Miners facing last pay amid prolonged idleness
Washington April 6 Secretary Weeks sent federal troops to New Mexico to quell disorder during coal strike. Idle coal miners begin receiving last pay today, estimated around 900,000 dollars, with more funds to follow as wage distributions spread across Pennsylvania anthracite and other fields. Officials note wage payments will extend through early next week, amid martial law in parts of the coal districts and ongoing negotiations between union leaders and operators.
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Conference of Southwest union heads canceled in Kansas City
George J. Pack president of the Kansas district said there will be no conference of the union heads of the southwest with the coal operators organization in Kansas City Monday. He will meet Arch Heim president of the Missouri district in Kansas City Monday to discuss the operators invitation.
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American Underwear as Americanization Tool in Salvation Work
Brigadier Annie Cowden of the Salvation Army in the Midwest argues that clean underwear promotes mental efficiency health and personal cleanliness among women and children. She notes many children arrive at hospitals in dirty layers and describes free Laundries with electric washers irons and dryers to teach poor mothers modern laundry habits and reduce disease.
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Smiles and Kinks Flit Through Wires Today
A quirky news item reports landlords not to blame for banana peels and slippery conditions, a mayor offers odd incentives, and a marriage invitation is noted alongside a jail sentence. In Denver a police search reveals a wide spread of people.
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NavyAffirms Japanese Navy Strength For Empire Defense
In a public statement the navy department says a conference of admirals has decided that the strength of the Japanese navy, as restricted by the armament conference, is sufficient for the defense of the empire. Four men arrested in Borum Mass after attempting to dispose of $28,000 in bonds stolen from a Catholic church gate in Aurora Illinois on February 28. White House officials disclaimed any intention of President Harding to impair civil service operations amid recent dismissals. In San Juan Porto Rico Governor Mont Reilly and aides are charged in a grand jury with misusing public funds for private purposes. James Register, ill at his Alta Vista residence, has improved and plans to return to his office Monday.
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Iowa Judge Accused of Intoxication. Impeachment Sought
Des Moines report states Iron N Holsaple of the Iowa Anti Saloon League urged Governor to convene a special session for possible impeachment of Fifth District Judge Harry S Dugan. Holsaple cites a March 27 Des Moines courtroom appearance as drunk and unable to perform duties. Kendall says no action decided yet. Dugan was in Des Moines but unavailable for comment.
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Jury Frees Special Agent Who Killed Depot Trespasser
Chariton Iowa April 8 A E Mullen Ollumwa special agent for the Burlington road was found not guilty of murder in the second degree for the shooting of Alva Imei local youth on the night of Dec 1 last The jury reached verdict at 3 am after nine and a half hours deliberation The trial began Monday afternoon Mullen claimed self defense stating he shot Imei after the youth attacked him near the station Imele had earlier ordered him out of the station where he had been causing disturbances while intoxicated according to reports
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Judgment Granted Against Selway Post Plant Figures
A Polk County District Court judge awarded about 575000 to a receiver from Thomas Tobin in an accounting suit against Selway Steel Post Corp president R R Selway and treasurer Budke. The action, brought by the reclaimer for the benefit of blockholders and creditors, named the company and officers.
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Farmington Man Elected Head of South Iowa Teachers
Farmington man Owens was elected president of the South Division of the Iowa State Teachers Association at the twenty nth annual district convention. He has chaired the executive committee and succeeds F C Garrett. Keosauqua’s H M Taylor is named executive chair and Ermals Krant of Oskaloosa is secretary with Carroll as vice president.
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Farnsworth Begins Campaign for State Senate Nomination
Mrs Farnsworth announces candidacy for Republican senatorial nomination from the Twentieth district. She writes State Secretary Ramsay requesting nomination and declares intent to run in the June primary following her April campaign launch.
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Fort Dodge teen wins $15,060 heart balm in court
Myrtle Freed, 18, mother of two, won $15,060 in a heart balm suit against William Carlson in Judge Fry's Fort Dodge court. The plaintiff sought $20,000 in damages after a Fort Dodge trial that drew local attention.
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Robert Hunter to Run Against Boies in Eleventh District
Robert Hunter, Sioux City, today filed for nomination as congressman from the Eleventh district with Secretary of State Ramsey. Other candidates include W. S. Boies of Sheldon, the incumbent, and W. P. Dawson of Aurelia. Des Moines plans a "morals squad" to clean up the city in two shifts, a whirlwind drive against bootleggers and spenders. Edward Love, 26, of Council Bluffs, was bound over to the grand jury on a charge of deceiving Father Huntt by a fake marriage using a take certificate. A missing boy case in Alto, Mason City, and a five year sentence at Fort Dodge involve H. T. of Charles W. Martin, 19, who vanished after a five year term began, with a reward offered for information on his whereabouts.
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Deaths in Duncan Family Reported in Paris
Burlington Iowa April 8 while funeral arrangements were under way for Mrs George A Duncan widow of Burlingtons former mayor a cablegram arrived announcing the death of Tessica Duncan Bowles wife of George Bowles theatrical producer in Paris Mrs Bowles formerly an actress and Mrs Frank J Tracy the sole survivor of the Duncan family Mrs Tracy has suffered multiple losses within 15 months losing her husband mother and two sisters with two deaths occurring nearly together.
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Teacher Exonerated of Sedition Charge in Des Moines
Miss Kate Kelly, supervisor of primary grades in the Des Moines public schools, was exonerated of all charges of anti Americanism by the board of education. The charges were filed by J B Reeve commander of the local post of the Sons of Veterans.
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Indictment of R R Men for Theft and Conspiracy
U S jury indicts two railroad men for theft from the Detroit and Toledo Shore Line, with alleged losses running into thousands of dollars. Both face charges of conspiracy to violate the Interstate Commerce Act. Also announced is an engagement betrothal: Muriel Welstead to Rev. Rawin Boardman of Philadelphia, formerly pastor in Hudson, later at Princeton Seminary.
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Waterloo Physician Among Eight Iowa Fellows in American College
Dr J W Rowntee of Waterloo joined seven other Iowa physicians as fellows of the American College of Physicians. The convocation concluded the joint conference of the American College of Physicians and the American Congress of Internal Medicine, held in Rochester April 20 and Minneapolis April 7 and 8. Fellowships recognize skill training and experience.
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Young firm to enter ice trade with 1000-ton house
The Young Coal company buys 45 acres from the J. B. Sedgwick estate between Westfield and Cedar river to build an ice storage plant and enter the ice business. The 1900s era firm aims to year round operations, cutting coal overhead. plant to be on Duryea Street with 1000-ton capacity, fronting the river, construction set for this summer and ice harvesting next winter. The firm traces its 49 year history to J B Young.
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Galli-Curci Jewels Recovered After Roadside Find
United Press reports soprano Galli-Curci’s jewels stolen Thursday near San Juan Capistrano were found by auto truck driver Warren Reynolds and his wife beside the road. The case had been pried open with several gems missing though most items, including royal gifts, remained intact. Reynolds returned the jewels to the singer as she prepared for a concert, with a promised reward likely.
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Wind cancels Army inquest flight over Beck case
Oklahoma City April 8 Unable to fly against a wind of almost cyclonic intensity the eight airplanes carrying the military court investigating Lieut Col Paul Ward Becks death were forced to return to their landing field. They were moved to motor cars in an effort to reach Oklahoma City by 2 oclock for the inquest.
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Vice President of Standard OFL Co Dies in Florida Hospital
Angusta Fla April 8 Mz Un KH Caray vice president of the Standard OFF company died in a hospital here early today. He had been in critical condition for more than a week and came to Florida for his health in December.
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Three Paths in Shipping Policy Face Harding Plan
A 1922 editorial argues America must choose among three courses to secure ocean power. Drift risks losing status. government operation underwrites a heavy subsidy. Harding proposes private ownership with government aid to preserve half of U S trade capacity and a 32 million dollar annual subsidy, tying maritime strength to national position and future trade resilience.
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Chicago Street Car Fare Set at 6 Cents After May 1
After a long battle before the Illinois Commerce Commission, Chicago’s 6 cent street car fare is fixed to take effect after May 1. Transfers will be free with no extra charge.
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Two Trans Atlantic Fliers Tell of Trip to South America
Captains Sacadura and his companion recount their flight from Europe toward South America, using sun and wind for bearings. They describe low altitude progress above clouds, spotting land near the Cape Verde Islands, and reaching St. Vincent and St. Nicolau before considering continuing to Brazil from Santiago.
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Annuity Law for Teachers Urged by New England Association
A New England association urges Congress to enact a fair teachers annuity law to retain capable teachers and attract young people. The resolution calls for two years training for elementary and four years for secondary grades, and pledges cooperation to establish state standards by legislation. Arthur Deambeitt and Flower F Vasey sign the resolutions.
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Rumor Stork Heads for Keaton Home in Hollywood
Rumor afloat in Ficker ville says Old Joe Stork will visit Buster Keaton at his Hollywood home. Reportedly Joe is to arrive late this month. Mrs Buster Keaton is named as Natalie Talmadse sister of Norm and Con.
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Costs per pupil in St Louis high and elementary schools
Figures from the Citizens' School Tax Committee show elementary pupils cost 69.44 per term of 41 weeks while high school pupils cost 153.44. Total public school enrollment reached 103,505 with 90,508 in grammar and 13,000 in high schools as facilities remain crowded. Plans call for four new schools soon and further growth later.
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