Supreme Court to Rule on War Time Prohibition Today
Washington December 7 The Supreme Court may decide the war time prohibition law and Volstead Act tomorrow. The decision could settle if the nation stays wet for Christmas or becomes dry by constitutional amendment. Court reconvenes at noon after recess and is expected to issue an early ruling on the constitutionality of the act.
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Ohio Governor calls off big coal conference
Columbus Ohio December reports Governor Cox canceled the coal operators and miners conference planned to resume the next morning. He stated the dispute is likely to be settled Tuesday on a nationwide basis, signaling a possible end to the Ohio miners strike.
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Jenkins Release Drives Mystery in Mexico Diplomatic Enigma
Washington reports no solution yet to the mystery surrounding the sudden release of William C. Jenkins, American consular agent, from Puebla jail. The State Department and Jenkins probe what influenced a $500 bail. Mexico aviation claims are questioned as officials assess the air force strength and types.
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Puebla
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Mexican Air Department
Sugar shortage causes fears of high prices in New York
New York fearfully tracks a sugar shortage as wholesale prices surge toward 26 cents a pound for home use. Officials blame hoarders and profiteers while promising relief after February when Cuban crops enter the market. Soldiers and civilians face higher costs as 7,000 and 17,000 bag exports are reported and refinery operations shift to wartime exports.
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Hebrew Boys Club Holds Membership Drive Show
Members of the Hebrew Boys club staged an entertainment at the Hebrew Institute rooms on Burroughs and Kossuth streets yesterday afternoon. The drive invites all Jewish boys aged 14 and over to join, with aims to advance Zionist movement and athletic activities.
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Starring Again Sew Young Margaret Lawrence Quit Stage
Margaret Lawrence left the stage after marriage to La Pisign and later separated from Orson Shinn. The shifting couple faced renewed public attention as rumors swirled about their relationship and careers.
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Germans Protest Invasion At Kiel
Berlin reports forceful German objections to an alleged violation of armistice terms and invasion of sovereignty at Kiel by the British steamer St Helena carrying German prisoners. The ship was in German waters near the Kiel Canal when 600 Germans were released and 50 to 100 remained aboard as the vessel proceeded to Danzig amid protest.
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Trains to Stop Due to Fuel Shortage Across Railroads
Boston dispatch reports that 182 New York New Haven and Hartford passenger runs and 77 Boston and Maine trains will be discontinued starting December 10 due to fuel shortages. Two New Haven services will be cut each way from New York to Boston. The Knickerbocker limited and other morning trains will not operate. Fifty New Haven trains will run only on weekends, with nine Boston and Maine trains affected on Sundays.
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Loan for Poland and other lands
John Smulski, head of Polish immigration in the United States, appealed for a loan to Poland and other newly formed European states. He warned currency depreciation, lack of raw materials, and instability threaten liberty and anti Russian efforts. A loan, he argued, would aid five million immigrant workers and help Poland become a stable, functioning state.
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Republican leaders gather in Washington for campaign planning
National Republican Committee leaders converge in Washington for meetings this week to set the 1920 convention date and discuss candidates and policy positions. Chicago and St Louis vie as convention hosts with headquarters already opened. Major figures like Wood and Lowden backers, Harding allies, and Poindexter supporters expect to push priority candidates while committee plans may include resolutions but not full policy outlines.
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What Famous Actors Do for Their Teeth
A promotional note details how actors maintain flawless teeth with Albedon Dental Cream used by Cecil Lean Cleo Mayfield Emmy Wehlen Mae Murray and Eddie Cantor. The ad claims the product cleanses polishes and antiseptically treats teeth using calcium candanate and aromatic oils. A tube with 85 brushings is sold everywhere with a satisfaction guarantee.
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Cecil Lean
Cleo Mayfield
Emmy Wehlen
Mae Murray
Eddie Cantor
Furniture Man Finds Relief in Cinot
Local ad tells how Louis A. Cowan of Headley’s Furniture found renewed health after using CINOT. The tonic restored his energy, mood, and smile, enabling him to continue serving customers. CINOT sold at Gob Hartigan’s Drug Stores Fairfield and Main, plus other listed outlets.
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Shelton
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Master Printers Deny Coercive Practices in Trade Complaint
The United Typothetae of America replies to the federal trade commission denying price fixing and coercion claims. It argues its three year plan is an educational program and questions commission jurisdiction. Includes letters from former Chairman Whurley and President Wilson supporting cost findings and the commission’s efforts. Madrid strike leaves newspapers undelivered in the morning.
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