Lasker Behind Hiram Johnson Campaign Power Shift
Albert Lasker of Chicago is identified as the principal motive power behind Hiram Johnson's candidacy. The piece traces Lasker's entry into politics during Johnson's 1920-26 efforts, likening his dynamic energy to that of a business mogul rejuvenating struggling ventures. It notes Lasker's leadership at Lord & Thomas and hints at various possible motives for his political push.
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Mark Sullivan
Washington, D. C
Hiram Johnson
Albert Lasker
Chicago
Lasker Johnson
Lasker
Johnson
White House
Harding
Colonel House
Mark Hanna
Franklin W. Stearns
McKinley
Wilson
Frank Stearns
Coolidge
Hanna
Dohusan
Lord & Thomas
Fisker
League of Nations
Fou
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Kansas Sending Big Snow for Christmas
A western Kansas to eastern movement of a heavy snowstorm is reported with forecasts of snow in the Rockies and northern regions. Christmas likely to be mild in many areas with above freezing temperatures and possible rain in western regions and the northern Pacific, while some northern areas may freeze.
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Kansas
Associated Press
Salina
Kan
Waasas
Washington, D. C
Deco
United States
Rockies
Pacific States
Hoekies
Lakes
Women Victims of Crash Will Recover
Des Moines reports hospital authorities said two women injured in a head on collision on White Pole road near here will recover. Mrs Cora Bennett of Van Buren Arkansas and Mrs Anna M Knotts of Des Moines along with Everett D Knotts son of Mrs Knotts were involved. initial fears of crushed chest were revised to a broken rib. The crash involved Knotts driving one car into Lane 1 driven by G Clark of Valley Junction.
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Des Moines
Cora Bennett
van Buren
Ark
Anna M. Knotts
Everett D. Knotts
Knotts
White Pole Road
Here
Hennett
G. Clark
Valley Juncion
Fox Jury Convicts Phil Fox of Murder in Atlanta Trial
United Press reports jurors found Ku Klux Klan publicity director Phil B. Fox guilty of murder in Atlanta. The panel recommended mercy, sentencing Fox to life imprisonment after nine hours of deliberation. Motion for a new trial planned. Mrs. Fox awaited at the jail, embracing her husband after the verdict.
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United Press
Atlanta
Voice of Hell
Phil BE. Fox
WW. S. Coburn
Klangsman
Ku Klux Klan
Fox
Voice of God
KI Coburn
Ford aide helped organize Ford for President boom
Detroit dispatch reports ex-secretary E G Leibold of Henry Ford worked with Ford for President supporters. Robert Pointer says Leibold urged postponing a Dec 12 Detroit nominating meeting and vetoed the Omaha plan. Pointer claims Leibold acted with authority and confirmed Ford’s non candidacy after a later statement. Also notes Katharine Ethier found after shoplifting arrest. she had lived in Los Angeles.
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International News Wire
Detroit
Mich
E. G. Leibold
Henry Ford
Robert R. Pointer
Ford
Seibold
Pointer
Leibold
Dearborn
Ford Boosters
West Wood Inn
Here
Fordfor
West
Economic Conference
Omaha
Leibeld
Tec
New York
Katherine Ethier
Los Angeles
Rebel Gains and Frontline Shifts in Mexican Revolt
Rebels claim control of Puebla for military reasons as General Cavazos advances toward Mexico City. Reports from Vera Cruz Juarez and Mexico City detail clashes, train attacks, and shifting front lines with federal forces under Obregon reportedly arming for a large campaign. Huerta denies peace overtures while civil unrest escalates across key cities and routes.
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Mexico City
Esperanza
Oriental
Puebla
Guadalajara
Estrada
Federal Army
Obregon
Huerta
St. Louis
Adolfo Ide la Huerta
Brand Asa
de la Huerta
Cruz
Sanchez
War Department
England Narrowed Time for Air Armament Conference
Washington December 22 reports that President Coolidge and Duke of Sutherland said a conference on limiting aircraft is not ripe. France’s unwillingness to reduce aviation and unsettled Europe complicate prospects. The Duke cited U.S. plans for air development, including an India dirigible link, and noted the Shenandoah airship’s promise.
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England
France
Washington, D
White House
Coolidge
Duke of Sutherland
Lngres
Europe
Duke of
Suth
Erland
Harding
Air Ministry
India
Jancs Shenandosh
Lakehurst Severay
United States
Chillon
Good Fellows Club and Christmas Cheer Drive Notes
The 1923 Good Fellows club drive near Carlton Bickelbers and local donors raised funds to bring Christmas packages to many homes. Despite lower totals than prior years, the effort provided gifts through church groups and other agencies, with emphasis on helping children and families during Christmas.
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Santa Chung
Oiny
Sears
Ole
Numily
De Valera’s Deputy Says Pope Wrong About Irish Peace
Dublin reports F J Rutledge, De Valera’s deputy, rebukes the Pope’s reference to Ireland in a recent allocution. Rutledge says the Holy Father appears misinformed about the progress toward a settlement in Ireland.
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de Valera
Pope
Dublin
F. J. Ruteledge
Muse
AEO
Pone
Pontil
Ireland
Rutledge
Christmas Rush to Home Town Begun
Chicago faces a holiday traffic surge as thousands head home for Christmas. Interchange at major stations soars, with about 140000 travelers daily and more than 16000 additional holiday travelers expected. Rail lines from the Northwest to the East add equipment to handle unprecedented volumes.
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Bompass
United Press
Burlington
Ilinois Central
Pennsylvania
New York Central
Erners
Two Near Death as Result of Crossing Smash
Fort Dodge Iowa December 22 Ky imain Williams and his wife Roc well City about 60 years of age were near death at Morey hospital from injuries when their car was struck by a Chicago Great Western train at a Fort Dodge crossing within city limits. The train was backing into the station when the accident occurred shortly after noon. A pig in the rear of the Williams automobile was unhurt.
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Fort Dodge
Kyimain Willams
Rocwell City
Moreyospital
Chicago Great Western
Williams
Railroad spring settlement releases prisoners in Arkansas
Little Rock, Arkansas on December 22 reports Gov McRae plans to release J D Wise and Vernor Orr from state prison for the burnings of a railroad bridge after a three year Missouri and North Arkansas cart road strike settlement. Indictments against 18 others will not be pressed under the settlement.
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Little Rock
Ark
Gov. McRae
J. D. Wise
Vernor Orr
Weather for the Week in Washington DC
Weather outlook for the week beginning Monday covers Upper Mississippi and lower Missouri valleys. Generally mild with temperatures above normal early, followed by rain or snow and cooler conditions later in the period.
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Washington, D. C
Missouri Valleys
Accidental gun discharge kills Ney Palnam in Celwein
In Celwein Louisiana 22 year old Ney Palnam died from an accidental discharge while handling a gun at the Irred Stowell residence. The weapon exploded wounding Palnam in the head and chest. An inquest was planned. the shooter was Folsom, son of Mr. and Mrs. J W Folsom, an employee at Miller and Thiele grocery.
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Celwein
Der
Nray Palnam
Nalther
Volsom
J. W. Folsom
Miller & Thiele Grocery
Speelnal
Husband in Coffin Prank Lands Man on Probation
Chicago judge rules Anne Martin’s complaint about her husband Frank Martin, who hid a coffin at the door as a prank, is valid. The “corpse” scare prompted Mrs. Martin to faint after the coffin toppled from the door step. Martin receives one year probation and must sign a pledge.
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Chicago
Frank Martin
Anne
Bailey of Britt to Be Buried Tomorrow
Funeral services for FE N Ballenown known as Bailey of Britt will be Sunday afternoon at 2 o clock at the home and at 2 36 at the Methodist church Rev Muhlemann Hagie Grove former pistol bearer will deliver the funeral oration Assist ed by local Pastor Rev J Hrake Walcott Varis Lodge No 431 AT A M will attend in a body
Chicago fund aims to bring GOP convention to city
A coordinated effort in Chicago and Washington seeks to lure the Democratic national convention to Chicago. Led by Mayer Dever and backed by Fred W. Upham, Republican funds are pledged to secure the Republican convention here. The drive has three tracks including building a sufficient fund, planning a large convention hall, and coordinating with leaders Edward N. Hurley and others.
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Chicago
Washington
Mayer Dever
National
Fred W. Uphan
Republican National Committee
George J. Brennan
Tiaois
Republlican
Edward N. Hurley
United States Shipping Board
Ulpham
Moore to Seek Brookhart's Senate Seat in 1920
Ernest Moore of Cedar Rapids, former lieutenant governor and banker, announces he may run for the Republican Senate nomination in 1920. His entry would bring to four the declared candidates, including Crockhart, Sweet, and Hague, with Moore signaling a cautious approach and criticizing calls for cheaper money and a broader push in politics.
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Associated Press
Des Moines
Dac
Ernest Rt. Moore
Gedar Rapformer
Kendil
Moore
Mourth
Smith AW. Crockhart
Burton E. Sweet
Waverly
Vernon K. Hague
Fairfield
Mie
Ore
Senate
Tinn County
Linn County
General Assembly
Kendall
H. M. Havner
Isoma
Brookhart
Iowa
Moora
John Hammill
Jon Anderson
House of Representatives
Brook Hart
Hammill
Assembly
Anderson
Secretary of State
A. J. Banks
Buser
Leon Ainsworth
Star Caiet Xr
J. Burbank
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