Tag: May 1924
Maryland’s Dry Spell: Prohibition Laws Stalled in Annapolis
May 30, 1924, marked the end of another session of the Maryland legislature, leaving behind a trail of unfinished business – specifically, the implementation of the 18th Amendment. Despite numerous bills being introduced, the Senate killed all ‘wet’ bills, while the House shot down all ‘dry’ bills with the exception of two local measures aimed…
Coolidge’s Betrayal: President’s Signing of Japanese Exclusion Bill Sparks Outrage
In a shocking move, President Calvin Coolidge signed the Johnson selective immigration bill into law on May 26, 1924. The bill, which aims to curb the influx of Japanese immigrants, contains a provision that prohibits Japanese nationals from entering the United States after July 1 with the intention of settling here. This decision has left…
The Underdog’s Rise: How Newton Jenkins Defied Odds in Illinois Politics
Chicago, May 20, 1924 – In a shocking turn of events, a young lawyer from Chicago, Newton Jenkins, has left seasoned politicians reeling after securing an astonishing 125,000 votes in the Illinois Republican primary. Jenkins’ remarkable feat has raised eyebrows and sparked worries among old-line politicians, who are now wondering what this could mean for…
Nebraska’s Republican State Chairman Vouches for Senator Norris’ Loyalty
On May 14, 1924, the wheels of politics in Nebraska were set in motion as Harry E. Sackett, the newly appointed chairman of the Republican state central committee, made a bold declaration in an interview that would shake the foundations of the party’s unity. Speaking in Beatrice, Nebraska, Sackett asserted that Senator Norris would have…
Boardroom Betrayal: Shipping Board Accused of Illicit Sales Tactic
On May 12, 1924, a damning indictment of the Shipping Board’s sales practices shook Washington, D.C. Representative Davis, a Democrat from Tennessee, unleashed a scathing attack on the Board’s tactics, citing a glaring example of alleged malfeasance. The Board’s manager, J. Harry Hitblin, was grilled by Representative Davis during an examination of the Board’s shipping…
Aviator Tragedy: Search for Major Martin Continues in Alaskan Wilderness
On May 2, 1924, the Imperial Valley Press reported a chilling turn of events in the Alaskan wilderness. Major Frederick Martin, commander of the American round-the-world flight, was still missing after 41 hours. The three army aviators, who were part of the expedition, were directed by the War Department to resume their flight without their…
