Tag: Q2 1921
War Reparations Scandal Rocks Nation
In a shocking turn of events, Italy’s Minister of Foreign Affairs made a bold statement to the British Foreign Minister last week. The minister declared that the United States had asked for little in war reparations and was therefore entitled to have its way. With tensions still running high after the Great War, this statement…
The Governor’s Mercy: A Study in Contrasts for Alabama’s Notorious Prisoners
In a report submitted to Governor Kilby on Wednesday, the Alabama State Pardon Board made some intriguing recommendations for executive clemency in nine cases, while denying relief in 51 others. The most striking case is that of Henry Blast, a convict with a reputation for being one of the most elusive prisoners in Alabama’s history.…
Queen Olga’s Emerald Embarrassment: Customs Catches King’s Mother in Jewels Smuggling Scheme
In a shocking turn of events, the customs officials in New York have seized a lavishly decorated emerald brooch valued at over $1,000 from an unsuspecting passenger on board the steamship King Alexander. The jewel, which was sent to the United States by Queen Olga, the mother of King Constantine of Greece, was meant to…
Dan River Mill Workers’ Rebellion Foiled by Corporate Tricks
In a shocking turn of events, the self-governing Dan River Mill, which employs over 6,000 workers, has seen its attempt to impose a 20% wage cut met with fierce resistance from its employees. The contentious issue had been on the table since April, with the Senate and House of Representatives having already voted in favor…
Reds in the Saddle: Obregon Orders Land Give-Back in Mexico
In a stunning move, Mexican President Alvaro Obregon has issued an ultimatum to governors in five states, ordering them to return lands valued at over 20 million pesos to their rightful owners. The properties, seized during Mexico’s tumultuous revolutionary periods, include those of many American expats who fled their estates in the face of turmoil.…
Villa’s Men Walk Free: Not Guilty Verdict in Columbus Raid Massacre
In a stunning turn of events, all sixteen Villistas were acquitted of murder charges in connection with the infamous raid on Columbus, New Mexico, on March 9, 1916. The verdict was delivered on the very first ballot, a mere 25 minutes after the jury retired to deliberate. District Attorney Forrest Fielder’s office had been relentless…
Chains Cowboy to Hitching Post in Bizarre Nashville Incident
In a shocking display of cowboy justice, Annie Lee Worley of Nashville, Tennessee, allegedly chained a local to a hitching post, leaving authorities stunned and scratching their heads. The incident, which took place in April 1921, has left the community reeling as details of the alleged crime continue to emerge. According to eyewitnesses, Worley, a…
Bootleggers’ Booze Binge: City Chemists Overwhelmed by Liquor Seizures
In the heart of Manhattan’s Worth Street, a dingy building on the fourth floor harbors a secret. Inside, the city’s central testing laboratory is bursting at the seams with a staggering collection of seized liquors. For a week now, a mountain of containers, each with a unique label and numbering system, has been accumulating at…
Harding’s League of Shame: A Betrayal of Trust
In the hallowed halls of Washington D.C., a brewing scandal is brewing. President Harding’s recent message to Congress has sent shockwaves through the nation’s capital, exposing a deep divide between the President’s words and actions. On April 13, 1921, Harding delivered a message to Congress that would change the course of history, sparking outrage and…
Highway to Deceit: $18,000,000 Bond Election Scandal Rocks Cody, Wyoming
In a shocking turn of events, the Good Roads Bond Election scheduled for May 10th, 1921, has raised eyebrows in Cody, Wyoming. The proposed $18,000,000 bond issue is touted as a way to improve the state’s infrastructure, but many are questioning the motives behind the initiative. Related Federal Cases Wyoming Correctional Death: NY AG OSI…
