Berger Denied Seat in House by 309 to 1 Vote
In a 309 to 1 decision the House denied Victor L Berger of Wisconsin his seat due to wartime remarks. Representative Voight voted for Berger. The Wisconsin governor was instructed to call a special election to fill the vacancy. Governor Phillip later set December 8 for a special primary and December 19 for the general election in Wisconsin's fifth district.
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Dyer Re-Elected Auto Club Proxy
Indorsing the state road building program of James A. Allen, state highway commissioner, the Automobile Club of Western Washington re elected R. M. Dyer president at its annual meeting Monday at the Arctic club. Officers elected include J. T. Harrah Yakima first vice president Dr. W. C. Cox Everett second vice president I. Rowland Tacoma third vice president J. W. Maxwell Beattie treasurer.
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Arctic Club
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Yakima
W. C. Cox
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I. ©. Rowland
Tacoma
J. W. Maxwell
Beattie
Coat Missing After Sign Leads to Arrests at Waffle House
Charles Frances, owner of a Grand Pacific hotel, reported his coat stolen from a hook at a Firse avenue waffle house after two men fled down the street. Patrolman J A McLennan arrested John Hansen 31 boiler maker and J Baur 30 steamfitter, charged with petty larceny in Justice Otis W Brinker’s court. Frances’ coat held as evidence.
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Legionnaires Celebrate as Convention Chooses 1920 Meeting Site
Minneapolis reports on the American Legion gathering with crowds cheering peace over war. Delegates discuss postwar policy topics, including military, education, housing, and veterans benefits as Indianapolis secures permanent HQ and Cleveland is set for the 1920 meeting.
Armistice Day Passes Quietly Across France
France observes Armistice Day with no nationwide celebrations. In Paris Marshal Foch attends a mass at the Invalides chapel for war orphans as the first anniversary of World War I’s end passes with quiet commemorations.
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United Press
France
Marshal Foch
Chicago Armistice Day Silent Tribute Opens Era
At 11 o'clock in Chicago a nationwide Armistice Day tribute began with traffic halting and everyone turning east for a minute of silence. The celebration opened as Sixth Division regulars in Grant Park fired a battery of 75s.
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Grant Park
Will Withdraw Troops From Oklahoma Fields
Oklahoma City November 11 The national guard will be withdrawn from the mine fields as soon as a sufficient number of miners return to work Governor Robertson announced after the strike order was recalled. A Krebs report notes miners will be called to decide next steps once official action is received.
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Man marries stenographer over salary hike belief
A man believes marriage to his stenographer is cheaper than raising her pay. The remark reflects a humorous, controversial take on employment relations and personal incentives in the workplace.
Miners Chiefs Cancel Strike Amid Legal Pressure
The miners' leaders announced cancellation of the strike after a court order and a meeting in which Lewis supported compliance. The action followed a national demand for a six hour day five day week and wage increases, with 400000 miners quitting during the stoppage.
State Miners Await Orders After Eight Day Strike
The Indianapolis conference declared the strike off by 11 m at state headquarters of the United Mine Workers. If mailed to district HQs, it may take four days to arrive. A conference of local union officials could delay resumption a day or more. About 36 locals in Washington state await word as 16,000 miners prepare to restart. Coal production should begin immediately once orders clear, though catching up may take weeks or months.
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Senators Ask State Dept About Mexico Protections
The Senate adopted a resolution directing the State Department to report how far protection for American officials and citizens in Mexico has been secured and what response has been received from the Mexican government.
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Wilson to Aid Coal Miners in Mediation Effort
President Wilson plans to wire mine operators and United Mine Workers officials offering government mediation to resolve the coal strike. Labor secretary Wilson says an immediate meeting will be called between miners and operators to negotiate wage terms and a possible end to the dispute. The American Federation of Labor council supports miners but warns the union may take control if strikes resume after peace is formalized. The nation faces a potential coal shortage as mining has slowed for more than a week and production records may be needed to avert shortages.
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Veterans Parade Scheduled For Armistice Day Evening
Roosevelt Post 24 veterans plan an 8 PM parade led by Col W M Inglis with belts of veterans from many units. The route runs Third Ave Pine to Cherry then to the Crystal Pool. A Red Cross drive aims for 200000 members but falls short at about 60000. Judge S J Chadwick to speak at the Armistice luncheon.
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New Coal Strike Follows Peace Hope Says Labor Leader
Willam L. Harrison, president of the Alabama Federation of Labor, predicts a new coal miners strike after peace is declared. He denounces a federal court injunction as the “rankest, most flagrant outrage” and vows the fight continues until miners gain full justice and liberty.
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Labor leaders press for justice amid U S democracy clash
At a banquet for delegates to the International Federation of Trades Unions Samuel Gompers argues American justice must prevail against any temporary administration when the government fails to uphold democracy and freedom. French delegation leader Leon Joubaux adds workers worldwide will aid one another across borders.
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Leon Joubaux
United States
Armistice Day Message From President Wilson 1919
President Wilson marks Armistice Day 1919 with a reflection on the war victory and its lasting meaning. He praises Allied forces and American mobilization, notes postwar opportunities for peace and justice, and pledges sympathy with world efforts toward coordinated international relations. The White House credentialed address is signed Woodrow Wilson.
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Armistice Day Observed in Washington with Military Salutes
At eleven oclock in Washington, Armistice Day ceremonies began marking the ceasefire anniversary. Riflemen fired in Lafayette park simulating war sounds, then formal exercises followed with planted memorial trees, state rolls and patriotic songs. Across the city choirs sang national airs as citizens joined in.
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Lafayette Park
Paris Newspapers Tied Up by Strike
Paris papers remained shut as printers walked out. Only the Chicago Tribune Paris edition published independently while other dailies weighed a joint issue titled La Presse de Paris to maintain circulation.
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Chicago Tribune
la Presse de Paria
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