Mondell urges large cuts in federal appropriations
Republican Leader Mondell told the House that government expenses must be reduced this year and proposed trimming appropriations from 4.5 billion to 3.0 billion dollars. He opposed deep war-debt cuts, argued Victory notes cannot be paid without tax increases, and outlined a program targeting army navy and sundry civil cuts.
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Unemployment in Britain Reaches High Levels in Winter
The Associated Press reports Britain faces a serious unemployment problem as winter tightens. About 600000 workers, including clerks and middle-class people, are out of work. labor circles estimate up to one million unemployed with dependents bringing affected persons to three or four million, many former soldiers.
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London
Great Britain
Steel men ejected from trust hearing in New York
In New York on December 16, W. W. Corlett of United States Steel and a United States Steel official were ejected from a legislative committee hearing on building trusts. Senator Kaplan interrupted to say they were prompting witnesses as a letter suggesting collusion between United States Steel and the National Erectors Association was introduced into evidence.
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New York
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Tt Davis
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Building Trust
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National Erectors Association
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Belgrade Cabinet Resigns Under Vesnitch Leader
Belgrade reports the cabinet led by Dr. Vesnitch resigned today after a government turnover. The resignation comes as political shifts ripple through the capital.
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Denver to Seize Casper Wool Plant in Move to Denver
Denver capitalists taking over the United States Wool Company plant in Casper plan to dismantle and move the Western scouring plant to Denver citing lower wage and operating costs there. Casper stockholders, owning about 70000 dollars of stock, pledge to fight the removal as the plant has long supported Casper’s industry and employment. The dispute will be reviewed by the Casper Chamber of Commerce as wool shipments to Philadelphia and an eastern plant come under construction.
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Conference on world peace plans in Harding era
President elect Warren G. Harding considers calling a new peace conference in the United States to revise the League covenant or form a new international body. The event would likely be held in Washington with Europe drafting the treaty and the U S shaping a new system. Governor Coolidge to confer with Harding as vice presidential partnership begins.
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Bandits Loot Hawley Bank and Escape with Cash Bonds
Hawley, Tex. December 16. Police hunt two robbers who forced the safe at the First State Bank and escaped with 1200 dollars in cash and 2000 dollars in Liberty bonds. The incident occurred in Abilene area and is under active investigation by authorities.
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Associated Press
Abilene, Tex
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Hawley
Prize Offered for Courtesy Claimed After Four Hours
A Chicago reporter rode elevated and surface cars for four hours with $50 offered to the first man who gave up his seat to his elderly companion carrying a market basket. Late in the afternoon William H. Riley, an insurance salesman, qualified for the award.
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Chicago
William H. Riley
Senate Passes Poindexter Rail Bill Amid Strikes
The Senate today passed the Poindexter rail bill despite ongoing rail strikes and disruptions. The measure aims to regulate labor actions and ensure service continuity nationwide.
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United Press
Doe
Senate Today
Poindexter
Red Cross Workers Molested in Smyrna Report
United Press dispatches say American Red Cross workers in Smyrna were molested during the Ionic occupation as allied troops arrived. The report notes no details but suggests interference with interstate commerce and parallels to labor action fears.
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New Plans Evolve to Meet Tactics of Land Board
Casper faces a housing crisis as westward growth stalls. Arrangements with the Northwestern railroad reportedly create an east side commuter service from refineries to Strated station with four round trips daily at 16 cents each. Water sewer paving extensions push a new residential district open to workers, reducing dependence on west side land deals. Secret committees of prominent citizens are preparing formal plans expected soon.
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State Board of School Land Commissioners
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Yellowstone Highway
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Dodge Runabout Collides With Lamp Post at Weber Corner
A Dodge runabout crashed into a new lamp post at Second and Center streets around 1:30 PM. An bystander suffered a minor injury but was not hospitalized. Glass scattered across the street as the post was broken and the fender of the car bent. cause cited includes avoidance of a truck or driver confusion.
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No Evidence of Christmas Mail Report
Washington reports little change in Christmas mail volume as the post office department notes steady handling of letters and packages. Officials express concern over potential delays and emphasize efficiency during the holiday period.
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Postoffice Department
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U S Ambassador Snubs German Envoy at Paris Dinner
Hugh C. Wallace American ambassador refused to meet Wilhelm Mayer von Kaufbeuren at a Paris diplomatic corps dinner because the United States remains technically at war with Germany. Wallace and Mrs. Wallace were honored guests at the Perez chamber of deputies event.
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Paris
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Wilhelm Mayer von Kaufbeuren
United States
Germany
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Chamber of Deputies
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Revolt Leaders’ Sentences Upheld by U S Court
In Chicago on December 16 the U S court of appeals upheld three year sentences for Heramba Lal Gupta George Paul Boehm Albert A Wehde and Gustav H Jacobson. They were convicted of fomenting a revolution in India and organizing a military expedition against England.
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Chicago
United States Court of Appeals Today
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George Paul Boehm
Albert A. Wehde
Gustav H. Jacobson
India
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Greek cruiser ferries former king to Athens
From Venice the Greek cruiser Averoff carries former King Constantine Queen Sophia and their children to Phaleron this morning after a long exile. The delegation sails under guard with officials confirming the move amid ongoing political tension in Greece.
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Rail strike in Mexico averted after talks
Mexico City December 16 The general strike of railway telegraphers and station agents called yesterday has been averted. Several demands by the men were crafted and others will be submitted to arbitration.
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Tax income due totaling millions from 4th installment
Washington report states about 656,000,000 should be in government hands as the fourth installment of taxes on incomes and earnings from the previous year. Collections from corporations and wealthy individuals exceed 600,000,000 in estimated totals.
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United Press
Washington
Pew'Uert
Draft Evaders Not Prosecuted Soldiers State
Washington Dec 16 The War Department will take no action to prosecute draft evaders and deserters. Service men's groups filed a bill with the House Judiciary Committee to extend the statute of limitations for prosecuting Selective Service violators from three to six years.
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House Judiciary Committee
Bottom Drops Out Coal Market in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh public schools, closed weeks ago for coal supply reasons at eight dollars a ton, now store coal at six fifty. A wholesaler emptied 1,400 tons due to railroad demurrage, prompting the superintendent of supplies to name his own price.
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Booze and auto thieves caught near Casper
Deputy Miller seized a ten gallon liquor shipment and a car in Newcastle. Ed Leroy and Art Curtis pulled the theft, while Deputy Hibbard intercepted the stolen vehicle on the Yellow Stone Highway and escorted it to Casper. Leroy is believed to live in Newcastle as authorities plan return.
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Four Nations Join League in Geneva Assembly
The League admitted Bulgaria through voting despite opposition from France and Austria. Austria was added to the league on Wednesday, bringing the total to forty six nations. Armenia Kethonia Lithuania and Letvia were rejected, while Aaland dispute and Luxembourg were discussed as existing members upheld.
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British Labor Opens Drive for Peace in Emerald Isle
London December 16 British Labour has begun an offensive for peace in Ireland after the Labour executive named a deputy to confer with Lloyd George. The party believes the time is ripe for peace negotiations despite ongoing violence.
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