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Newspaper
Winslow Daily Mail
Location
Winslow, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1928
Page
4
A fragmented 1890s style reflection asks if Kipling’s prophecy of the Man of the Future holds today. It ponders a modern trans American Kipling tour to provoke self and world, suggesting public appeal in revisiting his warnings and counsel.
In session Congress seeks two steps toward world peace by approving a bilateral anti war pact and resolving World Court reservations. Senate action is urged to avoid appearing opposed to peace while stressing need for clear veto limits and honest cooperation with the world peace movement.
The piece reports on Senator Hiram Johnson and supporters in the Senate debating the Swing-Johnson water bill. It notes Ashurst and Hayden staking positions, Arizona’s two senators defending the state’s interests, and opposition from Johnson. It mentions Hayden’s water division offer to California and the need for a united front to pressure for Arizona’s development.
Federal and county authorities hunt a murderer after the body of a man about 40 was found near a roadside. Five bullet wounds indicate a fatal ambush during a ride, tying the case to the death of Chicago Heights police chief Leroy Gilbert.
The Arkansas Democratic party considers nominating a widow for the late congressman's seat as the special election approaches. The move follows debate over whether widows should be appointed and whether such choices reflect competency or personal loyalty.
Passengers aboard the Celtic, a White Star liner from Dublin, were awakened by a grinding sound as the ship grounded near Queenstown. Captain Berry and surgeon Atkins were praised for saving lives as passengers boarded lifeboats and were disembarked by tenders and trains toward Liverpool.
A fragmented London Journal item questions defense needs and invasion fears while noting diverse lines from society including a Chicago divorce, a Mexican courtroom broadcast, and a United States Senate reference. The piece hints at media influence on public personality and civic duties as marines return home.
Wall Street posted its first real rally in over a week with prices rising across most sectors. The upturn followed a drop in money rates and easing liquidity concerns, while grains and cotton hovered near steady levels and the market eyed the upcoming reserve report.
Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce official Guy E Marion predicts the city will reach 1,400,000 residents by end of 1928, a gain of about 43 percent since 1920. He cites rising stock values and commerce figures as supporting indicators across 1920 to 1928, noting planned civic projects and new buildings in Tucson and Yuma.
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