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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1922
Page
13
Federal geologic survey reports soft coal output reached its peak since the strike began, with 4.19 million tons expected for the week and 42,131 cars loaded Monday. Nonunion districts in the Middle and Southern Appalachians drive gains, while anthracite stays near zero and storage largely feeds consumption.
The article details Major General McAndrew's pivotal role as Pershing’s chief of staff during the 1918 AEF drive from St Mihiel to the Argonne. It notes his leadership amid transportation and supply shortages, his postwar health decline, and his reception of multiple U S and foreign honors including the Ll. D. from Fordham and the Croix de Guerre.
Special to The Washington Point report from Hagerstown Maryland dated April 30 states Mrs. Charles B Wilson is in serious condition at Hagerstown Hospital after an automobile accident near Bridgeport. D P Johnson a Hagerstown merchant was charged with driving while intoxicated and posted a $1000 bond for a hearing scheduled Thursday.
General M Andrew, born Hawley, Pennsylvania, June 29, 186?, West Point graduate of 1888, served in the Twenty first infantry. He fought in the Sioux campaign, Santiago in Cuba, and the Philippine campaign including Caloocan and Malolos. He held posts in the paymaster corps, at the Army War College, became major in 1911 and colonel in 1918, served on the general staff and as commandant of the Army Service School at Fort Leavenworth.
General who commanded the eighteenth Infantry in the First division led the first detachment of American troops across the Atlantic in 1917. He rose to brigadier general in August 1917, commanded the Second Brigade, aided in organizing corps schools at Gondrecourt, and was tasked with organizing and equipping the army settle.
The tariff bill is attacked as the worst ever for consumers while supporters claim it will lift 6,000,000 unemployed and boost production. Senator Harrison denounces presidential rate changes as threats to the female branch of government, while Senator Ladd defends it as a measured, constructive reform aimed at agricultural protection and diversified U.S. production.
Democratic leaders in the Senate say they will not filibuster or obstruct the tariff measure. Senator Underwood and Senator Simmons will speak against the high rates, arguing they burden American consumers to aid manufacturers. The debate is expected to continue for weeks while they present their case to the country.
Indicted figure linked to treason and murder cases rises to prominence amid West Virginia labor unrest. The piece outlines Montgomery’s view of industrial feudalism and calls for legislative relief, notes past gubernatorial runs, possible senatorial bids, and the role of labor in shaping the upcoming state elections. It also mentions potential entrants like Dr Hatfield and Edward Cooper, plus Democratic strategists aiding prosecutions, as the state ponders a volatile political landscape.
Observers note possible rise of socialist strength from the trials as miners in Jefferson county face treason and murder charges. In Charter Town locals show sympathy for the defendants while West Virginians elsewhere may differ. The miners appear worn, poor, and disciplined, with leaders Keeney Mooney and Bruggard described as young and nervous.
The antisaloon league urges defeat of pro modification candidates in primaries and elections for Congress and Senate. It warns 34 national groups back challenge to enforcement and calls churches and civic groups to mobilize. It argues restricting beer and wine remains essential and that penalties depend on federal and state law alignment.
A chauffeur lost control near a Washington dock sending a car edge over water with three passengers including a woman hanging over the end. All escaped. Police arrested the chauffeur pending court. Dr John Lea Allison preached his farewell sermon at Second Presbyterian Church then planned evangelical work in Alexandria. Camp Humphreys hosted Odd Fellows 103rd anniversary with 9,000 attendees. A colored soldier Hayes Bailey was recaptured after escaping Camp Humphreys. A dog license crackdown begins with fines to owners in Alexandria.
Lincoln April 30 AP Bryan returns home to Nebr school of supporters and jokes that taxes will be a central issue in the upcoming national campaign. He criticizes the administration and Democratic leadership, says Congress is wary of farmers, and urges Democrats to win control to set the campaign agenda. He forecasts his party will carry Nebraska in November.
City briefs report that the Rev Francis A Tondort will start a series of public lectures at Georgetown. The item notes district taxation discussion and local civic topics surrounding the event with limited readable detail.
Today St. is 30. Citizens associations in North Wankington Columbia Heights and Stanton Park will meet or elect officers tonight or tomorrow. The Jewish Foster Home annual meeting is set for tomorrow night in the vestry. Representative Chalmers explains the Great Lakes waterway project at the City Club luncheon. A Gavel Club card party is planned at 128 Thirteenth Street North West on Wednesday.
Cleveland April 30 The Socialist party national convention debated affiliating with labor and farmer organizations for future political action. A proposal by Morris Hillquit urged state cooperation in independent action with restrictions. Opponents feared alliance would erode party identity.
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