Wilson Signs Contend Bill and Census Milestones
President Wilson signed the contend bill making it law while the fourteenth census reports pop figures for Lima Ohio Paducah Kentucky and Huazeton Pa. The piece notes Adriatic diplomacy, Russia's proposal, and various political and local incidents across the United States including trials bank actions crimes and a large seizure of moonshine outfits near Okmulgee Oklahoma.
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Congress
General Pershing Guests and Panama Strike Reports
General Pershing attended Chewalty week closing exercises in New York with Bainbridge Collis as principal speaker in the white room at city hall. Panama reports indicate the 15 000 railway maintenance strike in the canal zone is mostly settled, with West Indians making up most strikers.
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Bainbridge Collis
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White Room
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Panama
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Swedish secretary leaves Washington for London post
Personal Ake Hammerskpold, first secretary of the Swedish legation at Washington, will leave for London to accept a post under Sir Eric Drummond, secretary general of the League of Nations. William A T Finies of Chicago elected president of the Chicago and Northwestern railway to have executive charge of the road. Mrs. Richard Doherty, wife of Judge Doherty, gave birth to twins in ten years of marriage. both mother and babies doing well. Morrison Marshall, three-year-old adopted son of Vice President and Mrs. Marshall, died in Washington after several days illness from excess acid in the blood.
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Eric Drummond
League of Nations
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Chicago and Northwestern Railway
Richard Doherty
Morrison Marshall
Rum Rebellion in Northern Michigan a Surprise
Edward W. Pickard notes a rare local disturbance in Iron River where authorities clashed with liquor inspectors over home brew. Federal and state officials opened an inquiry as the so called revolt subsided after authorities seized and poured out the wine.
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Rnin
Iron River
Uquor
Chicago
Washington
Rail freight rate estimates hover as railways return to owners
Government experts spent the week estimating advances in freight rates and possibly passenger fares to place railways on a sound footing as roads revert to owners on March 1. Labor chiefs led by Gompers plan to back congressional candidates favorable to labor and push Cummins Esch amendments amid broader railroad legislation debates.
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Congress
Wilson selects Bainbridge Colby as secretary of state
President Wilson announced the selection of Bainbridge Colby of New York to replace Lansing as secretary of state. The choice surprised many who expected Baker or Polk. Colby’s nomination faced early opposition and potential Senate hurdles, with Senator Calder of New York indicating he would oppose it.
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Peace efforts and rival aims amid Soviet-ruled Russia
The text notes Lenin offering peace to the United States Japan and Romania while Allied powers debate recognition terms. It cites a compromise policy from the Allies' council, French influence, possible entente splits, and Polish openness to talks. Military gains include northern Russia’s collapse Archangel and Murmansk surrender, with Denikin opposition from Kuban Cossacks seeking people rule.
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Supreme Council Plans on Turkey Faced by Critics
The supreme council's proposals regarding Turkey are challenged from multiple angles, with voices including English officials and allied leaders voicing opposition or concern.
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Republican leaders sidetrack universal military training feature
Opposition to the universal military training portion of the army bill leads Republicans to omit it from the present measure. A special subcommittee will draft a separate training bill slated for action at the next session in December. Both parties may include training planks in their platforms. A. H. Kahn remains a strong advocate but concedes separate legislation is the practical path.
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Woman's remedy for woman’s ills touted in Knoxville letter
Mrs. Pearl Hill of Knoxville reports long back trouble and fatigue eased after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Liver Pills and Sonative Wash. The letter claims the medicines restored appetite and ability to work and invites others to publish similar testimonials.
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Pearl Hill
Jacksboro St
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