Strike settlement shown possible after Mine Workers' meeting
A United Mine Workers official in Indianapolis predicted a settlement of the coal miners strike tomorrow, saying the conservative element held the majority and that President Wilson backed termination of the controversy. Four radicals from Indiana Ohio Illinois and western Pennsylvania were present as talks continued with plans to reconvene at 9:30 AM.
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Miners’ Union Adjourns Without Agreement on Wilson Plan
The United Mine Workers general committee in Indianapolis adjourned at 6:30 p m without reaching a deal on President Wilson’s proposal to end the five week old coal strike. John S Lewis acting president said the matter remains under consideration and the panel will reconvene tomorrow at 9 30 a m. The plan calls for a 14 percent wage rise and a presidentially appointed wage commission to settle remaining disputes.
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Weather synopsis for four states shows warming trend
Denver and New Mexico expect fair to partly cloudy skies with rising temperatures. North and east portions should warm, while northwest areas may see snow. Arizona forecasts similar warmth with probable snow in northern sections.
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Local Weather Summary For 24 Hours Ended 6 PM
Weather report notes a high temperature near 148 in the region with records of lower readings. Moderate humidity and light precipitation observed with a maximum wind velocity around 8 miles per hour from the southwest. Cloudy conditions dominate the sky.
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Restraining Order Forces Hotel to Permit Liberal Meeting
A circuit court issued a temporary restraining order directing the Statler hotel to allow a conference meeting in its dining hall after a protest by the Kansas City branch of the American Legion. The management countermanded the order but delegates gathered and then moved to the larger room as the order was lifted. Allen McArdy of New York opened the convention stressing loyalty and urging action on shortages, warning of potential violence if issues remain unresolved.
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Committee of Forty-Eight
General Wood Urges Stronger US Civic Measures
Major General Wood told the Central Y M C A department that four steps are needed to better Americanize and secure the nation. He urged stricter laws against deportation of alien traitors, tougher red scare measures, tighter migration scrutiny, and universal military service. He warned Americans will not tolerate attacks on the nation.
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Party Believed Lost Triggers Cheyenne Search
A Cheyenne search party departs in deep snow to find City Clerk J. J. Showalter Mrs. Showalter and banker Ro Beatty who vanished after telephoning from Cheyenne to say they were stranded in winter conditions between Denver and Cheyenne.
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End of coal strike discussed by UMW leaders
Washington reports say United Mine Workers leaders in Indianapolis considered President Wilson's settlement proposal. A misread Palmer message sparked early word miners would acquiesce, but no decision followed. Operators weigh terms while wage and price effects draw debate.
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Complete Pardons for A. Ebell and A. Larrazolo Granted
Governor Larrazolo pardons A. Ebell of Mora County for rape, restoring citizenship after a five to six year sentence. Jay Bassett, jailed for seven to nine months for larceny of day hay, is pardoned after paying the owner in full.
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Tax Hint From Reform Bureau on War Time Prohibition
Washington report notes the International Reform Bureau executive committee will seek a 500000 dollar tax on a pint of whiskey if the supreme court rules wartime prohibition unconstitutional. The stance reflects push to restore revenue and limit alcohol availability pending court decision.
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Railroad Bill Faces Heated Senate Attacks
Senate critics led by La Follette and Dial renewed opposition to the Cummins railroad bill arguing provisions favor rail shippers while others hope for a conference before Christmas recess. Leaders foresee final action after January reconvening and Wilson awaiting enactment.
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Cost of living reaches record highs in December report
New York December 9. The cost of living based on ninety staple commodities rose 1.3 percent in the last month and stands 121 percent above pre war levels, the highest in history. Textiles provisions and groceries drive the increase with total wholesale prices at 20176.56 on December 1.
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Policy of hands off in Siberia adopted by U S
A Tokio cable reported that the United States has adopted a hands on policy in Siberia and will not aid Kolchak forces further The dispatch noted American railroad commission member John P Stevens is resigning from his post at Irkutsk and other posts are being vacated as part of the shift in policy
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Frenzied Cold Wave Sweeps Across Midwest and Plains
The western cold wave pushes east into the Mississippi Valley and south into the Gulf states as temperatures plummet. Chicago reports nine above zero and Nebraska records 40 below unofficially, with a forecast of further drops to five below by Wednesday morning across central regions.
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Yaqui Indian Unrest Shuts Mines in Sonora Region
Yaqui Indians disruption in Sonora and troop withdrawals end mining operations at Telamer 225 miles south of Agua Prieta near the Chihuahua border. Franklin W Harding mining engineer reports $18,000 in bullion stolen in May was recovered two to three weeks ago from an abandoned tunnel on the property and later repatriated to Mexico without incident.
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Franklin Wi. Harding
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Arizona County Attorneys Form State Association
Phoenix Arizona December reveal that county attorneys deputy county attorneys and state attorney general staff have formed the State Association of County Attorneys Wilbur F Timmons of Yuma named temporary chairman Kirke T Moore of Pima County temporary secretary The organization committee includes I W Smith Graham County Timmons and Moore Aims to improve coordination between county attorneys and the attorney general office.
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State Attorney General's Office
State Association of County Attorneys
Wilbur
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Yuma
Kirke T. Moore
Pima County
I. W. Smith
Graham County
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Moore
Navy board urges expansion to make U S second to none
Washington December 9 the navy general board releases a report urging rapid expansion to create a fleet second to none by 1925. it calls for two battleships a battle cruiser twelve scout cruisers five submarine flotilla leaders six submarines and aircraft development funded at 27 million dollars with 6 million for experiments.
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United States
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General Board
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Board
December record low hits 29 degrees in Sacramento
The Sacramento weather bureau reports a December low of 29 degrees, the coldest temperature ever recorded for the month in local history. The brief notes the date as today and confirms the historic minimum.
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Southwest in Grip of Coldest Weather of Winter
The Southwest endures extreme cold with zero wind chills and drifting snow. Western Kansas reports impassable roads and fuel shortages from tearing down fences for wood. Missouri Kansas Oklahoma and northern Texas face the coldest spell of the season with lows from 20 below to near zero and a further drop expected tonight.
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Texas Panhandle
Oil Men Charged With Unjust Profits in Fuel Sale
Foster J. Perriott president and Thomas F Cowle secretary of the Transcontinental Oil Co posted bail in federal court on charges of selling fuel oil at unjust prices under the 1917 food and fuel act. Prosecution alleges sales from 1.50 to 4.00 per barrel with buyers including an Akron ure company and another oil firm. Transcontinental formed November 28 by seven oil companies. its officers are prominent in the industry.
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Federal District Court
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Anarchists Seek Supreme Court Writ Over Deportation
Anarchists Alexander Berkman and Emma Goldman prepare a writ of error to appeal Judge Mayer's habeas corpus dismissal. Harry Weinberger, their counsel, said a petition will go to Brandeis in Washington, with bail sought pending argument. They are detained at Ellis Island as the government plans deportation within two weeks.
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Greeks Clash With Turks Near Agia Minor Front
Greek troops advancing to the line of detachment near Agia Minor clash with Turkish forces. An official army headquarters statement says Turkish resistance was broken with about 2000 Turks involved.
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Dee
Agia Minor
Robbery on Mexican Trail Near Colima and Manzanillo
James Cowan of Fort Worth Texas an American citizen was robbed of 1700 pesos on December 7 by bandits who held up a trek between Colima and Manzanillo Mexico. State Department was advised today and traffic on the road was suspended for several days.
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Fort Worth
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State Department
Chicago Favored For 1920 Republican Convention Date Likely June 8
Washington dispatch notes Chicago as the likely site for the 1920 Republican Convention with June 8 as the probable opening date. A committee vote will also decide the convention venue and set procedures. Prominent candidates and party leaders gather as Will Hays pushes for campaign contribution limits.
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Morning Journal
Washington
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Aoe
Leonard Wood
Frank ©. Lowden
Ilinois
James KB
Watson
Indiana
Warren G. Harding
Ohio
Will H. Hays
National Committee
Woman's div
Mexican Supreme Court takes case of Jenkins in diplomatic dispute
The Mexican Supreme Court assumed jurisdiction over American Consular Agent William O. Jenkins, transferring the Puebla case on Jenkins' counsel's motion. The U S government grounds its stance on federal prerogatives for foreign diplomats. Jenkins was released on bond and is in Mexico City for case review as Senate investigates Mexico policy.
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William.o. Jenkins
State Department
Mexico City
Puebla
Jenkins
Mexico
George Summerlin
Carranza
United States
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Federal Supreme Court
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Summerlin
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Japan
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Menton
Fores of Armas
Eee
Garrison Commander Escorts Courtesy Visit at Juarez Consulate
General Escobar, commander of the Juarez garrison in Chihuahua’s northwestern district, paid a courtesy call on U.S. Consul Edward A. Dow. He announced plans for frequent shifts in units stationed in the region.
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