Weather Worsens Delays Rescue of 200 Wounded on Transport Northern Pacific
A blizzard at Fire Island stalls the planned removal of 200 wounded sailors aboard the Northern Pacific. Coast Guard lifeboats and chasers battled heavy seas to move stretcher cases, while auxiliary craft and Red Cross workers aided the effort. Rescue work continued through the night despite zero visibility and drifting snow.
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Red Cross
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Board Denies Fare Raise on Traction Lines
The board rejects a proposed fare increase for traction line services after a public hearing. Hylan stated actions were taken following the hearing, and reporters were informed of the decision.
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Swann Moves to End Dairy Barrier and Press Action
District Attorney Swann seeks to repeal exemptions shielding the Dairymen League from Donnelly Act prosecutions. He appeals to Governor Smith after a meeting with Mayor Hylan and Health Commissioner Copeland, urging Albany to authorize relief to augment milk supplies for families with children.
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Dairymen’s League
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Alfred B. Smith
Governo Ecutive Chamber
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McAdoo testifies on five year federal railroad control
William G. McAdoo defends before the Senate Interstate Commerce Committee a proposal to extend federal control of railroads to five years. Senators press him on a plan offering alternative extensions, arguing immediate government control without strong safeguards risks bankruptcy and wage higher intrastate rates. He reads a lengthy prepared statement and resumes testimony tomorrow.
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British and Dutch settle status of ex Kaiser
A dispatch to the Telegraaf from The Hague reports Britain and the Netherlands reached agreement on the status of the former German Emperor. The accord concerns his position and possible restrictions following World War I.
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Labor to Send Its Views to Peace Table Lausanne Congress Opens
The 1919 world labor congress heads to Lausanne Switzerland opening January 13 with American delegates joining only in trade union meetings. Socialist and allied movements from many nations attend while the international labor session focuses on the industrial power of workers. The Paris peace talks and Wilson’s program influence loom over the diverse gathering.
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Lausatine
Andrade Auion
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President Wilson Greets Romans in Italian Chamber Address
President Wilson delivers a ceremonial address in the Chamber of Deputies praising the deep ties between the United States and Italy. He argues for a new era of international cooperation, friendship, and a united league of nations to replace the balance of power, urging clear motives and disinterested leadership.
Senator Lodge Denies Sabotaging Wilson Policy
Senator Lodge of Massachusetts today denied on the Senate floor the charge by Senator James Hamilton Lewis of Illinois that Lodge and Republicans are sabotaging President Wilson’s diplomacy and seeking to destroy Senate unity. Williams and others replied, urging cautious handling of peace questions amid global tensions and the Germany settlement.
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Wilson
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Lewis
Thomas
Colorado
Illinois
Tennessee
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Pennsylvania
President Wilson in Rome Amid Warm Welcome and Talks
President Wilson arrived in Rome at midmorning to a vast crowd and stiff ceremony. He met King Victor Emmanuel and Queen Helena, received by government officials, with enthusiastic ovations. In the Quirinal, he urged a League of Nations and just peace terms, praising Italy’s leadership and stressing that settlements must be based on right.
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