Harding Gains Senate Clamp With Bonus Bill
President Harding's action on the bonus bill has boosted his authority over Republican senators and elevated his national prestige through a disarmament conference initiative. The episode positions him as an unassailable party leader, with senators who urged him to resist the bill now appearing hamstrung. The piece notes McCumber's push, mixed reactions among Republicans, and the president's calm, confident bearing as fortunes tilt in his favor.
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Mark Sullivan
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Harding
White House
McCumber
North Dakota
Senator McCumber
Senator Penrose
Senate
Underwood
Glass
Virginia
the Treasury
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Montana
Warren
Wyoming
New York Evening Post, Inc
Lone Wolf Bandit Hanged After Failed Rescue Attempt
Chicago July 15 Harry Ward known as the Lone Wolf bandit was hanged at 7 29 this morning for the killings of Thomas Graney and Rudolph Schwartz during a robbery last fall. Two others wounded. Ward showed no emotion. Des Moines reports he sang in a church choir here seven years ago and was linked to petty robberies.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Harry H. Ward
Lone Wolf
Thomas Graney
Rudolph Schwartz
Ward
Des Moines
Harry Ward
No Indictments in Illinois Graft Case Expected This Week
Springfield Illinois July 15 No indictments this week were expected from the grand jury investigating the state treasury as the inquiry resumed with Harry Luehrs assistant treasurer testifying. A recess was expected to be taken today until Monday though no definite decision on a recess was reached this morning.
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Associated Press
Springfield
State Treasury
Harry
Luebrs
Altho
Luehrs
Penitentiary Warden Sued Over Oak Lumber Contract
Suit for 21000 was filed in district court here against Thomas Hollowell warden of the Iowa penitentiary at Fort Madison by Henry Quell Malt Lumber Company. It alleges the penitentiary contracted for five loads of red oak for mending purposes and canceled the contract after the lumber was cut.
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United Frese
Keokuk, Ta
Thomas Hollowell
Iowa Penitentiary
Fort Madison
Henry Qnell
Bonus Discussion Expected by Vets at Rainbow Meet
Reporting from Cleveland Ohio the Associated Press notes a full day plan at the Rainbow Meet with a business session a parade and a monument unveiling for Rev. Father James M Hanley past battalion chaplain of the One Hundred Sixty-fifth New York Infantry The program also included discussion of veteran issues such as a cash bonus opposition and a focus on care for disabled soldiers The convention touched on armament limits and a national guard plan with no clear action expected.
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Associated Press
Cleveland
James M. Hanley
One Hundred Sixty-fifth
New York Infantry
S. Department_of Agriculture
Dasotindow Divisi Ig
Harles City
Clee Geant Rapign
Avenport
Maines
Dubuque
Faribault
Minn
Crosse
Wis
Mason City
Marshall
De Valera and Lloyd George Hold Talks in London
A second hour and a half meeting between De Valera and Lloyd George concluded with plans to resume discussions, with officials saying no public results were released and the communiqué would be issued later. Sir James Craig arrived from Belfast and hoped for progress, while crowds cheered as the leaders left Downing Street.
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Associated Press
London
Hamonn de Valera
Lloyd George
Hamar Greenwood
Tréland
Lord Curzon
Art O'Brien
Gaelic League
Robert C. Barton
Downing Street
de Valera
Craig
James Craig
Belfast
James
Whitehall
Jeader Wash
Siir James Craig
Aviators Map 4698 Mile Flight to Siberia Route
Venice California July 13 Mexico to Siberia is the route planned by Clarence O Prest Las Vegas and L Bach Santa Monica aviators. They expect to fly from Venice to Tijuana then to San Bernardino Las Vegas New Mexico and over Nevada Utah Idaho Montana Canada Alaska to Siberia crossing the Bering Strait with stops in every state traveled.
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Siberia
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Alpine accidents claim nine climbers in Berne region
Nine mountain climbers including an Austrian, Proz Schaeffl in, are reported dead in a string of alpine accidents near Berne Switzerland. The incidents occurred in July with officials noting multiple fatalities and ongoing investigations.
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Berne
Switzerland
Proz. Schaeffl¢in
AIDS
Stork Keeps Right on When Cop Stops Speeding Doctor
In Chicago on July 15 a police stop delayed a doctor en route to a hospital with Mrs. Sarah Cohen who gave birth to a baby girl in the car. Mother and child were later taken to a hospital. Mrs. Cohen is the mother of ten children.
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Stork
Associated Press
Chicago
Sarah Cohen
Mrs Eva Kaber Pleads While Court Reopens Murder Case
In Cleveland on July 15 Eva Catherine Kaber is carried into a courtroom for a murder retrial of her husband Daniel F. Kaber. She sobs to bailiffs and pleads to tell all as attorney William J. Corrigan restrains her. Coroner Dr. P A Jacobs testifies Kaber died from stab wounds the night of July 18 1920 and says Kaber appeared convinced during the inquest.
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Cleveland
Eva Catherine Kaber
Daniel F. Kaber
William J. Corrigan
White House Hit By Lightning Flood Drains Offices
A fierce thunderstorm struck Washington D C causing power outages across the city including the White House district. A bolt struck near the White House gate, stunning a guard but causing no serious injuries as basement offices flooded and lights failed in the executive area.
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United Frees
Washington, D. C
White House
Washington
Pennsylvania Avenue
Harding
Find Second Pouch of Mail Stolen at Hampton
Hampton officials announced the second stolen mail pouch from the south, taken May 28, was found in woods along Penny Creek. The bag’s contents were in good condition. W. G. Zhutassell discovered the sack late yesterday near the site of the first bag found June 11.
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Hampton
United Press
Penny Creek
Postoffice
W. G. Zhutassell
Penrose Holds Out Bill for Authority to Send Cash Abroad
United Press reports from Washington that Sen Penrose told the finance committee he possesses a bill granting authority for the executive departments to lend more money to foreign powers, though he did not introduce it. He said he did not intend to present the bill.
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Penrose
United Press
Washington, D. C
Executive Departments
Finance Committee
Mines Innings Fire Framed by Owners Testimony
R H Kirkpatrick former mine foreman for Burawell Coal and Coke Co testified to a senate committee investigating Mingo West Virginia conditions that owners staged false shooting episodes to justify martial law and break a strike. He described arranging hill gunfire around the mine entrance to impress workers and secure troops. He added his son was a United Mine Workers official and he felt betrayed by the company.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
R. H. Kirkpatrick
Burawell Coal & Coke Co
Mingo
West Virginia
Senate Committee
5. B. Avis
Kirkpatrick
United Mine Workers
Hoover Sets Three Aids to Housing and Economy
Secretary Hoover outlined President Harding’s program for revival of commerce and industry in an address to the National Association of Real Estate Boards in Chicago. He urged destroying monopolies, controlling credit flows, and sharing information to improve housing, reduce costs, and encourage production while warning against government overreach. The convention ends with officer elections and resolutions, including tax and city exemptions debates.
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Associated Prasa
Chicago
Harding
Hoover
National Association of Real Estate Boards
Mr. Hoover
Gadl
Filipinos Divided on Independence Amid Fragile Conditions
In private interviews, prominent Philippine business and political figures told the Wood-Forbes group they favor eventual independence but fear current financial instability makes immediate self rule risky. Public speakers, however, push for immediate independence with protection.
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Associated Press
Wood-Forbes
Miss
Philippine Islands
Philippines
General Andrew in serious condition at Walter Reed
Maj. Gen. C. M. Andrew, newly retired chief of staff to Gen. Pershing in France, is in a serious condition at Walter Reed Army Hospital. He entered nine months ago after suffering a general breakdown from mental and physical strains of wartime service. The report notes his long service and current health concerns.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
C. M. Andrew
General Stat coMete
Gen. Pershing
France
Walter Reed Army Hospital
Courier Delivery Notice With Late Paper Policy
The Courier should be delivered at your home before 5 20. If you fail to receive your paper by that time call S330. a copy will be sent. Calls must reach the office before 6 30 p m.
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Premier of Japan backs Harding invite for disarmament talks
Premier Hara of Japan says Tokyo welcomes President Harding’s proposed disarmament conference. He declares Japan will spare no effort to ensure the gathering succeeds and to vindicate Japan’s position before the world while fostering friendly ties with the United States.
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Japan
Harding
United Press
Ohio
United Press Today
Hara
Ben
Thoroly
America
Driver Killed Protecting Mail in Robbery Attempt
Walter L. Baldwin, 30, was shot through the head while defending a mail truck from three bandits on a rural road near the Union Pacific transfer depot in Council Bluffs Iowa. He fought with his pistol until help arrived, then died hours later. Officials say the heroism saved registered mail worth thousands of dollars. the robbers escaped.
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United Press Council
Burlington
Baldwin
War Finance Corp. to Help Cotton Growers
Washington July 15 Financing of 90000 bales of cotton in two southern districts is under consideration Eugene Meyer managing director of the war finance corporation announced today Proposal to finance 300000 bales in one district and 200000 in another followed extension of the loan of 5000000 on Mississippi delta cotton announced last week Meyer said A telegram from the Federal International Banking company of New Orleans received today gave Meyer assurances of cooperation in the war finance corporation's efforts to help the cotton growers.
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United Press
Washington, D. C
Eugene Meyer
War Finance Corporation
Mississippi Delta
Meyer
Federal International Banking Company of
New Orleans
Congresswoman Jols House with Tariff Arguments
Congresswoman Alice Robertson of Oklahoma drew attention in Washington on July 15 by declaring she would vote to keep hides on the free list of the tariff bill. She broke with Republicans who favored a 15 percent ad valorem duty on hides saying she favors farmers and their children over packers.
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Presa
Washington
Alice Robertson
Oklahoma
Bonus Bill Recommitted in Senate by 47 to 29 Vote
Washington July 13 The soldiers bonus bill was recommitted to the finance committee by the Senate after a 47 to 29 vote. Nine Republicans opposed recommittal and Sen Johnson of California joined paired votes against it. High Democrats supported recommittal, with several Democrats also paired in favor. The Kenyon amendment to return the bill to the Senate by early 1922 was defeated 69 to 7.
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Bursum
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Washington
Ladd
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McCumber
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Iowa
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Oklahoma
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Oregon
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Ohio
Hotelmen Predict Return to American Plan in Chicago
Hotel and restaurant exposition delegates at the annual convention predicted a return to the American plan. They cited known guest billing, balanced menus, easier management, and guests dining in and sleeping at the hotel.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Hotels of America
Postmaster Takes In Unaddressed Baby in Sidney
In Sidney Iowa on July 18 a curly headed newborn was found left on Postmaster G W Waterman's doorstep with no return address. Ma Waterman has adopted the infant, who was about 24 hours old.
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United Press
Sidney
G. W. Waterman
Ma’’ Waterman
June Hottest Month on Record in Des Moines Area
Des Moines reports show June average maximum 85.6 and early July 91.9, highest since 1911 except one year, with 1911 June at 89.1 and July at 88.9. Weather data lists June highs by year and July highs, based on the United Press dispatch. Mexico headlines note a revolution under Gen Daniel Martinez Herrera breaking out in the Huasteca district near Tampico.
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Associated Press
Des Moines
Dbnited Press
Mexico City
Daniel Martinez Herrera
Huasteca
Tampico
Destroyers Ready to Test Battle at Virginia Capes
Atlantic fleet destroyers prepare to duel former German destroyers U-132 and V-43 as targets off Old Point Comfort Virginia Capes. Sinking the two ships will conclude the trio of ex German destroyers used for naval experiments.
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Associated Press
Old Point Comfort
Virginia Capes
Navy
Earthquake Shakes Mendota Virginia Area
United Press reports severe earth disturbances at Mendota Virginia. Several acres surfaced in places while others subsided. Large breaks appeared in the river banks along the town, with details arriving from Bristol Tennessee on July 14.
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United Press
Bristol
Tenn
Mendota
O¢‘Gurred
Battery Duels Across Cities Spark Stiff Competition
In a string of local matchups, St Louis hosted New York with Bob Van Gilden, Detroit faced Philadelphia, and Chicago saw confrontations among Washington Chicago Batteries. Kerr appeared in Cleveland as Boston clashed with Cleveland Mails and Nw.
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Bob van Gilden
Detroit
Philadelphia
Detroit Batteries
Hal Pauls
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Chicago
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Rity
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Cleveland
Boston
Disarmament Talks Shadow Far East Policy
Washington informs Japan of disarmament conference scope while Tokyo seeks limits on far eastern questions before replying. Japan accepts a conference but resists unrestricted eastern discussions, and Tokyo warns of potential independent diplomacy if excluded. Tokyo business leaders see an international pact aiding peace. London and Paris discuss League of Nations responses to Harding plan.
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Japan
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Harding
Washington
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