Grave Congress Sees Long Winter of Work Ahead
Washington notes in December 5 dispatch that Congress aims to push work to March 4 with fear of an extra session after inauguration. Speaker Clark backs suppressing the Congressional Record and limiting grandstanding while pressing reform proposals and a new vote system. The era's main battles center on labor disputes, railroad conflicts, immigration, and corrupt practices legislation.
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Senators sworn in as congress convenes for joint session
The day in Congress opened at noon with Senators elect Watson Indiana Fernald Maine and Kirby Arkansas sworn in after efforts to refer credentials to elections committee. A constitutional amendment proposal establishing an electoral college and limiting presidents to one six year term was introduced. A separate resolution for an embargo on foodstuffs was introduced in the House. The day included a joint session at 1 PM and adjournment until noon Wednesday. President Wilson delivered the annual address during the joint session.
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Weather Summary for Forest ER New Mexico
The forecast covers twenty four hours ending yesterday at 6 p.m. A high of 62 degrees and a low around 46 are reported with clear conditions and light wind.
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New Governor Installed in Chihuahua Amid Civil Strife
Arnulfo Holguin is installed as Municipal President as Chihuahua City endures searches for looted goods. Villa's bandits retreat north. reports say four days of fighting with General Trevino narrowly escaping death. Foreigners suffer property damage and executions occur during the unrest.
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Gonzales Expected to Report on Chihuahua City Conditions
Juarez Mexico December 5 General Francisco Gonzales train arrived in Chihuahua City last night and he was to file a complete report on conditions there to Carranza officials. Unofficial reports claim Villa captured cannons and weapons, though Carranza officials doubt the total.
Austro German Draw Near to Doom of Capital
Bucharest is almost surrounded as last rail line to defenders opens a route for escape. The campaign describes Austro German forces tightening control over the doomed Romanian capital, with the city menaced by advancing troops.
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Russian Offensive Proves Ineffective On Multiple Fronts
WWI dispatches describe a widening Austro-German push toward Bucharest with Romanian and Russian forces failing to halt the advance. Meanwhile Serbian positions gain ground against Bulgarians as French and Belgian fronts see ongoing artillery duels. An Italian steamer Palermo was torpedoed off Spain with American casualties. British rationing and coal shortages strain Great Britain as political upheaval follows Asquith’s fall. Bonar Law or Lloyd-George may lead.
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New Senators Seated Without Delay In Senate Vote
The Senate voted 44 to 32 to seat three new senators Kirby of Arkansas Watson of Indiana and Fernald of Maine without delay. Democratic leaders had urged delaying for credential review amid Indiana grand jury investigation but the motion failed. Reed led the opponents and the three took their seats.
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Christmas Bonus Granted by Western Union Telegraph
The Western Union Telegraph company directors at a special meeting voted bonuses for employees under certain salary levels. Those earning less than $2,000 get 7 percent, those under $1,200 get 7 percent, and those between $1,200 and $2,000 receive 6 percent. Messengers receive $25. W. H. Baker resigned as secretary. Andrew F. Burleigh was named his successor.
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State lands fund apportions per capita school census
The 201,101.20 from land sales and leases was apportioned by Supt. Alvan N. White. Each county receives 1.70 per capita for its new school census. Revenue from school lands enables nine month terms, new school houses, and gradual payment of most school expenses through careful land management.
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Suffrage Banner Coup at Wilson Address Stirs Capitol
A silk banner reading President Wilson what will you do for woman suffrage drifted into the House gallery as Wilson read his Porto Rico section. Miss Mabel Vernon signaled the display while ten suffragists, led by Abby Baker, faded into the hall as police watched. The group planned the coup to press for women's rights amid broader Puerto Rico questions.
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President Reading Address Sparks Suffrage Cheer in Congress
The joint session opened with a vibrant welcome to President Winsen as suffrage demonstrators drew praise and cheers. Democrats and Republicans joined in a lengthy ovation led by William Jennings Bryan and cabinet members. The president then began delivering his annual address amid applause and orderly demands for rail legislation and an educational national bill.
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Divorced Wife Held On Murder Charge
Carrie McLauren, divorced wife of Frank McLauren of Taylor, Texas, is jailed in Georgetown with her son Carroll 16 and nephew Harry Meltride 21 for role in the death of Frank McLauren found dead beneath his car. Jim Pollard named as charged in warrant with complicity. others charged with murder.
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Germany seeks U S information on Arabia sinking
A German note to the United States requests any evidence about the sinking of the British liner Arabia and the vessel’s character. Secretary Lansing says the reply adds nothing new. The case mirrors inquiries over the British ship Marina and the Mediterranean steamer Palermo.
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Asquith Resigns From British Cabinet Likely New Ministry
A premier under constant fire since 1914 turmoil is reported to resign from the cabinet. Bonar Law is expected to form a new ministry as Asquith quarrels with Lloyd George and the air board demand fuller powers amid the present crisis.
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British ruling harms American shipping and coal access
The British curtailment of coal and port privileges threatens American shipping, with officials attributing the move to wartime policy and reliance on international comity. Germany’s submarine campaign is seen as driving Britain to restrict nonaligned trade, impacting U S and allied interests.
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South Dakota Supreme Court Issues Tariff Restraint
The South Dakota Supreme Court issued a permanent injunction stopping press companies from raising intrastate rates to match interstate tariffs per ICC order. The ruling says such increases require state approval and violate state law, highlighting federal and state regulatory power conflict.
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Colonel Kuhn Named War College Director
Colonel Jose E Kuhn, recently relieved as military attaché at the American embassy in Berlin, was named director of the Army War College by Secretary Baker. The assignment takes effect December 10, succeeding Col George H Cameron whose detail ends next Sunday. Kuhn previously served in Europe as a military observer and earned valuable insights from the German field army before his embassy posting.
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Failure of Surprise Attack North of Santa Catarina
London reports the attempted surprise assault on Indian positions north of Santa Catarina east of Gorizia failed on the night of December 3. Otherwise the front saw only artillery and aerial patrol activity as Austro forces remained on alert near Rome.
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Premiership Solution Amid Turmoil in London Government
A government statement in London tonight revealed a solution to the premiership crisis. The action names Herbert H and Andrey as key figures, marking an unexpected turn after eight chaotic years marked by international strain.
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