German Revolution A Mystery and the Versailles Treaty
The article surveys German upheaval in Berlin, the collapse of a strike, and the danger of Bolshevism as Ebert stabilizes the republic. It also analyzes the Versailles treaty defeat in the U.S. Senate and the fate of Germany’s leadership amid political maneuvering and international tensions. It notes Russia, France, and England watching developments as Germany teeters between chaos and order.
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Germany
Kapp
Luettwits
Berlin
Enn
A. Inetier
Giret
Tim
Monke
Wodne
France
England
Ludendorff
Moscow
Lenine
Troteky
Petities
Ebert
Hindenburg
Ludendorf
Kultr
Har- Kenktinker
Frankenstein
Europe
Saxony
Ebert 1
Fleeing American Indicted Man Captured in Finland
John Meed, indicted in Chicago on sedition charges, was arrested aboard a Finnish steamer bound for Sweden after trying to flee to avoid trial. He claimed to be Casgormitch, but authorities confirmed his American identity and seized letters, propaganda, and a compass. If convicted, he faces up to 10 years in prison. deportation to the United States was sought.
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John Meed
America
Bedition
Sweden
Casgormitch
Rienla
Reed
Chicago
Finland
Sinté
Lloyd Hoth
Hare-like creature in Africa tied to local legends and natural history
The article describes a nocturnal hare or hare mimic observed in the Bahr el Ghazal region with unusual feeding habits and a local name akin to a rabbit. Natives claim it is the work of mischievous spirits, while naturalists note its night routines and rocky habitats. It also briefly touches on Irish navigators and medieval trade links with Ireland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iceland
Ireland
Mediterranean
Berlin Under Ebert Regime After Kapp Uprising
Berlin reports the Ebert government regaining control as Vice Chancellor Schiffer and Defense Minister Noske work to restore order. Regular troops guard streets amid barricade clearance, while shootings occur at touchpoints with rioters. In Leipzig, Americans petition for departure as unrest persists. Kapp reportedly died by suicide.
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Berlin
Ebert
Schiffer
Wolfgang Kapp
Gustav Noske
Ber- UN
Kottbuser
Baitte
Beri
Wilelmstrasse
Unter den Linden
Bran- Cenburgente
Geneva
Bauer
Ludendorff
Shettwitz
Hamburg
Coblenz
Lelpsic
Allen
American Army of Occupation
Leipsie
Ught
United States
German Railway Commission
Rhinel and Provinces
Coblepz
London
Exchange Telegraph Company
Amsterdam
Ber UN
Imperial Court
Kay Genital Yoo Lnsticht
Gottes Ven Jagow
Admiral Trothn
Erhart
von Luettwitz
U S Protests Allies Ruling on German Property Rights
The State Department condemned reparations commission rulings permitting sale of German property in neutral countries to satisfy indemnity payments. Under Secretary Polk told Senator Henderson a further protest was prepared, noting the construction could undermine U S trade. The department seeks to monitor decisions before the commission while lacking treaty ratification. Grand Duchess Olga of Russia is later reported living in a box car near Novorossiysk.
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Washington
Polk
State Department
Henderson
Nevada
Germany
Mr. Polk
Great Britain
South America
Reparations Commission
Reparaton Commission
United States
Olga
Nicholas
Russia
Red Cross
Novorossiysk
Army approves large peace time fund in quick session
Washington reports the House passed a 190 million dollar army appropriation with 246 to 92 votes. The measure now goes to the Senate for approval as republican leaders push rapid action. The article lists related military and governance notes and other international items from the era.
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Russia
American Red Cross
New York
Washington
Prohibition
Roslyn
Henry Duchess
Exenia
London
House of Representatives
Bradley
West Forty-ninth Street
Romanoff
Empress
Co 1
Senate
Senate backs Ireland self determination clause in peace treaty
After an all day debate the senate adopted a reservation to the peace treaty with Germany affirming Ireland's right to self determination and possible future membership in the League of Nations. The vote stood 45 to 88 amid opposition led by Lodge who called the assertion hypocritical.
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By & F. Clipson
League of Nethune
Eadh
Repculicans
Ameet
Spencer
Democrats Sree
Hagens
Tremmel
Walsh
Prasen
Limterrenind
Marrioce
Sweprard
McCumber
Fall
Ney
Boteen
Mardin
Penress
Senate
Kner
Washington
Ireland
Germany
United States
League of Nations
Reed
Europe
Gerry
Rhode Island
Hitchcock
Nebraska
Lodge
Massachusetts
Indictments Against Charleston Mine Union Leaders
Raleigh County grand jury returned perjury charges against J. R. Gilmore president of district No. 29 UMWA and nine other officials. Indictments relate to the Tony Stafford trial about the Glen White shooting two years ago in which Gilmore testified.
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Charleston
W. Va
Blizzard Toll Hits Five Dead In Two Day North Dakota Storm
A two day blizzard sweeping North Dakota caused five deaths and extensive property damage, marking the worst storm in over 30 years. The report notes thousands of dollars in losses as residents cope with city and rural disruption and cleanup efforts.
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Bismarck
N. D
Louisiana Candidate Sanders Seeks U S Senate Seat
J. X. Sanders of Louisiana moves toward a senate bid with a broad base of about 75,000 voters. He has climbed through political steps and aims for a direct personal connection with voters as his path to the United States Senate.
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X. Sanders
Lousiana
United States Senate
United States Chamber to Host Eight Annual Meeting in Atlantic City
The Chamber of Commerce of the United States announces its eighth annual Increased-production convention for April 27 to 29 in Atlantic City. Topics cover government role in production anti-trust, taxation, farm output, and labor relations with speakers from Agriculture, AF of L, and business leaders.
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Washington
Chamber of Commerce of the
United States
Atlantic City
Meredith
American Federation of Labor
Assassination of Cork Lord Mayor by masked gunmen
In Cork the lord mayor Thomas MacGurin was shot dead at his home by masked assailants who entered, restrained Mrs MacGurin, and fled by automobile. The mayor, a Sinn Fein figure, had been arrested during prior rebel actions and was later interred after the Easter uprising.
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London
Cork
Thomas MacGurin
MacGuinn
Sinn Felnér
Wealthy In Illinois Grow Big Incomes In 1920 Census
Chicago reports more than 731 residents in the district earning 1 000 000 dollars or more in 1920. The rise marks the largest income increase in the district and surpasses other regions.
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Chicago
Department of Internal Revenue
Peoria
Beginner's Luck Draws Stranger to a Quiet Win
The text shows a casual poker scene where a stranger claims winnings as beginners luck. Plure Pete comments on the money gained since learning draw poker and Three, Finger Sat contemplates shifting entertainment away from the current pastime to something different.
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Plure Pete
Finger
Promises and Pitfalls of Popular Medicines in Ads
An illustrated critique of quack medicine claims highlights Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root and other remedies. It warns that products fail when promises aren t fulfilled and notes testimonials from users and druggists. Also mentions worm expulsion products and poultry advertisements.
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Kilmer
California Fig Syrup Ad Turns Laxative Slogan
An old fashioned advertisement touts California Fig Syrup as a safe laxative for children with a fruity taste and dosing directions on the bottle. It urges mothers to insist on the California name for the best remedy. The text imitates a humorous exchange about a doctor and a fatulency diagnosis in a Louisville newspaper spoof.
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California
Recipe for gray hair and pimples from old magazine bits
The fragment mixes home hair darkening instructions with Cuticura skin care advice. It mentions a gray hair remedy using water, a small box, and a scalp treatment, then promotes Cuticura Ointment Soap and Talcum for pimples and blackheads. A stray cartoon line hints at a conundrum involving a whale.
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Andy
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Ohio
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Evert
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Minnesota
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Johnson
Lowden
Corier
Wilson
Herbert Hoover
South Dakota
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McAdoo
Gener
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Turkey
Constantinople
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War Office
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High Commission
Mexico
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Milleranil
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Grand Duchess
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Explorer
Canada
Ottawa
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Ansson
Arctic Explorer
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Eeasion
U. K
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Senate Committee On Foreign Relations
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Union Cement
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Okla
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Supreme Court
Treasury
Rome
Philip Andrews
Victor Emmanuel
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Hunt Hammond
Ind
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Kiel
Amond
Buffalo
N. Y
J. C. Palmer
Eckernfoerde
Albuquerque
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Arthur Simms
J. Beers
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
Swan Creek
Lister
Lay
Zurich
John H. Wise
Hawaii
Congress
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Crane
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Charles R. Crane
China
Dili
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J. ¥. Sanders
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United States Commerce Body
Illinois
Chamber ‘of Deputies
William Jennings Bryan
Aldine Club
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Wisconsin
Judiciary Committee
Census Bureau
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Paris
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Senator Bankhead
Deng Steran
Louisville Courier-Journal
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Cartoons Magazine
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Lewter M. Garber
Timberville
Sc. X
Barrett
Carriente
Freckles
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