Nations League and Peace Settlement Debate in America
Special to The Northwestern reports that the league of nations and the peace settlement will be major political issues in the United States. It notes broad support for a league among many Americans, with opposition from some critics and Senator Borah. The piece argues the US should help prevent another war, while cautioning against overburdening allies.
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Stockholm
Missouri Senator Attacks League of Nations Climate
In a joint session Senator Reed of Missouri criticizes the league of nations charter as a threat to American sovereignty, labeling it a mandatory world government and alleging British influence shaped the plan. He cites potential entanglements and questions withdrawal provisions amid a backdrop of rising European tensions.
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Jefferson City
Missouri
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Reed
League of Nations
League
Europe
England
Conviction of American Socialist Society Upheld by Judge
Judge Mayer upheld the conviction of the American Socialist society linked to Scott Nearing who was acquitted on sedition charges. The court denied a motion for a new trial, and an appeal will be filed. Nearing, once a university professor, admitted writing The Great Madness criticizing America's entry into the war. The society printed and circulated the booklets.
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New World
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American Socialist Society
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J Bryan Recovers From Illness to Celebrate Birthday
Washington reports W J Bryan, long ill at friends home, has recovered enough to join Mrs Bryan at a Baltimore hotel. They will mark his fifty ninth birthday tomorrow.
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Washington, D. C
W. J. Bryan
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Baltimore
Mr. Bryan
Baker and March Visit San Francisco Military Inspection
Secretary Baker and General March arrived in San Francisco today for an inspection of military sports and will depart tonight for San Diego.
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Baker J
March
Toder
San Diego
Orders Spartaride Rioters Executed in Berlin
Gustav Noske orders execution of Spartacists halted during combat in Berlin. German government minister of military affairs directs authorities to execute captured rioters.
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Gustav Noske
Berlin
Gustar Noske
Adaira
Definition of intoxicating liquor must be put into law
Associated Press report from Washington and New York describes lobbying to define intoxicating liquor in wartime prohibition. Brewers argue beer up to 2.75 percent alcohol may be produced while prosecutors seek authority to enforce limits. Pabst declines to resume beer production. New York brewers plan legal action and await DOJ opinion.
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Washington, D. C
Anti-saloon League
Wayne O Wheeler
Thel' League
Congress
Internal Revenue Bureau
Department of Justice
Internal Revenue
Roper
New York
Ofinton
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Dhu Hoot
William D. Guthrie
Lager Beer Brewers” Board of Trade
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W. D. Guthrie
Pabst Wont Brew
Mulwaukee
Pabst Brewing Company
Milwaukee
Influenza Aftermath Spreading Across States
News reports indicate a wave of sleeping sickness like illness following influenza, with many cases in New York City Chicago and San Francisco among others. Authorities count dozens of deaths and hundreds of illnesses as health officials study the mysterious malady and possible precautions.
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Associated Press
Newark
Neares
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Sprindel
Agen
New York
State Brewers Clash Over Alcohol Threshold Ruling
WH Austin, counsel for the state brewers association, challenged a ruling by the internal revenue commissioner that beverages exceeding one half of one percent alcohol qualify as intoxicants. He argued the order exceeds his powers and that only Congress and the state legislature can define intoxicating beverages.
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Korean Independence Movement Expands Across Provinces
Reports indicate the Korean independence movement extends widely and is well organized with heavy participation in provinces. Riots centered at Ping Yang and arrests include foreigners and nurses from the American hospital, while some police officers are reported killed in the interior. Premier Hara denied rumors that Abbott’s China visit aims to edge out Japanese capitalists, stating talks show American bankers seek cooperative investments in China.
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Tokyo
Ping Yang
Seoul
Abbott
Toko
Hura
China
John J. Abbott
Continental and Commercial Trust
Bank of
Chicago
Japan
America
Uchida
Takahashi
Hog price conference to address rising pork costs
Washington reports rising hog and pork prices may trigger action by the Food Administration. Frederick Snyder Edgar Rickard and Ben Allen plan a conference in New York to discuss possible limits on packer profits under wartime authority.
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Food Administration
Grain Corporation
New York
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Herbert Hoover
Ben S. Allen
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Chicago
United Press
North Wisconsin presses for Moody replacement on conservation board
North Wisconsin legislators query Governor Philipp about appointing a conservation commissioner after Moody's death. Rumor says Neal Harrington, returning from France, will be named. Harrington is praised as highly qualified by supporters while opponents fear the appointment may be premature.
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Madison
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Myoe
FL Moody
Philipp
France
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Mosdy
Conservation Commission
Harrington
Engineers Corpe
California sleep sickness toll rises in rat bite case
The report notes a California woman linked to a rat bite who died after sleeping for two weeks. It states she had survived on vaccination for twenty one years and collapsed following a prolonged sleep period.
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United Preetowa Bratch
Debex
Terroths Chapman
Long Leach
California
There May Be an Extra Session of Congress Before June
A local newspaper notes talk of an extra congressional session before June, with reports on major road measures proposed at the national capital and a developing strike in Lawrence. It mentions a forthcoming world treaty of peace speech by Daniel H. Grady and a confessional case about a mother and a misled child. Drainage discussions rise in the legislature.
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Congress
Lawrence
Daniel H. Grady
Doctor Wilkins hunted for alleged wife murder case
Long Beach physician Dr Walter K Wilkins is sought on a charge of murdering his wife Julia at their Long Beach home on February 27. Investigators found a lead pipe matching a piece found beside the victim and a hammer wrapped in part of the same newspaper. District Attorney Weeks, who pursued the Blanca de Saulles case, says the newly discovered will and $75,000 estate motive prompt charges.
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Associated Dreax Y Long Beach
Walter Keene Wilkins
Long Beach
United Press
Dr. Wilking
Cine
Wilking
Nedhbor
Iron and Steel Men Meet Over Price Stabilization
American iron and steel institute members, appointed by Secretary Redfield, met in New York to discuss price stabilization. The gathering, postponed due to EO Gary's illness, planned talks with George N. Peek and other members of the Secretary of Commerce committee, with plans to travel to Washington.
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New York
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Redfield
Berk
EO Gary
American Tron and Steel Institute
Peiford
Privex
Washington
George N. Peek
Meatelde
Income tax case on trial at Eau Claire
An income tax dispute in Wisconsin centers on Frank Leu Broush claiming immunity from taxes by claiming residence change to Minnesota. The case seeks $500,000 in alleged taxes for a year. The Sixteenth district court heard the matter as of today and may conclude later today or tomorrow.
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Bayfield
Frank Leubroush
Dean Triah
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Houtin
Minnsapelis
Minn
Minceapale
Sinn Feiner Escapes From Mount Jew Prison
Marten Sinn Wen, member of parliament from West Wicklow, escaped from Mount Jew prison. British government circles fear the daring breakout could inflame tensions as the Sinn Fein rebellion seeks vengeance.
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Marten Sinn Wen
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Hie
Allies Say Helgoland Fortifications Must Be Razed
Allied officials state the Helgoland fortifications on the German island must be dismantled as part of postwar arrangements. The war council will decide on canal tolls and peaceful use of waters, while questions of warship ownership and port duties are under study.
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Velgoland Asia
League of Nations
League of
Italy
Women Back at Work Restored by War Board Order
Women streetcar conductors and railway workers who were discharged are reinstated to their jobs under a new War Labor Board directive. The order restores seniority and related privileges previously lost, reversing the earlier board decision.
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Dtelalon
Six Hour Work Day and Mine Nationalization Endorsed
Frank J. Hayes of the United Mine Workers urged a six hour work day a five day week higher wages for miners and nationalization of coal mines in a policy committee address in Indianapolis. He argued collective bargaining with the government and stressed unemployment and industry hazards as reasons for reform.
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Associated Press
Lidianapolis
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Minora
Frank J. Hayes
United Mine Workers of America
Hinges
Bayeszas
Wisconsin Assembly Passes Law On Crow and Wildlife Bounties
The Wisconsin Assembly sent several bills to trainment, including a measure to require counties to pay bounties on crows hawks and other birds, defend the crow as a food conservation aid, and postpone the Koethe bill on skunk hunting. Other enacted items include veterinary care rules and road cost adjustments. Assembly also adjournment for a week to allow legislators to be home during election week.
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McClone Bil
Presure
Herbert Hoover
Pederson US
Oman Street
Webster
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Neslweg
Milwaukee
J. W. Connor
Dynamite Used to Fight Gconto Flood and Schools Closed
Reports from across the nation describe dynamite being deployed to mitigate floodwaters after a dam break near Sillex. Water and ice movements were halted, but the flooded area caused closures of three lumber mills and two city schools while many children evacuated from the Jefferson district. Mississippi and Ohio river levels threaten further flooding as weather officials warn of rising waterways and vacated lowlands. Deputy weather chief indicates a potential flood stage near St Louis and Cairo as conditions worsen.
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Qeantoe
Jefferson Fand
L 'Gronte
Mississippi
SM. Louis
Mississipp
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St Louie
United States Weather Bureau
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Main Ponte
Cairo
Qhie
Funeral Arrangements For Noted Actress Reported
Los Angeles reports arrangements today for the funeral of actress Cansance Crawler known for Verve land night scenes. The obituary notes she appeared with prominent actors before coming to the American stage.
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United Press
Los Angeles
Cansance Crawler
Verve
Mee
Sir Herbert
Peetbohm Tree
Ente Usb
Lace
German Reform Urged After War Leader Warns
Maximilian Harden, editor of Zukunft, says Germany’s new republican government mirrors the old regime and must be overthrown. He urges liberal entente collaboration and warns Bolshevik danger, while praising Wilson’s influence amid blockade disputes. He criticizes Ebert’s election and Germany’s peace prospects.
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United Preas Stat
Walted Mrasay
Berlin
Courier
Paris
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Zukunft
Germany
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