Navy Bill Passed as Congress Votes 300 Million
Washington report notes Congress focused on naval defenses. The House approved a 300 million dollar supply bill for already authorized activities, while a Senate naval committee bill would add 101.4 million for extra construction. Also discussed were aircraft carrier costs and new ships with emphasis on funding upgrades to battleship guns and naval aviation, as well as Britain’s views on gun elevation.
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Washington
Congress
House
Fred Britten
Rep
Ill
Naval Committee
Senate
King
Denn
Utah
Navy Department
United States
White House
State Department
Great Britain
Sritten
Lexington
Saratoga
Florida
Arkansas
Wyoming
Pennsylvania
Arizona
Oklahoma
Nevada
New York
Texas
Mississippi
Idaho
New Mexico
Britten
Gagland
Satan
T Perenally
Coolidge Sets Oil Supply Board to Study Safeguards
President Coolidge named a board of secretaries from war navy interior and commerce to study government oil responsibilities and to propose safeguards against future shortages amid rising industrial and defense demands. The naval oil commission remains chaired by Admiral Hilary P. Jones with George Otis Smith and R. D. Bush contributing from geological and mining bureaus.
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Coolidge
U S
Washington
Oil, Conservatism Board
Secretaries of War, Navy, Interior and Commerce
Naval Oil Commission
Quolidge
Oif
George Otis. Smith
Geological Survey
R. D.bush
California‘ Bureau of Minas
Treasury and Post Office Bill Seeks 762 Million Total
The House Appropriations Committee reported the largest peacetime supply bill to Congress, totaling about 762 million dollars for Treasury and Post Office activities in the coming year. The appropriation includes 125.8 million for the Treasury and 636.3 million for the Post Office, with 82.25 million planned for rural delivery and 28.8 thousand for pneumatic tube systems.
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Post Office
Washington
Congress
Treasury
House Appropriations
The
Tha’ ‘Post
Office Department
Murderer Who Killed 26 Sentenced to Death in Germany
Fritz Haap jpann, termed a wholesale murderer, was condemned to death in Hanover for slaying 26 people. The sentence also ordered the execution of accomplice Hans Marans.
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Hanover
Germany
Fritz
Haapjpann
Hans ‘Marans
Maray Brite Haartmann
Plague Fund Senate Approves Containment Aid
Senate approves authorizing appropriation for disease control amid debates on eradicating pestilence and protecting public health. Authorities outline funding for prevention, research, and response to emerging threats. Leaders frame action as urgent to curb spread and safeguard farms and communities.
Fragmentary note on local government change
Readable fragments indicate a shift in municipal control with a new administration installed after a prior leader was deposed by a local incat legislature and order. The text mentions instability and a changeover in authority within the city government.
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Oyder
Hughes Hails New Envoy From Japan
Washington reports Secretary Hughes issued a statement welcoming Tameo Matsudaira as Japan's ambassador to Washington. He praised Matsudaira and his wife, noting his distinguished diplomacy and famous family background. The message framed a new era of cordial U S Japan relations and dismissed fears of strained ties.
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Washington
Japan
America
Hughes
Tameo Matsudaira
Tokyo
Sam
Matsudaira
Congressm Julius Kahn Dies in California
Congressm Julius Kahn of California dies after extended illness in San Francisco at age sixty three. He had served 24 years in Congress and chaired the House Military Affairs Committee. Washington notes the chairmanship vacancy likely to be filled by Rep Morin of Pennsylvania.
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Julius Kahn
California
San Francisco
Congress
House
Washington
Kuhn
Morin
Pennsylvania
Governor Elect Bingham Elected U S Senator
New Haven Connecticut reports Col Hiram Bingham lieutenant governor and governor elect won the United States Senate seat to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Senator Frank Brandegee. The election occurring before his sworn-in status as governor is described as unprecedented in state history.
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Bingham
U. S
New Haven
Conn
Hiram Bingham
Connectcut
United States
Frank B. Brandegee
Three Miners Die Two Hart Injured In Coast Explosion
A Pacific Coast Coal company mine near Burnett Tacoma Washington suffered a deadly explosion. Three miners are confirmed dead and two injured with three unaccounted for, according to a report from N. B. Moore, company president.
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Hart
Tacoma
Wash
Pacific Coast Coal Company
Burnett
Here
N. DB. Moore
Cold Wave Sparks Citywide Fire Havoc in New York
A severe cold spell in New York City triggers ninety six fires across the metropolis. Hundreds lose homes as property damage surpasses one million dollars, with crews battling blazes amid icy conditions and frigid winds.
Debate on Federal Education Department Formed
A proposal creating a federal department of education will be debated at the annual meeting of the Association of American Colleges and Allied Agencies in Chicago from January 5 to 10. The discussion centers on federal oversight of education and its national impact.
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New York
Department of Education
The
Association of American Colleges and Allied Agencies of
Chicago
Tuskegee Gift Tied to Matching Funds
The General Education Board pledged 2 million dollars to Tuskegee Institute, contingent on the institution raising an additional 1 million dollars. The arrangement seeks to leverage private giving to support the school.
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Tuskegee
York
General Eduction Board
Tuskegee Instituce
Landis Keeps Baseball Chief After League Vote
Landis remains as baseball chief after seven American League owners supported a resolution at a joint meeting with the National League. Frank Navin was named AL representative to meet Landis and Heydler, signaling a stand against pressure to remove Landis. Johnson’s authority was reaffirmed as the major leagues seek to preserve control and gatekeeper stability in the sport.
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Chicago
Kenesawa Mountain Landis
United States
Oioners
Bly
Bun B. Johnson
Ball Johnson
American League
Phill
Ball
St. Louis Browns
Frank J. Navin
Detroit
Nct
Landis
Heydler
National League
Johnson
New York Giants
Mrs Osborne Wood to Start Suit for Divorce
Mrs Osborne Wood confirms plans to file for divorce from Osborne Wood son of Gen Leonard Wood. She says they have been separated for months and declines to discuss grounds. Reports of his wealth losses and market successes are mentioned but not confirmed by her.
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Osborne Wood
New York
Leonard Wood
Wood
Wilmington
Del
Fan
Wall Street
William Green Elected President of A F of L New York
William Green of the minera was elected president of the American Federation of Labor by the executive council. He will serve until next convention ten months hence. James H Noonan, president of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, was named eighth vice president to fill the vacancy. Duncan, the first vice president, resigned after Green's election. Duncan cited seniority and long service as reasons for his entitlement.
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William Green
A. F
L. New York
Minera
American Federation of Labor
James H. Noonan
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
Green
James Duncan
Frst
Samanel Gompers
Duncan
House Votes for Navy Strength of 86000 Men
Washington provision for the navy appropriation bill to maintain a naval force of 86 000 enlisted personnel was approved by the house.
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House
Washington
Navy
Gems and Jewelry Stolen Worth Seven Thousand, Police Report
Rob H C Witwer of Los Angeles reports jewelry valued at 7000 dollars was stolen after entry by thieves. police record notes the loss and the alleged involvement of the author Witwer in the incident.
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Rob H. C. Witwer
Los Angeles
Cal
Cc. Witwer
Vanderlip Ill With Typhoid At Home In Scarborough
Frank A. Vanderlip, noted financier, is ill with typhoid fever at his Scarborough, New York home. The report notes he is confined to his residence while receiving care.
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Frank A. Vanderlip
New York
Scarborough
N. x
Builders to Demand $1.50 Chicago Wage Increase
Chicago building trades plan a concerted push early next spring to place the wage series of all trades at a $1.50 per rate. The move aims to standardize pay across construction sectors in Chicago.
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Chicago
Bandits Burn Town in Fort Worth Valley View Bank Heist
Bandits set fire to the town of Valley View after wrecking a state and national bank and stealing two safes from the institutions. The loot amount is unknown.
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Fort Worth
Texas
Valley View
U S Government Market Quotations, Week Ending December 13
Washington reports weekly government market quotes for fruits vegetables live stock hay dairy and grain. items include New York sacked potatoes at 1.19 to 1.25 per 100 pounds shipping points 70 7t50 in consuming centers and varied prices across the Midwest for cabbage fruit and feedstuffs with hogs cattle veal and lamb values and wholesale cheese and butter prices.
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Washington
New York
Lipton
Rochester
Rhode Island
Middle West
Kenosha
Wis
Chicago
Kansas City
Chi- Cao
Minneapolis
St. Louis
St Louis
Samuel Gomper s Laid to Rest at Tarrytown N Y
Samuel Gomper s laid to rest in Sleepy Hollow cemetery Tarrytown after services at the Elis club Thousands attended the services at the grave were conducted by St Cecile Masonic lodge of New York City The Elis club ceremonies were led by Rabbi Stephen Wise and James Dunedin senior vice president AFL The Elks ritual was observed
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New York
Samuel Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Sleepy Hollow
Tarrytown
Elis' Club
St. Cecile
Bribery Warrant Served on Atlanta Prison Ex-Warden
Sartain former warden at the federal penitentiary and deputy warden L J Fletcher were served with warrants charging receipt of bribes. Details not public pending formal service. charges believed to rest on statements by a prisoner at the penitentiary.
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Atlanta
Sartain
Federal Penitentiary
L. J. Fletcher
Rockefeller Delays Florida Trip Due to Illness
New York reports John D. Rockefeller Jr has a slight cold and cancels plans to depart for his winter home at Ormond Beach Briley, delaying travel to Florida. The brief note confirms the postponement and provides no further details.
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Rockefeller
Florida
New York
John D. Ttockefeller
Ormond Beach
Briley
Harding's Sister Weds Marion Real Estate Dealer
Abigail Victoria Harding heiress to Warren G. Harding and Ralph T. Lewis, a Marion real estate dealer, wed in Marion. The couple will spend the winter in Bermuda.
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Harding
Marion
Ohio
Misa Abigail Victoria Harding
Waren G. Harding
Ralph T. Lewis
Bermuda
Cold snap hits Canada with 62 below in Red Deer
A brutal Arctic chill swept across Canada as Red Deer Alberta recorded temperatures plummeting to 62 degrees below zero. Reports indicate similarly frigid conditions in Saskatoon and surrounding areas as officials warn residents to stay indoors and conserve heat.
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Canada
Saskatoon
Sask
Red Deer
Alta
Iowa News Roundup Highlights Growth and Bets on Roads
Iowa's year features large farm gains. J. J. Wilson of Pella sells a six foot hog to Barnum Bailey for 100 dollars. Prohibitionists urge enforcement over new laws. Education gains noted with consolidated schools 19.6 percent more efficient. Coal vein strike boosts mining values in a village. Iowa Legion seeks stronger 1925 claims at Ft Madison. Livestock coop shipping plans discussed in Des Moines. Junior club members to Iowa State College for a special short course during Christmas break. State shows offer $2,000 cash and many cups for best exhibits in corn and hay. Vaccination drive targets smallpox with 16,030 Iowa vaccines since Dec 1. Guard expansion adds nine new units and 600 men. Road-building push favored by agriculture and legislature. Iowa farm product value estimated at $6570 million, up 11 percent from 1923. Corn crop 204,762,000 bushels, price gains offset smaller yield. Wright County cow testing yields 183,831 pounds milk and 5,900 pounds butterfat. Iowa's 1924 corn acreage reaches new highs.
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J. J. Wilson
Pella
Barnum-Bailey Circus Company
Iowa
Prohibitionista
Towa
A. Consolidated School
George R. Kellogg
Story County
American Legion
Ft. Madison
Iowa Coperative Livestock Shippers
Corn Belt, Meat Producers Association
Des Moines
Iowa State College
State Department of Health
Adj
Louis G. Lasher
Congress
Kendall
Ithe
Overnor
Charles D. Reed
Iowa Weather and Crop Bureau
Reed Gard
Wright County
Waa
Iin
Charles’ D. ‘Reed Gaya
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A. J. Ochsner
Atben J. Qelsner
American Surgical Association
Baltimore
George W. Cilie
Cleveland
New York City
Ban Johnson
Ahmed Zulficar
Ziwar Pasha
Charleston
B. B. Jackson
Roosevelt Grigsby
Gil
Samuel Gompe
Tarrytown, N.Y
Hawkeye
State News
Gizar
Coece
Reid, Murdoch & Co
Green Bay, Bay
Charley
Dickens
Oliver Pike
Muat
Dr. Thompson
Haarlem
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