Independence in Philippines centers on American promises
A Filipino observer argues that 10.5 million Filipinos favor independence and credit the United States for past aid and education. He praises the Jones law as a covenant and urges prompt U S withdrawal to fulfill sovereignty. He warns opponents push sensational claims to deter US policy and stresses a future Philippine Republic as a model democracy.
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Mount Mayon Declared One of World's Most Beautiful Volcanoes
The Philippine Peak Mount Mayon in Albay province is praised for its near perfect cone and striking surroundings. Standing 7,043 feet high, it is visible for over 60 miles and is encircled by a scenic 120 mile road. Its history includes deadly eruptions, notably 1814 with 1,200 fatalities, and a revived activity in 1900 that sent lava to the sea.
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First Session of League of Nations Assembly Closes
The first session of the League of Nations Assembly closed Saturday amid farewell speeches. Paul Hymans and Dr Giuseppe Motta praised the assembly as a living organism and a success. Delegates felt the assembly achieved much, with some pet projects failing. Austria Bulgaria Luxembourg Albania Costa Rica and Finland attended but did not participate fully due to credential delays.
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Broad World News Briefs From 1920s Ledger
Approximately 600,000 students attend American colleges and universities. Independence Kansas is under control of state guardsmen and a machine gun unit after a race riot. Wholesale prices fell to wartime lows per Labor Department figures. A bill would ban immigration for five years in the Senate. ROTC camps will run six weeks next summer beginning mid June. Joseph Tumulty declined the chief justice offer from President Wilson. President Wilson’s purchase of Henry P Fairbanks’s Washington home announced. Constantine returns to Athens and resumes former status after allied action. Irish hostages to be moved with crown forces after December 20. Christmas immigration surge brings about 12 000 passengers on eight transatlantic ships.
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World War Aviator Pat O'Brien Found Dead in Los Angeles
Lieutenant Pat O'Brien, famed world war aviator, was found dead in a downtown Los Angeles room. Detectives say the case involves suicide, with authorities treating it as a fatal incident tied to report of a possible cause.
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