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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1921
Page
1
Paris editorial comment centers on the new president's unclear policy. Harding's address emphasizes noninvolvement, anti war profiteering, and care for wounded soldiers. London and Mexico City papers weigh implications for Franco-American relations and U.S. autonomy.
The article notes disagreement over whether Warren G. Harding is the twenty eighth twenty ninth or thirty ninth U S president. It explains Cleveland's two terms create counting complexities for presidential numbering. It cites Who's Who In America and other authorities on whether Harding is considered the twenty ninth or thirty ninth president.
The piece quotes W F Parrott and A T Hukill on Harding’s nomination prospects and the expected impact on political stability and economic confidence. They praise Harding’s character, foresee a cabinet of strong men, and anticipate gradual return to normal times as markets recover and an orderly Congress begins work.
Col Harvey earns high literary regard as editor of the North American Review and is linked with figures like Walter Page and John Hay. His leadership at Harper & Brothers and long London ties shape his influence on future League of Nations policy, with Senator Root's universalist views likely guiding his foreign affairs stance.
General Enoch Crowder urged Cubans to ensure a fair ballot and count in the March 10 partial elections. He stressed U S concern is for honesty, but that the United States does not seek a voice in Cuba's presidential or public official selections.
In Cleveland at St. John's cathedral worshipers offered prayers for President Warren G. Harding's successful administration and the nation's peace and prosperity. Bishop Charles Carroll read a centuries old prayer during the final service of the Knights of Columbus retreat and a rosary was planned for the new chief executive tonight.
An issue of 125080 dollars Black Hawk county 5 percent bonds was sold today at public auction in the courthouse jury room at par with accrued interest and 180 dollars premium. Schanke & Co. Mason City won the bid, Ed ward Madigan county treasurer acted as auctioneer. Six sealed bids were rejected before an open competitive sale with seven bidders. Bechtei & Co Davenport opened at par, EL. W. Miller of the Commercial National Bank raised by 25 dollars, then Bechenke & Co entered, lifting the price to 180 dollars.
President Wilson, staying in his capitol room, said he could not attend the inauguration due to the steps into the chamber. Harding, meeting him with courtesy, expressed appreciation for Wilson's past support as Mrs. Wilson and aides accompanied him to the exit.
The Waterloo bricklayers union deferred any decision on the new wage scale, leaving future action to a committee formed at Bricklayers hall. The panel includes William McGlade, George Tolmie, and Roger Seaver, with Tolmie saying no action is determined yet. The master builders also met. secretary Louis J. Lauritzen stated there is nothing to announce.
Insurance agent W B McMurray announced that a $509 burglary policy will cover the Plaza Theatre loss. A draft for the amount will be issued to manager Alexander Frank, after insurer Des Moines adjuster F G Clark completed a Tuesday investigation. Theatre owners reported cash loss of $335 and property loss near $200, totaling a net loss over $500 after policy payment.
John Ramser of Mason City was killed when his team pulled him under the wagon wheels while hauling ice for Ade Randall & Sons Ice Co. He was dragged about 200 yards and died instantly. He leaves a wife and family in Mason City.
E. Green, found deathly ill in front of the Western Union office, was rushed home by ambulance. He reported possible poisoning and believed he had ingested poison. A physician diagnosed intoxication and suspected wood alcohol involvement.
Members of the Waterloo Bank Men's association will begin a banking study under the Plan of the American Institute of Banking within ten days. About 40 members attended last night's dinner at the Greater Waterloo clubrooms. R. S. Walker spoke on Chinese Loan and Fred Kaltenbach discussed Amateur Forecasting and the future of finance.
Memorial hall in Water loo first to fly the flag for Harding as Byron Leighton, post commander of the G A R, announces the Courier editorial offices would raise the flag at 11 am. Later, flags appeared on many buildings to honor inaugural day.
Boston announces the transfer of captain and outfielder Harry Hooper to Chicago for two White Sox players John Colling and Harry F Liebold. The move is confirmed by Boston manager Hugh Duffy with details of the exchange.
Detroit March 4 Nearly 18 000 more men were employed in factories in the Detroit area March 1 than at the beginning of February according to a survey by the Employers association. The 79 member corporations employed 62 878 men, a gain of 17 705 during February and a gain of 900 in the past week, leaving about 146 000 idle.
New Bedford Mass March 4 After moving the stranded U S submarine 0 8 200 feet along the rocks at the east end of Penikese Island in Buzzards Bay the coast guard cutter Acushnet temporarily abandoned the task early today An other attempt will be made to release the undersea boat at high tide this afternoon The 0 8 struck during a fog late yesterday Navy authorities said there was no danger unless a heavy northwest wind set in
Text of Vice President Marshall's retirement address declares a republic grounded in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. He warns against betraying national ideals to appease groups, calls for universal justice, and urges faithful civic duty under one creed of justice.
In Ulster's largest reprisal to date Sinn Fein forces destroyed 31 houses in Rosslea County Fermanagh after an attack on republican soldiers by Ulster volunteers. The action follows the assault and signifies escalating sectarian retaliation amid ongoing unrest.
Washington dispatch reports the Sixty sixth Congress, after two busy years, near completion without overriding President Wilson on the Ford-Fahey tariff veto. Only the naval bill failed. It notes the near-sweep of appropriation bills and lists abandoned measures such as the soldier bonus and federal budget, plus the signing of engrossed copies after hours.
Washington vetoes the general tariff bill as farmers claim it would hurt them. The House failed to secure a two thirds majority to override Fordney’s veto. In Washington two hundred patrons aided a bake shop in a price protest. Norman H. See’s nomination for under secretary of state was confirmed by the Senate. Boston and Tennessee tabulated wage cuts for unskilled workers on New England railways, with a conference expected to discuss reductions affecting 7,000 men.
President Harding altered the traditional inaugural Bible gesture in Washington on March 4 by kissing the eighth verse of Micah from George Washingtons Bible. The verse emphasizes doing justly loving mercy and walking humbly with God, reflecting a departure from the random open Bible customary practice.
The vice president’s inaugural address lauds the Senate as a citadel of liberty and a deliberative body. It notes the Senate’s powers to review legislation, ratify treaties, and appoint officials, stressing duty to preserve liberty while recognizing its immense power and responsibility.
Real estate professionals recognize the greater value of productive land per acre, with soil type playing a major role in assessing worth. The statement highlights that soil quality significantly affects land valuation and productivity expectations.
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