Ford testifies in libel suit over war views and Delavigne role
Henry Ford testified in a $1,000,000 libel case against the Chicago Daily Tribune about his war views and a writer, Theodore Delavigne, who shaped much of the published material. Ford said Delavigne often spoke for him and he did not recall many specifics, noting Benedict Arnold was mistaken as a writer and denying full knowledge of all Delavigne publications.
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World Wide Ship Strike planned by Reds and I W W
Lusk committee evidence outlines a world wide dock and marine strike plan aimed at halting ocean traffic by September 1. Bolshevik influenced unions reportedly disrupted Buenos Ayres harbor and spread radical propaganda among workers. The Rand School case looms with a writ prohibiting use of raid documents, as authorities seek to annul its charter.
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Daylight Saving Fees Reopen Fight Seeks Repeal
Washington notes that daylight saving again dominates Congress. The Senate backed repealing the law, and the House Agricultural Committee plans to substitute the Esch repeal bill for the rider objected by the President. If vetoed, leaders expect a two thirds override.
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$25,000,000 in Stored Liquor Is Endangered
New York homes and clubs hold a vast stock of liquor valued at billions in potential contraband if a proposed amendment legalizing holdings before July 1 passes. Analysts estimate millions of homes and club lockers contain quarts and bottles that could be seized, with bonds of whiskey and gin valued at hundreds of millions. The scope includes private stocks, club lockers, and government bonds, signaling a sweeping enforcement risk.
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Control of Wheat Given to Barnes Proclaimed
President Wilson centralizes wheat control in Wheat Director Jules H. Barnes via license system. Barnes will regulate export import distribution milling and baking with authority to adjust prices and loan payments. Export import limits on flour set by Barnes and guaranteed price for 1919 wheat raised to 2.30 a bushel at Galveston and New Orleans to ease traffic strain.
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Japan Seeks Only a Part Of Shantung
The Japanese embassy statement says Tokyo seeks a partial Shantung settlement only, arguing a limited approach similar to settlements in Shanghai. The note frames the demand as a measured compromise aligned with ongoing regional agreements.
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Japanese Envoy Denies German Shantung Treaty
Atsuji Debuchi, Chargé dAffaires, says Japan has not agreed with Germany and condemns the so called treaty as German manufactured. Embassy notes Kiao Chau district of 200 square miles and joint China control of the Tsingtao rail line as Japan aims for return of Shantung while keeping settlement rights. Officials say full returns depend on German delivery of lease documents and may take six months to a year.
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House May Investigate All Acts of Burleson
Washington July 16 Plans for a broad investigation of the Post Office Department and Postmaster General Burle son are being drafted by House Republican leaders. A resolution to authorize the inquiry will be passed before the upcoming recess in August. The standing House Committee on Expenditures in the Post Office Department, chaired by Zihlman of Maryland, will conduct the probe.
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British Press Attacks Carson as Disturber of Peace
London July 16 British papers from all parties assail Ulster leader Sir Edward Carson for tactless references to the United States and for threatening to call out Ulster Volunteers to resist Home Rule. In Parliament lawmakers argued over action for incitement to violence, while officials said the speech did not break the law.
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Republicans to Repeal Soda Ice Cream Tax
Washington July 15 Republicans announce repeal of the 10 percent tax on soft drinks and ice cream. The steering committee referred the measure to the Ways and Means Committee which will draft the repeal. Some leaders predicted passage within two months.
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House to Examine Mexican Problem Hearings Lead to Fletcher Witness
The House, led by Chairman Campbell, will begin hearings on the Gould resolution to create a six-point joint select committee to probe the Mexican situation. Ambassador Henry P. Fletcher will be called first, with power to summon Cabinet members and other officials. The inquiry would cover U S Mexico relations since 1910, treatment of Americans in Mexico, and claims arising from violence and property losses.
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U S Britain Military Pact Denied by Law
London July 16 Andrew Bonar Law, the government leader in the House of Commons, denied a report that Great Britain and the United States had formed a military agreement.
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Wilson Opens White House to Congressional Talks
President Wilson hosted seventeen visitors including Senate and House members and others as part of a new two hour open house policy. Secretary Tumulty prepared a list of fifteen senators for invitations to continue discussions on the league of nations, with some opponents expected to attend for the President’s viewpoint. Continued on next page.
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Republicans Invited to White House Over Covenant Text
President Wilson plans to share his draft of the League covenant with the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Republicans, including Lodge, will discuss reservations to strip Article X’s teeth. Democratic senators Reed and Gore back the reservation, signaling broad support to modify the treaty draft from Paris.
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