De Valera Resigns as Treaty Vote Looms
Dublin reports say Eamon De Valera announced resignation as President of the Irish Republic but signaled he might delay or withdraw the move if a treaty vote occurs within forty eight hours. Conflicting statements suggest he could stay on if the treaty is rejected and seek a new agreement with Britain, or retire if accepted.
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Associated Press
Dublin
Hamon DeValers
Dall Eireann
Irish Republic
de Valera
Great Britain
Dall
Organize a Fair for Next Autumn in Athens
The columnist urges forming a fair association to build grounds and exhibit live stock, crops, and crafts next fall. He envisions raceing optional, a public hall, and farmer gathers to exchange ideas as cotton woes press diversification. He cites past Athens efforts and hopes the Chamber of Commerce supports the project.
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Welman
Erry Varine
Unis
Junley
Ho Hon
Holman
Hotinen
Red Chamber of Commerce
Holmen
CD Bienen
Athens
Fildom's Latest Marriage Rumor Soon Materialize
Los Angeles actors Lottie Picford and Alan Forrest filed a marriage license Friday and announced plans to wed Saturday night in a Los Angeles church.
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Fildom
Los Angeles
Lottie Picford
Alan Forrest
Dee McLain the World's Smallest Bellhop
The World’s smallest bellhop, 22, four feet tall and 69 pounds, works at the How Men Alping in New York. He watches guests and draws conclusions about middle aged travelers, noting tips are scarce and some men flirt with chorus girls. He recalls a Tulsa guest who gave three cents after a long ice water stunt and says he enjoys the humor of hotel life.
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Bob Dorman
New York
vVee McLain
Dee
Yose
Broadway Chorus
Jack
Thone
Tulsa
Okla
Wheels of Justice Speed Up 10 Check Gotham Crimes
New York judges and grand juries accelerated actions to reduce murders and robberies. Indictments charging Luther Body, an older offender, with the murders of Detectives Luckley and Miller were retried within twenty hours of the killings, and bench warrants issued for Body. Courts launched a roundup to seize alleged criminals on bail and seek heavier sentences.
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New York
Luther Body
Luckley
Miller
Body
Court of Special ‘Ncasionn
Harding Will Not Object to Farmer On Reserve Board
Washington D C Friday White House officials said President Harding would not object to including farm representatives on the Federal Reserve Board alongside commerce and industry voices. The administration reportedly endorsed directions to appoint a farmer to the board amid Senate agricultural bloc discussions.
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Harding
Washington
Federal Reserve Act
Agriculture
Representa~tives of Commerce and Industry
Federal Reserve Board
White House
Senate Agricultural Bloc
Reserve Board
European Economic Conference Set for Genoa in March
The Allied Supreme Council decided to hold a European economic conference in Genoa during the first two weeks of March. The United States will be invited formally and represented by unofficial observers. Russia and other powers will be invited if they meet conditions including ceasing Bolshevik propaganda, pledging no attacks on neighbors, and recognizing past Russian obligations.
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Cannes
Associated Press
Allied Supreme Council
Genoa
United States
Russia
Germany
Bulgaria
Austria
Hungary
Mire
Four Kentuckians testify on wartime hangings in France
Lexington reporters recount claims from four Kentucky soldiers in the 120th infantry who testified before a Senate committee about witnessing five hangings in Insur-Tille France. They say Department of War records show only two executions. Names given include Ray McGowan Emmett Howard James Lawcon and John Rica. They also cite Emmett Ringle of Eminence Ohio as having summoned them and name others alleged to be hanged.
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Lexington
120Th Infantry
Sen
Insur-Tille
France
War Department
Ray McGowan
Emmett Howard
James Lawcon
John Rica
Kentucky State
Charles Ringle
Emmett Ringle
Eminence
Ohio
Stillman divorce hearing halted over costs dispute
New York The Stillman divorce suit hearing scheduled for Montreal next week will not proceed because James A. Stillman refuses to pay 7,600 costs required by his wife. Cornelius J. Sullivan announced the move. If the money is not paid, testimony from Canadians next week will be abandoned. Arguments on appeal will be made soon.
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New York
Stillman
Montreal
James A. Stillman
Cornelius J. Sullivan
Ohn F. Freeman
Anne U. Stilliman
Supeme Court
Morschauser
Poughkeepsie
Appea
Brooklyn
Pistntt
War Finance Loans Approve Nearly 200 Million in 1921
The War Finance Corporation approved loans totaling nearly $200 million in 1921. Eugene Meyer Jr. announced the year's activities. About $145 million supported agriculture and livestock, with the rest aiding exports.
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Eugene Meyer
Washington
War Finance Corporation
Eugene Meyer, Jr
Friday Inn
Unemployment Up In United States In December
Washington reports unemployment rose to 4.7 percent in December while payrolls grew in textiles steel metal products leather and paper industries amid higher economic activity, detailing labor market trends and sector gains.
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Washington
United States
Five power pact backs piracy penalties for naval captains
The armament committee approved a five power contract to impose penalties for piracy by naval commanders who break established laws of naval warfare, part of Root's plan to suspend submarine terror. The meeting then moved to the gas warfare abolition proposal, with Italy approving the Root plan, while adjournment left other delgations ready to act later. China rejects Japanese Shantung proposals after talks adjourned as of Friday.
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Washington
Associated Press
Armament Committee
Arms Conference
Elihu Root
Italy
Warre
China
Shantung
Association Will Fight For Lower Lumber Freight Rates
Memphis leaders of the Southern Hardwood Association with nearly a hundred members voted Friday to continue the fight to reduce freight charges on their products. J. H. Brownhend, traffic manager, was advised to route and handle shipments to move hardwood as economically as possible. A. M. Nickley of Memphis was re elected president.
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Memphis
Decisrin
J. H. Brownshend
Southern Hardwood Association
Bob McWhorter to Speak to Sunday Y Club
Georgia star Bob McWhorter will address the Sunday Y Club at the YMCA at 3 o clock on playing the game. He excelled in football and baseball, captaining both teams, and earned Phi Beta Kappa and Sphinx honors. He will discuss fair play and life lessons, inviting all boys to attend.
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Bob
McWhorter
Georgia
Phi Betta Kappa
Sphinx
Boone elected mayor in Maysville Georgia
G P Boone won the regular town election in Maysville Georgia defeating J W Shepherd for mayor by 78 votes to 47. The council members are Dr M P Deadewyler, J W Mitchell, J W Strange and William Miller.
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Maysville
GP. Boone
J. W. Shepherd
M. P.deadewyler
J. W. Mitchell
J. W. Strange
William Miller
Georgia Sweet Potatoes Promote State Products Nationwide
Georgia state product advertising is highlighted in a feature by E H Taylor in the December issue of the County Gentleman. Secretary Abbott of the Georgia Association led Taylor on an eight day Georgia tour, with many interviews praising Georgia sweet potatoes and their wider market potential nationally. Headlines trumpet Northern interest, Georgia experts, and the association's role in shaping favorable publicity to offset adverse advertising.
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Atlanta
Georgia A&sociation
Georgia
E. H. Taylor
Abbott
Geor‘la Association
Mr. Taylor
Taylor
National Army
Iowan
Georgis
Georgie
South
Bieder
Chicago
Belief Allies Will Abandon Further Prosecution
Paris report from the Associated Press states a belief that the allies will drop further prosecutions of Hun officers. The dispatch notes optimism about easing wartime legal actions and limits on pursuing additional charges.
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Paris
The
Associated Press
Compton Slaying Mystery Puzzles Atlanta Police
Atlanta detectives seek new clues after witness testimony fails to identify the shooter in the J Russell Compton murder case. The coroner's jury adjourned awaiting further information to locate the slayer.
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Atlanta
J. Russell Compton
Gordon Tells New Yorkers Weevil 5 Souths Blessing
Athens Clarke County residents are urged to view the boll weevil as a temporary challenge and a chance to shift toward wheat and other crops. Gordon notes New York readers will see optimism as locals unite with farmers and banks to overcome difficulties through confidence and cooperation.
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Gordon
Athens
South
Clarke County
New York
Batchelder
New Yorkers
Hugh H. Gordon, Jr
Dent
Newberry Appears Before Senate On Monday in Defense
Washington says Senator Newberry Republican Michigan will address the Senate Monday to answer ouster charges. Chair of election committee announced the plan on Friday. The vote is set for next week as Democrats push for removal and Heflin of Alabama vows public backlash against supporters.
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Washington
Newbery
Michigan
Senate
Newberry
Mnong Heflin
Alabama
Congress okays first annual wartime budget aid
Washington report notes the House late passed the first annual appropriation totaling about 169 million dollars for the enforcement program during the next fiscal year beginning July 1, with roughly 50,000 dollars slated for prohibition enforcement and provisions directed to the Senate.
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Washington
Sen
Marquis Okuma Dies at 84 in Tokio Home
The Associated Press reports Marquis Okuma, an octogenarian Japanese statesman, has died at his Tokio home. The former prime minister and influential diplomat passed away Friday, ending a long career in public service.
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Tokio
Associated Press
Marquis Okuma
Priday
Wise policy urged to aid Russia and revive trade
Washington dispatch argues that American agriculture suffers from overproduction while Russia faces famine. A wise policy would use Russia’s vast resources as credit to fund food, seeds, machinery, and agricultural imports, aiding Russia’s recovery and boosting U.S. welfare through coordinated relief and trade. The piece urges altering government policy to enable grain shipments and industrial support as a path to European stabilization.
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Washington
Pete
Russia
United States
Europe
South
Furanese
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