05 Mar 1920
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Newspaper
Naugatuck Daily News
Location
Naugatuck, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1920
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text references a debate on the peace treaty, mentions figures such as WIlson and others, and discusses resistance to ratification and calls for compromise. The garbled material obscures clear events, but centers on congressional action and partisan positions surrounding treaty approval.
The garbled text describes schools and factions, mentions dates and meetings, and references a December gathering. It hints at debates over foreign principles and duties, with mentions of teachers, officials, and a central office. Names and specifics are obscured by OCR errors.
President Coolidge told a Willing Manat association gathering that any attempt by leaders of labor organized to boycott would be met with punishment. He argued talks of labor curing unemployment are imaginary in a country of free enterprise and warned capitalists against disrupting workers with ward schemes.
Amsterdam dispatch reports the former Kaiser will take a tighter personal pledge to stay within government limits and avoid political affairs. The pledge requires his consent before any move and includes penalties for violation. A heavy guard surrounds his residence while authorities reject exile to a distant colony.
The French government condemns the Tenreponn plan backed by Premier llerd-Ceo and Nitti to boost Germany's recovery via economic aid. Paris argues Russia must be rebuilt and warns that the policy risks aiding Germany and extending Soviet influence, while urging reliance on the United States for needed supplies.
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee began considering nominations including Hartrndge Calibre as secretary of state George W P Hunt as minister and Burleson Rogers Burleson and Admiral Genson as US delegates to the International Conference in Communications. New York soldier Earl J McDaniel dies in ship Savoie incident. bride from Paris.
Government testimony warns Bolshevik forces plan imminent invasion of Poland. State Department agent Cassel cites reports of typhus, armored transport of victims, and looming collapse unless relief actions are taken. Europe faces widening threat amid hesitant aid.
New York stock prices rose broadly as early trading showed strong gains. Sentiment improved on word of about 50 million dollars in gold imports from England, lifting expectations for the credit situation. Leading advances occurred in air and motor shares with notable climbs in Festa Petroleum, Texas, General Motors, Studebaker, U S Stores, U S Rubber, Bethlehem Steel and Republic, among others.
Joe Lynch of New York stopped Eddie Siegal of Brooklyn in the third round of a scheduled 12 round bout. Siegal was game but outclassed from the start in Boston last night.
More than 6,200 employees of the United Shoe Machinery company walked out in Beverly Massachusetts as an apparent signal. Operators left their benches and machines, joining the strike today.
New York reports recreation supervisor William G. Lee says youngsters, driven by high prices and taxes, will abandon costly modern sports. They return to shinny, marbles, ring toss, and gymnastic routines, with girls preferring tennis and handball while boys embrace old games.
Ottawa March 4 Independent member W A Buchanan declared Canada has as much right as the United States to a voice in the league of nations. He said Canada was in the war from the start and sacrificed thousands of men for the principles for which they fought. Members of the Dominion House applauded both sides.
The midwest blizzard eased, traffic recovering after severe disruption. Chicago recorded a 20 degree drop in 24 hours with below zero temperatures across the west. Trains ran late due to deep snow and bitter cold persisted in the region.
London dispatches report Venizelos victory expands Greece's influence after the Turkish peace talks. Allies plan to keep the sultan in Constantinople while Greece gains Thrace and Adrianople areas. Britain’s Lloyd George pushes for Mohammedan holy sites to Turkish control. Wilson opposes waiving control of Constantinople and warns against compromising the peace. Turkish fleet status and regional balance remain unsettled amid negotiations.
Ridgefield teachers resigned en masse after the school board ruled no pay raise could be granted. In January they petitioned for a $200 yearly increase. 21 of 28 women signed resignations submitted to the school heads. The board did not accept them, sparking speculation about possible school closures.
Manuel Gonzales, leader of the band that shot former American consul Augustus Morrill in Mantazito on February 28, has been killed by pursuing government troops. Several bandits die or are wounded in the engagement. W. Jenkins, ex United States Consular agent at Puebla, faces expulsion from Mexico over alleged dealings with rebels.
Jack Dempsey and manager Jack Kearns appeared before United States Commissioner Long and posted bonds of 1500 dollars each to appear in San Francisco March 20 to plead to indictments charging conspiracy to evade the draft for military service.
Madrid dispatch reports heavy clashes between rebels and government forces in and around Lisbon Portugal with many killed and wounded. Rumors of a Soviet regime in Portugal denied by the Portuguese legation, linking to the telegraphers strike sweeping the region.
A survey of police officials in Boston New York Cleveland Minneapolis Chicago St Louis and others notes varied crime trends since wartime prohibition began in 1918. Officials report declines in drunkenness arrests and minor offenses but ongoing or uncertain effects on murders and serious crimes.
Bismarck N C March 5 women may serve as delegates to national conventions but are not privileged to vote on the selection of delegates, according to Secretary of State Thomas Hall.
Louis J. Dnn veen, London representative for Duveen Bros., died here yesterday after an operation. The London Times reports the death followed a surgical procedure.
Henry J. Farrell assesses how the U S military embraced athletics after World War I training and postwar leisure. He notes the army promoted the A T F P tournament and inter allied games, influencing future control of junior sports and league reorganizations, with officials guiding boxing and polo. The piece mentions Olympic ties and government involvement in athletics.
The evening schools here will close this evening due to higher enrollment than last year. The increase is attributed to compulsory continuation work for students who have not completed the eighth grade and to a broader curriculum in advanced classes. Superintendent Chittenden notes improved overall quality and attendance versus last year.
City officials threaten to seize the Interborough Rapid Transit subway lines if service does not improve within 60 days, under a clause in the dual subway contract. Corporation counsel Burr says steps will be taken to operate the system by the city or by other tenants if needed. Separately, the steamship St Paul arrives at Halifax after boiler leaks force trip cancellation. passengers to cross Atlantic on Cedric and Canada. A storm warning is issued along the entire Atlantic coast from Jacksonville to Portland, with strong northwest winds forecast tonight and tomorrow.
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