30 Jan 1919
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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1919
Page
1
Pro Amendment 5 proclaimed ratified and set to become effective January 16 1920. Polk declares the measure official.
An executive committee of the Distillers Association of America says the ratification of the prohibition amendment is not binding. They contend several states have referendum provisions allowing voters to approve or reject legislative action within 90 days, potentially delaying enforcement and preserving state rights.
The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals in Austin reversed and remanded the Russell case from El Paso County. Russell had been sentenced to ten years in the penitentiary for the killing of Charles Qualey on New Year’s Day. The court affirmed Felix K. R. Jones from El Paso County, who was convicted of killing Tom Lyons, a Silver City stockman, last May and sentenced to 25 years.
New York state senators vote 27 to 24 to ratify the federal prohibition amendment becoming the 44th state. The Democratic delegation of 12 opposed, aided by two Republicans Henry MM Sage of Albany and Chas. O. Lockward of Kings, amid eight hours of debate over parliamentary technicalities.
Louis F. Swift testifies to the senate agriculture committee on alleged price control by the five large packers. Edward A. Cudahy and T. E. Wilson tell the house interstate commerce committee that pending regulation is unconstitutional and FTC findings biased. They urge impartial inquiry and better publicity of facts over new laws.
Reports from Coblenz based on American Third Army intelligence show 200,000 to 500,000 organized German troops in depots with morale low and likely to be discharged. An additional 100,000 to 200,000 volunteers remain untested, as 40,000 are in Frankfort on the Oder region. The organized force includes pre war classes and deserters are few, with officers intent on long service.
Winston Churchill announces that 800000 men will form the new army during the transition. The first units form February 1 from recruits since January 1 1916 and under seven years old. Sixty nine battalions now on home service are to be sent to Rhine borders. Bonuses range from ten shillings sixpence to forty two shillings weekly plus ordinary pay and generous leave.
An early morning blaze at the federal Disciplinary Barracks in Leavenworth Kansas caused about 150000 dollars in damage to the structure and uniforms. Guards and prisoners helped fight the flames as investigators at the scene pursued leads toward an incendiary origin. There were 9570 prisoners in the facility at the time, all military offenders.
Senate discussion delays final vote on a bill to validate informal contracts worth 2.7659 billion dollars tied to wartime production. Senator Hitchcock and supporters press for a commission to adjust claims while opponents warn of improper action by the War Department and potential impeachment.
Washington date notes rapid rise in labor surplus in industrial centers over ten days. War plants shifting back to peace work threaten capital and solvency. Labor department cites need for immediate action to adjust manufacturers investments in war machinery and materials. Expansion plans include using real estate mortgages by building and loan associations.
An official wireless dispatch from Russia reports the Ukrainian Soviet forces defeating General Petliura’s peasant army and occupying Yekaterinoslav in south Russia. It says the enemy fled toward the Dneiper after a desperate battle and that guns and machine guns were captured.
London reports say the British imperial war cabinet accepts President Wilsons theory of internationalization for the captured German colonies. Dominion representatives protest citing fears for autonomy in South Africa and Australia while Washington pushes mandates via the league of nations.
Lieutenant George Phelps Leggett the Fairfield Iowa native and young pursuit pilot was killed near San Diego when his scout plane fell 500 feet after colliding with a second plane flown by Lieut J R Doolittle during combat flying practice at Reamfield Army aviation field.
Assistant Attorney J. E. Nelson announced a moral crusade to clean up Phoenix by filing the first case under the newly enacted red light abatement act. The move signals a broader crackdown on scenes around the city and seeks to curb illicit activity tied to such establishments.
The United States recognizes the provisional government of Poland. Secretary Lansing telegrammed Ignace Paderewski congratulating him as Polish premier and expressing readiness to establish official relations and offer aid at the earliest opportunity. The message emphasizes friendship and support for Poland’snew independent life.
Chinese and German observers dispute Japan’s rights in Shantung province tied to a May agreement cited by Ambassador Makino. They say the pact was coerced by threat of force and would grant Japan de facto control, while Germany and Japan deny actual possession.
Fragmentary text mentions Thursday, West Texas, and temperature changes. Readers should expect a brief weather note with uncertain details and sporadic references to dates and locations.
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