Democrats Without Leader Tie at Nineteen Nineteen
The report notes a deadlock with both sides at nineteen apiece as Democrats struggle to appoint a leader. No further context is provided in the fragment.
16 Jan 1920
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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Tribune
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1920
Page
1
The report notes a deadlock with both sides at nineteen apiece as Democrats struggle to appoint a leader. No further context is provided in the fragment.
Washington reports a bi partisan round table of four Republicans and five Democrats opened formal negotiations on reservations to the peace treaty. No agreement reached after two hours and a follow up meeting is set for Saturday. Senate leaders Lodge Hitchcock played key roles as Carter Glass is to join after taking his seat. Bryan visits Capitol and conferred with Republicans.
Washington reports the coal strike settlement commission adjourned after four days of hearings on miners and operators arguments. Phil H. Penna of the Indiana coal operators association called for enforceable wage awards and criticized the miners 30 hour week as nearly criminal. The panel resumes Monday to hear evidence and expert views.
Paris January 15 Premier Clemenceau has accepted nomination for the presidency of the republic. He authorized supporters to place his name before the Versailles congress caucus and promised to accept the mandate if elected. Ballots bearing his name will be printed for voters at Versailles on Saturday.
Indianapolis Jan 15 Practically all state lawmakers attend a special one day session called for 10 oclock to ratify the federal suffrage amendment. Vetoed bills will be presented and a 10000 dollar appropriation for the session is planned. Woman's Franchise League of Indiana hopes to limit time and serve lunch after adjournment.
Arthur Fansler a casting head at the Logansport division shops of the Pennsylvania was severely injured yesterday afternoon at 3 45 when his head was caught between a shaft gate and the top of the elevator while descending. Workmen freed him and an ambulance carried him to Dr Rodney Troutman followed by his removal to his home at 1501 Spear street.
An American salesman testified before a Senate subcommittee in San Antonio that Bolshevik ideas spread from Sonora to the Isthmus of Tehuantepec within a year. He claimed Carranza favored the Bolsheviks when choosing sides, and that Mexican laborers rally to radical causes as American voices warned consuls and officials that U S support for Carranza sustains the unrest. Mrs. Mary Wright and others recounted dramatic escapes and family losses, including husbands presumed dead, as they hid from revolutions.
The House approved a 1921 post office budget of 460.98 million dollars, up from 391.71 million, with 75.78 million added for prior salary increases. Air mail provisions were struck down on a point of order. An extra 850 thousand was allocated for airplanes and aerial routes, while motor routes were eliminated. Supporters expect the Senate to restore the air mail items.
Indianapolis reports that Governor James P. Goodrich will have his name placed on Indiana’s presidential preference ballot for the May primary. No formal announcement of candidacy has been made, though petitions signed by 500 voters are being circulated to meet the state law requirement.
Stockholders of the Co-Operative Elevator company of Lincoln held their annual meeting and received dividends totaling $4,000. The six month report showed revenue of about $88,000, net profits of $3,498.80, and four percent per share plus additional nonstockholder distribution. Officers were re-elected: Lora Wilson president, Oscar Miller treasurer, Emerson Kitchel secretary, with George Smith, John Yund, John Souder, and Herman Walter as auditors. Plans discussed include livestock shipments, cooperative telephone system, and a general store under cooperative management.
Berlin January 14 news notes potential nominees for the Washington ambassador role. Dr W S Solf, former German foreign minister and Samoa governor, is listed along with Dr Siegfried Heckscher, ex Reichstag member, as possible appointees. Solf served as Germanys first foreign minister after the revolution.
Paris reports the supreme council drafted a note to the Dutch government urging extradition of Wilhelm II. The note cites Versailles Article 227 and invites Holland to join the Allies. Article 227 outlines a special tribunal of five judges from the U.S., Britain, France, Italy, and Japan to try the former emperor for a supreme offense against international morality and treaty sanctity.
Republican County Chairman Walter Closson announced Major Ed Jackson will address the Sunday 2:30 PM gathering at Red Men's hall Broadway. The event aims to let candidates meet Cass County Republicans without favoritism as the county prepares for an aggressive campaign.
Chicago reports four influenza deaths and sixteen pneumonia deaths with 3890 influenza and 115 pneumonia cases in one day. Health Commissioner Robertson plans to deploy 3000 nurse graduates in city squads and tag houses with cases. Great Lakes Naval Training Station records 475 influenza cases and one death.
Secretary Baker testified before the House Ways and Means Committee that the United States and allied governments are weighing plans to supply Poland with war materiel and food to stem bolshevism. General Bliss urged U.S. loans and allied military aid, warning that a Polish overrun could revive war while stressing hunger may trigger uprisings. The committee slated action on a $150 million European food credit, with harvest timing reducing future need.
Los Angeles January 15 Harry New found guilty of second degree murder in the shooting death of his fiancee Freda Lesser in Topanga Canyon on July 4. Jury rendered verdict after a 44 hour deadlock and recommended commitment for mental observation. Defense plans a motion for new trial Monday and an appeal if denied. New is reportedly son of Senator Harry S New of Indiana.
London reports Britannia summons Winston Churchill Walter Long and others to Paris to confer with Premier Lloyd George on military naval matters as Bolshevik advances threaten Europe. Big questions focus on possible Polish Baltic action and risks to India amid tense peace after the German end.
William Senn and John Wolfe escaped serious injury when a school bus driven by Senn was struck by a Lake Erie and Western freight train at a grade crossing near Bunker Hill. Senn was shaken. Wolfe suffered a wounded shoulder and head gash. The crash left the vehicle wrecked and the track heavily damaged. The drivers said brakes were applied but slick road caused the bus to skid onto the tracks just ahead of the train.
The Moscow wireless dispatch reported Rostov-on-Don captured by Bolsheviks on Jan 9 10 after street fighting. Ten thousand prisoners were taken along with thirty two guns nine tanks and large baggage. Rostov is now Soviet controlled linking key Don river rail routes.
Washington on January 15 marks the beginning of the nations first saloonless year with jubilee events and watch night observances across the city. Attorney General Palmer will speak as Prohibition officials Kramer and Roper outline enforcement plans and call for citizen support.
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