Nation Voted Dry as 38 States Ratify Amendment
National prohibition becomes part of the Constitution after Nebraska Wyoming and Missouri ratify the amendment bringing total to 38 states. Prohibition leaders expect most remaining states to act by month end while plans for enforcement and a National Prohibition Commissioner are outlined.
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Prohibition Fight Moves Toward State Enforcement Codes
Prohibition leaders in New York hailed ratification of the federal amendment and vow to push for a strict state enforcement code with penalties and official accountability. Opponents plan legal challenges, arguing constitutional and procedural flaws, while figures estimate vast closures and job losses across liquor networks.
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America and Britain Join In Hastening Food to Rumania
London dispatch reports that Britain and the United States have taken emergency action to ensure food supplies reach Romania. The Interallied Supreme Council of Supply and Relief in Paris is considering provision for financial credits to buy foodstuffs. The Romanian government and people may expect strong action to secure timely delivery.
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Paris
New German Constitution Draft Faces National Convention
Berlin reports the Ebert Government prepared a ten year presidential term by direct vote and plans statehood for populations over two million. Prussia will be split into fourteen to fifteen states including Bavaria and German Austria with Vienna. Troops occupy central Berlin and search districts as Spartacides are driven out. Westarp laments peace terms and quits politics. Continued on Page Three.
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Czechoslovaks occupy Bavarian frontier forces
Amsterdam Jan 15 dispatch from Eger Bohemia reports Czechoslovaks have occupied the Bavarian frontier with pickets within hearing distance along the entire Bohemian Bavarian border.
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Conference Reopens Publicity Case Amid Protest
Cabinet and press protest push reopen of publicity case today. Moderates quit Italian stance as Orlando ministry backs Baron Sonnino. Other late government members reportedly align with American view on dispute. Split over Port of Fiume action with premier and foreign minister firm for annexations.
New Italian Cabinet Members Named in Government Shakeup
Italian cabinet changes appoint Signor Stringher as treasury minister and president of the Bank of Italy replacing Francesco Nitti. General Badoglio becomes war minister, replacing General Zupelli. Admiral Thaon di Revel takes marine portfolio, while Signor Sacta becomes justice minister. Signor Stradenetto assumes ports and telegraphs, with Gianbattista Miliani noted among ministers.
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I W W Conspiracy Case Sparks Seattle Disorder
About 500 workers dispersed by twenty mounted police after an open air I W W meeting and parade through Seattle business streets ends. Indictments allege conspiracy to violate the U S Constitution and Espionage Act, with charges of obstruction, sabotage, and revolutionary aims tied to the I W W movement.
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Montenegrins Revolt and Seek American Troops
The Montenegrins, about 20,000 strong, have occupied several towns from Serbian forces and asked for American troops to preserve order. A Montenegrin delegation appealed to King Nicholas in Paris, while the State Department noted the assembly that deposed King Nicholas was not legally formed. The legation added that allied powers planned Montenegro representation at the Peace Conference.
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Beli Set A a Bee Er
Readable fragments describe a set purchase event labeled Set A A. The text names a party or seller and a buyer entities but lacks complete details about dates locations or outcomes. Further context would clarify the exact item and involved organizations or individuals.
Resignation of Italian Cabinet Shakes Paris Dispatch
Paris reports confirm the Italian cabinet resigned amid a rift over Foreign Minister Sonnino and Fiume policy. Nitti and others were replaced by Stringher, Facta, Fradelotto, Thaon di Revel, and Dall’Olio as ministerial reshuffles unfold.
Covenant for League of Nations Drafted in Paris
The draft covenant for a League of Nations has progressed through key conferences with Lord Robert Cecil Secretary Lansing and Colonel House. It consolidates features from various plans into thirteen articles and eight supplements and may be ready for Congress or its committee once revisions are complete.
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China Leaders Hope Paris Peace Shape Far East
In a special dispatch from Peking, President Hsu Chih Chang urges a real League of Nations to curb militarism. He notes China's desire for peace, unity between north and south, and readiness to aid Paris talks, warning failure would threaten the Far East. Continued on Page Two.
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Claims Council Promises Hearing on Modus Vivendi
International Committee Of Newspaper Men pledges to hold a hearing to discuss a proposed modus vivendi as PRESS PRESENTS reports. The effort aims to ease press freedom tensions and outline terms for cooperation and mutual access.
Delegates Discuss Russia and Press Access at Conference
Paris news reports describe American and British journalists pressing for fuller representation at the Peace Conference sittings. Delegates from France and other allies debated practical terms while censorship issues and official access were discussed amid delays and evolving positions.
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