22 Jan 1919
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Newspaper
Princeton Daily Democrat
Location
Princeton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1919
Page
1
The lower house defeats the Wright bill including provisions on unlawful possession of empty bottles a defeated poison sale regulation and changes to voting qualifications introduced by Rep Smith.
Indiana house debates on suffrage and anti prohibition measures with votes and committees. Beardsley prints bills, literacy tests and poll tax receipts are discussed, while new constitutional amendments push equal suffrage and registration rules.
Paris dispatch reports American commission warns a mass migration may roll across Europe toward the west unless the peace conference acts. Frederick Howe notes widespread poverty and hunger driving soldiers and displaced workers to seek land and homes, while many Europeans abroad eye return with hopes of farms and status. The group urges concrete plans at the talks.
Indianapolis January bill sponsor Clinton A. Givan pushes nonpartisan judge elections. The measure removes party markings from ballots and requires candidates to run by petition only, with penalties including fines and potential prison terms for violations. Proponents argue it would reduce political influence and increase impartiality in court rulings.
Two returned soldiers from France will be guests at the lodge gathering this Wednesday evening. Ed. Criswell and Rollin Maxam, secretary, urge attendance and note the social session to follow the meeting.
Coal operators in Terre Haute Indiana deny a Washington report predicting a price drop after February 1. They say production costs justify current pricing with No 3 vein coal averaging 2.07 dollars per ton from April to October last year, while mines charge 2.35 dollars.
Indiana University alumni and former students will meet at the high school building Thursday at 4 15 P M. Full attendance is desired.
Paris dispatch reports the supreme war council will send a US Britain France and Italy delegation to Poland to address the Russian problem at the peace conference. Officials indicate a limited Russian soviet attendance is likely and a plan to invite diverse Russian factions to Paris is favored.
Paris January 22 report of Taft or Root succeeding Col House on the American peace delegation is false. Col House has no plan to withdraw and his health is improving. He remains in close contact with delegates as Wilson plans to return to the United States in February and may go back to Paris if needed.
Lieutenant Clarence C. Rumer asks if the war is really over warning that victory requires more than ceasefire and occupation. He argues Allies must purge war lords and ensure a stable German government before declaring full victory and ending vigilance.
A report states Manuel is returning to the throne of Portugal as monarch. The document suggests possible seizure of government control by royal factions amid political tensions.
A report from Madrid says Former King Manuel of Portugal arrived off Lisbon aboard an unknown vessel. Premier Barbosa, leader after the president's assassination, was said to be arrested then released after agreeing to uphold the monarchy. Advices note Manuel proclaimed king in Lisbon amid monarchist victories in northern provinces.
In six weeks of occupation the third army military court tried 123 Germans for infractions amid a population of about 750000. The justice shows remarkable order under American rule with most arrests for violation of the hynaner rules and for purchasing food from soldiers.
Washington January 22 Progressives forced a major concession from the old guard in the fight over archaic Senate rules. A Republican caucus ordered a committee to study amending the rules with Senator Lodge to name the panel. The Norris plan aimed to break the control of key legislation by a few chairs. progressives expected rejection but were surprised as broad support for change emerged.
Dublin January 22 The British government has not replied to the Sinn Fein challenge. England’s silence marks a flagrant sedition question. Ireland stands as a republic on paper with elected representatives asserting self determination and sending delegates to the peace conference.
Indianapolis January 22 Indications show the present legislative session will likely consider far fewer bills than the recent norm. In 1908 there were 26 House and 16 Senate bills. normal sessions see about 450 per house. Only a small share of bills become laws, with 1915 setting a high total of 1,520 bills and 360 enacted.
In Indianapolis on January 22 the Indiana state Grange with 6500 members held its session. Governor Goodrich's legislative program was a main feature and the administration tax bill drew discussion led by state tax commissioner Fred A. Sims. Also examined were proposed amendments to the highway commission law.
Isaac D Straus federal state director for the United States Boys Working Reserve urges enrollment of every boy aged 16 to 21 to boost Indiana food production. Over fifty high schools report active organization aiding the drive, and enrollees will not be drafted before June to avoid interference with academics.
Union City faces a dry era as Indiana nears statewide prohibition while nearby Ohio may go dry in May. Some local residents fear loss of business tied to thirsty travelers. others hope national prohibition becomes selective before Buckeye State goes dry.
The Indiana Retail Lumber Dealers Association held its annual convention in Indianapolis on January 22. A joint session with the National Builders' Supply Association featured addresses by W. H. Sheyer of American Wall Plaster Chicago John Snaizer Jr president Builders' Supply Association and W T Rossiter president Ohio Builders Association.
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