Prohibition Amendment Debate Opens in House
The House began an eight hour debate under a special rule on the Hobson resolution to submit a constitutional amendment for national prohibition. Key figures include Underwood opposing and Hobson pressing the measure, with support from Connolly and Morgan. Debate centers on state police powers versus federal action, with a final two thirds vote required in both chambers.
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Oklahoma
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War News Epitomized By Fierce Frontline Battles
The report notes intensified fighting in France and Belgium with both sides mounting aggressive assaults. German and Allied statements clash on gains and retreats while the French claim a near capture of entrenched positions. In Poland fierce fighting and river crossings toward Warsaw are cited. Berlin reports offensive gains as Petrograd disputes a German victory. David Lloyd George predicts 500,000 more British troops at the front before spring.
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Christmas Mail Boom Triggers Postal Equipment Orders
The Postal Department, facing the largest Christmas mail volume, buys 175,000 burlap mail bags and orders more equipment for use in big cities. Additional transportation gear and emergency workers in railway mail and city delivery services are put into operation to handle demand.
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Washington, D. C
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Vollmer Attacks National Prohibition as Hysterical
Washington congressman Henry Vollmer denounces national prohibition as fueled by hysteria and fanaticism. He likens the anti liquor crusade to religious revivals, cites Rockefeller funds, warns of four billion dollars in confiscated property, and critiques moral reform as coercive and harmful. He cites figures like Washington and Jefferson to argue against prohibition.
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German Socialist Fights for French Army Service
Berlin dispatched report says Dr. George Weill, Metz Reichstag member, who accompanied French socialist leader Jean Juarez when shot in Paris, volunteered for French army on August 5. Weill’s disappearance in Germany stirs commentary. Vorwarts condemns his action.
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Millionaire Shot by Robber in Los Angeles Home
William Montrose Alexander, a retired attorney and Dallas millionaire, was shot and killed by one of two burglars in his Los Angeles residence. His son, W. M. Alexander Jr., was wounded in the breast, and another bullet severed his left index finger. The daughter Penelope aided by striking the burglar with a hair brush before he escaped. Alexander had practiced law in Dallas for twenty years and the family had recently moved from Dallas three years prior. Doctors report the son is not seriously wounded.
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Europe
Russians Invasion Shifts Fronts Across Eastern Front
Petrograd dispatch notes heavy German column pushing east and west from Mlawa into Mazur lake region to reinforce near Thorn and the Thorn railway. Russian center retires but holds Bzura line. north of Vistula Germans said to be whipped back toward Soldau. British papers question Joffre order while William moves to western front.
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Movement to rid Gotham of gunmen starts
A mass meeting at Cooper Union tomorrow night will launch a citywide drive led by the Citizens' Protective League to curb lawlessness after recent killings including Barnet Baff a wealthy poultry dealer. Support pours in from civic and business groups and hundreds of professionals.
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Merger of Lakeshore Railroads Becomes Effective
Lake Shore stockholders ratified the consolidation with New York Central, creating a $300 million merger. The plan trades every Lake Shore share for five in the new company and expands control to holdings across Nickel Plate, Big Four, Lake Erie and Western, and others. The merger ends court opposition and cements decades of railroad consolidation in the Midwest.
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Sea Safety Pact Action Debated in Senate
Washington Dec 22 A drive led by administration senators to rescind ratifications of the London safety at sea convention failed in a parliamentary move. The senate had reserved the right to set higher standards for ships in American waters, a modification officials say nearly nullifies the treaty. The motion was ruled out of order for timing, as ratifications were due by December 31.
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Former Senator West Found Dead in Bed in Georgia
Valdosta Ga Dec 22 Former U S Senator Wm S West was found dead in bed at his home here early today He retired apparently in good health Physicians stated death was apparently due to apoplexy Mr West was appointed to the senate March 2 1914 to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Senator A O Bacon His term expired last November when Thomas W Yardwick was elected
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President Wilson Takes No Stand on War Munitions Bills
Washington December 22 President Wilson has not expressed any opinion to Congress on pending bills to prohibit export of war munitions to belligerents in Europe He showed reluctance to engage in patronage fights over appointments and indicated no new moves soon on nominees despite Senate rejections The administration says he will stand behind his selections.
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D. C
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Europe
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Would Rather Die Than Face Charge in Arson Case
Frank Blanchard a 63 year old manufacturer in Janesville Wisconsin ended his life by asphyxiation rather than face charges brought by a 16 year old girl he was to be arraigned before a court today.
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Janesville
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France vows to avenge outraged rights and restore Belgium
Premier Viviani told the chamber of deputies France will not sheath arms until vengeance for outraged right is taken, Belgium is restored to full life and independence, and Prussian militarism crushed. The extraordinary war session drew high attendance as deputies pledged patriotism and readiness to vote credits. Several deputies are prisoners or missing near Lille. others struggled to reach Paris for the session.
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Auction Off The Rock Island Line Foreclosure Sale
The Chicago Rock Island and Pacific railroad stock, valued by bond collateral, was auctioned on the New York county courthouse steps. James N Wallace, as chairman of the protective committee, bid in the stock for 7 1855 million dollars against bonds totaling 71 353 million dollars. The stock sold at 106 a share, par 100, amid Wall Street expectations of the Rock Island system reorganization.
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Fierce Fighting Reported Across Western Front
German and French extracts describe brutal engagements from Nieuport to Verdun with trench gains and heavy losses. French troops claim slight progress at Mont Calvaire and Meuse region while Germans report repulsed attacks near Ypres and Arras fronts.
Weather forecast for Iowa Illinois report
The Weather section notes partly cloudy to night and Wednesday with warmer temperatures in eastern and southern portions. Illinois outlook adds possible rain or snow in extreme south areas and a slight warm-up. Muscatine records minus six degrees at 7 am. River stage is three feet.
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