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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1920
Page
11
Fragmented telegraphed text cites Roberts urging greater opposition to labor domination of roads and foreign property rights. It notes concerns over commerce, private rights, and national policy, with references to embargo talk and international trade in a postwar context.
Mr Robers argues for rates and booklet to protect investments and curb living costs, warning that in war foreign governments could seize or auction property. The chamber records opposition to bonuses for WWI soldiers, amid a 1917-18 court case where interest was allowed at 6 percent from October 12, 1917 on an unpaid note.
Emma Le Blanc filed for absolute divorce from George I Le Blanc who is jailed on narcotics charges. She alleges the couple lived together in New York and Philadelphia after their Richmond marriage in 191 Judgment by Aerault for 10 600 was awarded to the Clarksburg Trust Company against the defendants.
Four men were killed when an explosion wrecked the engine room of the Des Moines Gas Company early today. The dead are Philip Devine, superintendent William Wesham, James Miller and Fred Cappas.
Bankruptcy proceedings were filed in the Pristrict Supreme Court yesterday by Bessie Rapalye milliner. She certifies liabilities of $5802 with assets at $1095 of which she claims $97515 exempt.
A House rules committee debate centers on Louie F Post and alleged depor tation abuses. Lawmakers cite more than 200 cases where Post canceled or staged deportations and claim he released agitators without full review. Republicans plan a preliminary inquiry and possible impeachment if findings are adverse.
New York April 27 net profits of the American Woolen Company for 1919 amounted to 1 579 415. After taxes and contingencies and dividends on preferred and common stock, the year left a balance of profit 5 773 504. Surplus for 1919 totaled 12 039 204, lifting combined surplus to 21 754 428.]]
New York April 2 United Steel Corporation reports 1929 first quarter earnings totaling 42,089,019 with net income 31,423,701 and surplus 13,337,085. Regular dividends maintained at 1 percent on preferred and common. Common stock earned 3.88 dollars per share for the quarter, surpassing prior quarters and marking a record war-era performance.
Farninge of Mergenthaler Linotype Co reports for October 1 to March 31 earnings equal to 105 percent of outstanding capital stock. If the second half mirrors this, directors may restore the 2 percent extra dividend once common in December in prior years.
The British embassy told the state Department that Britain does not offer rebates to ships passing the Panama Canal. The embassy said the government only pays tolls when it operates vessels on charter.
Guaranteed silverware offered at special prices with emphasis on value and savings for shoppers. Limited details present in readable text, focusing on promotional nature and discount appeal.
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