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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1919
Page
1
The crowd roars as President Roosevelt shares views from a glass cage to a 50,000 strong audience. Electrical devices relay his speech to every corner of the vast amphitheatre. Southern California shows strong pro league sentiment, with women playing a pivotal role in the reception.
President Wilson on his special train at Ocean Side responds to a Republican admirer who says he will vote for Wilson again. The man urges Wilson to stand for American principles amid League of Nations debate and Wilson laughs off the accusation.
London dispatches report rapid progress toward forming a Polish Navy to be activated with ratification of the Peace Treaty. Plans call for four armored cruisers and twelve large torpedo boats, with a 3500-strong crew including 150 officers, likely led by Admiral Porebski.
Senator Hiram W. Johnson abandons his Pacific Coast trip to answer President Wilson on the League of Nations. He will speak in St. Paul and Minneapolis, then go to Washington to press his amendment to curb Britain's voting power in the League assembly. He plans a California address to respond to Wilson’s coast speeches.
Morgenthau warns that Germany remains a powerful force capable of regaining lost territory if European states continue quarrelling and weakening themselves. He argues the League of Nations is essential to prevent a Russia Germany coalition and to stabilize postwar Europe amid fragile new states and Bolshevik threats.
A bond messenger vanishes with an estimated half a million dollars missing while a companion waits and investigators pursue the case. The incident centers on a large cash transfer and raises questions about security and oversight of financial couriers.
A turbulent day in the city as plans to speed a steel strike were pushed while authorities move to rid the city of agitators. Mayor Hylan urged departments to remove troublemakers and a new Municipal Employes Association formed to resist radical demands. Police and court actions surfaced against a young Liberty bonds thief and a prolific Bronx burglar.
Key West reports confirm the Spanish steamer Valbanera went down in a hurricane ten days earlier. Ensign L B Roberts says he saw the nameplate on a vessel sunk near Rebecca Shoals Lighthouse, about forty miles from Key West. The wreck lies in quicksand with no bodies seen. the ship carried 300 passengers and 150 crew, largely Spaniards or Cubans. A wrecking crew will depart, aided by naval facilities, to search for bodies or confirm abandonment.
An advertising item notes Pall Mall Famous Cigarettes at your club with plain ends, promoting availability and branding in a club setting.
The Nenagh, County Tipperary Council agreed to receive two German field guns from the War Office, provided they are in good order and accompanied by a shell supply. The deal is framed as a patriotic display rather than armament.
Washington reports that President Wilson sent Bernard Baruch to meet Judge Gary in a final effort to avert the steel strike. John Fitzpatrick says the strike will proceed. Gompers sought postponement until the Oct 6 industrial conference but failed. The International Molders Union plans universal strike benefits next week.
President Wilson criticized employers who refuse to meet face to face, linking the stance to actions by United States Steel Corporation officials. He urged that direct talks are essential to discuss issues, stating he is convinced such refusals hinder understanding and progress.
The investigation before Special Commissioner Jeremiah F. Connor in City Hall explores claims that Wynkoop Service and its head provided favors to the State Industrial Commission and that F Spencer Baldwin accepted a $3,400 automobile for his wife. Testimony links improper access to records, questionable awards, and a $100 bribe in a related case.
Leaders of the Allied Printing Trades Council of New York reject a compromise on a forty-four hour week and wage rise. Local unions demand a $14 minimum wage and threaten a Oct 1 strike. International officials may attend the meeting as unions split.
Pittsburgh dispatch reports preparations for a mass steel strike with 2,000,000 union members involved. Both sides avoid figures on strength while districts prepare, executives plan financing, and nonunion plants may operate. Leaders foresee a major test between labor and capital in the steel industry.
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