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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1920

Page

8

Women Leaders Propel Iowa Suffrage Campaign for Cummins

Des Moines dispatch notes Iowa Republican women organized across 2400 precincts before suffrage, mirroring the men’s structure. They back Senator Cummins’s reelection for Americanism and rail policy, while opposing Wilson’s League of Nations and Porter. Steel dividends announced at New York meeting.

Ya Suat Des Moines Iowa Beter Federation Gan Central Committee League of Bejons Wilson Goemonthie Willson Republians Cummins Albert B.cummins U. S. Senate Governor's Mansion United States Esch-Cummins Claude R. Porter Washington Wilson League of Nations Tocrl Coolidge Cummns New York United Sates Steel Corporation

Reds Cede Polish Territory to Secure Aid From Enemies

London dispatch reports Bolshevik Russia ratified a preliminary Poland pact, with Tehicherin saying Poland refused aid to Wrangel and would not aid anti Bolshevik forces, tradeoffs cited as territorial concessions. Italian troops occupy Trieste per Courrier d Italia telegraph. Wrangel raids claim 15,000 Reds captured along with cannons and war material in Sebastopol region.

Associated Press London Poland Russia Moscow George Tehitcherin Baron Wrangel Antibolshevik Trieste Rome Courier d'Italia Nazional Gabriele Can Nunzio Sebastopol Beron Wrangel

Canadian Provinces Approve 60 Day Liquor Allowance

The Associated Press reports that Alberta Manitoba Nova Scotia and Saskatchewan voted dry in a plebiscite but will permit liquor imports for 60 days. Manitoba’s dry majority may reach 15000 in Winnipeg. Saskatchewan and Alberta show dry leads above 10000 and 15000 respectively. Nova Scotia around 3000.

Ottawa Winnipeg Saskatchewan Alberta la Scotia

Principal Alice Hogge Referees Pupils’ School Fight

In Chicago at Webster School with 22 nationalities, Principal Miss Alice Hogge did not intervene with fiat but allowed students to settle grievances by fistfights. She served as referee and second in a basement bout between two Italian boys aged 12 to 15, who fought to a finish. Students praise their principal for this hands on approach.

Chicago Webster School Alice M- Hogge Tyro

Formal Negotiations With Miners Reopened

London Oct 26 formal negotiations between the government and the Miners federation executives began this morning to settle the coal strike. Informal talks since Sunday had shown some progress and miners officials, after reviewing the government's new proposals, decided to start formal negotiations.

Associated Press London Miners’ Federation

American Girl Engaged to English Peer in London

Announcement from London dated Oct 26 reports the engagement of the widow of Captain Alfred Thomas Shaughnessy to Walter Legh, son of Baron Newton and Grenadier Guard captain. The bride elect is the Nashville judge Bradford’s daughter. her first husband was killed in action in 1916 serving with the Canadian Expeditionary Force.

iBy Associated Press London Alfred Thomas Shaughnessy Walter Legh Baron Newton Grenadier Guard Judge Bradford Nashville Fennand Canadian Expeditionary Forces

Whisky Heist Near Police Station Nets 109000 Value

Thieves in motor trucks raided a Chicago wholesale house near the central police station early today. They bound the watchman and removed 30 barrels and 300 cases of whiskey valued at 109000 dollars, making three trips and spending about 15 minutes each time.

Associated Press Chicago Siquor Loop Central

Delivery notice for timely Courier at home before 5 30

The Courier should be delivered at your home before 5 30 o clock. If due to carrier error or other cause you do not receive a copy by that time, please call 2330 and a replacement will be sent. Calls must reach the office before 6 30 p.m.

Political drift in Maryland against the GOP

An analysis from Baltimore notes a measurable shift away from Republicans ahead of the election. It cites increased registration by black women boosting Democratic strength, a modest Baltimore margin, and a net vote estimate around 20 000. It also discusses Maryland and nearby border states West Virginia and Kentucky showing Democratic gains or mixed results.

MSRK Allstan New York Evening Post Waterloo Evening Courier Baltimore League of Nations Repucans Baltio More Maryland John B. Waite Smith O. L. Eller France John B. Walter Smith Smith West Virginia Virginia Kentucky Marrland Richard Ernst Harding Beckham

Paris Press Praises MacSwiney Courage

Paris newspapers praise Terence MacSwiney after his death as Cork lord mayor, with Journal hailing his courage and Echo de Paris calling sacrifices by MacSwiney a worldwide heartrending appeal from a suffering nation.

Associ Paris France England Terence MacSwiney Cork Echo de Paris MacSwiney

Greek throne offered to Prince Paul after King Alexander

Greece faces a succession crisis after King Alexander dies from illness and wounds. Prince Paul is favored for the throne, conditional on Constantine abdication and Georgi renouncing rights, with Premier Venizelos likely to press the terms while considering a foreign candidate and naming Admiral Coundouriotis regent until a new assembly is chosen.

Frinte Paul Greece Alexander Athens Prince Paul Paul Constantine Georgi Venizelos Charles Albert Belgium P. Coundouriotis Marine Reggent Entente Rational Thevj

Wedding Brings Tragedy As Groom Commits Suicide

In Negaunee Michigan on October 26 Dr. B J Miller a 40 year old prominent dentist called to come downstairs for his wedding and then shot himself in the head with a shotgun. His fiancee Miss Viola Connors daughter of the postmaster and other wedding party members waited for him with no known reason for the act.

Associated Press Negaunee. Mich B. J. Miller Viola Connors Negaunee Miller

Rolandi Ricci Named Italian Ambassador Candidate

Rome reports Senator Rolandi Ricci is slated to be ambassador to Washington per Popolo Romano while Washington sources say no official word has arrived. The conflicting notices surface as both Rome and U S authorities pause on appointment news.

Rolandi Ricci Associated Press Rome Rolandi Ricco Popolo Romano Washington Washingt Washington, D. C State Department Roland Rices United States

Coal Operators Bid for Reasonable Prices and Profit

At a large Columbus meeting, about 2000 bituminous coal operators pledged full cooperation with Attorney General Palmer to push for low and fair prices. They predicted support for a resolution seeking tall prices with reasonable profit. Col. Wentz reported ongoing soft coal shortages are easing as rail shipments accelerate.

Asociated Press Cleveland, D National Coal Association Palmer Col. Wentz

Wheat Prices Jump On Farm Strike Amid Decline in Offerings

Chicago October 24 Wheat prices surged with December delivery at 2.10 1/4 up from 1.99 1/2 to 1.99 0/4 as traders cited a drop in southwest offerings due to a farmers strike. Authorities say the United States Wheat Growers Association urged selling stoppage to lift returns above production costs. Yesterday set strike start, but impact appeared today.

Associated Press Chicago Southwest United States Wheat Growers' Association

Hard Coal Miners Seek Wage Changes

Representatives of the anthracite mine workers urged changes to the recent presidential wage commission award during a conference with the coal operators committee in Philadelphia. A statement outlining the requests was prepared by the scale committee of the three anthracite districts at a Hazleton meeting.

Associated Press Philadelphia Coal Hazleton

Boucher and Kenyon to Speak on Voting Rights at Grace Church

Republican leaders promote voter education with addresses by Senator William Kenyon of Fort Dodge and Mrs. C A Boucher of Indianapolis at Grace M E church. They urge attendance and discuss Esch-Cummins and nations league issues, plus registration and sample ballots instruction.

Grace M. E. Church William $. Kenyon Fort Dodge C. A. Boucher Indianapolis Ind Republican Central Committees Boucher League of Nations Kenyon Cummins Cedar Falls Women's Harding Club State Teachers College Forum Woman's Club Parent-Teacher Association Linden J. R. Howard Fred St. Pettit Cast High

Harding Promises Tariff Return to Aid Industry and Farmers

Sen. Harding in a telegram urged a swift return to protection for American industry after March 4, warning that Democratic tariff policy harmed zinc and other sectors and caused farm price slumps. He linked prosperity to permanent employment and prices and urged unity on a tariff system.

Associated Press Marion Harding Paul Awert Joplin Republican Party M. Leon Bourgeois League of Nations Coinec United States M. Bourgeois Associated Brussels T ‘Il

Harding declines vacation offers before election

Marion Ohio October 26 as election day nears volunteer vacation offers for Senator Harding increase from friends and admirers. Resorts and private homes were kept open but no destination will be announced until after the election. Harding continues campaign work with few visitors as he prepares to begin a trip through Ohio for the rest of the week.

Associa Marion Harding Ohio

Final Arguments in Wanderer Case Progress in Chicago

Prosecutor James O'Brien continued closing arguments in the Wanderer murder trial in Chicago. The defense was due to start its statement today, with completion expected by tomorrow night.

Associated Press Chicago James “Ropes” .O'Brien Carl Wanders

Socialists Appeal for Vote as Old Parties Crumble

Chicago October 26 The Socialist national executive committee issues a final appeal urging support for Eugene V Debs and Seymour Stedman for president and vice president The note warns that the drift from capitalist parties signals a looming Socialist vote and a collapse of two party power amid imperialism and domestic upheaval.

Associated Press Chicago National Executive Committee The Socialist Party Eugene V. Debs Seymour Stedman Socialist Parity Eugene v. Dews al Ipower Hima

Police Kill Unidentified Bandit Slaying Sergeant

In Chicago on October 26 patrolmen killed an unidentified bandit who had slain Sergeant Edward Marpool after a four battle standoff. Police surrounded the district and after pitched fights the bandit died in a vacant lot with his gun nearby.

Chicago Edward Marpool Marpool Tabi

Man Declared Dead Returns After Eight Years

Associated Press report from Fon Du Lac Wisconsin dated Oct 26 states John Guell, once declared dead and whose mind had been blank for eight years, reappeared with friends. He recalls nothing for three weeks prior to waking in Detroit and attributes his amnesia to a head injury twenty years ago that fractured his skull.

Associated Press Fon du Lac Wis John Guell Guell Detroit

Pope Informed of MacSwiney Death at Vatican

Vatican receives news of Terence MacSwiney’s death from The Associated Press. Monsignor Cerrett, papal under secretary of state, expressed deep impression and Pope Benedict showed regret and knelt in prayer. Philadelphia birth rate rises in eight months of 1920.

Associated Press Rome Terence MacSwiney Vatican Monsignor Cerrett Benedict Imayor

Weather and road conditions across Iowa and nearby states

The report covers towns including Albert Lea Algona Charles City Cedar Rapids Davenport Des Moines Dubuque La Crosse Mason City Marshalltown New Hampton Postville Waterloo and Waverly. Roads are generally good with local muddy spots in Mississippi River counties and misty damp conditions noted.

OG. S. Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau Charles City Albert Lea Minn Algona Charles Wty Cedar Rapids Davenport Deslaines Dubuque Faribault la Crosse Wis Mason City Marshalltown New Hampton Postville Water-loo Waverly Devrerport

Packers Plan for Yards Ownership Through Stock Sales

District of Columbia court hears new plan by Swift Co and Armour Co to dispose of stockyard interests via United Stock Yards Inc. FS Prince & Co. to organize syndicate with $1,000,000 paid-in capital. Morris Co. and Cudahy Co. may join by Nov. 16. Wilson Co. appears willing.

Associated Preagy Washington, D. C Swift & Co Armour & Co Columbia Supreme Court Marcel Wilson & Co Morris & Co Pudany Company Justice Stafford Department of the Lice Lofe Issidor Kresgel Effec The Cudahy. Company Prince. & Co Boston United Stock Yards, Inc Maine Vof Jusce United Stockyards, Inc FYH- Prince,&. Co United. Stockyards, Inc Altho Chicago ‘Stockyards Company F.H. Prince &Co

Chamber of Deputies Target for Soldiers

Two Tabasco deputies were killed as federal soldiers attempting to arrest one deputy opened fire in the chamber during a session. The chamber president a spectator and two workers at the building were wounded, according to war department reports.

Associated Presa Mexico City Chamber of Deputies Tabasco Chamber War Department

Prohibition Party Reports Campaign Spending Totals

Reports filed with the House clerk show the national Prohibition Party receiving 18,244.49 dollars for its presidential campaign and spending 13,017.82 dollars up to October. The figures reflect the party’s national fundraising and expenditures as recorded in Washington, D. C.

Washington, D. C National Prohibition Party House of Representatives

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