Newmarket Mille
Stete Awide
Newmarket
States defer coal action pending Cleveland meeting
Indiana and neighboring state officials with Governor McCray decide to postpone state actions toward resuming coal mining until after the Cleveland meeting of striking miners and operators. If the meeting fails to end the strike, a conference of coal producing states will be called in Columbus.
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Indianapolis
Ohio
Michigan
McCray
Indiana
Cleveland
Colmebus O
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