Rations Set for Germany as Allied Commission Acts
The allied commission fixed a monthly ration of 370,000 tons of foodstuffs for Germany after talks with German delegates on provisioning the mercantile fleet. Germans viewed the figure as small but accepted the conditions. Paris reports Britain plans separate preliminaries with the Central Powers before finalizing the peace treaty and League of Nations terms.
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Sixteenth annual Religious Education Association convention in Detroit
Detroit March 15 The sixteenth annual convention of the Religious Education Association of America will convene in Detroit for a three day session. The event promises to be the largest gathering of its kind in the United States with the theme reconstruction problems as they relate to education and religion. Participants include instructors clergy editors and others from across the United States and Canada.
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Purim Festival Traditions Recall Jewish Carnival Past
New York reports Purim begins at sunset with gifts to friends and the poor. Orthodox observances include Esther fast, synagogue reading, and baked Haman Tashen cakes symbolizing Haman’s hat and a weaver’s heart. Purim links to medieval masquerade and Purim plays.
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Life letter sparks confusion over changed mind
A reader expresses worry that a prior letter to Jack caused a misunderstanding about reversing a decision. The note notes emphasis on miscommunication and concern over the implied change of mind.
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Boundary between Poland and Germany to be discussed by council
In March 15 Ppris dispatches the council of ten with President Wilson set to discuss the Polish German boundary. The boundary commission and territorial panels nearly agree on the line, aiming to give Poland strategic points to block Bolshevism and shield Western Europe.
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Europe
Plenary council backs league of nations in peace treaty
A cablegram reported by Secretary Tumulty from President Wilson states the plenary council has positively decided that the league of nations will be part of the peace treaty.
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New York
League of Nations
Wilson
British German talks open on German exports at Rotterdam
London reports negotiations begun by British and German committees in Rotterdam regarding Germany export of potash timber and dyes according to a German government wireless.
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Subcommittee Reports On War Responsibility
Paris March 15. The sub-committee of the commission on responsibility for the war says a criminal prosecution of those who caused the conflict is anomalous and unnecessary but notes the peace conference remains engaged. The report emphasizes accountability without criminal charges.
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Paroles Granted to 12 Aliens Under Deportation Order
Secretary of Labor Wilson parole 12 aliens from a group of 54 sent to New York for deportation. Deportation orders affirmed in 19 cases. No reopening petition pending in 25 other cases.
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Washington
Secretary of Labor
Wilson
New York
West
Stockholders sue to test wartime prohibition act
In New York on March 15 a stockholders suit was filed in federal court against James Everard breweries. Joseph Everard seeks an injunction to prevent suspension of manufacturing May 1 and sales July 1 as required by federal statute.
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International conference on rehabilitation of disabled soldiers
New York announces completion of plans for a next week conference on restoring disabled soldiers to self support. The event is hosted by the Red Cross Institute for Crippled and Disabled Men with international representation from France Belgium and Italy.
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Red Cross Institute For Crippled and Disabled Men
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Italy
Maine Celebrates Statehood and Purim Festival
Maine marks its one hundredth year of statehood as Purim observances begin at sunset. Edward Payson Weston, famed pedestrian, is celebrated with a birthday event attended by U S Navy officers. Secretary Daniels will sail from New York to confer with Allied naval officials in Europe. Representatives from six leading eastern women colleges plan an intercollegiate debate on universal free trade and the League of Nations.
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All Canadian Jewish Congress delegates meet in Montreal
Delegates gather in Montreal for an All-Canadian Jewish Congress on the Second Sunday in September. Labor unions in New Jersey are invited to Newark to oppose nationwide prohibition enforcement. The Venezuelan Exposition opens in Caracas and runs through April 30.
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Machine Works Sparks Debate Over Special Devices
Officials consider creating special machinery to handle the issue described, weighing safety, cost, and practical deployment. The proposal hints at technical challenges and potential regulatory steps as stakeholders seek a workable solution.
Demobilization Figures Reported by War Department
Washington March 15 officers and men to be demobilized exceed 1,419,000 with 83,774 holding commissioned grades as announced by the War Department.
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War Department
Pershing Inspects American Troops on German Soil
General Pershing visits fighting divisions of the army of occupation and observes American doughboys on German soil. Troops express eagerness to return home but will stay as long as needed. News from London and Warsaw notes a sinking near Yssel Haven with nine drowned and 35 survivors, plus ongoing Polish front fighting and Bolshevik activity around Slonim.
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Army of Occupation
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Labedo Bank Seeks Clarification on Texas Operations
A terse notice from Labedo National Bank in Labedo Texas outlines requests for clarification of operations and compliance steps. The brief statement provides no dates or detailed actions, but signals ongoing regulatory or internal reviews.
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