Berger Unseated by 309-1 Vote in U S House
Victor L Berger of Milwaukee the socialist was denied his seat in the House the roll call 309 to 1 with Rep Voight Wisconsin the lone dissenter The House declared the Wisconsin seat vacant and ordered a special election cautioning that Berger’s antiwar stance and alleged disloyal activities justified removal Governor Philipp announced a Wisconsin special election to fill the vacancy.
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Victor L. Berger
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Wisconsin
Joseph P. Carney
Gillett
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Congress
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Texas
Wis
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Wiscasin
Palmer warns United Mine Workers to obey court order
Attorney General Palmer declares the government will enforce the court mandate to end the coal strike. He says the miners’ strike order violates federal law and that all government power will be used if necessary. AFL leaders back the strike, while labor factions debate the approach as Indianapolis and Springfield await official word.
WAGE HOT BATTLE ON ARTICLE X
Washington on November 11 the senate neared a conclusion on article ten of the league covenant with a reservation unacceptable to the administration. The draft reserved that the United States would not pledge naval or military action without explicit congressional authorize tion. A vote was expected the same day. Debate highlighted Ireland's status under the article as Williams and Ameneins clashed with Walsh over federal patronage. A proposed amendment to broaden qualifications stirred Republican and Democratic tensions before senators adjourned without a vote.
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Armistice Anniversary Highlights From Wilson Pershing Baker
President Wilson General Pershing and Secretary Baker mark the armistice's first anniversary with statements to Americans. Wilson recalls solemn pride and peace ideals, Pershing honors the AEF and sacrifice, Baker hopes for early peace completion and a just postwar world.
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Gompers Denounces Loyalty to Temporary Administrations
In Washington on November 11 Samuel Gompers, representing American labor at a dinner for delegates of the international federation of trades unions, rejected loyalty to any temporary administration that harms democracy. He warned that labor will speak and act according to its judgment, criticizing policies that depart from freedom and justice.
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Samuel Gompers
International Federation of Trades Unions
Gompers
America
Women Urge More Food Aid To Europe
At the Alion al council of women convention in St Louis Mrs Philip N Moore calls for increased food shipments to Europe to curb unrest and radicalism. She says feeding the starving now will prevent bolshevism and other doctrine from gaining adherents, as sessions focus on committee work and plans for the formal opening tomorrow.
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Alional Council of Women
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Tim O Connell to Ohio bounds in Jacksonville event
Jacksons ville Illinois reports Tim O Connell, prominent farmer from near, nearing a notable occurrence on December 15. The notice references his activities in Jacksonville and notes his standing in the local agricultural community.
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Jacksonville
King Enrolls In Red Cross In Paris Booth
King Alfonso of Spain joined the American Red Cross as a subscriber in Paris before sailing home. He spoke with Mrs J Hamilton Lewis at a hotel Red Cross booth and expressed his desire to be a member, noting his long acquaintance with the Red Cross effort in London and Paris.
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Money Sewn In Clothing Of Victim In Hopeston
Hopeston Ill November 11 Officers found more than 1800 dollars sewn in the clothing of Mrs Sabina Cummings age 12 who was murdered by robbers at her home Sunday. Amount taken unknown authorities note earlier robberies and a pistol kept afterward. Neighbors heard noises as robbers are believed to have been there.
Blizzard Rages Across West Delaying Trains
A severe blizzard sweeps the Mississippi valley area disrupting telegraph and train lines. Western Minnesota and Colorado report heavy snowfall and a 25 mile per hour wind. Chicago to Denver telegraph service is cut off. Denver felt the storm after long snowfall. Telephones and telegraphs in South Dakota are also disrupted by sleet.
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Huge Lights Herald Holiday In Capital
In Washington on November 11, three large illuminated crosses appeared along the high walls of the federal estate, casting stark light over the capital as darkness fell. The display drew attention across the city, with observers noting the crosses' size and visibility from major approaches.
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Governor Lowden Reminds Illinois of Armistice Day
Governor Frank O. Lowden issues an Armistice Day proclamation praising veterans of the Great War. He honors those who died abroad and those who returned to aid peace, emphasizing Americanism and vigilance against despotism. The note marks Appomattox Day as a calendar anchor for Armistice observance.
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Ohio Prohibition Amendment Ambiguity Grows
In Columbus on November 1, reports from federal officials indicate increasing uncertainty over the status of the prohibition amendment. The latest official notes reflect continued confusion and caution among the state’s leaders as they await clearer guidance from federal authorities.
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Palmer Declares Strike Violates Federal Law
Attorney General states the coal strike breaches a federal statute and will be enforced. He notes the President deemed it unlawful and the court has declared it so, while affirming labor's rights to organize and bargain. The government urges peaceful settlement through negotiation or arbitration and expects miners and operators to unite for a settlement.
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Miners Divis On Strike Policy
INDIANAPOLIS Ind Nov 11 United Mine Workers executives in conference for over ten hours debated whether to comply with a federal court order calling off the coal miners strike. John L Lewis acting president said the session could stretch all night as officials weighed injunction implications and possible obedience. Delegates reported deep divisions on honoring the court versus challenging it, with some leaders indicating a willingness to fight regardless of injunction. The group planned further talks with district presidents and committees, while most representatives refused to comment as sessions concluded.
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Kansas
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