League debate dominates Washington as Wilson seeks quick action
Senators and representatives clash over the League of Nations charter. Poindexter accuses it of surrendering US sovereignty while Hitchcock and Lodge defend it, with Reed warning of entangling alliances. Borah, Cummins, and Knox forecast further debates as Taft weighs in on Monroe doctrine, and a White House conference looms.
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Attempted assassination shocks France as Clemenceau is attacked
Premier Georges Clemenceau was shot at in Paris by Emile Cottin known as Mlle Lou. Three bullets struck the premier, one lodged in the shoulder. Clemenceau, unbowed, returned home and reassured his household as surgeons considered X ray checks and possible bullet removal.
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Churchill Pays High Tribute to Clemenceau at Mansion House
Churchill lauded French premier Clemenceau for steadfast resolve in the postwar era. He urged retaining a large army to guard the British empire, enforce German reparations, and deter any future German aggression on the Rhine.
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Russia Rescue Requires Russian Manhood Says Minister
A government report argues Russia must be saved by Russian manhood and virtue, rejecting further military service prolongation or large foreign forces. In Washington a no wage advances stance is stated and no shipbuilding wave plans are being considered by the Emergency Fleet Corporation head.
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Fess Attacks League as Harmful to U S Sovereignty
Representative Fess of Ohio alone in the House denounces the proposed league charter as dangerous to American sovereignty claiming it transfers authority to a nine nation executive. He warns that any five members could bind the United States to actions on immigration tariffs or defense without consent.
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Senate debate on league of nations and troop return
Senators clashed over a peace treaty and the league of nations. Senator Reen urged immediate withdrawal of American overseas forces and called for stopping shipping concessions if allies refused aid. Applause erupted as he pressed for swift action, amid Vice President Marshall’s rebuke. Continued on page six.
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Senate Passes Racing Bill Over Governor Veil
Charleston W Va February 19 the senate passed the state racing commission bill overturning Governor Cornwell's veto by eighteen to eleven after no remarks in roll call. The measure would create a state patrol department with a commissioner appointed by the governor and senate, age limits, and a $4000 salary.
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Small Packers Form Export Trust To Guard War Meat Trade
A tentative export corporation of small meat packers from forty firms formed in Chicago led by Frederick S. Snyder aims to retain foreign trade as WAR orders wind down. Twenty five firms pledge 5 000 dollars each. extension of price stabilizing period urged to prevent price spikes as expected demand exceeds supply for two years.
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