Passage of First Major Laws Looked For Today
Washington reports Congress reconvenes with both chambers aiming to pass key bills. Senate to vote on the war finance corporation revival and farm credit measures while House moves toward Johnson immigration bill approval, with debates over a one year versus longer prohibition period and potential amendments.
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Government Plans Campaign to Aid Income Tax Payers
Washington officials announce a county wide campaign by internal revenue officers to help taxpayers prepare income tax returns. Williams says the effort runs through March 15, the filing deadline, with officers ready to answer questions on exemptions and income. Taxpayers are urged to start early to gather facts and figures for the 1920 calendar year and plan payments.
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Soldier killed in hospital blaze at Waller Reed
Washington dispatch reports a hospital fire at Waller Reed where a demented soldier died in the blaze. Dozens of shell shocked patients escaped or were removed, while carelessness with inflammables blamed for the disaster. four buildings burned and important instruments were lost.
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Shots Fired at Lick Creek Tent Colony Miners Near Williamson
Reported sporadic firing into the Lick Creek tent colony housing striking miners near Williamson from the Tug River area across to Atlax. Investigation launched by military authorities. no casualties reported. State health officials plan sanitary checks though union leaders show indifference and urge aid. Governor Cornwell pressured to convene operators to a conference table to resolve the strike. Dr. George M. Taylor of the health department to assess tomorrow. Miners and families vow to continue the fight, declaring readiness to stay in tents.
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Navy Seeks Three Year Naval Build Up and Hawaii Base
The Pacific Fleet is urged to develop Hawaii into a mammoth naval base for the fleet. Secretary Daniels opposes consolidation of the Army Navy and commercial aviation and backs a three year program including battleships cruisers destroyers submarines and aircraft carriers. If the United States does not join the League of Nations the plan proceeds under General Board approval to be launched as ships are completed. Continued on page thirteen.
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Harding and Hoover Review World Issues in Marian Talk
President elect Harding and Herbert Hoover discussed world and national problems in Marian. Hoover said they solved none of the issues, noting international conditions, European relations, and Versailles framework would need changes for any durable peace. Harding may appoint Hoover to advisory roles as talks continue.
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Burleson Blames Congress for Postal Deficit in 1920
Postmaster General Burleson reports the postal service ran a deficit of 77 million in 1920 with expenditures at 404.98 million and revenues at 497.15 million. He blames Congress for blocking legislative fixes that would raise pay and reduce the shortfall.
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New Haven Road Executes Mortgage to Raise Millions
New Haven Road announced the execution and delivery of a mortgage to Bankers Trust of New York. The mortgage covers lines from New York to Providence and New London to Providence, includes rights to Grand Central and Central stations, and authorizes up to 145 million in bonds for debt refunding and new funding.
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Ghurgh Expels Erring Girl’s Kin In Local Controversy
In a church scandal described across the scribe notes, Ghurgh expels Mig Pring J Tanusaberg’s kin over alleged improprieties. The town records a gassing incident and a consistory discourse as presiding elder Roar addresses the crowd with admonitions about proper conduct. The report hints at broader church faction tensions and attendance at services as investigations continue.
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Crimes Cleared Up By Arrest in City Of Two
Police say several suspects tied to a string of robberies in Stamford and Norwich have been arrested. Investigators allege a planned series of hold ups targeted stores on Summit Street and nearby avenues. Authorities say Ralph Colinsk is among those detained for suspected involvement in the network.
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Congressman’s Son Killed by Friend in Accidental Shooting
PRESNY Cal 14 Peter J Dooling son of Congressman Power Bouting of New York city was wounded and almost killed in what appears to be an accident here early today. The incident involved Marc Engle a prominent wheomobile mar of New York city and Joseph C Farrell of New York. The trio were finishing a 4,000 mile trip from New York to San Francisco when the fatal shot occurred.
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Sunday Concerts Spark Sabbath Controversy in City
Rev. Paul J. Edwards denounces a Sunday concert by the Bridgeport Symphony at the high school as a violation of the Puritan Sabbath, arguing it disrupts worship and moral order. Parish leaders urge enforcement of the Sabbath law while noting Catholics’ observance patterns and concerns over public morality.
DR DAY URGES SABBATH OBSERVANCE FOR PEOPLE
A Sunday sermon by Rev Pail 1. Sabwards and M. Be Surely discussed Sabbath duties for the public. Dr. Thorace, pastor of the Uplogy Church, argued Sabbath belongs to the people and urged all to observe religious obligations. The speaker said the illness of Jewish sickies should not deter people from worship.
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Prohibition Agents Crack Down in Boston Area
Joseph J Mulvihill stated that federal prohibition efforts have arrested eighteen hundred people since July and seized cars, oranges, crates, and furniture. McCarthy said cars held liquor in hidden tanks and that Springfield Worcester Lowell and Providence were largely closed routes to Boston.
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Cork is torn by fires after ambush of troops
Dublin reports Cork city center burned and other districts ablaze after an ambush of the military at Pillows Cross. Four killed or wounded, civilians seized and shot, fires erupt as gunfire and explosions echo through the city. A special train carries Captain Myer to Cork as officials seek measures to prevent further damage.
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Speed Up League to End Sessions Discussed at Assembly
International Board seeks faster pace as committees push for frictionless debate at Geneva. Delegates expect two sessions daily to clear backlogs and allow speechmakers to present long-lagged remarks before next Sunday. The key issue remains the international court with talks aimed at avoiding Belgian Chilean tensions and arranging divisional votes.
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Stores to Open Nights for Holiday Trade
Stores in the town will be open until 8 o'clock Saturday night for holiday shopping. A managers meeting was held with the larger stores to plan extended hours.
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Man Fires Home Shoots Gun Held For Examination
A man fired a shot inside his home at 6 o clock. Police reported the incident as accidental. Officers from West Haven and Mildard searched the area. No physicians were available tonight to assess the man’s mental condition for tomorrow’s court appearance.
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Return of Constantine Athenian Weeklong Preparations
Athens readies for the royal return of Constantine with the king to arrive by Wednesday aboard a Greek battleship. He will address the public from the palace balcony after a ceremony. ministers and officials reshuffle as De Billy and Granville expected as new foreign ministers. Princess Anastasia and royal movements in Athens are prominent in local papers.
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