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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1924
Page
1
A fragmented column of brief opinions and witticisms on public figures and events. It covers President Coolidge, Mussolini, the Prince of Wales, the Democratic convention, and various political musings, with satirical asides about economy, labor, and culture. Some lines nod to notable figures like Lloyd George, Depew, and Ellona Duse.
Philadelphia April 22 Harry K Thaw was found sane by the jury after seven hours of testimony to determine his mental condition The verdict said he is fully capable of managing his estate The decision followed a tense trial and Thaw's outburst at the noon recess as he denied being nervous about losing the jury He will remain in the asylum pending a new trial motion by Evelyn Nesbits counsel and possible New York charges await Thaw
Special Cable Dispatch reports Vienna taxed the Rothschild family 872000 for 47 household servants. They had paid 14000 for 61 servants last year, then discharged fourteen to lower the tax as officials raised rates over 100 percent overall and servant taxes jumped over 700 percent.
Special to The Washington Post reports Philadelphia April 22. After the verdict finding him sane Uarry K. Thaw told reporters a typed statement describing concerns about juror withdrawal and possible objections. He praised Judge Monaghan and Judge Patterson for their charges and speeches and noted plans to assist Miss Nesbit if possible.
Mary Lindowski, 99, found in a doorway near Chicago seeking shelter and food. She says a suburban farmer fired her for being too old and she cannot recall his name or address. Police seek the farmer to provide aid.
Eighteen general prohibition agents in the Philadelphia district were suddenly reassigned to distant points. The shakeup follows an Internal Revenue Bureau investigation led by A. G. Nichols and ordered by Prohibition Commissioner Roy A. Haynes, with agents like Gough ordered to report to the Pittsburgh district.
President Coolidge arrived here at 5116 o clock last night from New York where he spoke at the Associated Press luncheon. The return trip took 4 hours and 45 minutes with the presidential special arriving in Washington 15 minutes ahead of schedule. Accompanying the President were Mrs. Coolidge Mr. and Mrs. Frank W Stearns and William M Butler campaign manager.
The Senate yesterday confirmed the reappointment of Robert E. Mattingly as a judge in the municipal court. Mattingly is serving his second term, first appointed by President Wilson in 1919. He was born locally and graduated from Georgetown University Law School.
Philadelphia results show Ralph Beaver Strassburger leading Gov Gifford Pinchot for delegate at large to the Republican national convention with 159,336 votes to 28,801 from 1,552 districts CIT Philadelphia districts gave Strassburger 126,798 to Pinchot 13,462. Pinchot voted early at Mitford. the Vare organization backed Strassburger. In New Jersey Coolidge leads Johnson in early returns for presidential preference and delegate counts as rain limits turnout.
Secretary Weeks asked Congress to approve a War Department relief bill totaling 6 017 069 03 for Japanese earthquake sufferers. A breakdown shows 5 831 718 44 spent by Brig Gen Mc Coy in the Philippines, plus other allocations by quartermaster, finance, American forces in China, and air service. President Coolidge reportedly approves. referral to Military Affairs Committee.
In a statement issued in Washington, ex Attorney General Daugherty denies that Harding’s naming was oil influenced and attacks Wheeler committee tactics. He pledges truth about judicial matters, defends Jesse W. Smith, and says the Republican party will ride Justice Department records to victory. He hints a Columbus speech will address these issues. Continued on second page.
Two Riverdale, Maryland youths remain in serious condition after accidents. Five year old William Bowers lost an eye in a playing soldiers game when a stick pierced his eye and doctors removed the eye. Six year old Joseph Hammett was badly burned when matches in a grocery basket ignited his clothing and flames reached him. Twelve year old Glen Warwell broke an arm in a fall while roller skating.
President Coolidge's New York address calls for complete independence through full coordination and cooperation. He stresses service as a practical American duty, balancing self-preservation with sacrifice to aid others and uphold national ideals.
President Coolidge signaled a plan for a new world arms conference after German reparations are settled. Senate leaders and Republicans generally welcomed the idea, viewing it as practical and linked to Europe’s economic foundation. Action in the Senate may follow continued discussion on the measure.
In an April 22 address at Lightnaitc-Feenan Wales A P reported Lloyd George denies Liberal revolt against Asquith while condemning Labor pressure. He says Liberals face humiliation under a hostile government and warns Labor may force a fall before any election. He criticizes MacDonald’s government for losing goodwill and urges Labor to rethink its stance.
Three brothers David Alfred and Aleron Young were shot and killed by Dar rin Fontenet at a Bellair Cove country dance after a feud. Fontenot fled to Ville Platte and surrendered to Sheriff Wiggins. He is jailed on a murder charge. Nitti’s Son Wounded In Duel With Swords in Naples, Vincenzo Nitti wounded in the right arm after a sword duel with Giulio Francesconi sparked by a fascist paper insult. fight ended when surgeons intervened.
A woman drove a nearly new limousine into a car and then into a street car in a Twin City incident last night and abandoned the dented vehicle. The car, bearing license D C 61 451, appeared at Hulda D Vardon of the Roosevelt hotel. Police searched the Humousine at the Second precinct Station house garage and found papers in a portfolio. No injuries were reported and the driver could not be found at the hotel. The collision involved J D Mossberg at 1706 T Street NW and a street car near 1216 Fourteenth Street.
A faithful dog saved Mrs. George Hollamby and her eight children when their Clean, New York home burned at midnight. The mother was awakened by the barking and freed the children as flames reached bedding and clothing, with some children sustaining slight burns.
Chauncey M. Depew, nearing his 90th birthday, shares longevity secrets in New York. He supports women’s enfranchisement yet says they are too serious about politics. He notes appearance changes but asserts the girl visitor remains the same and credits longevity to humor, belief in fellow men, moderation, and optimism, listing three aids.
President Coolidge, speaking at the Associated Press luncheon in New York, calls for private American capital participation in a German loan and backs another world conference to address reparations. He stresses economic stability for Europe, codification of international law, and a peaceful settlement enabling broader payments. The speech, broadcast nationwide, links American economic independence to global financial recovery.
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