Finances Seen Sound Despite Deficit Claims
Montana state finances are in strong shape says Auditor William Keating as he debunks deficit fears. He cites a two year receipt and disbursement estimate showing a $39,576.38 potential shortfall, but argues economy and increased assessments will cover losses. Troops from Montana headed home as First Montana cavalry prepare to depart from Douglas Arizona.
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Montana House Debates Maximum Interest and Torture Tax Bill
Helena notes report a lengthy session with committee of the whole debating a maximum interest bill proposed to cap rates at 8 to 12 percent. Prominent figures argue for cheap money for small banks, while other measures include auto theft felonies, state income tax proposals, and a request to dredge Polson harbor. Several representatives introduce anti unfair competition, corporate enforcement, and tax revenue amendments.
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Struggle grows over vacated Mexican territory as Villa and Zapata mobilize
Washington reports troop withdrawals near the Mexican frontier are underway under war department orders. Carranza refuses Atlantic City protocol, while Villa and Zapata align for action against de facto forces near Chihuahua. Banks in Mexico face seizures. British and French stockholders seek U.S. State Department remedies. Clergy arrests' fate remains unknown as tensions rise.
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German Torpedo Boats Attacked Near Zeebrugge
London reports from Ymuiden via Reuters say German torpedo boats tried to leave Zeebrugge to beat thick ice and were attacked by a large British squadron. The destroyer V-69’s bridge was swept away, its commander and two officers killed, and the vessel later struck by shells. Seven other German boats reportedly sunk. V-69 linked to the home fleet.
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National Conference to Discuss Program and Peace Policy
New York January 23 the National Civic Federation plans a national conference to decide whether the United States should limit its military efforts to the western hemisphere or address world peace. Talcott Williams led a banquet where the federation approved a resolution urging a standing army of 200000 universal military training for 18 to 20 year olds on government reservations and smoother mobilization logistics.
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Industrial Department of the Federation
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Wintry Weather Favors Activity of the Armies
Berlin reports heavy snow and bitter cold spreading across fronts. Weather has not favored either side with increased artillery and patrols, while German and Russian positions face renewed efforts and shifting troop deployments. The front from Riga to Dvina, and Romanian Galatz area, see movements as British and French forces pull back to rest before a major test.
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Ratificationed Danish West Indies Purchase Notified
Washington January 28 President Wilson notified Congress of the exchange of ratifications of the Danish West Indies purchase treaty and asked to provide the 25 million dollars the United States has agreed to pay for the Islands. The revenue bill then being framed in the House will authorize a bond issue to furnish this money.
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Botulism Fatal Reported in San Diego Area
Coroner Otto Marsh named botulism as the cause of two deaths following illness after meals. Mis Genevieve Nation died at Escondido this afternoon, and Mrs Maude Pearson widow of Col BP Pearson died in San Diego this morning. Both had been ill several days after visiting a local Escondido hotel.
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Debate next week on President’s peace policy proposed
Washington, Gan, 23. Opportunity for open discussion of President Wilsons sensational peace address comes in the senate tomorrow through a resolution by Senator Cummins proposing full debate next week on the subject. Spokesmen say there will be speeches pro and con and there is no desire to curb discussion, while progress on other legislation moves to end the current short session. Senator Stone opposes immediate action for speeches, and the President waits for verdict from war motions and his countrymen. Continued on Page 11.
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Troops prepare to leave Mexican soil in today’s Standard ic
Naval skirmish reported in the North Sea and war activities heightened by cold weather. Bethlehem Steel cuts a melon while Senator Cummins calls for debate on an address. A nurse named Scollard is noted, and a man named Anaconda is referenced in mining and market items.
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Bethlehem Steel to Share Giant Stock Dividend Plan
New York Jan 25 Bethlehem Steel directors announce a massive stock action offering 4 200 per cent common stock dividend and rights to subscribe to 15 009 000 000 new stock at par on a share for share basis. Special meeting set Feb 14. Schwab and friends seen likely to control while voting power is withheld from new stock. Bethlehem reports 1916 earnings of 61 717 129 with surplus growth to 69 870 198 and orders on hand around 19 500 000, up about 14 000 000 from last year.
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Gold From Baltimore Set for Raiders Loading
Baltimore reports from local shipping circles say three steamers, likely carrying coal, departed with millions in gold coins and bars bound for Germany. The Ausable cleared Dec 24 for Norfolk with about 2 million in gold, later sailing to Buenos Aires. Maumee and Winnebago followed, also carrying heavy gold consignments. Maurice B. Carin confirmed large gold shipments but gave no destinations.
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Revenue measure refined by House tax committee
Washington reports Democrats on the House Ways and Means Committee approved a draft administration revenue bill. The plan raises inheritance taxes, imposes an excess profits tax on corporations and partnerships, authorizes Panama canal bonds, and allows treasury certificates up to 800 million dollars. It targets army and navy funding and includes tax exemptions and scaled increases.
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