Wilson rescinds export ban on Mexican arms shipments
President Wilson issues an executive order revoking the 1912 prohibition on exporting arms to Mexico. The White House explains the change aims to place the United States on par with other powers and let Mexico settle its affairs without outside influence. Embassies and Bryan inform foreign governments of the decision. diplomats in Washington briefed.
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United States Moves to End Arms Export Ban on Mexico
The United States government concludes that peace and quicker repayment of foreign obligations depend on allowing arms exports to Mexico. Civil war aims to end with outside forces, and Washington seeks to treat Mexico as a nation at war, letting Mexico determine its own course through domestic force and counsel.
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Villa Greets US Arms Lift as War Nears End
Juarez reports General Francisco Villa and rebels hail Washington’s decision to allow arms shipments to Mexico. Villa says unlimited arms will boost rebel wins and hopes for constitutional government restoration within months. He credits President Wilson as just and envisions closer US-Mexico friendship.
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Minnesota Farmers Grain Dealers Convene on Co operation
Minneapolis February fourth. The seventh annual convention of the Minnesota Farmers Grain Dealers association opened at the West Hotel for a three day session. President H R Hersch presided and Mayor Nye gave an address of welcome.
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Newlands Bill Faces Push in Current Session
Aides say the Newlands bill requires active lobbying and support during this session to advance. Key figures and committees are weighing considerations as hearings continue and prospects remain uncertain.
Levee bill debate heats up as Wilson eyed for support
Washington and Chicago dispatches report Senator Newlands and Representative Broussard debating how to move flood control and river bills through Congress. The Mississippi levee and reclamation measures hinge on committee paths and presidential backing, with Ransdell and Humphreys pushing for unified action. Chicago adds a surge of voter registrations with 153,897 women registering.
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Former Congressman’s Brother Sentenced for Smuggling Jewelry
Lucius Lit taum, a former member of congress, and his brother William, were sentenced to six months in prison after admitting to illegally bringing jewelry into the United States.
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Texas Corn Show Opens with Broad National Displays
Dallas prepares for the sixth National Corn Show with extensive exhibits already in place. The event will feature corn and corn products plus diverse farm products. Nearly every Southern and Midwestern state will display. West Coast and Western states like Idaho Wyoming California Arizona Nevada Utah also contribute.
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Tap Line Cases Reopened Today
Washington D C Feb 4 Double appeals in the tap line cases were heard in the Supreme Court seeking a ruling on whether sawmill railroads in Arkansas Louisiana Missouri and Texas can be treated as common carriers and subject to the same regulations as trunk lines The government seeks an early decision due to the cases’ long duration and potential impact on the lumber industry nationwide
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Senator Ransdell Discusses Divorce and Constitution
Senator Ransdell outlines issues on divorce and backs a constitutional amendment. Pal Tasana portrays the stance as part of broader PCRS reforms.
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Federal marriage amendment aims to bar divorce remarrying
A proposed Senate amendment by Senator Ransdell of Louisiana would ban divorce with the right to remarry across the United States and territories. It seeks uniform marriage laws for all states and allows separation without permission to remarry as part of the constitutional change.
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Fatal Hotel Fire Claims Five In Bemidji Area
Five men are dead and seven are seriously injured after a hotel in KellER near Bemidji Minnesota burned. Local fire crews battled the blaze through the night and investigators seek the cause.
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Peru President Taken Prisoner in Lima Palace Revolt
President Billinghurst of Peru was taken prisoner as rebels attacked the palace in Lima. General Valera, premier and minister of war, was killed in the fighting, and the situation prompted military action across the capital.
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Hunger strike ends as inmates eat at jail
Sheriff Parke said the eight prisoners ending a hunger strike ate a breakfast served after the incident. The group realized they were in the Hotel de Ouachita and not the Asterbilt house in New York, with a menu similar to the previous day.
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Arms rushed to export as New Orleans becomes arsenal
In New Orleans about one hundred men worked in several warehouses to pack and prepare arms and ammunition for immediate shipment to Northern Mexico under government surveillance. The material has sat there for months, and the city is described as a veritable arsenal for Mexican rebels. Mexico City reports El Pais claims President Wisón lifted the embargo due to pressure from American arms manufacturers as foreign factories compete with U S firms.
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Opposed 10 Cold Storage Measure Hearings Begin
Washington reports the House Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce opened public hearings on the McKellar cold storage bill to shorten storage of perishable goods from two to six months. Cold storage interests and produce merchants protest, saying price regulation and production will suffer. Foreign governments Norway and Sweden complain the bill would hurt their frozen fish trade with the United States.
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Cassidy Willett Copenhagen Prison Sentence in New York Case
New York on February 4 Cassidy former Queens Democratic Boss Joseph Cassidy and former congressman William Willett were sentenced to prison at Sing Sing for bribery tied to a Supreme Court nomination. Each faces six months to a year plus a $1000 fine. Louis T. Walter received three months and a $1000 fine.
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Fifty Five Added to Church Roll in Revival
Five additions to the Baptist church at yesterday’s two services bring the revival total to fifty five since it began ten days earlier. Large crowds attended afternoon and evening services with the church crowded at 7:30. Dr. King and assistant M Wolstagle praised the revival and its impact on better living and higher ideals. Tonight Mgr. Wolsingle will sing Face to Face by special request.
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Hearings Open on Owens Bill to Stop Stock Mail Fraud
Washington, February. Senate Banking and Currency Committee starts hearings on the Owens bill to bar using the mails telegraph or telephone to promote unlawful stock exchanges with opposition from New York Stock Exchange representatives and many witnesses.
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SEC. WILSON PROTESTS USE OF GUNS IN LABOR DISPUTES
Secretary Wilson objects to firearm use and private guards in labor disputes, urging restraint and policy review. The protest highlights federal interest in keeping labor conflicts nonviolent and safe for workers and officials.
First Annual Report Denounces Armed Guards in Labor Disputes
Secretary Wilson in his first annual report to President Wilson condemns the use of firearms and armed guards in labor strikes. He urges Congress to regulate this practice to protect public peace, noting incidents in Colorado Michigan and Calumet. The report argues wage earner collective action is needed to balance employer power and suggests federal mediation funding.
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