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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1920

Page

10

No Month Dollar Payment Notice

The fragment indicates a monetary payment note with figures like 070 and 50 and a term 7 06 u. Readable context is insufficient to determine a clear event, person, or organization.

Two Leaders Face Off Over European Destiny in War Context

A dramatic confrontation outlines David Lloyd George and Nikolai Lenin as rival faces of competing systems. The piece traces their influence on Europe, Lenin's expansionist aims, and the complicating factors of secret treaties, Poland, Constantinople, and the broader war context as they contemplate a decisive conference at Boulogne.

David Lloyd Ze0lge British Empire Allied Council Nikolai Lenine Europe Poland Tlood George Lennie Lenine Paganda Lloyd George League of Nations George Millerand France Roumania Caucasus Turkey Polahetiki Boulogne Constantinople Edsvardrev Russia Britain Wilson Japan Tlod George

National Finances and Fiscal Year Close

The Treasury reports end of fiscal year 18 national finances show ordinary income exceeding ordinary expenditures by a margin, with debt still large. Secretary Houston notes reduced spending and a trend toward retrenchment, though taxes are not yet reducible and public debt remains heavy. The administration claims progress toward balance and prudent cuts, while Congress is urged to sustain restraint and avoid pork barrel projects.

Wis Jnase Novatc Treasury Houston Congress

Twelve-Dollar Coal Probe Sparks DOJ Action

The piece condemns rising coal prices from 12 to 15 dollars a ton as profiteering during fuel shortages. It notes Attorney General Palmer investigations into causes, including possible car allocations and speculative pricing, with FTC data showing mine prices 32 to 50 dollars and slim profits after costs.

Capt Kidd Jesse James II Department of Justice Palmer Federal Trade Commission

Zoning Plans for Washington and Civic Progress

The commission seeks a measured zoning policy for the National Capital balancing growth and residential steadiness. It emphasizes gradual change, citizen input, and collaboration with business and civic groups to avoid abrupt reforms and public protests. Ambitious political figures and misinformed theories are noted but not endorsed.

Washington

China's boy emperor to wed president's daughter

A 14 year old Chinese emperor Pu is betrothed to the daughter of President Han Shih Chang. The republic supports his education in an English city, with an English tutor and a strong emphasis on geography, while debate continues on whether China will restore a monarchy or remain a republic.

China United States America Alleghenie Emperor Pu Orient Chimata Mage Peking Fordden City Pu Yia Middle Kingdom Han Shih Chang Pu ¥ 1 Hia Wide Hia Empresa

Sunday School Delegates Gather for Tokyo Convention

American delegates to the world Sunday school convention in Tokyo this October total about 78. The first big party arrives August 15. Representatives will also come from the British Isles Europe Australia China and Korea, with many delegates from across Japan.

Tokyo Ma’s Japan British Isles Europe Australia China Korea

Germany frees Dr Dorten after interallied order

Berlin reports Dr H A Dorten a Rhine land separatist leader jailed in Wiesbaden and Leipzig has been released by government order. The release follows an interallied Rhineland commission ruling that arrest violated occupation terms. The Allied authorities warned of strong measures if he was not surrendered.

Berlin H A Dorten Rhineland Loka Anzeiger Dorten Wiesbaden Mayence Leipzig Dortens Hlah Commission Occupation Commission Saar Foreign Office Toda

Big guns not fired from cars on rail defense plan

Maj Gen W F Coe of the coast artillery rejects the idea of firing 14 inch naval guns from moving railway cars. He says a concrete block supports the gun, trucks removed, and the gun rests on a carriage with a 460 degree arc. Guns can be moved between prepared positions and prepped in advance as part of fortification.

France W F Coe Coast Artillery Earlaing Naval

New State in Transcaucasia Sparks Turkiye Satellite Plan

A July report from Warsaw describes a movement to form a large Mahomedan state in Transcaucasia from the Caspian Sea to Erzerum. The effort aims to be a Turkish satellite, rooted in a national idea rather than Bolshevik influence, with Lenine and Mustapha Kemal sharing aims against Moscow influence and Armenia.

Warsaw Mali Transcaucasa Caspin Sea Erzerum Satellie Turke Wh Ch Alles Lenine Russan Premer Mustapha Hemal Pasha Great Briain Kema Moscow Armenia Mahomedan Caucasus Lemmne Tun

U S congratulates Colombia on war anniversary

Telegrams between President Wilson and Colombia’s president were released by the State Department. The messages offer cordial congratulations and mutual best wishes, expressing gratitude and high regard for each nation.

Walton Colombia State Department W Son Marco Fide Suarez

New York Receipts Double in Year Ended June 39

New York July 96 Receipts of the New York custom house for the year ended June 39 totaled 230 0837 285, nearly double the amount collected during the previous year, per the annual report of Collector Byron UT Newton. Receipts for the previous year were 117 Sfid 2a2. Total moots value was 904 46 042, and expenses 3386 984723, with collecting expenses 2% cents per dollar, compared with 4 34 cents last year.

York Hecetpta York Custom House Byron UT Newton Ding

Bolivian provisional board formed with ministers named

A provisional governing board in Bolivia is convened with Dr Jose M Lacales as foreign minister and Bautista as interior and public works minister. J M Famirez is war master, Florian Zambramo finance and agriculture minister. The junta, formed July 1, is led by these four. A shark attack today on the bathing beach left one victim dead, prompting George Weiss, a life guard, to pursue and kill the shark with an oar in a small boat.

Santiago Jay Engemere George Weiss Hfe Weiss

Jules Ferry Widow Mme Ferry Dies in Paris

Paris report states Mme Ferry widow of Jules Ferry prominent French statesman died today in the French capital.

Jules Ferry Paris Mme Ferry Nan

Paris honors M. T. Herrick at city reception

Paris officials hosted Myron T. Herrick former American ambassador to France at the Hotel de Ville. The event honored his services to Paris and France as German forces advanced and the diplomatic corps moved to Bordeaux. Lecorbellier presented the gold medal, Autrand and Hugh Wallace spoke, Herrick grew emotional and could not finish his reply. Premier Miller, former President Poincare and many prominent civic and social figures attended.

Paris Hotel de Ville Myron T .Herrick France Bordeaux Lecorbellier Herrick Mo Autrand Seine Hugh Wallace Miller Poincare Gen Pau

France Near Normal Tariff Restores Prewar Protection

Paris July 20 The new import prohibition decree relieves the MarchApril restrictions by allowing special permits while maintaining a prewar level of protection. Twenty items remain forbidden including pearls cut flowers precious stones and watch components with certain industrial uses. Other banned goods include arms cartridges and empty war projectiles. The duties function as a supertax pushing values back toward prewar rates.

Paris OM Diet Virtualy France

Chile Elects President Amid Prolonged Vote Process

In Santiago Tuy 8 Artin Aes sandri elected with a 4 vote majority over Ta9 Barros Borgono as presidential candidate. Electors meet Sunday to finalize and Congress session will proclaim the winner in August. A drawn out procedure, aided by communication constraints, caused extended political tension and debate over the electoral system.

Santiago Chile Artin Aessandri Fance Republic Barros Borgono Agont Seeson Congress Bard Condittons

Puccini to Visit America in Possible Tour

Fragmented report notes famous composer Puccini considering a stay in the United States for musical purposes. A reading from John Kerr Richmond Virginia mentions a book brought for the occasion and the potential for a musical adaptation.

Rome Fresstran Puccin United Purpose el Fe Virginia John Kerr Richma Puce

Kaiser’s Widow Learns of Prince Joaes Death

The Hague dispatch reports the former German Empress was informed of the death of her young son Prince Joaes, killed by his own hand. She bore the news with notable courage, gradually showing deep grief yet maintaining composure, though her health declined as the tragedy settled in.

Hague Fe Acen and

Berlin Decree Orders Foreigner Expulsion At Letifa

The Anzeiger reports in Earl Lilman prefect Letifa ordered all foreigners to leave the seanty. The unexpected order will affect many neutral and entente citizens. Only a few Germans remain. A Fag Mish torpedoboat ficta has arrived a wa ace ring to d spatches received today.

Berlin Anzeiger Earl Lilman Prefet Letifa

Brant Grants Credit to Maly for Italian Purchase

The Brazilian government extends credit to Italy for a purchase of arts bl A commerce department advisor said the extension amounts to four percent and will be financed through a Brazilian agency. Official sources indicated a formal agreement was under negotiation with Braghaneho representatives and transport arrangements were pending final approval.

Che Ann Italy Agian Peed Arts Department of Commerce Tf Ommrodtes

Montreal Port Rated Second in Western Hemisphere

The annual report of the harbor commissioners shows Montreal Port ranking second in the western hemisphere for foreign commerce value and seventh worldwide for port operations in 1919. The figures come from the just issued harbor commission report detailing port activity and performance.

Montreal Western Hemisphere Annua

Pershing May Visit Brazil for Pessoa’s Brazil Tour

Reports from government circles indicate General Pershing may visit Brazil soon for talks in Rio de Janeiro. The trip would follow President Pessoa’s anticipated reciprocal visit to the United States, signaling closer military and diplomatic ties between the two nations.

Ro Janeiro Brazil Pessoa

France Raises Sugar Output Amid War Era Confusion

A fragmented report notes France increased sugar production from September 1, 1919 to July, reaching around 15,484 tons versus a prior 10,7 tons figure. The text then devolves into garbled remnants listing names and unrelated items, with no clear follow‑up data.

France

Fragmented Historical Echoes of American Rail and Farm Life

A garbled page fragment mentions the Federal Reserve and rail service, contrasting urban industry and rural farming. It references figures like Joachim and Bravat and hints at farmers preparing, transporting goods, and seeking futures amid economic tension and evolving transportation.

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