Albany Caucus Backs Federal Prohibition Amendment
In Albany, Republicans vote 25 to 3 in caucus to support ratification of the Federal prohibition amendment. Sage opposes being bound. Walker introduces a restraint bill. he and labor leaders press for ten delays to allow wider input before final Senate action.
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James P. Holland
New York Federation of Labor
Labor
Prohibition Forces Rally After Amendment Ratification
The Anti Saloon League and pulpit leaders held a union meeting at Metropolitan Life Insurance assembly hall celebrating the National Prohibition Amendment and vowing continued effort to secure its enforcement. Former Governor Sanders of Poulsiens led the remarks urging steady pro ban action with references to battles in Louisiana and New York.
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European Labor Opposes U S Immigration Halt
Paris Jap 27 George Nicoll Barnes on the British peace delegation told American press that European labor cannot stop immigration but opposes a law by the American Federation of Labor to prohibit immigration to the United States for several years after the peace treaty is signed.
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American Federation of Labor
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Senate debate warns of disaster if railroads return now
Senator Cummins argues rapid return of railroads to private owners without remedial legislation risks universal catastrophe. He urges a 21 month limit post peace treaty and proposes a bill to extend federal control or oversee restructuring of railroad government relations as Congress debates a permanent policy.
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British strikes spread with heavy toll on Belfast port
The Belfast strike wave swells as 100,000 shipyard workers halt, lights go out, trains stop, and bread runs short while officials reject terms to generate power for hospitals. Widespread stoppages hit Manchester Thames docks Edinburgh Leith Fifeshire Nottinghamshire and other areas as unions press for wage and hour gains.
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Ocean Freight Rates Cut to One Third by Governments
The British Ministry of Shipping at 165 Broadway announced a 64 2-3 percent cut in freight rates on vessels not under Government requisition from the United States to Great Britain. Cotton is excluded from the new lower rate. The scheme also applies to British ships with 20 to 30 percent available barge space. Rates drop from 3.60 to 1.60 per 100 pounds and 1.75 to 1.60 per foot, aiming to boost U.S. port commerce and speed normalization.
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Ward Influenza McK and Lesenges Advt
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Shipping Board Cuts Transatlantic Freight Rates
The Shipping Board announced substantial rate cuts to meet Britain’s freight reductions. New charges apply to voyages from Atlantic and Gulf ports to the British Isles and Western Europe, with $1.00 per 100 pounds or 8 cents per cubic foot to Havre Bordeaux Anze et al and $1.25 per 100 pounds or 65 cents per cubic foot to Rotterdam.
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Soldiers Abroad Cost Government Two Thousand Annual
Brig. Gen. Robert Wood told the House Appropriations Committee that it costs $2,000 per soldier each year to maintain troops overseas, including transport costs even when not in active operations. A committee member questioned the figure, and Wood confirmed the}'.
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Conferees Reach Agreement On War Revenue Bill
Senate and House conferees reached a near complete basis for the War Revenue bill with agreement on war excess profits rates and oil tax provisions. They retained a 20 percent tax exemption for oil and gas well sales and dropped the second class mail amendment. Final actions and remaining amendments await reconciliation this week.
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Reds Capture Shenkursk and Allied Supplies
Archangel front report says Bolsheviks press offensive near Shen kursk as four Allied battalions escape through swamps. Allies under Corbley withdraw from Shen kursk amid heavy shelling and losses while Russian, American, British, and French troops resist with artillery and air support.
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German press urged to respect freedom during revolution
A German wireless dispatch from London reports the Central Council of the German Revolutionary movement appeals to Soldiers and Workmen’s Councils to refrain from interfering with press freedom, calling it a vital asset of the revolution and warning against disruption.
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Big Powers Discuss German Colonies and Peace Delegates
Archangel dispatch reports Northern Russia government silent on a proposedPrinces Islands conference of Russian factions awaiting invitation. Editorials oppose talks with Bolsheviks comparing it to talks with Hohenzollerns and note Bolshevism threat to Russia and world. Tschaikovsky heads to Paris.
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Russians Silent On Allied Offer in France Debate
An Allied proposal for Russian and Entente cooperation remains unofficial as Paris discusses the Russian question. Socialist leaders in France face a split over backing Wilson or Lenin with M. Loriot urging followers to reject Wilson and choose Lenin.
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Compromise Still Conference Hope Foretold In Asia and Africa
In Europe the debate on Wilsonian aims centers on a League of Nations as the enforcing body for postwar settlements. France's eastern frontier and Syria emerge as points of contention, while promises of future peace guide present talks. President Wilson's arrival shifts emphasis to guarantees for lasting peace alongside immediate settlement. Continued on Page Two.
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Pichon Talks Publicity and Bolshevik Question at Peace Conference
Paris January 26 Stephen Pichon French Foreign Minister granted a press interview at the Peace Conference. He said he could be quoted on all he had said and commented on the Bolshevik invitation and the prospects of a conference with Bolsheviks. He indicated Russia’s de facto government and the likelihood that no such conference would occur at Princes Islands.
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New Committees Start Work At Paris Peace Conference
Two new commissions on finances and maritime law begin work as the conference unites nineteen powers behind a common front. President Wilson, Colonel House, and Chinese and British delegates confer, while labor leaders and French suffragettes meet the leaders amid ongoing committee proceedings.
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