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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Oct 17, 1921

Page

6

Pershing Receives Ovation in London

Gen. Pershing arrived in London to attend ceremonies for the tomb of Britain's unknown soldier. He was greeted by war officials, met with dignitaries, and joined a reception at the American embassy. A 450 strong American battalion from Rhone arrived, cheered through Victoria station, and hosted a formal Anglo-American dinner at the Duke of York's barracks.

London Associated Press Pershing Britain Pares Victoria Station Laming Worthington-Evang Lord Tee Farreham Admiralty Travers Clarke Henry Oliver Herbert Creedy War Office Sir Henry E. Wilson Paris Folkestone Iren Per Twinin Maj. C. Saibert Salbert Welsh Guards Tne Coblent Persiing Eighth Fiftieth Infantry R. O. Barton Mej Hugh Sutton Army Council Rhioe Icans Duke of York Chelsea Territorial Army Association of London Dover Royal Trish Fusiliers Barton Neil Tinit Olympia Paddington Station British Rayal Association

Americais Medal Seen As Sign Of Nations Unity

London editorial says America’s Medal is a sign of nations’ unity as the unknown British soldier is honored. The Sunday Observer lauds the salute to fallen soldiers and notes camaraderie forged by war, reflecting on memories of past troop marches and shared sacrifice.

America London Britain Sunday Observer T.andon Hany Pershine

Munyons Rheumatism Remedy Promises Fast Relief

Munyons Rheumatism Remedy claims quick relief from sharp pains in arms legs side back or chest and sereneza and lameness in joints and hips. It targets chronic rheumatism sciatica and lumbago with no salicylic acid morphine or cocaine and is produced by Munyon's H. H. R. Co. Scranton Pa.

Munyon Munyen Munyon’s H. H. R. Co Scranton, Pa

Westminster Abbey Medal of Honor Altar of Unity

The Sunday Times asserts America will consecrate a new altar of unity when the Medal of Honor is laid in Westminster Abbey. This ceremonial gesture frames the honor as a national symbol of unity and shared sacrifice.

The Sunday Times America Westminster Abbey

Pittsburgh to curb liquor withdrawal permits

Prohibition Commissioner Roy A. Haynes announced in Pittsburgh that the city office will discontinue issuing withdrawal permits for whiskey and alcohol. He said a large force of prohibition agents will soon be appointed to the Pittsburgh office.

Pittsburgh Prohibition Roy A. Haynes Washington

Olympic nearly hits mine in English Channel

A Special Cable Dispatch from Paris reports mine sweepers are active in the English Channel and off the French coast after warnings of floating mines near Cherbourg. The Olympic reportedly passed within a few yards of one mine.

Paris English Channel French Cherbourg Olympic

Airplane Catapult Ready for Ships with Hangars Planned

The first complete catapult for launching airplanes from battleship decks is ready for installation at Hampton Roads. It uses a power driven carriage on tracks to accelerate the plane until takeoff. Designers predict all ships of the line will soon be equipped with hangars, machine shops and aviation gear.

Associated Press Hampton Roads Air Station Samuel Pierpont Langley

Iowa poised to win Western conference title after Illinois win

Chicago October 16 The University of Iowa football eleven leads the Western conference after Saturday's games. Iowa defeated Illinois 14 to 2 in what was thought to be their toughest outing of the season. Wisconsin Michigan and Ohio State face each other in key matchups that could trim the leading trio.

Chicago University of Iowa Hawkeyes Iowans Illinois Wisconsin Michigan Ohio State Minnesota Iowa Purdue Northwestern Indiana

Westovers Fall to Knickerbockers in Georgetown Clash

The Knickerbockers defeated Westover 21 to 0 on the Georgetown field in a hard fought game witnessed by about 5,000 fans. Westover could muster only three first downs while topsy turvy plays and strong defense limited them throughout.

Smnickerpockers Georgetown Westover Knick Knicks Westovers Pos Barber Base Fitzgerald Horarty Mahoney Leeth Vey Farrell Steven Roberts Tare J. Roberts O' New MecElfresh Jarvis Wrenn Fox Scanlon Sullivan O'Brien Sothern Simmona McKenny McMahon Farrell Clancy

Puebla Governor Flees From Riot In City Turmoil

Federal troops guard Puebla as Gov Jose Maria Sanchez flees with followers during protests over a new tax. Shops reopen after calm returns while disturbances echo in outlying villages. Regent Eleven trounces Brookland 6 to 0.

Associated Press Mexico City Jose Maria Sanchez Puebla Fortunato Maycotte Banchez

WILL FIGHT REBELS IN INDIA British Proclaim Martial Law

Malabar reports speak of a large imminent offensive against Indian revolutionists. Simla issues an extra edition of the Gazette announcing martial law and military courts to try offenses aimed at aiding rebels. Death sentences confirmed by district commanders.

Simla India

Body of former Judge Grosscup arrives in New York

The body of former Federal Judge Peter Grosscup of Chicago arrived on the Caronia from Liverpool and Queenstown. He will be buried in Ashland Ohio with funeral services set for Tuesday. Mrs L J Julius widow of a ZR-2 machinist mate aboard the wrecked ship Hull accompanied the body to California for burial. Another passenger plans to establish an international pen club in New York.

New York Peter 3. Grosscup Chicago Caronia Liveripool Queenstown Ashland Ohio Grosscup L. J. Julius Los Angeles Hull California Durlal Kate Douglas Wiggin

Kidnap Litigants Ignoring Sinn Fein Court

Four armed men seized Patrick Shields a farmer in Castleberg Tyrone during the night before a civil action hearing. He was blindfolded detained for days and berated for refusing to submit his case to a republican court. Other litigants are said to have faced similar kidnappings delaying access to regular courts.

County Tyrone Belfast Associated Press Patrick Shields Castleberg James Shannagh Tyrone John Meehan Sinn Fenners

Rescue Mission Marked 37th Anniversary Services

Morning services at Mount Vernon Place Methodist Church South celebrated the thirty seventh anniversary with Rev. Clovis G. Chappell officiating. Afternoon events at the mission featured Rev. George A. Miller and brief testimonies by mission converts. Long services were led by Peter Quartel with an evening address by Rev. James L. Freeman.

Mount Vernon Place Methodist Episcopal Church South Clovis G. Chappell Mission George A. Miller Ministerial Council G. I. Humphreys J.T. Huddle C. BH. Fultz H. P. Fox J. H. Taylor J. J. Ringer Peter Quartel Dayton Ohio Jamesl. Freeman Church of the Epiphany

Kingston's Laurel Handicap Selections Preview

A compact handicapping card listing races from two-year-olds to maidens with bets and horses named. Swift Cricket Mias Cons Early Bird Orrla Tricklette Sea Bryn Jim Coffroth Shoal Ray Jay Alex H Irilso Dexterous All Over Motor Cup Baby Grand Gnome Ararat Franklin Blazonry Weary Edna D Cast Ashore Yeomanette Celiva Crack o Dawn Night Raider Tuscan Maid Montalvo Grenadier Best three motor cop Franklin Crack of Dawn

Borse Swift Cricket Mias Early Bird Orrla Tricklette Sea Bryn Jim Coffroth Shoal Fenrroids Ray Jay Alex H Gnome Ararat Franklin P. G. King Edna D Yeomanette Celiva Montalvo Grenadier Motor Cop

Jamaica selections outline for troubled 2 year olds and more

Hindered by rough notes, the Jamaica selections list past performance bias for 2 year olds and adults in several races. Notable names include Griselda, Night Boat, Monastery, Dry Moon, Kinnoul, Billy McLaughlin, Lady Gertrude, Mad Hatter, Yellow Hand, and Lucky Hour with comments on form and likely dangers for upcoming purses.

Sellir Gosesy Valor Sande Monastery Marinelli Dry Moon Miller Donnacona Trish Dream Turner Sid Execution Fator Mercury Sanawman Zoeller Iil Kinnoul Ambroge Billy McLaughlin Kum’r Lady Gertrude Mad Hatter Sanda Yellow Hand Bon Homme Schuttinger Georgie Irish Dream Wilson Tody Marinchl Jack Scot Vista Dark Hill Rabin Marie Maxim Harrison Lucky Hour Venizelos Ultimo Fitz Gibbon Valo

Double offer creates rush among candidates in Post campaign

Candidates rush to secure NEW subscriptions as The Post offers 90,000 extra votes and $500 in gold for a sweep of the automo bile and prize campaign. With 15 automobiles as top prizes, entrants crowd districts nationwide as old standings topple like a house of cards. The offer runs until October 25 and the campaign ends November 19.

Post

Regular Vote Schedule for Washington Post Subscriptions

The notice lists votes for new Washington Post subscriptions with old subscriptions counting as half. It covers daily and Sunday deliveries by carrier in Washington and Alexandria, detailing six months and one year terms for daily and daily plus Sunday options.

Washington Lexandria Alexandria Texan Eenee

Golden subscription offer promises large prizes to top five

Time is running on a $500 gold prize and 90,000 extra votes offer. Five top readers by new subscription payments win a gold prize, with every $30 in new subscriptions earning 90,000 additional votes plus regular votes. Act now for a chance at the bright gold.

New subscription prizes and counts explained

Subscriptions count via three methods regular votes according to schedule extra vote offer and gold offer The 90 000 extra vote offer and 600 gold offer close Tuesday October 25 9 pm Subscriptions can be secured in nearby towns cars allotted by city and country divisions with nine grand prize cars awarded to top candidates in either division A committee of prominent Washington business men will count votes at campaign end

Bach City of Washington

Don’t Envy Your Friends Who Own Cars Prize Race

The Post promotes a sweepstakes offering fifteen modern motor cars at no cost to entrants. Campaign urges readers to enter now or act if already participating, listing models and prices from Stutz to Chevrolet and inviting winners to own a car.

Post

Hustle Will Win Fine Motor Cars Campaign Prizes

The Post promotes a prize campaign appealing to ordinary earners with modest means. It emphasizes that persistence and willingness to act grant any entrant a fair chance to win top prizes, arguing ambition and determination are the real capital.

Typographical Error in Sunday's Vote Standing

A corrected vote tally notes a District 6 candidate was credited with 4 222 080 votes due to a typographical error. The accurate figure is 222 080 votes correcting the Sunday vote standings.

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