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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Aug 21, 1920

Page

7

The Struggle With the Reds in Europe

The article argues that French methods halted a Russian push into Poland, with large enemy captures and traps closing. It warns Poland to seek ceasefire while preserving its republican government and Polish lands, notes German influence on Bolshevism, and urges unified, fact-based action among free nations amid looming strategic shifts across Europe.

Minsk Poland Red Army Russia Germany Belgium France Warsaw Lemberg Front Europe Czechoslovakia Prague Teutons

Sugar Price Drop Tests Dealer Losses and DoJ Stance

Dealers who bought sugar under contract at about 25 cents a pound face selling at 17 cents amid falling prices. They seek DoJ protection from losses, arguing a 1 cent per pound profit limit under profiteering laws. The department says it cannot intervene and notes many dealers speculated. Government focus remains on public interest and cheaper living costs, acknowledging some pain in the adjustment.

Department of Justice Department

Burden Relief for American Masses Cited in Policy Outlook

The passage notes that moving forward will relieve the burdens of the masses of the American people. It emphasizes a future shift aimed at easing financial and social load across the population.

Reform Needed to Separate Diplomacy from Politics

Senator Harding and Governor Cox support improving the diplomatic and consular service. They urged complete separation from politics, resolve pay and housing issues, and expand salaries to attract capable talent for a truly national-service oriented foreign policy.

American Export Manufacturers’ Association Harding Gov. Cox America Vorua Foreign Service United States

Heir to Earldom Heiress to Wed American Bride

Lord Ossulston, 23, heir to the Tankerville title, is half American and to marry Roberta Mitchell of Berkeley Square London. His career includes Royal Navy service and a postwar air force role, with a lineage linking to French nobility and the Grosvenor era of English chivalry.

Lord Ossulston Roberta Petey Mitchell Hill Street Berkeley Square Jrondon Boston Mass Fidest Mart Tankerville Leonora van Marter John G van Marter New York Qsaulston Royal Navy Air Force Ossulalon France Corisande de Gramont Henry of Navarre Vranue Ossulston le Cramonts Lord Tankerville Atlantic Earl Theodore Roosevelt Wyoming Richard Bennett Tnrd London Tur Duke of Marlborough Ireland America Moody and Sankey Antivivisectionist Society England

Balloon races off in Chicago for Bennett Trophy

Chicago officials announce the national and international balloon races for the James Gordon Bennett Trophy are canceled due to funding issues, with 15 American and 11 international balloons entered. A secretary from the Aero Club of America denies reports of a full abandonment, noting possible relocation to another midwestern city.

Augustus Tost The Aero Club of America Stephens Himms Club New York Augustus Pagt Chicago

FILE NEW RAILROAD RATES TAKE EFFECT SOON

Interstate Commerce Commission clears blanket schedules to raise passenger and freight rates. Passenger fares up 20 percent with 50 percent surcharge on Pullman space and excess baggage, milk charges up 220 percent, and general freight increases from 25 to 46 percent by territory. Railroads expect more than 1.5 billion dollars in yearly revenue to cover higher wages.

Ratheada Inter- State Commerce Commission

Postage Cost to Transport Michigan Senate Ballots

Figures released by the Senate sergeant at arms show about $1 500 in postage to mail the ballots for the Michigan Senate race between Truman H Newberry and Henry Ford. About 15 000 ballots were destroyed before legal proceedings began. The ballots are stored under guard in the Senate office building and a recount may begin when Congress reconvenes in December.

Senate Truman H. Newberry Henry Ford United States Senate Michigan Congress

King of Syria Feisal Leaves Cairo for Europe

Prince Feisal son of the Hedjaz king who was elected King of Syria at Damascus weeks earlier departed Port Said for Europe on Wednesday. The news notes his involvement in discussions with the French and his subsequent departure from the country amid regional tensions. Also reported is the appointment of Lewis J Bailey as assistant director of the Federal Bureau of Navigation, succeeding Frank Burke, and his plan to join the Shipping Board.

Chillingham Castle Fingland Tankervilie Henry V Great Britain Chillingham Forest William the Conqueror William de Muschamp Mazabeth Hall of Tankerville Hari Archibald Bodkin British Treasury King George Charles Matthews Archibald United Kingdom Inner Temple Old Garrick Club R. Wheeler Bush St. Alphage London Wall Earl of Desart Marquise DE Fonthnoy Cairo Egypt Feisal Hedjaz Syria Damascus Port Said Europe Lewis J. Bailey Federal Bureau of Nation Frank Burke Shipping Board Wan Geers Bailey Anto Bureau

Tax on Bonds and Stocks Should Not Hit Investors Hard

Letter to the editor argues state personal property tax on bonds stocks and shares unfairly taxes income and undermines saving. Authors call for radical reform ending property tax on investment securities to protect thrift and industry and encourage national prosperity.

Bermington Union

Friendly Ports Urge Loyal Support For Shipping Board Ships

Chairman Hengon of Seattle business interests released a letter to G J France urging loyal local support for the Shipping Board. He cites hostility to the board as a factor in vessel allocations and warns that American bottoms depend on home port backing amid ads opposing the policies.

Seattle Shipping Board Hengon Im G J France Mr France Uhre

Norway Bans Luxuries to Halt Currency Decline

Chistania August 20 Norway bans import of luxury goods including automobiles diamonds watches jewelry silk furniture furs airplanes phonographs motorcycles and patent leather shoes to curb a weakening currency. The move aims to reduce American imports as the kroner trades at 6.67 per dollar versus 3.72 normal.

Chistania Norway America

Marine Box on World Tour for Belleau Wood Memorial

Secretary Daniels started a world touring collection box to raise funds for a memorial tablet in Belleau Wood Military Cemetery France. The Belleau Wood Chapter American Legion formed by 308 women who enlisted in the marine corps reserve will send the box to every marine post and station nationwide. It travels by train plane and ship aboard a naval vessel with marines aboard for the fund drive.

Daniels Marine Corps Belleau Wood Military France Belleau Wood American Legion Marine Corps Reserve

Gompers To Tell Of Campaign At Labor Day Rally

President Gompers of the AFL plans a Labor Day speech at Indianapolis during a labor demonstration tied to the national carpenters convention. He is expected to discuss the campaign to elect Congress members and senators, with allied labor groups aiming for unity.

Gompera American Federation of Labor Indianapolis Carpenters’ Organization Gompere

Wilson Nominates Driscott for Western Pennsylvania U S Attorney

President Wilson nominates Driscott, appointed yesterday by the President, as United States attorney for the Western district of Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania Driscott Wilson United States Western District of

Bitter Utah Senate Race Foreseen With Unity In GOP

A Salt Lake City observer predicts a solid GOP front for Senator Smoots reelection amid party unity after past divisions. The piece notes Judge Moyle as a strong Democratic challenger and references anti Wilson sentiment, church politics, and economic themes affecting the race.

Utah Senator Smoot J. H Wootton Salt Lake City Willard Judge Moya Heber Grant Mormon Church Proleague of Nations

Vice Presidential Power Proposals Highlighted in Debates

Col George Mann of New York lauds Senator Harding’s plan to empower the Vice President as Senate presiding officer and as a liaison between executive and legislative branches. He notes Harding would invite Gov Charlidge to join cabinet deliberations, aiming for broad national benefit.

Harding Pramdan Mae George Mann New York Dewey Senate Legislative Department Cnaridge Smeh Ov. Cox Republic Roosevellt Coolidge

Bishop Thirkield Seeks Passport for Latin American Jurisdiction

Bishop Wilbur P. Thirkield of the Methodist Episcopal Church South, named by the general conference as the first resident bishop for Mexico City, called at the State Department yesterday to obtain his passport. His district will cover Mexico, Panama, Central America and Peru. He previously served eight years as resident bishop at New Orleans.

Wilbur P. Thirkield Methodist Epicopal Church South General Conference Mexico City Mexico Panama Central America Peru Thirkiem New Orleans

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