Navy warned on next war by Rear Admiral Sims
Rear Admiral William S. Sims warned in Jersey City that the United States could be "up against it" in a future war if forced to face an enemy navy alone. He urged Americans to accept needed criticism to strengthen the navy and noted overconfident attitudes have cost lives. He spoke before the Jersey City Lincoln Association, saying the U S must learn from past actions.
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Jersey City
N. J
United States
William S. Sims
Lincoln Association
Eng
Admiral comments on news tone and civilian control
The admiral defends toning down headlines and denies civilian authorities in naval matters. He argues many misperceptions stem from wartime reporting and accuses critics of labeling him pro British. He cites Hoover as another target of such criticism.
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Hoover
Edward J. O Leary Appointed Salem City Marshal
Edward J. O Leary was appointed city marshal at Salem on February 12 after James R. Dooley resigned. Dooley left to enter the leather business, saying the salary was insufficient. The current salary is $2000 with a planned $300 raise soon.
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Salem
Edward J. O’leary
James R. Dooley
Dooley
Suspended Socialists accuse traction men in Albany
In a statement, five suspended Socialist Assemblymen charge traction companies with seeking their removal. They vow to fight the “traction thieves” and present a constructive traction program while noting that the extent of these interests in swearing opponents out remains to be seen.
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Albany
N. Y
Cascarets Claim Gentle Relief From Ailments
An advertising pitch promotes Cascarets as a gentle remedy ending biliousness headaches colds and constipation without griping or drastic effects. It touts quick action during sleep and low cost as a cure for bowel and liver poison.
German Professor Vows to Snub Allies in Card
Berlin February 12 The Berlin University rector Professor Edward Meyer says he will snub Americans English and French after tearing up his Harvard and English doctor of divinity diplomas. He responds to Colonel Emerson who urged U S surrender of Germans and notes a treaty links the United States to the demand. Meyer denounces hostile nations and vows that Germans will refuse personal ties with their citizens unless they disavow their governments.
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Berlin
Edward Meyer
Berlin University
Harvard
Edward Emerson
Emerson
Professor Meyer
United States
Dutch Hesitating Over the League of Nations
The Hague February 12. Negotiations by the Dutch government with neutrals on joining the League of Nations yielded no result. A Parliament statement says neutrals cannot make general reservations since Article 1 forbids them. The delay in submitting Holland’s entry measure is excused as the United States and Scandinavian nations have not decided yet.
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The
Hague
League of Nations
Holland
United States
Appropriations to be Passed in Six Weeks
Washington February 12 The House steering committee agrees to pass all appropriation bills within six weeks as a step toward early adjournment possibly by the June conventions. Senate leaders are understood to have promised cooperation in the legislative programme.
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Washington
House
Senate
Boston committee for Americanism backs Make Friends with the Alien Week
Chairman Downey of the Boston committee for Americanism states the group supports cooperation with all city agencies to promote Americanism and aligns with the American Legion. The plan to observe Make Friends with the Alien Week starting February 15, 1920, aims to strengthen ties with immigrant residents and foster devotion to American principles while praising Washington and Lincoln.
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Michael J. Downey
Boston Committee For Americanism
City of
Boston
Committee For Americanism
American Legion
America
Washington
Lincoln
United States
Engineer Hoar Promoted to Engineer With Salary Increase
Mayor Peters approved the promotion of Assistant Engineer Frank A. Hoar of Engine Company 48 to engineer with salary rising from 1600 to 1700 dollars per year. Hoar joined the department April 30 1906 and became assistant engineer May 29 1911. The vacancy followed Engineer Charles P. Mc Farlane’s promotion to lieutenant.
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Peters
Frank A. Hoar
East Glenwood Avenue
Engine Company 48
Hoar
Charles P. McFarlane
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