Roosevelt Proposed Arbitration in Venezuelan Dispute
Washington reports President Roosevelt urged allied powers to submit the Venezuelan dispute to The Hague tribunal. The powers countered with a proposal that Roosevelt arbitrate himself. He may reluctantly take the role to prevent bloodshed and protect commercial interests if a Hague reference cannot be agreed.
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Proclamation Closes Venezuelan Ports Amid Blockade Measures
London officials publish a blockade proclamation for La Guayra Carenero Guanta Cura na Carupano and the Orinoco mouths effective December 20 with grace periods for arriving vessels and penalties for violators. A New York trolley wreck in Wee Hawken injures three women fatally or near fatally and leaves fifty seven hurt as six freight cars detach and strike the trolley.
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Berlin Says Roosevelt Invited as Arbitrator After Consultation
A semi official Berlin statement says Roosevelt was invited to act as arbitrator after thorough talks between Germany and Britain. It notes an understanding was reached on reservations and that the German note will align with the English note on all essential points.
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Italy Seeks Peaceful Venezuela Settlement Support
In Rome on December 22 Foreign Minister Prinetti, replying to Ambassador Meyer, praised the United States for promoting a peaceful settlement in the Venezuelan arbitration matter. He said the Italian government and the king share this aim and are directed toward the same end.
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Bank in Pennsylvania closes. Mason named receiver
Washington reports Comptroller Ridgley closes the National Bank of South Pennsylvania at Hyniman Pennsylvania and appoints bank examiner Walter R. Mason as receiver.
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Ridgley
National Bank of South Pennsylvania
Hyniman
Walter R. Mason
Funeral in Washington for Julia Dent Grant
A large assembly including President Roosevelt and cabinet members attended funeral services for Julia Dent Grant in Washington. The casket was then moved to New York by train after a service at the Grant home and Metropolitan Methodist Episcopal Church.
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Cortelyou
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Blockade Decree Declares Venezuelan Ports Under Restriction
Berlin reports a German decree imposes blockade on Puerto Cabello and Maracaibo after Venezuela rejected a prior demand. It grants sailing periods for vessels based on flag and vessel type and outlines penalties for attempting to break the blockade.
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Burglars Dynamite Safe At Miller’s Drugstore
Des Moines report says burglars dynamited the safe at Miller's drugstore in Valley Junction, securing about $3,000 in cash and checks. Residents above the shop were not awakened by the blast.
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Des Moines
Wood For Sale By HouRon Wholesale Fruit
Carload of hardwood advertised by HouRon Wholesale Fruit and Produce Co. offering a volume sale. Local buyers encouraged to contact for pricing and pickup.
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