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Newspaper
The Daily Alaska Empire
Location
Juneau, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1919
Page
1
Ottawa reports Canada will virtually revert to a peace basis on January 1 though no proclamation declares the war ended. The government notes war conditions remain in force only where needed and warns that prohibition restrictions endure while inter provincial trade resumes.
Paris December 22 The Supreme Allied Council aims to complete exchanges of the final ratification of the treaty with Germany before Christmas, signaling a diplomatic milestone.
The American delegation arrived in New York including Frank Polk assistant secretary of state Admiral Tasker Bliss and Ambassador White. They will proceed to Washington, D. C. to report and plan next steps.
Washington Dec 22 Senator sear Underwood concluded that without a resolution to ratify the treaty with no reservations the Senate would vote to ratify leaving the League out for National consideration.
Basel dispatch reports former Kaiser agrees to stand trial by the Allies but seeks his own time and place to be determined. German lawyers and experts will defend him. The Crown Prince says his father will not appear if summoned for trial.
The plan for a Sunday plebiscite in Fiume to decide if Gabriele d'Annunzio should turn the port over to regular Italian soldiers was abandoned.
Democratic Senators postponed their caucus to elect a leader after the death of Senator Martin. They moved the meeting from Saturday to early January due to many absences and the desire for Canter Glass to participate.
Portland reports melting ice and rain end the flood. Three feet of water was observed on Pendleton streets with minor damage across western Oregon. Weather shifts to warmer conditions. rivers recede slowly as relief arrives.
The steam er Firewood, registered from Bellingham Washington and owned by the Pacific American Fisheries Company, burned off the coast of Peru. The Holland steamer Gorredyk rescued the crew.
London Dec 22 Seven hundred soldiers of Kolchak's army were frozen to death in a hospital near Omsk as brutal winter weather claimed many lives among the expeditionary force in Siberia.
Washington December 22 The executive committee of the Bituminous Coal Operators Association issued a flat denial that operators had agreed or been consulted on the settlement for ending the coal strike by granting a 14 percent raise. Attorney General Palmer called it an amazing repudiation if operators refuse to accept the settlement.
Alexander Mowatt president of the Kansas District of the United Mine Workers of America has been remanded to jail charged with contempt of court for inciting Kansas miners to stay on strike in Indianapolis on December 22.
Cle-Ellum and Roslyn coal strikers have resumed work with about 40 percent back. Officials expect full return by week’s end after international officers explained government terms of the settlement.
Indianapolis dispatch reports a special convention of mine workers to be held in Columbus on January 5. The announcement, issued today, Guthrie notes the gathering aims to address labor concerns and organize actions among miners.
Julius J. Binder, chairman of the local Democratic Committee, announced permanent headquarters will be established in New York to back Champ Clark for the Democratic nomination for president. Similar committees would be appointed nationwide to support Clark's candidacy.
The Supreme Court orders the government to show cause on January 5 why Rhode Island should not begin proceedings to test the constitutionality of the prohibition amendment. New Jersey minor dealers also seek a test of the amendment.
More than forty one thousand dollars in First Liberty Loan Bonds with accrued interest of about thirty four hundred dollars are held by the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco for owners who received Interim Certificates during the First Loan. Owners should exchange certificates for bonds to obtain interest. If a certificate is lost, notify the Reserve Bank for relief procedures.
Brandon dispatch reports hope abandoned for salvaging the 31 crew members of the oil tanker J. A. Chansler wrecked en route to San Francisco. Four bodies recovered on the beach as searchers brace for a larger loss. Marshfield reports believed total missing may reach 36 after the vessel foundered near Cape Blanco in stormy bal last from Portland to San Francisco.
Lieutenant M. W. Maynard known as the Flying Parson and winner of the Trans-Continental race announced he has resigned from the army aviation service and will re enter the ministry He had created a sensation by blaming alcohol for many flight failures and now plans to resume church work
Review discusses Alaska mining under adverse conditions including placer gold declines, costs, labor shortages, and transportation issues. Notes Portland Canal prospects, Hyder, Bear River, Premier mine in British Columbia, and potential future development along Unuk and Iskoot rivers. Mentions Valdez lode discoveries, copper and chrome mines, transportation constraints, and government protection needs for chrome losses.
Washington December 22 legislation amounts to a near total army reorganization with outside defense as core aim and compulsory military training for boys from thirteen to fourteen. Senator Wadsworth says a regular army of about 250000 men is contemplated as the enduring policy.
Secretary Daniels declared that immediate steps are needed to raise navy pay. In a letter to Representative Gillette he noted 102,000 effective personnel exist, but only about 45,000 are actually serving as experienced sailors. the rest are youths in apprenticeships and entry ranks.
General Pershing told Chicago veterans that he favored the nickname Buddy above all his titles. The American Legion declared it will oppose the preaching of revolutionary ideas and propaganda.
Washington reports that 92 percent of temporary officers discharged recently favor universal military training, signaling broad support for conscription era nationwide preparedness.
Congress completed the Sweet bill to raise monthly war insurance from 30 to 80 and broaden beneficiary classes. The act allows payments as a lump sum or in 36 monthly installments and was sent to the President. The urgency deficiency measure also passed.
Seattle dispatch reports Grace Chamberlin wife of pioneer Alaska traveling man Jack Chamberlin died after her son, gassed in France, passed away last week. The couple had moved from Juneau to Seattle to be with their son in service. Mrs Chamberlin had been ill for some time. Both sons served in France.
Judge Morford a well known attorney from Segard Alaska died at the Columbia Sanitarium in Seattle. Death occurred in a city hospital after illness. The obituary notes his prominence and regional ties.
Mrs. Tom Neston, formerly of Nome, died in California and was buried in Seattle today after funeral services.
The transport Buford sailed with 249 radicals banned from the United States amid conspiracy concerns. Emma Goldman and Alexander Berkman were aboard, with Berkman threatening to confront authorities. The group sang the Internationale and voiced revolutionary aims as officials predicted more deportations to Soviet Russia.
Washington watchers report the House, over Representative Cronin of North Dakota’s protest, approved giving the water power development bill the right of way when it reconvenes after the holidays. The move signals advancing consideration of the water power project and related legislation.
Washington reports a modest uptick in industrial disputes according to a Labor Department weekly bulletin issued Saturday. The minor increase reflects ongoing labor tensions as the economy maintains steady activity across sectors.
Yeggmen robbed Columbia Lumber Company in Seattle, taking 500 dollars and prompting a four hour police alert. Mayor Fitzgerald invites Gen Pershing to visit Seattle during his western tour. Palm Olive Oil Company plant in Portland burned, with losses around 350000 dollars and flames over 100 feet high. Fir restrictions in Tacoma lifted. Gen Pershing arrived in St Louis and planned a trip to his birthplace in Missouri. Denmark allocates funds to build a long distance radio station to reach America. In Spokane, thirty seven downtown union barbers strike for higher wages. London expects the Irish Home Rule Bill to create two legislatures for Ulster and Southern Ireland with potential union, and Ireland gains a voice in imperial affairs.
Pasadena report states University of Oregon football team practicing daily for Harvard, aiming to win. Team trains with focus on offense and defense as season nears a key matchup.
NC-4 the seaplane that crossed the Atlantic arrived at Mobile after a disappearance on a nonstop Galveston to Mobile flight. Dense fog forced a descent and a 12 hour stay at Grand Island Louisiana before proceeding to its destination.
Mobile dispatch reports the Navy Department was informed Saturday evening that the seaplane four, piloted by Lieut Commander Read, which made the first Atlantic crossing, is many hours overdue on its return trip from Galveston.
A New York woman declared her husband was deported and led about 160 others in an assault on the Ellis Island ferry entrance. They pelted windows as they threatened radicals awaiting deportation, while shouting against the government before police arrived.
Eleven members of the crew of the transport America were taken ashore at Hoboken on December 22 on charges of mutiny. The ship had sailed for Europe last November and was returning when the uprising began. Authorities expect more arrests as the mutiny investigation continues.
Seattle police under orders swept the city, arresting 171 undesirables at cider joints and pool rooms. Several I W W members were among those nabbed in the roundup conducted December 22.
Headquarters opened in Lincoln Nebraska to back General Pershing as a presidential candidate. An agent tours western states to gauge sentiment for the nomination.
In London on December 22 Sir William A. Tritton and Major Wilson were jointly awarded 75000 for their role in developing the tank as a warfare instrument ending a long dispute. The panel praised Churchill as a state servant and granted him employment for specific services.
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