Japanese Claims On Shantung Overlooked In Paris Talks
Chinese delegates report their copies of secret treaties were stolen from baggage en route to Paris. Japanese threats in Peking are alleged to warn China, citing Japan’s vast military, shipping, and debts as leverage amid the Peace Conference discussions on Shantung and Pacific islands.
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Orient
Mnister Reinsche
Pekin
United States
Japan
State
Apan
China
General Strike Under Seattle Reaches End
General strike activity appears to have ended by noon in Seattle though authorities keep property protection intact. Streetcars and public utilities are returning to normal operation as hundreds of special police remain on duty.
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Seattle
Orly
Water routes non competing rates eyed after convention
H J Fernandez Monroe Chamber of Commerce traffic manager returns from Washington DC where he attended the National Rivers and Harbors Convention. He predicts legislation to set water transportation rates that let boats operate profitably year round and block rail rate competition. He cites support from Secretary Baker Daniels and Sen Ransdell and hopes for coordinated transport policy and improved Monroe schedules.
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H. J. Fernandez
Monroe Chamber of Commerce
Washington, DC
Mississippi Valley
Congress
Monroy
Jater
Baker
Daniels
William Jennings Ryan
Ransdell
Railroad Administration
Reard
Monroe
Tick Eradication Urged At Southern Cattle Meet
In New Orleans delegates from thirteen southern states opened the Southern Cattlemen’s Association convention. The Bureau of Animal Industry urged a hard year for tick control to make 1919 the worst year for ticks, while President Fred Jones of Livingston Alabama called for improved southern cattle breeds.
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New Orleans
Bureau of Animal Industry
Southern Cattlemen's Association
Fred Jones
Livingston
Als
South
W. W. Agitators Reach Hoboken for Deportation
Fifty four radicals and Industrial Workers of the World immigrants arrive by train at Hoboken en route to Ellis Island for deportation. One agitator clashes with a policeman and is met with clubs. immigration authorities call on the army for aid as soldiers stand by with weapons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Industrial Workers of the World
Hoboken
Ellis Island
Army
Germans Hoped to Profit by Destruction of Industries
Paris reports a 482 page German headquarters document from 1916 outlining how Germany would profit from destroying French industries. Louis Klotz told the Supreme Council of the document released from military duties for presentation to the French minister.
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Paris
Associated Press
Germany
France
Supreme Council
Louis Klotz
City Court Docket Delivers Night of Fines for Drunk and Disorderly
Judge Charles Schulze convened the city court to a docket of 11 cases for drunken and disorderly conduct. Several defendants faced fines from 7.50 to 12.56 dollars, with some sentences suspended or discharged. Names include Jim Walters, E K Smith, Pat J Oaty, Mililek J Rhymes, Tom McGinnis, Van Peevy, Myrtle Washington theft, and many others.
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Charles Schulze
Jim Walters
E. K. Smith
Pat J Oaty
Mililek J. Rhymes
Tom McGinnis
van Peevy
John A. Warren
Frank Allen
John Jones
Ahena Muse
Willie Bird
Myrtle Washington
J.B. Barwards
Emmet Harrison
Swift & Co
C D
Christopher
Tom. Slavant
Sam Estes
J. H. Husbands
George Head
E. L. Middleton
Bertha Shepherd
W. C. Blackmon
Eliza Smith
Willie Turner
Fire drills at City and Parish High School buildings
Fire Inspector Frank J. Roddy conducted monthly tests at City High School and Parish High School. City School evacuated 1001 pupils and 26 teachers in 1 minute 45 seconds, a touch slower than January. Parish High School cleared 579 pupils and 18 teachers in 1 minute 10 seconds, compared with a January 50 second record.
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Frank J. Roddy
City High School
Parish High School
City School
Vote Shows How Woman Suffrage Was Defeated
Washington feb 11 by a margin of one vote equal suffrage met its fourth defeat in the senate. On the final roll call 55 senators voted for the resolution and 29 opposed it. The measure had been adopted in the house January 10 1918 by 274 to 136. Supporters vowed to renew the fight in the sixty sixth congress.
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Washington
Senate
Susan S. Anthony
House
Olf
Ashurst
Culberson
Gerry
Gore
Henderson
Jones
South Dakota
New Mexico
Kendrick
Kirby
Lewis
McKellar
Myers
Nugent
Pittman
Pollock
Ransdell
Robinson
Shafroth
Sheppard
Smith
Arizona
Thomas
Calder
Colt
Cummins
Curtis
Fernald
France
Frelinghuysen
Grenna
Harding
Johnson
California
Lesloy
Kenyon
la Follette
Lemroot
McCumber
McNary
Nelson
New
Norris
Page
Poindexter
Sherman
Michigan
Smoot
Spencer
Sterling
Sutherland
Townsend
Warren
Watson
Bankhead
Beckham
Fletcher
Gay
Hardwick
Hitchcock
Martin
Virginia
Overman
Pomerone
Saulsbury
Simmons
Georgia
South Carolina
Swanson
Trammell
Underwood
Williams
Wolcott
Baird
Borah
Blandegee
Dillingham
Hale
Lodge
McLean
Moses
Penrose
Weeks
Chamberlain
Oregon
Kentucky
Reed
Missouri
Goff
West Virginia
Owen
Oklahoma
Shields
Tennessee
Hollis
New Hampshire
King
Utah
Knox
Pennsylvania
Keen
Maryland
Armistice Terms Marred by Drastic Proposals at Paris
Paris Feb 11 The supreme council and the allied powers discussed tougher armistice terms for Germany including production limits on guns and heavy armaments and strict police state measures. The League commission prepared a final draft for a plenary session later in the week as Syria's disposition looms and France questions treaty validity until Society of Nations action.
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Paris
Associated Press
Supreme
Far Council
Marshal Foch
Council of the Great Powers
League of Nations Commission
Lfies
France
Syria
Supreme Council
England
Society of Nations
Gaacs
Wilson to Return to Paris as Peace Talks Remain Key
Reports say President Wilson plans to return to Paris by March 15 to sign bills in Washington and then proceed to Paris for ongoing Peace Conference duties. Dispatches note Japan's stance on retaining Marshall and Caroline Islands and a broad congressional authority sought by the Secretary of the Treasury.
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Paris
Wilson
Society of Nations
Washington
Germans Vote for National President in Weimar
The German National Assembly approved the provisional constitution with minimal changes and set the election for the national president for Tuesday. The move follows Monday sessions in Weimar with Associated Press coverage.
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Weimar
Associated Press
German National Assembly
Goodwin Estate Shows Small Value After Death
New York February 10 Nat Goodwin the comedian who died recently left an estate of only 6000 dollars and letters of administration were applied for. He was involved in mining and commercial ventures during a long theatrical career.
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Goodwin
New York
Nat” Goodwin
King Urges Tough Action to Improve Poverty and Health
King George appeals from the throne for Parliament to act decisively to stamp out poverty reduce unemployment and raise health standards in a strong address from Westminster.
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London
George
Dempsey Will Fight Willard After Signing Articles
Tex Rickard lands a signed agreement with Jack Dempsey and Jess Willard for a heavyweight title bout. The signatures occurred in Weehawken New Jersey to avoid New York legal issues. Dempsey pledges to train after a six week tour and the bout may go up to 40 rounds with purses of 27500 for Dempsey and 160000 for Willard plus film rights shares.
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Jack Dempsey
Jess Willard
New York
Tex Rickard
Dempsey
Richard
Jack Kearns
Hudson River
Weehawken
N. J
Ike Dorgan
Jack Skelly
New Jersey
Unionport
Rickard
Kearns
Willard
Ransdell Seeks Oil Supply Details in Senate
Senator Ransdell of Louisiana secured Senate Commerce Committee approval for a resolution requesting information from government departments on current fuel oil supplies. The measure probes the impact of Mexican output restrictions on oil availability.
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Ransdele
Washington
Ransdell
Louisiana
Senate Commerce Committee
Edison 72nd Birthday Observed by Attendees in New York
In New York, February 10, Thomas A Edison demonstrated by kicking at his toes to prove he remains active at 71, saying no one can claim he is fading. He will travel to Florida for six weeks of rest from wartime government duties planned for his 72nd birthday.
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London
Omsk
Reuter
New York
Thomas A. Edison
Florida
Japan's Attitude Sparks Apprehension at Peace Conference
Officials report grave concern among allied powers over Japan's stance toward China at the Peace Conference. Japan reportedly threatens war if China discloses secret treaties and resists ceding Germany's rights and property. China seeks support from the United States and Great Britain, aiming to bolster its position.
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Japan
Washington
Associated Press
China
Associated Powers
Germany
United States
Great Britain
Senate approves trimmed war appropriations bill
Washington Feb 10 The Senate passed a bill cutting $15 000 000 in war appropriations and $295 000 000 in contract authorizations with about $11 000 000 of the total for army and navy The measure repeals wartime and naval department appropriations totaling $8 179 156 000 and cancels $8 221 029 200 in authorizations officials say would not be needed It goes to conference.
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Washington
House
Senate
Army
Navy
War and Navy
Naval program faces parliamentary hurdle in House
Washington February 11 the House Rules committee ordered a rule to advance the three year naval building program authorizing ten battleships and ten scout cruisers as part of the 720 million dollar naval appropriation bill. Supporters and opponents brace for a test of strength.
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Washington
House Rules Committee
Ports and Railways Commission Meeting Report
Paris February 10 The commission on ports waterways and railways at the Peace Conference met with Silvio Crespi Italy in discussions on a proclamation declaring complete liberty of transit for all countries on equal terms. France and Greece objected citing England's special position and that commercial land transit alone is insufficient.
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Paris
Associated Press
Commission On Ports, Waterways and Railways
Silvio Crespi
Italy
England
America
Albert Claveille
France
Cormilas
Greece
Victory Loan in April Aims to Expand Liberty Bond Program
Secretary Glass asks Congress to raise the Victory Liberty Loan authorization to 16 billion dollars and extend powers to set interest rates and terms. He seeks up to 16 billion in treasury notes maturing within five years and a one year extension for the war finance corporation to support foreign trade.
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Eral
Washington
Congress
Treasury
War Finance Corporation
Kitchin
House
Ways and Means
Glass
Bill Wood
the Treasury
Secretary of the Treasury
Victory Liberty Loan
War Native Corporation
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Shantung Pvince
Ld Tsiengtino
Marshall
Caroline
Philippines
W. W
British Air Service
Edward Raffles
Brooklyn
R. R. Knapp
W. L. Haight
Chicago
Boston
Melita
Brest
Thompson Vardaman
Walsh
Isles
Jackson
Miss
Easterling
Burleson
Cumberland
Caroline Islands
Pacific
Chantung
Secretary OF Treasury
Edison
Meeting OF Commission ON Ports and Railaways
Marguerite Clar
Mme. Petrova
Petrova
The
Patience Sparhawk
Gertrude Atherton
Bryant Washburn
Marguerite Clark
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