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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1924
Page
16
Immigration apportionment set at 2 percent from 1890 census. President begins study of measure confers with Hughes and Lodge on Japanese note. Interpretations differ on policy.
Tokyo officials reject reports that Hanihara will be recalled as Japan faces U S immigration policy fallout. The Tokyo Asahi cites continued Senate resistance to open doors while American critics urge restraint, warning of broader repercussions for commerce and race relations.
The Navy Department debates paying Bethlehem Shipyard Corporation for scrapping the old vessel. Questions about whether the Treasury will authorize the payment and which department holds that authority are raised amid disputed claims and possible revisions to the contract.
Dyer urged a formal inquiry into enforcement of the prohibition statute. The discussion focused on liquor control, suspected abuses, and the need to examine how enforcement laws affect public behavior and revenue.
Buffalo report links gasoline fumes to cancer risk based on expert notes. The article cites Dr Hoffman of Newar and the American Medical Association, noting several deaths tied to exposure over years.
Memphis launch staged at Cramp's Philadelphia yard to reveal a new light cruiser. The vessel, named Memphis, features three main propulsion units, a combined power output around 100 909 and a top speed of 22. Future plans include integrating an innovative airplane carrier concept within the ship’s design.
The report notes Le Boutellier and associates in a federal case with bond actions tied to a vehicle and transportation cases. Charles Jones appears in related transport records as the matter proceeds before Judge Tour. Authorities indicate denial of knowledge regarding certain confims, with the hearing detailing procedural steps and bond considerations.
A Capper measure seeks a federal market bureau to supervise and coordinate agricultural trade. It would consolidate producer groups, curb abuses in marketing channels, and standardize pricing and reporting under a federal board.
Paris reports Premier Poincare and Japanese Ambassador Ishii discussing a possible appeal to the League of Nations over an exclusion issue. While denial from the Japanese embassy appeared, observers note the covenant's fear of disturbing international peace if the United States, not a member, is drawn into any League actions.
Report notes fears of Asiatic influence harming irrigation schemes and Mexico trade as officials discuss river management. Authorities claim federal rights to navigate and control the waterway, amid mounting disputes over tolls and land use.
Discussion outlines how the council could report disputes as within domestic jurisdiction under Article AV. It explains that the United States must accept League obligations and present its case with full facts to the League secretary general to argue the matter is solely domestic.
New York April 17 executive committee of the Methodist Episcopal Church board of foreign missions adopted a resolution deploring Congress abrogating the so called gentlemen's agreement excluding Japanese immigrants without formal conference. Copies were ordered sent to President Coolidge Senator Cummins and Speaker Gillett. The committee views the action with awe and distress, saying it harms the international situation and urging a solution protecting legitimate interests of both nations without offense.
Congress heard plans for a health lecture by Bernarr Macfadden of New York in the House office building at 16 focusing on simple exercises to combat high mortality and improve vigor among members. Patrons include Senators Copeland McKainies Capper and Representatives Tongworth Dallinger Young Nelson Godwin Baer with the event described as nonpartisan.
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