Grey letter stirs gossip on peace treaty debate
Washington reports show party leaders preparing to resume the peace treaty debate with no clear procedure until Monday's call. Senator Titencowk plans a Saturday conference on points likely to arise, while whispers of President Wilson’s influence and a letter to Senator Hitchcock fuel discussion of reservations and colonial vote concerns.
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Six Offers Proposal on Military Service
SPRINGFIELD IL Feb 6 Con scientious objectors would not escape military service although they would not be compelled to enter combatant branches of the service if a proposal by Delegate Rollo Six of Barry becomes part of the new basic law being framed by the Hitnois constitutional convention Mr Sixs proposal contains the entire military code for the constitution It conforms to the present constitution with the exception of that part pertaining to the service of conscientious objectors Persons collecting city and local taxes would be required to make monthly statements by a proposition submitted by Delegate Walter J Wilson of Chicago Mr Wilson presented another proposal providing for consolidation of local governments in Chicago Restriction of representation in the general assembly would be accompanied by a corresponding reduction in taxes for state purposes by a proposition of Delegate Morton D Hull of Chi
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Unusual Ellis Island tale of love and forgiveness unfolds
Miss Emily Knowles and her four month old baby arrive at Ellis Island. Mrs. Cora E. Spiker of Baltimore, wife of Perley R. Spiker, embraces them and forgives her husband who confessed to the affair. Spiker intends to marry Emily, adopt the child, and raise the baby with her brother Guy Spiker. Emily says she is happy and would marry Guy.
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Letter Forgiving a Cheating Partner in Crisis
A letter to Emily from CORA SPERER expresses deep sorrow and empathy after betrayal. The writer asks to forgive the other woman, notes the pain endured by Emily and her child Ray, and hopes for reconciliation by the following Sunday. The note pledges love and support while acknowledging possible separation and longing for reunion.
Former Assemblyman Guilty in Criminal Anarchy Case
New York report states Benjamin Citlew former Bronx assemblyman was found guilty of criminal anarchy by a state supreme court jury after a two and a half hour deliberation. He remains in jail until February 11 for sentencing with a maximum five to ten year prison term. Indicted alongside James Larkin Irish labor agitator.
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Darrow Counsel Penalties in Gitlow Appeal Case
Clarence Darrow of Chicago Githow's counsel indicted an appeal would be asked taking exception to many comments of the court to the jury during the charge Gitlow arrested in a portion on communist quarters last November He was charged with criminal anarchy related to reproductions of the communist party manifesto in the Revolutionary Age extremist newspaper he was connected with.
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Coast Hit by Storms and Deep Snow
Huge waves driven by a 50 mile gale scour the north Atlantic coast as cities dig out from deep snow drifts. New Jersey and Long Island resorts suffer hundreds of thousands in damage while coal transport to New York slows due to cold, ice, and high seas. Snow depths reach 15 to 18 feet with trains hours late and ferry traffic disrupted.
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French Loan Portions to be Floated in United States
Paris reports a portion of the new French loan will be floated in the United States without a bankers consortium. Bonds will pay 3 percent interest, redeemable with a 50 percent bonus within 60 years, and will also be offered in London in pounds sterling on the same terms.
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Marshal Koch Joins Ranks of Immortals in France
In a grand, public ceremony in Paris the famed Allied military leader Marshal Koch was inducted among the immortals. He was received by a French nation in a moving display before a large assembly of spectators and dignitaries, marking a high honor for his world war leadership.
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Prohibition Stills Seized in Local Narage Bust
Authorities seized several stills and confiscated liquor during a Wednesday raid in the moors area. The operation targeted illicit alcohol production by individuals named Pearty and Darries, with officials reporting the arrest and seizure of equipment. Further details were not released.
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Wilson Saw Peril Of U-Boats First Asserted By Daniels
New York reports Secretary Daniels credited President Wilson with recognizing the need to shut German submarines in the sea early. He praised the North Sea barrage as pivotal in destroying subs and boosting morale, critiqued Republican politics, and urged a League of Nations while stressing a merchant marine reform. Cummings backed ratification with reservations if needed.
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Wilson OKs Sale of Thirty German Passenger Vessels
President Wilson approved the sale of thirty former German passenger vessels after bids to the Shipping Board, with a clause keeping ships under the American flag and subject to army needs in emergencies. The sale will be by public auction to ensure fair prices, with no single buyer allowed to acquire the entire fleet unless a sufficient offer for all vessels is received.
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Berlin Count Von Trernstorff Faces Allied Pursuit
One of the most surprised men in Berlin Count Von Trernstorff former ambassador to the United States is reportedly sought by the Allies for alleged ties to Bolospatha. He says he is not afraid to face trial and warns that arresting those demanded by the Allies could trigger severe maternal disorders. Vorwaerts adds government action would require broad national support.
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Senators Warn Against Government Paper Waste
Washington reports that Senator Smoot charged executive departments wasted paper, citing 30,144,362 copies of speeches printed from July 1, 1916, to last July 15 at a cost of 442,000 dollars. He urged immediate action amid a paper shortage and criticized McAdoo’s use of government print for campaign material. He blamed the Senate for overlong Congressional Record usage and urged curbs on daily newspaper size.
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Railroad Shop Crafts May Launch a Strike
DETROIT February 6 Grand officers of the United Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way and Railway Shop Laborers report little hope for a satisfactory adjustment with railroad officials over wage demands. A strike of about 300,000 members could be unleashed if average wage increases of forty percent are not granted. The conference, opened Thursday afternoon, will run until a Washington decision is announced. Arbitration is ruled out by the Brotherhood. A final resort possibility is to submit the wage dispute to President Wilson.
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Von Lersner Puts Berlin In a Hole About Extradition
Berlin reports that Baron Von Ler sners refusal to forward the extradition list from Paris has embarrassed the German cabinet and the foreign office and led to his removal from his post. The action is not officially condemned but cited as a source of embarrassment to the government.
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Deer Airmen's Release Delayed Near Nacozari
Douglas Ariz Feb 6 The release of Lieutenants Watt and G M Usher who landed Monday 16 miles south of Nacozari Sonora Mexico is expected to be delayed for several days due to unknown reasons.
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NAMES ON FRENCH CRIME LIST INDEPENDENT OF EXTRADITION
Berlin reports at Cabinet session that ministers deem surrender of named war crimes suspects an utter impossibility. About 900 names listed, many misspelled. France Belgium demand 334 each, England 57, Poland 57, Romania 41, Serbia four, Italy 25. One woman, Elsa Scheiner, appears. Von Mackensen wanted by Serbia and Romania. Von Arnim by England. Hindenburg disputed. Tirpitz on both Belgian and English lists. Official courier delivers list to Berlin as Paris notes that allied demand notes will be examined by the German government.
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English Pound Draws Face Value At Postoffice
Chicago February 6 English pound bought for 3 28 at La Salle street while the postoffice offered 487 for money orders to purchasers. A dollar yielded 12 francs in the financial district but the postoffice gave 5 francs 15 centimes for 1. Foreign money orders sold here exceed those cashed abroad, the postoffice said, yielding a profit. Canadian dollars reached par at one point 82 cents at banks. The American Friends of Irish Freedom said they would accept dollars at par for Sinn Fein bonds.
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Nearing Settlement On Railroad Demands
Washington officials of the railroad administration and union leaders, in talks over wage demands, expressed hope that another day would yield a crystallization of agreement. Both sides remained optimistic though no settlement was promised, as discussions stayed secret. Rail road men reviewed current wage schedules and debated alleged inequalities.
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