Republicans Open Fire On League Of Nations Debate
In Washington on May 23 Senators Sherman and Johnson sparred over the league of nations and the peace treaty. Sherman denounced the covenant as a "gigantic fire brand" that would signal a future war, while Johnson pressed to publish the full treaty text, arguing the people deserve complete access despite ongoing negotiations.
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Kahn Backs Universal Military Training Plan
Washington May 28 Representative Kahn California chairman of the house military affairs committee favors a standing army of 106000 with universal military training. He returned from Europe and says he will propose the plan to Congress and seeks early withdrawal of the American army from Europe. He found widespread dissatisfaction among soldiers and strained relations with France and England.
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Missouri congressmen receive LO committees in house
Missouri members of the House are assigned to committees with Sam Major on Labor and Enrolled Bills, W T Bland on Flood Control and Invalid Pensions, William Nelson on Education and Coinage, Weights and Measures, Clement Dickinson on Ways and Means, William Igoe on Judiciary, Milton Romine on District of Columbia and a tax panel, William Rucker on Election of President and Public Buildings, J W Alexander on Merchant Marine and Fisheries and Census, Charles F Booker on Rivers and Harbors, and Thomas Rubey on Agriculture. Igoe also joins the congressional campaign committee, a key party post.
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Kansas City
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Columbia
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Clinton
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St. Louis
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Macon
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Keynesville
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Gallatin
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Savannah
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Lebanon
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Contenders for U.S. Judge Seat Narrow as Palmer Backed
In Washington on May 25 the race to succeed Judge Dyer for the Western District of Missouri narrowed. Attorney General Frank W. McAlister and Frank A. Thompson of St. Louis led, while former judge Albert D. Noxon and others faded. Sen A. R. Reott and Gov Joseph Folk backed McAlister and Thompson. Palmer's support shaped the final choices. The appointment, likely within days, hinges on Pal ers influence and party leaders' consensus.
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Madison to honor Roy Farrell for World War I heroics
Madison Missouri plans a reception for Roy Farrell a Monroe County native returning from service in France. Farrell reportedly killed 260 Germans while in action and previously distinguished as a top rifle shot at Camp Funston. He deflects praise noting others kept score on him and remains modest about the figures.
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Italy Accused Over Turkish Landing Sparks Allied Note
Paris reports say the United States Great Britain and France sent Italy a note demanding an explanation for Italian forces landing in Turkey at Ada Makri Budrum and Smyrna. Premier Orlando and Foreign Minister Sonnino reportedly faced tensions during a Paris peace conference session.
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Mandate Problems Investigated After Paris Meeting
May 28 report from Paris states the Big Tour discussed military and prisoners of war terms of the Austrian treaty. Reparations pact was completed at yesterday’s session. A decision was taken to delay actions between Poland and Ukraine on territorial issues until Paderewski arrives. Chas. R. Crane ordered to the Near East to study the Mandatory problem in Constantinople Syria and surrounding areas. German delegation replies to Tongue of Nations proposal deeming it impractical though some suggestions acceptable if backed by authority.
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Ogden Expands In Enlarged Quarters For Auto Service
S H Ogden moves to larger quarters on Fourth Street to expand auto department capacity. The shop will handle twenty five to thirty cars daily, offer generator and starter work, and service all auto parts with skilled machining. Mrs Everhardt, guest of Mrs Barnes, returns to Sturgeon vicinity.
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Hawker Widow and Baby to Receive 50000 Prize
London May 23 The Daily Mail awards prize money to the widow of aviator Harry Hawker and his baby for the first unaided sea heavier than air flight. A similar sum will go to Lieut. McKenzie Forieves heirs. The prize remains open to competition.
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Road dispute settled in Huntsville court
The circwit court in adjourned session at Huntsville settled the road dispute between Huntaville and Clifton by damages paid to J Y Motley 360 Ryals 160 Wade Orton 235 and fence reset for Magpie Smith The move to make the road part of the state highway eliminates three railroad crossings shortens the distance by three miles and work will begin at once Also Mr and Mrs 4 F Flesher and Mr Martin returned to Trenton after visiting A C Burrell and wife
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Explosion at Cedar Rapids Starch Plant Kills 32
A dust explosion at the Douglas Starch plant in Cedar Rapids Iowa killed 32 people with four more missing and believed buried. The fire and collapse wrecked the facility causing about 1 million dollars in losses and injuring scores. The eleventh body was recovered at noon as crews continued to search the ruins.
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Charles H Reynolds Dies After Illness at 42
Charles H Reynolds died this morning at 508 Base Rotina Street at the age of forty two after months of ill health. He lived in Liberty since age three and married Celia Epping in 1904. Survived by his wife, four nephews, and six nieces, he was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, the Maccabees, and Bricklayers Union. Funeral at 3:00 Sunday at Immaculate Conception Church, Father Thomas officiating. burial in St Mary Cemetery.
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Death of Mrs Susan J Turner in Shelby County
Mrs Susan J Turner died last night in Shelby County while visiting her daughter Mrs Wettie ald. She was widely known in the area and had recently traveled there with her husband Mr Tur less. Survived by two daughters Mrs MWilacwet and Mrs Sallie Morvis and two sons W S Turner and J M Turner. Funeral services will be held tomorrow.
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Tricks of robber tariff days and daylight law notes
Washington May 25 A high prospective tariff doubling present customs rates has been decided by house republicans Ways and Means committee May Report Daylight Law Missouri congressman Romine introduces bill to repeal the daylight saving law calling it hardship to farmers miners and others and unnecessary now Knights Templar commandery headquarters at 507 West Reed Street prepares for conclave with posters banners and a stenographer phone 247 for information
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German Workmen Demand Signing of the Treaty
Berlin May 23 German workers and soldiers council passed resolutions urging that the treaty be signed after reports Brockdorff-Rantzau opposed changes to the counter proposals. Chancellor Scheidemann Count Bernstorff reportedly preparing for a conference with the German delegation. Paris May 2 protests condemn wartime conduct and remonstrations spread to Mannheim and Berlin as officials issue a public expression of regret.
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Late Wire Flashes and Local Sports Notes
News briefs include Senate nomination of Attorney General in Washington and a deferral on war insurance funds. Reports from Paris list changes in the Italian peace delegation. A missing Leroy Pennock unsettles his family. In sports Clark hosts The Motherly Stars at Star Park to complete a three game series. Moberly leads 1-0.
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Lime Lighting Again in Missouri Odd Fellows Convention
Governor Henry Allen faces criticism over failed communications among brigade and regimental officers. Olive Harvey of Webb City elected grand-master of Missouri Odd Fellows. Allie White elected deputy grand master and Mrs Pierce City chosen treasurer. Next convention will be at Sedalia.
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