Mr Wilson Heads For Trouble In Italy Natonalities Clash
The piece cautions that Wilson’s Rome mission faces Italy’s Adriatic claims in Istria and Dalmatia, with Slav vs Italian sovereignty at stake. It notes Trieste and Fiume disputes, Franco Italian tensions, and the risk of future Balkan instability if not resolved by experts.
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Must We Revise Our Codes
The article critiques changing wartime norms on smoking and athletics. It notes two million Americans in France and widespread tobacco use among troops, contrasted with back home anti cigaret laws and a push toward self control. Lucy Page Gaston quits her anti cigaret stance amid this shift and Carrie Nation is referenced as militant reform.
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A National Blue Sky Law by Dr. Frank Crane
Dr Frank Crane argues for a national Blue Sky law to protect new Liberty Bond investors and curb securities fraud. He notes postwar shifts in capital reliance from banks to public investment and calls for a centralized federal standard beyond state laws. He warns of unscrupulous schemes and praises government oversight to safeguard thrift and industrial growth.
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Allied Leaders Voted Confidence in London and Paris Peace Push
The Washington Star notes Lloyd George and Clemenceau emerge as leaders guiding postwar peace efforts. Both men secure strong parliamentary backing, signaling stable tenures though France faces ongoing party instability. Their shared traits and resolve, plus Japan's wrestling lineage, close the report.
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Commons
Freight by Air Within Two Years Says Expert
Washington report quotes Fairfax Nolte, U S government aircraft designer, predicting freight will move by plane within two years and cost less than barge canal transport within five. He says air routes will become a regular option, with no tracks or highways to repair.
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United States
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Theater For Soldiers Opens In New York
The Pershing theater the only U S playhouse for soldiers with free admission opened Friday night in New York city. The opening bill featured The Message of the Star of Gold presented by a volunteer cast led by Miss Margaret Vale niece of President Wilson and a musical comedy The Masqueraders by the Pershing Musical Stock company. After the show a dance for officers followed.
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Senate probes army promotion orders
The Senate adopted a resolution asking Secretary Baker if he plans to modify the order prohibiting army promotions. The action cites discharged men awaiting promotion decisions. London Stock Exchange activity notes need for 25,000 workers daily under peace conditions.
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Senate
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London Stock Exchange
Half Fare Rates For Soldiers In Effect January 1
Clergymen, Sisters of Charity, deaconesses, religious brothers, charity workers, and inmates of national and state soldiers homes may travel at half fare on U S railways. Effective January 1, the concession is supervised by clergy bureaus in New York, Atlanta, Chicago and others. Tickets require proof of exclusive gospel work. sleeping car rates are not included. Director General McAdoo says the policy remains while government controls the railroads.
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Radiator and Boiler Prices Cut by 25 Percent
Chicago January 4 The American Radiator company announces a 25 percent cut in prices of radiators boilers and related staples. Vice President Busch says the cut aims to quicken new building and remodeling and help builders resume full operations despite high labor and manufacturing costs after wartime price increases.
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Sinking of German Capital Vessels Urged by Admiral Rodman
Rear Admiral Rodman urged the House Naval Affairs Committee to sink all German capital ships surrendered to the allies. He testified that the ships were obsolete for Allied use, of different types, and not worth the cost of maintenance.
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House Naval Affairs Committee
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North Sea
Old Man Coyote Tries Patience in Black Pussy Tale
Thornton W. Burgess recounts how Old Man Coyote misreads Black Pussy’s safety in a tree. Prickly Porky the Porcupine unexpectedly aids a shift in the standoff, as Coyote bides his time and watches for a move in the woodland bluff.
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