The London Conference on Versailles Reparation Deadlock
The Washington Post reports on July 20 1924 coverage of the London Conference where France Belgium and Britain seek to advance the Dawes plan but deepen disagreements. France and Britain clash over withdrawal from the Ruhr and how to apply sanctions while Germany’s reparation burden fuels economic tension between nations. Ambassador Kellogg and negotiators push for a workable compromise amid divergent views.
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London
Ayecaters
France
Heiare Ves
Belgium
Vis Iy
Dawes
Gifdt
Liebber
Vany
Ib Sea
Ruhr
Frete
Crermans
Iite
Uxeen
Feurce
Fingland
Ain
Iattien Commission
Soy Otrar
Togks Atareyit
Kellogg
Davis at Home Quiet After Noisy Convention
The report notes Mr. Davis remains in a still moment at home following a raucous convention while his brother Chas. is abroad. Republican harmony is emphasized as the prevailing mood in the immediate aftermath.
Chairman Davis and Democratic drift in the nation
A reflective, opinionated column surveys the Democratic convention, Davis's resignation, Polk’s role, astrological forecasts, and intra party dynamics. It weighs party balance, Wilder potential, and the White House strategy while sketching the broader political landscape and historical echoes.
Historic Portsmouth and its enduring naval ties
The Portsmouth launch of a large submarine boat marks a notable naval achievement and stirs reflections on local history. It recalls Theodore Roosevelt bringing Japanese and Russian envoys to Portsmouth and Paul Jones sailing from the town with the Stars and Stripes, highlighting enduring patriotic associations.
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Portsmouth
New Hampshire
Theodore Roosevelt
Japan
Russia
Paul Jones
Ranger
Europe
Paul Revere
Durham
John Sullt
Bank Cooperation and Economic Understanding Urged
Speakers at the American Institute of Banking call for general and practical economic understanding. They emphasize bankers as service agencies interdependent with the public, arguing mutual interests and cooperation boost banks and the nation.
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American Institute of Banking
Classification Criticized in Federal Employee Reclassification
Criticism targets the federal classification system, accusing it of salary based bias rather than work type. Critics say clerical officials benefited with higher pay while underemployed staff gained little, undermining the act’s aim of equalizing pay and service. They urge Congress to reassess and seek reclassification.
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Congress
Democratic convention rules may be revised in coming session
The piece argues for reform of Democratic nominating rules, urging abolition of the unit rule and separate examination of the two thirds rule. It notes Republicans abandoned the unit rule in 1876 and 1880 and contends representatives should vote according to constituents or independently if instructed. The two thirds rule is debated for its role in past deadlock and eventual selection of a stronger candidate.
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Davis
Mr. Polk
Wier
Polk
Colonel House
Fnally
West Virginia
Mr. Coolidge
White House
MacGregor
Mr. Butler
Mr. Hayes
Slemp
Stearns
Brandegee
Potomac
Connecticut
Massachusetts
Wilkham M. Butler
Makepeace
Morgan
Virtue
Burton
Pat
Charles
Chas
John W. Davis
New York
Tammany Banner
Ming
Democratic National Committee
Republians
Derelict Text Fragments Hint At Mate Plant Scandal
Fragmentary lines reference a process to produce Yerba Mate and a hoax plant. The piece mentions secrecy, a government starter at Bello Va, and widespread distribution of plants. It hints at deception in a valuable plant industry and ongoing interest from various parties.
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Ameria
United States
S Bart Peer
Dieteer
Bello Va
Gifted School Children Rise in Distrat Tests
District authorities report exceptionally high average scores on psychological tests among pupils. Officials say parental intellect and selective population traits contribute to the strong showing, noting heredity and environment as factors in the measured abilities.
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