Lansing Ousted as Cabinet Chief Over Expanding Powers
Washington reports reveal Secretary of State Robert Lansing resigned at President Wilson's request after letters accusing him of trying to assume presidential prerogatives during Wilson's illness. The dispute follows multiple cabinet resignations and leaves Lansing's successor post open as of February 14.
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Will Rail Strike Be Averted Likely Says Wilson Plan
Washington reports a peaceful settlement appears likely as unions accept President Wilson’s wage proposal limiting immediate gains. The plan foresees future improvements for about two million railway workers while rejecting a 40 percent immediate rise. A public White House statement is expected clarifying the no general strike posture and outlining a path to better conditions later.
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Women in Chicago form league to push suffrage ends merge
The first congress of the league of women voters met in Chicago. The merged body will continue suffrage work until the federal amendment is ratified. Delegates endorsed political education of new women voters and funded a Bryn Mawr chair in honor of Dr. Anna Howard Shaw.
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Washington notices resignations at State Department
The United States announced the resignation of Secretary Lansing and named Under Secretary Frank L. Polk as acting secretary. The State Department notified officials today of the changes in leadership.
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Recruit Drive Arrives from Camp Taylor to Secure Enlistments
Captain Flaharty and nine men from Camp Taylor Ky arrived for a ten day enlistment drive with extensive overseas service and war trophies on display. Local recruiting officers reported prior week enlistments by William Peoples Pomeroy cavalry John Pierce Somerset signal corps Joseph Daugherty Somerset signal corps and Everett Caffey Logan C A E Panama.
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Missing Girl in Cleveland Sought by Police
Cleveland authorities launch a city wide search for 18 year old Julia Gascia who vanished after leaving a note to her sister threatening self harm. The note titled Sis Julia said she would be dead by the time the sister read it and cited no clear reason for her disappearance.
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Hoover Profits Cited From Grain Ad Campaign
Washington reports Senator Gronna of North Dakota charged that Herbert Hoover profits from ads in leading periodicals paid by Julius Barnes head of the United States Grain Corporation. Gronna claimed the ads come from profits of the grain program funded by government loans, and that farmers have lost a dollar per bushel on wheat due to the operation.
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Father and Son Week Observance in Ohio Monday
Ohio to observe Father and Son Week during the coming week led by W. G. Cartlish state YMCA county jail secretary. The program aims to unite fathers and sons yearly to emphasize duties to boys and reverence for mothers. Last year Ohio held 473 observances preparing boys and fathers for shared responsibilities.
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Russian Soprano Lipkowska Returns to the United States
Mme Lydia Lipkowska the famed Russian lyric soprano returns to the United States after years abroad. She fled Odessa with costly jewels sewn in clothing to evade the Reds, aided by Lieutenant Bodin among friends. Her jewelry reportedly includes a wig woven with gold thread.
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National Guard Company Prepares for State Inspection
Sergeant Instructors Dueber and Reiser trained the local National Guard unit ahead of a two day state inspection by Major Barrett of the 40th Infantry from Camp Sherman. Capt Stinchcomb notes full attendance expected. 23 members live outside the city as the company receives its first pay since reorganization.
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Joe Jackson Holds Out for $15,000 Sox Salary
Chicago Feb 14 Joe Jackson has returned his contract unsigned to President Comiskey. He demands a salary of 15000 dollars per season and may pursue other work if a higher offer comes from elsewhere. Comiskey says liberal terms were named but Joe may seek better pay.
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Akron Beats Mount Union In 27 Point Victory
Akron extended its win streak by defeating Mount Union 27 to 0 at home on Friday night. The game involved Akron maintaining dominance with strong defense and effective offense, sealing a clean shutout against Mount Union.
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Five year old kills sister with rifle in Anesfield
Batty Daniels, aged five, shot and killed his three year old sister Or thella with his father's rifle at Ontario near Anesfield Ohio. The accident was reported by the parents with the child pressing the gun to the girl's breast before the trigger was pulled.
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Special Lodge Meeting for Funeral of Samuel Sommer
Paramathia Lodge No 25 F A M schedules a 9 15 a m meeting on February 16 to conduct the funeral of Brother Samuel Sommer. Members are urged to attend. J Link Duncan W M Jas A Palmer Sec
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Premier notes on Kaiser extradition and Adriatic dispute sent to allies
London reports the council of premiers completed notes demanding surrender of the former Kaiser and immediate settlement of the Jugo Slavic Italian Adriatic dispute. France seeks coal delivery delays addressed by reparations committee as Hungarian situation also discussed.
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Treaty of Versailes
Agreement On League Covenant Not Assured
Washington, Feb 14. Senators predicted a decision within days on whether a reservation to article X of the League covenant can be agreed. The issue hinges on how far Democrats will go in compromise and how many votes the Democratic program can command. Lodge submitted two proposals but did not commit himself publically. President Wilson warned that Hitchcock’s reservation form was unfortunate.
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Bullitt reveals Lansing on treaty and Wilson rift
A leak outlines criticism of Wilson's Mexico policy and hints at Lansing's tension with the president. The letter by Fletcher and Bullitt's Senate testimony indicate a growing clash over peace terms, with discussion of a successor to Lansing and Wilson's Paris negotiations.
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Governor Cox signs bills expanding city zones and sub-divisions
In Columbus on February 14 Governor Cox signed the Morris bill allowing cities to establish zones for sanitation and beauty including factories and residences. He will decide soon on the Evans bill enabling interurbans to use franchises with counties to raise fares via the state utilities commission. He is expected to let the Gardner bill become law without his signature, allowing political subdivisions to bypass the Smith tax limit with a majority vote.
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Weather outlook for Ohio Valley and Tennessee regions
General forecast shows fair conditions across Ohio Valley and Tennessee with rising temperatures in the first half of the week. Above normal readings expected in the second half, with dry conditions likely overall.
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