Lodge Reservations Move Toward Senate Treaty Debates
The modified Lodge reservations, agreed by a bipartisan committee, likely will guide the Senate debate on the peace treaty next week. Republican leaders plan to attach these reservations when referred to the foreign relations committee, with Lodge presenting a modified draft as substitute after the committee reports. Democratic decision on accepting the changes is set for tomorrow’s conference, but a broad expectation favors reaching early agreement on most reservations except two tied to Article Ten and the Monroe Doctrine.
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Southern bankers urge limit on board power movement
Bankers from the southern region push an amendment to redefine reserve authority. They advocate restricting board discretion to approve major actions, seeking tighter controls and accountability within financial institutions.
Woman held in attic eight months over oil lands dispute
Mers Measie Maker, 17, says she was kept prisoner eight months in a Okla home attic by husband who sought control of her oil lands. She alleges conspiracy to gain access to her property, and says a baby died after he denied medical care. Husband charged with manslaughter through neglect.
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Steamer Princess Anne Runs Aground In Fierce Storm
The Dominion Line passenger steamer Princess Anne ran aground on a sand reef near Rockaway Point during a northeast gale. With 32 passengers and a crew of 24 aboard, the vessel lay leaking as wireless failed while rescue by six tugs and life savers pressed to reach them in worsening conditions.
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Bankers meet in New Orleans push for reserve remittance reform
In New Orleans bankers from eleven states gathered to urge passage of a federal reserve amendment. They seek to require banks in the sixth district to remit to the federal reserve at par, eliminating exchange collections. The plan sparked bitter debate at the board level and telegrams from unrepresented associations supported the proposal. Attendees included bankers from Texas Kansas Oklahoma and Arkansas.
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Senate Will Extend Naval Awards Probe
Senate investigators will extend the naval decorations probe allowing Rear Admiral Sims another appearance. Secretary Daniels may be invited to answer any new testimony. Chairman Hale said Sims is to appear likely next Tuesday to respond to Daniels charges. Democratic members want Daniels rebuttal if new testimony emerges.
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Inflelenza cases rise in Arkansas with closures in Littlerock
The state board of health reports a daily spike with 1700 cases statewide and 151 additions to Littlerock. Six deaths occur as quarantine rules shut schools churches and public gathering spots. New regulations also take effect on Pine Heights Ft. Booth and Pare Gould.
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Railway Wage Talks End Without Agreement
Representatives of railroad workers and railroad administration officials failed to reach a settlement on wage demands after a brief session. A renewed meeting was planned for tomorrow as Director General prepares a new proposition for the conference.
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Severe Storm Impacts Eastern Railways and Ports
Severe storms across the eastern half of the United States cripple rail operations with trains halted in many districts and coastwise shipping disrupted. The storm damaged employee morale and caused widespread delays as weather officials predicted easing conditions for the mid-Atlantic and New England regions by tomorrow.
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French Cabinet Wins Confidence Vote in Deputies
The chamber of deputies approved the cabinet by a sts to 68 vote amid an interpellation on foreign policy. Premier Millerand pledged vigorous pursuit of the peace treaty and noted France would exact what Germany owes while accusing Germany of failing to deliver coal and burning more coal than France to warn itself. He also said the United States has not yet ratified the treaty but the reparations commission is functioning and there is no worry over U S final decision.
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Education must accompany law against radicalism says NY attorney general
Washington reports Attorney General Charles D. Newton tells the House judiciary committee that stringent laws and enforcement alone will not curb radicalism. Francis Kane agrees education is needed as many radicals are ignorant of their organizations, with some admitting false premises when joining.
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Reduction In Federal Expenditures Urged By Wyoming Member
Representative Mondell of Wyoming urged sharp cuts in federal spending in the house. He warned Europe’s financial woes threaten the United States, noting America’s gold standard and the need to economize as European currencies weaken.
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Big Cuns for Senate and Cheap Thrills Mentioned
This excerpt laments the need for bold action in the Senate with a crude exchange about weapons and political boasts. It contrasts a man boasting about bargains with a wife bragging about a sting, reflecting rough speech and political cynicism.
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Labor plans nationwide campaign to elect friendly officials
A two day AFL committee in Washington announced definite plans for a first national labor backed campaign to control Congress and elect officials friendly to labor. The effort targets congressional seats, state offices, governors, judges and legislators, with a labor led effort across all crafts and primaries.
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Shopmen approve strike if wage demands refused
The maintenance of way and shop laborers union leaders in Detroit unanimously approve a nation wide strike if wage increases are blocked. They defer action seven days pending the Washington conference, citing little chance of agreement with the railroad administration. Brotherhood officials say they will act independently if needed, with possible broader layoffs if roadbeds are shut down.
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Attack on Weather Bureau Sparks House Debate
In Washington on February 6 Representative Mann leads Republican calls for accountability at the Weather Bureau amid forecast errors. Representative Bee cites storm fatalities linked to limited warnings. Virginia Senate motion rejects federal suffrage amendment in late February debate.
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Five year old George robbed bank after leaving federal bank
Chicago February 6. George a five year old bank sergeant for the savings bank took liberty bonds valued around 50 000 from a larger denomination after leaving the federal bank.
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Fate Ties Mothers Over Shared Babies Ends In Tragedy
In Atlanta on February 6 a dispute over two eight month old babies Mary Elizabeth and Louise Madeline escalates. One infant is fatally burned after falling into an open grate while both mothers claim custody following a court bid. Mrs Pittman contests the Grady Hospital birth records while Mrs Garner seeks habeas corpus as the case heads to court.
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