Veterans urged to cut half of veterans funding
The National Economy League urged a joint Congressional committee to reduce veterans' appropriations by about 450 million dollars annually. The group argued the government already spends nearly half of its annual revenue on former service members and dependents, citing William Marshall Bullitt of Louisville, former Solicitor General.
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Washington
Congressional
National Economy League
William Marshall Bullitt
Louisville
Veterans Bonus Debate Highlights Reductions Proposal
A U S speaker expressed support for the league while proposing cuts of 109 million dollars from Spanish War veterans benefits and 340 million from World War veterans payments. He cited total veteran bonuses and argued against further large disbursements to those not injured. He noted World War totals and remaining debts while calling for restraint. New York reports Rehabilitation projects totaling 105 million in planned funding by January 1. Newton Baker appointed to Ohio State University board of trustees by Gov. White.
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United States
League
New York
A. W. Robertson
Pittsburgh
National Committee On Industrial Rehabilitation
Baker
Columbus
Newton D. Baker
Cleveland
President Wilson
George White
Ohio State University
Relief Demand Heaviest Ever Faced In City
The King's Daughters report record requests for Christmas baskets to feed needy families for eight days starting December 25. About 500 baskets are needed, with 300 more required before distribution. Baskets cost around 3.00 and may be donated or assembled at 12 East Washington Street. Pageant and social at Presbyterian Church raise funds for the baskets.
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E. H. Zeigler
East Washington Street
Presbyterian Sunday School
Travers Named as Baltimore Chief
Howard Travers, deputy fire chief and leading candidate for the eligible list, was chosen by the Baltimore Board of Fire Commissioners to succeed August Emrich as chief engineer of the Baltimore Fire Department.
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Baltimore
Howard Travers
Board of Fire Commissioners
August Emrich
Baltimore Fire Department
Schools Plan for Yuletide Programs Across City Schools
Attractive Christmas programs are planned by city and county schools to close the term. Hagerstown High School presents a two show program in the auditorium with orchestra and glee clubs under Peter Buys and Miss Electa Ziegler, Friday morning and Thursday night public repeat. Cearfoss and Boonsboro schools feature additional operettas and carols with student ensembles and staff.
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Hagerstown High School
Peter Buys
Electa Ziegler
Rebecca Foltz
Glee Clubs
Nevin
Sleeping Shepherds
Angels and the Shepherds
Jesu Bambino
Pietro Yon
Hilda Cornell
Adeste Fidelis
Oley Speaks
Robert Irvine
South Potomac
Woodland Way
Cearfoss School
Boonsboro School
Boonsboro
Eva Draper
Kirkman Keeps Busy with Multiple Maryland State Duties
Walter Kirkman of Catonsville works with Governor Ritchie on the upcoming two year state budget. He holds four positions including Chief of the Bureau of Personnel and Accounts, State Purchasing Agent, Budget Director, and Superintendent of county health clinics. His total annual pay exceeds ten thousand dollars. He attends hearings and prepares reports as the budget nears completion by Christmas.
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Annapolis
State House
Walter Kirkman
Albert C. Ritchie
Kirkman
Catonsville
Bureau of Personnel and Accounts
State Department of Health
Ritchie
Quebec Man Seeks Longer Sentence for Assault
Francois Sauvier of Quebec, convicted of assault, argues for a sentence longer than thirty days claiming he enjoyed prison and would benefit from more time behind bars.
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Francois Sauvier
Quebec
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