Permanent KRM Question 10 Set to be Settled Soon
A recent order by Baker will force action on the Permanent KRM Question 10 during the present legislative session.
06 Jul 1919
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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1919
Page
1
A recent order by Baker will force action on the Permanent KRM Question 10 during the present legislative session.
Washington July 5 The question of a permanent military policy will be pressed in Congress by Secretary Baker order to cut the army to 223 600 by September 24 and push rapid passage of army reorganization. The general staff works on a skeleton force expandable for war with garrisons planned for the Philippines Hawaii Panama Canal borders Rhine Siberia and home defense.
Paris dispatch from July 45 reports the executive of the Federation of Labor has ordered all French unions to launch a four hour general strike on July 21. The move is framed as an International demonstration arranged with the Italian labor organization.
Geneva dispatch reports the Romanian government rejected a Bolshevik delegation led by Nikolai Lenine, who urged Romania to stop aiding Ukrainians and Admiral Kolchak forces. The Bolsheviks proposed peace and guaranteed Romanian control of Bessarabia, a request Romania did not grant.
New York July 5. Receiving sudden orders to return on the Leviathan 3348 casual officers were surprised to learn they would be assigned to troops quarters rather than first class. The voyage carried 7729 troops with 45 first class passengers moved to lower berths to relieve congestion. Colonel Robert S. Knox displayed a Brest embarkation order stating the War Department would use the Leviathan to transport first class personnel home, creating a 21600 passenger surplus by July 26 and saving about 1 million dollars. Major General David C. Shanks and Brigadier General Benjamin W. Fovois were among returning officers. Rear Admiral Robinson resumed a new post at Boston Navy Yard. Four deaths occurred including Witter Orchid, Edward Breeding, Carl Ham, and Clarence Cook from pneumonia and heart disease.
Jose de La Paz a Colonel under Francisco Villa was arrested by United States authorities in El Paso Texas and is being held as a military prisoner No charge has been made public authorities said today
Associated Press writes that Lieutenant G C Hutchinson of Chillicothe Missouri was killed when his airplane crashed during the Pauls Valley homecoming celebration late yesterday. His flying companion escaped with slight injuries.
Weather data shows daytime highs near 87 to 88 degrees and lows around 66 degrees. Forecast suggests warm conditions with general indicators of sun and possible heat through Sunday into Monday.
Handley Page bomber under Vice Admiral Mark Kerr wrecked near Parrsboro Nova Scotia while attempting a forced landing en route from Harbor Grace to Mineola. The craft overran the track struck a wire fence crashed into a tree and toppled with damages to wheel and right wing. Kerr and crew of three were shaken but not seriously injured.
Missouri Senate votes 20 to 1 to restore the death penalty in Jefferson City. The chamber met at 12 06 this morning with no debate and engrossed the measure yesterday. The House is to take final action tomorrow.
The federal council has submitted to Parliament a bill to make naturalization stricter. It requires applicants to reside in Switzerland for six years before citizenship can be granted.
In Bologna, authorities set standard meals at fixed prices across restaurants following food riots. Meals are priced from 45 cents to $1 depending on the restaurant class.
A dense roll of military units and detachments with dates in early July, naming numerous companies, engineers, hospitals, and support units from New York and Boston postings. Mentions guards, motor transport, depot service, field hospitals, and officers including Brigadier General Willem P Jackson.
Florence officials distributed fund at half price throughout the morning. The event caused some confusion but no violence occurred as municipal and military authorities maintained order.
Report notes attempts by the Mexican government to buy influence in American press to defend Carranza policies. Proposals included spending up to four million pesos to subsidize newspapers and writers in the United States to sway public opinion.
Indianapolis reports Harry Mew of Glendale, claimed son of Senator Harry S New, killed his fiancée Frieda Lesser at a remote Topanga Canyon spot after she refused to marry him. He described the act and said he surrendered with the body. Senator New denied any marriage to Mrs Berger and any divorce.
Paris July 5 The allied council today considered questions relating to Hungary and the opening of the Danube.
A humorous note depicts ABE MARTIN asking who will persuade Father Bott to run after women gain the vote. The cartoonish line hints at political maneuvering and social roles in a banquet scene.
Amid trans Atlantic travel the British dirigible B 34 nears Boston with dwindling fuel as U S Navy and allied vessels race to assist. Messages indicate fuel woes and weather changes prompt coordinated search and rescue efforts.
Naval vessels at the Boston navy yard head to sea tonight in an effort to reach the R-34 which sent a message for help claiming it was on a course for Boston. The high heat and crowds at beaches and parks were reported as thousands sought relief from the heat with only a dozen people overcome.
On Friday July 4 authorities detained thirty one Palmiero merchants after crowds denounced the starvers of the people. The arrests followed renoration by prominent locals and protests over shortages.
Associated Press reports in Paris that Colonel William Maskell is named high commissioner for Armenia under United States Great Britain France and itsir im powers. He will control economic questions in the country with broad authority reporting to Paris and coordinating relief through Constantinople Georgia and the provinces while overseeing relief organizations in those regions.
Paris July 5 General Dragom arrives in Paris on a special mission to the French government. He is sent by Admiral Kolchek and accompanied by a number of army officers.
Secretary announces treasury waived price restrictions in an agreement with Great Britain for purchase of silver here at a fixed price. The price had fluctuated from $1 an ounce to higher levels, with recent sales reaching above prior highs.
Three people are reported dead after a launch overturned on Upper Twin Lakes about 25 miles east of Spokane. Six others were rescued, according to telephone advices.
Sioux Falls July 30. After frantic search more than twenty rescuers recovered nine drowned bodies from a lake after the Measure boat Reliance overturned near Madison with about thirty aboard. An official inquiry may follow by state or county authorities.
In Spokane on July 5 Homer Immings, Democratic National Chairman, led a meeting of Eastern Washington Democrats and stated that eighty to ninety percent of Americans favor the League amid wartime unity and policy debate.
Short notice from military headquarters says daily drill for all citizens in the border district and New Mexico sub-district will end at 1 30 a m. The afternoon is set for recreation and sports. Regime to continue through the summer with similar orders expected for Arizona.
The submarine chaser 405, sailing from Bar Harbor for the Atlantic, developed engine trouble fifty miles offshore and was forced to return to Bar Harbor. The report came tonight from Washington.
Telegram from Prince Bitel Predereick of Prussia, second son of the former German emperor, to King George expressing willingness to submit to trial to shield their father from degradation, stating brothers join to spare the imperial name.
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