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Newspaper
The Daily Alaska Empire
Location
Juneau, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1920
Page
1
The Wobblies murder trial over the Centralia parade shooting on Armistice Day reached the jury in Montesano at 10:08 p.m. The defense pleaded for verdict in favor of liberty and freedom as jurors begin consideration.
Montesano March 13 Judge Wilson instructs jury that self defense does not justify arming to defend property and that shooting from Avalon Arnold Hotels and Seminary Hill could be murder if proven as planned. Prosecutor seeks unbiased verdict while defense argues for liberty and justice and contends confessions were coerced by fright.
Montesano March 13 jury formed this morning in the Wobbly case. It is not expected a verdict will be reached before tonight at the earliest.
Washington March 13 special dispatch to Empire. John H. Rossiter former director of operations for the U S Shipping Board testified before the Senate Commerce Committee on needed legislation for a stronger merchant marine. He cited Alaska rail schedules and route regularity as essential to reduce freight and improve economics, noting tramp steamers could be cheaper than regular liners. Maurice D. Leehey of the Alaska Territorial Shipping Board supported the push for steady schedules to lower Alaska freight costs. Senator Knute Nelson pressed on the difference in costs between tramp steamers and regular liners.
Washington March 13 The House subcommittee on Naval Affairs disapproved three Navy plans tied to the peace treaty outcome. It approved only 200 million dollars in appropriations to continue the 1916 unfinished program as the department's next year construction funds.
Springfield Ohio March 13 Gov Edwards wires the Secretary of State withdrawing his name from the Democratic Presidential ballot in a formal party election update.
Seattle March 13 J R Folmer an engineer was seriously hurt when an engine on a Northern Pacific passenger train from Sumas to Seattle struck and derailed a freight engine. The derailed engine and passenger coaches remained on the tracks and scores of passengers were seriously shaken and bruised at Woodinville near Seattle.
Washington March 13 Herbert Hoover refused to discuss the Navy's war work before the Senate Naval Investigating Committee saying he knew little of the work He termed anti submarine work one of America's key contributions to winning the war His testimony disappointed Admiral Sims who claimed Hoover could substantiate charges of the Navy Department's lack of cooperation with the Allies
Jimmy Wilde the English flyweight champion was decisively outpointed by Frankie Mason of Fort Wayne in a twelve round bout at Toledo. Mason, a world championship contender, controlled the action with sharp counters and consistent aggression throughout the match.
Mike O'Dowd, the world middleweight champion, knocked out Tommy Madden of Brooklyn in the fourth round of their twelve round bout in Denver.
Seattle March 13 police seek Harold Butterworth secretary of the Salt Sea Fisheries Company on charges he embezzled twelve thousand dollars in money and securities owned by the firm. Butterworth is currently at large and unlocatable by authorities.
Alaska secures a share of $100 million yearly for four years to build rural post roads. Gov. Thomas Riggs Jr. and Delegate George B. Grigsby lobbied Senators, leading to Alaska’s inclusion. The bill sets aside $750,000 annually for Alaska roads, with funds usable through June 30, 1927, and allows adjustments for unpatented lands under forest reserve rules.
In New York Broadway crowds witnessed two jewelry store robberies. Bandits smashed a Thirty Seventh Street window and used revolvers to steal trays of jewelry before escaping in an automobile. A second Broadway shop was hit with pepper and more jewels stolen. Police arrested two men linked to the incidents.
Philadelphia police hunt three suspects after they chloroformed a night watchman and robbed two safes of securities valued at 360000 dollars. About 118000 dollars of the securities are negotiable with large rewards offered for capture and recovery.
The article reports a grim outlook as Republican and Democratic leaders near approval of all reservations to the League of Nations Covenant. Administration foresees ratification before week’s end, while irreconcilables say they can muster enough votes to defeat the treaty despite a Republican substitute to article X.
Washington March 13. Senator Lodge has introduced an amendment to the substitute aimed at reconciling the Republican Senate factions over Article X reservations. The changes reflect the position advocated by Senator Berah, leader of the irrevocables, who seeks to keep America from European conflicts over territorial integrity and political independence.
Vancouver defeats Seattle 3 to 1 in Monday night contest to take 1-0 lead in the Pacific Coast Hockey Association series. The two-game format determines the league champion who earns the right to face Ottawa for the world title.
Reports from Paris and New York detail German forces entering Berlin to seize control and dismantle the assembly. Eb ert and his cabinet declare a general strike and flee the capital, with Dresden named as new government seat. Markets react as marks fall to 1.20 cents while Washington analysts remain cautious on a broader revolution.
Cologne dispatch reports Berlin abandons monarchist aims and vows treaty fulfillment. London notes government overthrown as troops seize Wilhelmstrasse and General Director Von Kapp becomes Chancellor. Von Kepp names Gen. Von Luettwitz as commander and dissolves the General Assembly amid a general socialist strike.
Berlin dispatch reports the revolution expanding to provinces as officials declare the new government a constitutional liberal regime. They announce an upcoming election and stress nonreactionary action.
Washington on March 13 reports anxiety over a monarchist counter revolution in Germany. The movement appears to gain power in Berlin with figures linked to the Fatherland Party and anti peace stance. Names cited include Chancellor Von Kapp and General Von Luettwitz, once Belgium’s military governor.
Official circles in Paris expect the Allies to stay aloof and let Germany determine its own government. They view the German revolution as unfortunate, hindering reconstruction that had begun and gaining momentum each week. The delay is believed to harm the German people.
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