Police clash prompts threat to use machine guns on soldiers
New York Police Commissioner Enright writes to Mayor Hylan and federal officials denouncing disorder during two Socialist meetings. He warns police may deploy machine guns if soldiers and sailors resist, urging immediate federal action to keep troops under control while in the city. The mayor counters that officers acted with restraint, saying the situation endangered public order and city safety.
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Accident injures man bound for court near Southport
Meeker of Westport Jeanbound for court injured when struck by auto owned by John Jarry of New London near Carey's garner in port. The injured man, about 60, was taken to St Vincent's hospital with a fractured skull. Jarry arrested for reckless driving, later released pending hearing.
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Superior Court
Hundreds Apply To Help Rebuild French Villages
Reports say hundreds seek overseas reconstruction work in France through the United States Employment Bureau and the T. J. Pardy Construction Company. Officials deny a wholesale recruitment and say applications have been made, but no large contracts or hired hundreds are confirmed.
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Argentina Denies It Would Oppose U S Intervention
The Argentine foreign office in Lima denied President Irigoyen promised Chilean ambassador Bulnes that Argentina would join Chile and Mexico in opposing any intervention by the United States or European powers in South America. A Buenos Aires despatch said Chile sought Argentina neutrality in a Chile Peru clash, but the report was deemed unreliable.
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New Chance For Mooney Offered For Investigation
Secretary Wilson announced a report alleging irregularities in the Mooney case will be sent to Governor Stephens of California. Johan B. Densmore, director general of the federal employment service, will place himself at the Governor’s disposal for any investigation ordered. The announcement says the governor may be provided with the report and access to Densmore. The telegram copy was made public tonight and the report’s contents are being pursued despite initial plans. Continued on Page Two.
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65000 Working in Factories of City, U S Figures Show
Bridgeport figures from the Community Labor Board indicate about 65 000 people are employed in nearly all city factories with a few hundred more added since last month. The data, led by William P. Kirk, shows war and peace workers and will guide demobilization and labor readjustment efforts nationwide.
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English to Be Official Language at Peace Congress
Paris reports the peace congress may adopt English as its official language, a first for a major international gathering after long use of French in diplomacy. Delegates largely spoke English during the Inter-allied conference, motivating dual French and English records and government publications. Notable figures Herbert C. Weaver and Edward N. Hurley discussed famine and shipping issues, including France needing tonnage and a potential 1 billion franc government project. Hurley’s chair will review US tonnage prospects, with Captain Tardieu noting possible 100000 tons.
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Hurley
Army orders halt discharge of soldiers at camp Devens
AYER Mass Nov 27 Major General Henry P McCain commander of the 12th division at Camp Devens received orders from the War department to discharge officers and men as he deemed expedient 20 000 holiday furloughs AYER Mass Nov 2 More than 20 000 soldiers left Camp Devens today to spend Thanksgiving with their families An elaborate dinner and program of entertainment have been arranged for tomorrow for the 20 000 men remaining in camp
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Thanksgiving observance amid cost and faith
The city plans a Thanksgiving of gratitude tied to liberty and service with church services in all churches and a municipal non sectarian service at the High School auditorium at 10:30 led by Rev. William. Pastors expect large congregations as residents reflect on four years of strain and hope for normalcy and peace.
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Undertaker Tries Bribe Over Spanish Influenza Bodies
The Hillside isolation hospital faced undertaker pressure during the influenza epidemic as a bribe attempt surfaced. He offered 85 to a nurse to learn death notices, aiming to secure bodies first. Relatives and hospital officials reported the incident, highlighting predators seeking profits from bereavement.
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Walsh Wages Keep Postwar Living Standard at 72 1 2 Cents
Franke P. Walsh, joint chairman of the National War Labor Board, urged that wages not fall back to pre war levels. He cited War Labor Board findings that 72 1 2 cents an hour is the lowest subsistence wage for an eight hour day, and warned no return to pre war costs within five years. He said wage standards must stay up for fair return even with cost declines.
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German Government invites Wilson to visit Europe
Copenhagen dispatch reports the German government will invite President Wilson to visit while he is in Europe. The claim comes from the Bertin Lokal Anzelger, cited by The Associated Press, though details and timing remain unclear.
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Repatriates Pass Through Allied Lines in Luxembourg
German releases exceed 1.5 million prisoners. about 250000 will move through American lines fed by U S and allied groups. Luxemberg hosts feeding efforts while transport limits strain supply routes as prisoners journey toward France and homeward.
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Germans Surrender 27 More Submarines to Allies
HARWICH England Wednesday Twenty seven German submarines were surrendered today to the Allies. This brings the total of German U boats turned over to 114. Captain Persius the German naval critic stated recently in the Berlin Tageblatt that there were only 118 submarines in the German navy last June.
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Pacific Fleet Augmented by Force From European Coast
Washington November 27 With the ebb of German sea power the main force of the US Navy may be split after the war emergency. Officials expect about half to move to a reorganized Pacific, with Vice Admiral Sims likely to be promoted to admiral as Admiral Knight retires next month. Rear Admiral Cleaves would command the cruising forces.
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German Councils To Meet December Sixteen
Berlin reports a convention of delegates from Soldiers and Workmen Councils across Germany has been summoned to meet in Berlin on December 16. The gathering aims to coordinate activities and discuss political matters amid wartime challenges.
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Admiral Kolchak Reported Killed in Siberia
Honolulu dispatch cites Nippo Jishi saying Japanese sources report Admiral Kolchak, Siberian dictator, assassinated at Omsk. No details provided. King George travels to France with the Prince of Wales and Prince Albert amid cheering crowds in London.
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