Congressers Pass Three Big Acts Of 1920 Democrats
Washington reports three acts of national importance passed by Congress in 1920. The Transportation Act, the Merchant Marine Act, and the Water Power Act are highlighted as major domestic measures. The article notes the Senate’s rejection of the Versailles Treaty and discusses allied topics including Prohibition enforcement adjustments, army reorganization, and tax tariff plans ahead of Harding’s administration.
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Emerimency Fleet Corporation
Ipremec
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Americas
United States
White House
Water Power
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Act of Congress
Gillett
War Finance Corporation
Harding
Ways and Means Committee
Fordney
Michigan
Ways and Means
$1000 A Plate Hoover Dinner in New York
New York December 29 Hoover plans an elaborate supper at the Hotel Commodore with rough tables and army utensils for a charity dinner titled the dinner of the Invisible guests. Generals Pershing and Lane will host with Mr. Hoover to raise funds for European children relief. A child’s high chair will symbolize an invisible guest. The event aims to raise most of the $250,000 needed for the fund for this city. Capt Hall of the Third Precinct sprained his right wrist in a fall on the ice yesterday.
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New York
Hotel Commodore
Suerta
Herbert Hoover
John J. Pershing
Franklin K. Lane
Hoover
Scots Vote on Prohibition in Scotland Delayed
Scotland votes on the prohibition issue with 196 localities for no change 24 for licensing shift and 28 for abolition. American dry advocate Pussyfoot Johnson cites 292 saloons closed so far and predicts Britain may be bone-dry in ten years. Cambridge Union debated prohibition and voted 211 to 203. Toy makers use the idea for Christmas merchandise.
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London
Scotland
W. E. “Pussyfoot” Johnson
Bradford
Britain
Johnson
England
Ireland
Wales
Cambridge Union
University Society
Rich and durable rugs at a special price
Rich and durable $69 rugs are $45. Alexander Smith Axminster rugs offer beauty and strength with deep soft pile. Woven yarns promise wear and longevity, available in two sizes, 9 by 12 feet or 8 feet 3 inches by 10 feet, on the third floor.
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Alexander Smith
Axminster
Corset Sale Highlights Gossards at Special Prices
A local corset sale advertises Gossard corsets praised for fit and comfort with quick adjustable lacing. Various models with regular and sale prices listed, including No. 783, 574, 264, 241 and other Warner and Redfern options at reduced rates.
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Warner
Redfern
Athena underwear promises perfect fit for women
The text extols Athena undergarments as cut and tailored in correct shapes using scientific patterns for each size including full-figured women. It highlights a patented seat in union suits and tights, shoulder shaping to prevent slipping, and a range of medium weight items with prices from 85 cents to 3.75 dollars.
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Athena
Athena Union
Splendid shoes at remarkable saving in main floor sale
The ad touts women shoes with fine leather and smart fit in values from nine to fifteen dollars. It lists patent leather, kid, calfskin models with French or Cuban heels, military heels, and various tops, to be chosen at the main floor rear.
Worthy woolens display rich selection at special prices
A classified feature touts tricotine and serges in multiple weights and colors for dresses suits and skirts. Highlights include navy blue yard-wide wool serge at 1.75, storm serge 1.35, heavyweight serges 1.58, 54 inch pure wool 1.59, Quaker crepe 1.95, crepe poplin 3.25, broadcloth 3.50, and velvet and velour plaid fabrics from 2.50 to 4.00 with a call to inspect the full collection.
Children’s warm special loggins sale notice
Childrens fine warm special loggins offered at reduced prices. knitted from soft firm wool yarn for warmth. sizes 2 to 6 in white gray blue and rose. originally 2.50 to 4.50 now 1.95 to 2.75. Second floor.
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