Rail labor arbitration opens with long volume as evidence
The Newlands act arbitration between western railroads and 55,000 engineers and firemen began in Chicago with War ren Stone presenting a 56 page bound volume of 35 words of agreements. He argued railroads drive efficiency at the cost of workers, noting wage stagnation despite rising workloads and equipment improvements. The hearing, set to last months, aims to prove concessions have harmed transport workers and public costs could rise.
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France Publishes Yellow Book On War Causes In Depth
Paris reports the French foreign minister released a comprehensive yellow book detailing the prewar causes. It traces 1913 to 1914 military buildup, Germany's aims, and bellicose plans with quotes about provoking war. The document argues Austria and Germany sought war, citing the Austrian ultimatum to Serbia as a trigger.
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Rate Increases Suspended and War Prep Debated
In today's Standard page a muted view of wartime policy emerges with rate suspensions and debate on preparing for conflict. Reports mention copper aboard and English residents protesting. Also noted are varied items across state and local news, including hotel arrivals and a plan for a week of prayer.
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British protest planned over Arizona 50 percent rule
English residents in Bisbee protest Arizona’s “50 percent” initiative, urging Sir Courtenay Spring-Rice to lodge a formal protest. Consul J T Paxton presided at a meeting of British subjects, calling the measure unconstitutional and unfair and arguing it violates treaty rights of foreign citizens. Similar protests by other foreign groups are being organized with appeals to diplomatic representatives.
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Liquor Dealers Challenge Washington Prohibition Law
In Olympia, the first challenge to the statewide prohibition measure passed by voters is underway as Maud Gottstein and Seattle wholesale liquor interests obtain a temporary restraining writ from Thurston County Superior Court. The order halts the governor from proclaiming the bill as law until a hearing scheduled for tomorrow.
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French government orders massive canned beer and hog backs
Chicago packers received new orders for 10,000,000 cans of corned beer and 250,000 fat hog backs from the French government, announced today. The shipments underscore growing wartime food supply efforts and industrial output from Chicago.
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Eastern theater gains focus as Poland headlines rise
News from The Hague and London notes the East becoming central to the war, with Emperor William at Hindenburg headquarters and General Mackenzen praised as the Ninth Army Corps gains glory. The report says little new is expected from the Western front amid these shifts.
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Norwegian Suspected of Hidden Copper Aboard Sandefjord
Halifax Nova Scotia November 30 The Norwegian steamer Sandefjord sailing from New York to Copenhagen with a cotton cargo is brought in as a prize of war. Suspected of contraband the ship reportedly carries balloon silk and copper hidden under the cotton. A prize crew was placed aboard after examination by British patrollers and the ship was ordered to dock at Halifax. The Norwegian captain protested the instructions. The Sandefjord previously operated in the Sydney ore trade.
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Dangerous mine adrift near Fire Island in Atlantic
A mine with five contact points lies six miles west of Fire Island light and drifts in the Atlantic. Captain Davies of the steamship Brontan reported passing the mine this morning as transatlantic ships move in and out of New York harbor. The origin and cause of the mine remain uncertain, with earlier reports about a missing mine from Brooklyn navy yard receiving no confirmation.
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Supreme Court Finds Oklahoma Jim Crow Law Unconstitutional
In a November decision a majority of justices ruled the Oklahoma law barring train sleeping and dining car service to nonwhites unconstitutional but did not issue a decree due to procedural imperfections. Five Black plaintiffs sought an injunction to stop railroads from enforcing the law. the federal district court’s dismissal was affirmed.
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Christmas parcels resume to Germany and Austria Hungary
Washington announces the resumption of parcel post service with Germany and Austria Hungary after wartime suspension. The move allows thousands of Christmas remembrances to Europe, though Belgium Turkey and parts of France remain restricted due to military operations.
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Mexican bullets keep on killing Americans
Neco Nov. 10 five more persons were added to American casualties in the siege of Naco Sonora. Private Caine of the Ninth Cavalry was fatally wounded. four others were dead or missing from stray bullets. Total injured reached 43 with four dead and two reported near death. In Texas, Chao Aguna and Alberto Torres renounced Villa allegiance, siding with Carranza. Villa forces near Mexico City and near Tampico reported. Pachuca reportedly captured by Villa brigades. San Diego reports Villa troops landed at Ensenada and the cruiser Chattanooga observed. Manuel Herrerias had discharged troops prior to investigation.
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Nobel Peace Prize proposal supports Belgian refugees
Copenhagen dispatch reports Scandinavian presses largely favor donating the Nobel Peace Prize to Belgian refugees. Newspapers say the act would align with Alfred Nobel's ideals and ensure the prize money goes to a neutral, charitable purpose.
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Dominican Republic President-Elect Blocked in Congress
Washington reports Juan Jimenez has been elected president of the Dominican Republic by a large popular and electoral majority but Congress, led by the opposition, will not administer the oath, leaving the new leader unable to assume office.
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Oregon moves to abolish capital punishment in 150 vote margin
Returns from all counties in Oregon show the capital punishment bill passed by a majority of 150. The tally is 100,552 for the abolition and 100,385 against, confirming the measure's adoption across the state.
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Investigation of railway freight rates in western territory
Washington dispatch reports the Interstate Commerce Commission ordered an investigation into western and middle western railway freight rate changes after suspending new tariffs filed by western carriers. Measures include proposed charges for loading maneuvers and returning emptied tank cars, with several adjustments tied to grain shipments and transit rules. The commission may refile suspensions later. some increases affect routes to Chicago, St. Louis, and Atlantic coast points.
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Twin Gang Leaders Die in Brooklyn Shootout
New York report says two rival gang leaders met in the foreign quarter of Brooklyn and dueled with revolvers. Seven shots were fired all hitting. One man suffered four bullets, the other three. The incident follows a string of gang killings in the precinct. Frank de Fonte, an Italian merchant, was killed by gangsters last week, while William Davie and Barnet Buff had also been murdered in recent days.
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Not Time to Inquire of Readiness for War
Washington reports President Wilson will not seek to mold Congress on Rep Gardner’s resolution for a military treasury investigation. Officials say he would oppose the inquiry, deeming it untimely and unlikely to yield useful information. Gardner plans to meet at the White House to discuss next steps.
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