Secret caucus shows Townley wielding league power in North Dakota
A Geo. A. Benson report from Bismarck North Dakota dated January 25 describes a Nonpartisan League secret caucus in Patterson's hall. A. C. Townley and William Lemke dominate proceedings, steering bills through the legislature without reading or broad discussion. The piece portrays self determination as a mask for the leaders to push their program.
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Editors Begin Wadena Meet in Minnesota
Wadena Minn Jan 25 editors gather for Northern Minnesota Editorial association annual meeting discussing roads and ethics. George B Erickson Spoon River News presides. reports by A G Rutledge. afternoon program features C M Babcock on good roads and H B Jones on city country press cooperation.
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French War Cross Placed On Flag of 372nd Regiment
Brest January 25 The regiment 372nd of American infantry has been decorated with the French war cross. The unit was cited in an army order for brilliant conduct in action. The ceremony occurred as the flag of the regiment received the cross.
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Officials May Take Hand In Paris Strike
Paris January 26 The French government plans to requisition nearly all Paris transportation assets including the North and South Metropolitan subway system surface tram service and omnibus company as a general strike continues. Only a few trains ran on two main lines stopping at major stations.
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Tea at the Paris White House for Working Men and Women
The Friday tea in Paris hosted by President and Mrs. Wilson welcomed gendarmes, American troops, chauffeurs, and telephone girls, aiming to show working people they were part of the official family. Guards and staff poured tea as guests met in the French palace drawing room, praising the democratic gesture.
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Hearings in Ford libel case to be opened Monday
Detroit Jan 26 hearings in a libel action brought by the Chicago Daily Tribune against Henry Ford will begin Monday in circuit court. Attorneys anticipate three to two days of argument on motions for change of venue and other preliminary rulings. Trial date set for February 1.
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Lemke predicts fast finish for legislature by Feb 10
Wm Lemke director of the Nonpartisan League program in Bismarck says the legislature should finish by February 10 with thirteen days left to pass a seven million dollar state utilities program funded by bonds. He notes tax changes shifting burden to land and income and criticizes inaction on administrative bills. A new public utilities bill modeled after Wisconsin and Minnesota laws will be introduced along with rural bank power plans and fire insurance rate reforms.
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Negro Soldiers Stir German Troops on Occupation Front
A fragment describes German troops fearing African American soldiers of the American Army of Occupation. Rewards were said to be offered to deter or encourage actions during frontline scouting. The text mentions a French African soldier as a capture target amid caution and tension.
Archangel Situation Under Allied Control Says March
General March reports Archangel sector holding despite attacks by Boltheriith forces. Inter Allied commander says troops maintain positions while American forces fall back to safer routes. Evacuation and patrol activity continue as Allied high command coordinates reinforcements if needed.
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British Wireless Service Fails at Reval Bombardment
Reports from London state Bolshevist attempts to bombard Reval the capital of Estonia from the sea ended in complete failure with every vessel in the fleet sunk. The broadcasts describe ten bombardments as unsuccessful and note heavy losses for the attackers. The article cites wireless service sources in the British capital.
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Manitoba Attorney General Stricken With Paralysis
Winnipeg Jan 25 The attorney general of Manitoba Thomas Johnson is seriously ill after a paralytic attack last night and remains in critical condition.
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Less Than 50 Enemy Alien Women Held
Washington reports fewer than fifty enemy alien women interned during the war. Most are being moved to Fort Oglethorpe Georgia with instructions to treat them with courtesy. Previously confined in various institutions nationwide none have been jailed. The weather section notes colder tonight in southeast North Dakota with warmer Sunday in the northeast.
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Ex Kaiser Plans Return to Germany After Constitution
A fragmented clipping suggests the ex Kaiser and a associate named Wis Canily anticipate a homeward move to Germany once the nation adopts a legal constitution. The report hints at imminent travel following political developments.
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Absence of Americans Noted at Swiss Socialist Conference
In Berne on Friday January 24 the absence of American representatives at the international Socialist and labor conference drew comment. Camille Huysmans condemned Washington for passport restrictions, while disputing the status of Walling and Russell as American Socialists. Delegations listed include Britain, France, Russia, Germany, and many others. travel and passport issues cloud Australia, New Zealand, Serbia, South Africa, and Romania. Russia will be represented by Axelrod, Bienstock, Thoupar. Denmark by Nielson, Riefer, Bramshaen. Holland by Troelatra and Wibault. Greece by Courial and Karamosis. Germany by Mueller, Wels, Molkenbuhr. Bulgaria by Sakovoff. others noted lingering uncertainties.
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Can't Abandon a Single Point Says Senator
New York January 25 Senator James Hamilton Lewis of Illinois urged in a Lawyers Club speech that the United States must uphold all 14 Wilsonian points including the league of nations. He warned Germany could refuse armistice terms and Allied trust could break if any term is dropped.
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Telegraphic briefs from War
Washington reports forty eight officers of the American service to wear the Italian service ribbon. The War Department announced. Washington also notes railroad admin seeks additional funds. New York cites Dr. Kirchway on federal employment. Boston references a new foreign sabater. Chicago mentions Jess Wilked and tax policy. Tooele and Aimer appear in brief items.
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British Plan For Nations League Revealed
Reports from U S papers outline a proposed British plan to form a national league and a peace conference outline. The document suggests a European leader will open debate and a supreme war council may see ideas reduced to form for presentation before the president departs for the United States.
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