Hitchcock Defends League In War Or Peace Choice
Senator Hitchcock of Nebraska argues the choice is between war or a league of nations and warns against the spread of internationalism. He says opponents exaggerate sacrifices and asserts internationalism has come, urging adoption to avoid socialism and bolshevism spreading in the United States.
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Princess Pat Weds Commoner in Westminster Abbey Ceremony
London reports the royal wedding of Princess Jamcia of Connaught to Commander Alexander Ramsay in Westminster Abbey. The event, first royal match in 600 years between royalty and a commoner, drew global attention with packed crowds and guards from the Princess Pat regiment and HMS George V.
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Great Britain
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Laughing at Hard Times in British Industrial Congress
In London Feb 28 the industrial congress hall erupted in laughter after Alderman Ben Turner noted that many cannot buy coal or food while profits rise. He cited a woman with 79 nighties as a tangible example, prompting Prime Minister Lloyd George to join the amusement over Princess Pat and her trousseau.
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Two Officers Die in Moonshine Raid at Ider Alabama
In Chattanooga Tennessee on February twenty eight two officers were killed during a raid on a moonshine still near Ider on Sand Mountain. Chief of Police Little of Vert Payne and Deputy Sheriff Scott died instantly while Sheriff Andy Chitwell was wounded in arm and body. Three youths were jailed at Fort Payne Alabama, two of them wounded, as the desperate battle ended.
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Yank Flyer Killed in England During Flight Crash
London february 28 an American airman second lieutenant lee crossing was killed instantly when the plane nose dived and crashed into the hdingtonshire coast the fatal accident occurred during a training flight aboard the aircraft carrying one other crew member who survived
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Admiral Sims' Aid Dies in London
London report states Commander EB G Blankslee, aide to Admiral Sims, died in London from pneumonia on February 28. The death removes a longtime naval aide and ally of the admiral as wartime coordination continues.
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President Wilson refuses call for extraordinary session
Washington February 28 President Wilson reiterated he would not summon Congress in an extraordinary session until returning from France. He urged administration leaders to advise Republicans, who were believed to seek defeat of the Victory Liberty loan bill, to be responsible for its fate. The president stressed unity for the league of nations and warned against delaying peace by blocking the loan. Crowds welcomed him as he rode down Pennsylvania Avenue with a grand parade and aerial displays.
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Price holds on hogs until Wilson decision
Washington on February 28 reports that the current minimum hog price of $17.50 per hundred pounds remains in force until the President acts again. Director General Hines states railroads will stay under government control until a permanent legislative program is adopted.
Bolsheviki Still Fighting as Allies Seek New Russia Plan
Paris reports French delegate Tar dieu says Allies will not meet Bolshevik representatives at Prince's Island near Constantinople due to noncompliance with meeting conditions. Bolsheviks refuse to suspend hostilities, prompting Allies to consider a new method to restore order in Russia and to examine available means to implement it.
Senate approves Victory Liberty loan bill in brief session
Washington Keb February 28 The Victory Liberty loan bill passed by the house was turned favorably reported by the senate committee without changes. Republicans planned to offer amendments and oppose the war finance corporation funds.
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War hero a deserter at court martial
Private Cornelius Fiske, famed Sixth Marines veteran of Belleau Wood, Soissons, and Chateau-Thierry, is brought to New York on the transport President Grant charged with desertion from the Navy. He enlisted at sixteen, left Navy for action, and joined the Marines. Captain J F Cargan of his company to represent him.
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Troops Sail From France in Eleven Transports
Washington reports eleven transports sail from France carrying about 550 officers and 2000 men including the Machine Gun battalions and divisional troops from the 87th division. In New York the Wilhelmina Ulua and Caserta arrived with 4496 veterans and units from convalescent detachments and reliefs. Caserta carried the 63d coast artillery regiment and replacement units for demobilization camps.
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Beers Still In Chicago Breweries Contain 1.5 Million Barrels
Chicago on February 1 held 1,500,000 barrels of beer in brewery inventories per the internal revenue office final compilation. Each barrel holds 82 gallons and the government collects $6 per barrel despite the vast stock.
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Robbery at Oliver Building Stole $100,000 in Securities
Pittsburgh police investigated a nighttime burglary at the James B. Oliver estate office on the twenty second floor of the Oliver building. Thieves forced the door broke a safe and took Liberty bonds cash and other securities valued at about $100 000 before escaping unseen by watchmen.
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Yanks to Free 800 German Prisoners Near Tours
Eight hundred German prisoners from Alsace or Lorraine held at St Pierre de Corps near Tours are about to be released by American forces. They are the first German captives to be freed by the Allies.
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British workers press for state ownership after war
In London on February 28 the Industrial Congress backed by Prime Minister Lloyd George formed a 60 member inquiry commission to study unrest general industrial conditions unemployment and cooperation between capital and labor. Arthur Henderson led a demand for greater wealth share by organized workers who seek government ownership of mines railways interland and coastal transport and to become real partners in industry.
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Clemenceau Back On Job At Peace Conference
In Paris at the Quai dOrsay the pallid premier Georges Clemenceau reentered the peace talks unassisted while delegates expressed astonishment and felicitations at his apparent recovery. He participated briefly before leaving, declining help from others.
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