Capitol Visit Stirs Lease and Water Power Debate
Senate leaders pledged quick action on key measures as discussions focused on the General Leasing and Water Power Bill. The White House and lawmakers prepared to press for railroads, education funding, and Puerto Rico legislation, with night sessions and committee assignments shaping a swift path forward. A western bloc warned no action on the leasing bill without Navy approval, signaling potential friction in the capital talks.
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Opposition to Phelan plan delays naval land relief measure
President expresses concern over the Phelan amendment to the leasing bill. He directs action to relieve private operators on lands within naval reserves while Secretary Daniele remains steadfast in opposition to the plan amid wartime anxieties and a call for water power and general leadings.
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Wilson Sends Address to Diplomats Abroad
President Wilson’s senate speech was forwarded to American diplomatic representatives in neutral and belligerent nations with orders to present the message to rulers of the world. The transmission aimed to secure attention to the president’s views amid growing war tensions. A German torpedo squadron seized the Dutch mail ship and took it to Zeebrugge on January 19.
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Protects Negro Daughter of Jailer Shields Mob in South Carolina
In Columbia South Carolina January 23 a mob gathered before Mamplon jail demanding David Richards a negro. The jailer J P Rawls's daughter armed with a pistol helped drive the crowd away until the man was removed. A white man near the scene weakened the mob by sparing Richards life. The negro was later severely beaten though not mortally. Meanwhile a Buenos Aires Buenos Aires report said the German cruiser Vineta had been sighted near Habla Blanca Argentina.
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Lawson Defendants Named in Leak Case Across Treasury Ties
The article ties Lawson associates to a leak scandal involving the Lhd Rules Committee and high finance figures. It names Thomas W. W.O Sid among prominent figures linked to the leak, with references to Secretary of the Treasury Adon and others on Wall Street as part of a broader network.
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Henry P. Fletcher Newest Photograph Released
United States envoy to Mexico Henry P. Fletcher has a new photograph published, highlighting his role and appearance as tensions or diplomacy with Mexico continue to unfold.
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Release of Catholic Clergymen Stirs U S Officials
Reported cable from Washington states Mexico’s Carranza government is pressuring for the release of the archbishop of Guadalajara and the bishop of Javatecne held by Carrancista agents. Resolutions were read at a bishops meeting in Albany urging action, and New York officials were informed to press the case.
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War Munitions Exports From United States Surge
Figures from the Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce show U S war munitions exports to the Allied nations since the war began approaching 1 billion dollars. Heaviest shipments occurred in November with totals near 800 million dollars in two years, including artillery and explosives valued at hundreds of millions and power equipment.
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Brokers Arrested in Alleged Slacking Scheme
A garbled report notes multiple arrests tied to an alleged slack scheme affecting county operations. It mentions persons including Pearen war and Reab, with unclear roles and events. The text references training and delivery duties, and a suspect named Tego connected to a bendsman tar incident.
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Direct Land Tax proposal and Alaska prohibition moves
Washington reports a 200 million direct land tax plan introduced by Representative Warren and Worta Bailey of Pennsylvania. The Senate’s territory committee backs three port provisions for prohibition in Alaska. In New York, testimony at the Burns trial discusses war contracts and letters tied to Morgan firm figures with German contact.
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ENLARGES POWER OF SECRETARY IN STATE BOARD
Columbus reports lawmakers debated expanding the secretary of agriculture’s power under a new bill. It would rename the post, raise salary to 4000 with travel, extend term to two years, and require a three member board with owner, farmer, and a third chosen by both. Nearby lies described as a reservoir project involving multiple counties to secure year round water via Cleveland plants. Sportsmen oppose a separate bill adding quail to a long bird list.
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Ohio blue sky act sustained by U S Supreme Court ruling
Canton and Columbus leaders react as the United States Supreme Court upholds the Ohio Blue Sky Act, allowing state regulators to pursue licenses for investment dealers. The Geiger Jones company and associates face action as the state plans enforcement, with attorneys signaling new license applications under the ruling.
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Probe Likely as Senators Target New York Cotton Exchange
Southern senators press anew on manipulation claims against the New York Cotton Exchange after a conference with Georgia South Carolina and Alabama delegations. The meeting followed complaints from farmers bankers and merchants about exchange practices and epican exhaust concerns.
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Ruth Law Will Attempt Flight Across Continent in Spring
Ruth Law plans a pioneering cross continental flight in the spring, aiming to test endurance, navigation, and aircraft capabilities. She seeks to advance women’s aviation and inspire broader participation in long distance air travel.
Taken by Teutons Two Hundred Thousand Roumanian Troops
Berlin reports nearly 200000 Romanian prisoners released from hiding in forests and villages as war continues in Roumania and surrounding fronts. Isolated attacks and counterattacks occur near Verdun and the Vosges mountains with no decisive gains. In Washington a U S Marine is killed and another wounded in action near the Parodgin sugar estate. Private G Th Olson and Corporal George Wilson are listed casualties from the Fifty-second company.
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Explosive disaster hits Vitie of fam. mass injuries and fire
A violent explosion at a Tombelon land site destroys a building and stock of Masur Marks Parny hire, causing large losses. Fire and collapse follow as workers flee, with multiple victims and investigators detailing rescue efforts and legal actions.
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Wilson Address Startles Senate and Nation
President Wilson outlined his foreign policy vision in a Senate address urging a World Peace league and a concert of power to safeguard lasting peace. He argued the United States must consider participation while preserving isolation and avoiding entangling alliances, prompting sharp Senate reactions and debate over the proposed path to international cooperation.
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Theater Tragedy in New York Audience Seated Man Dies
A man described as a believer in a dog pollveniga entered the theater in New York on January 1. He sat in seat 1266 as the performance began, suddenly collapsed and died instantly. The incident halted the theater with authorities beginning an investigation.
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Bethlehem Steel executives visit major silk thread makers
Bethlehem Steel executives including Wallinus El Cirey and Norbert Hu Muy telting presiding officers toured leading American steel manufacturers regarding new weaving and textile integration. The meeting covered expansion plans and potential fiber supply strategies amid industry shifts and wartime demands.
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