Mexico Opens Doors to German Immigrants
Mexico offers welcome to German colonists after exclusion of the Southern Republic from the League of Nations. Reports say about 5,000 Germans may be admitted as tax pressures in Germany prompt emigration. Aguirre Berlanga says migrants will receive the same guarantees as other foreigners and immigration law changes are being prepared. Some Carranza opponents object to admitting centenaries and Germans, amid political disputes.
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League of Nations
Washington
Mexico
Mexico City
Aguirre Berlanga
Governaccion
Germany
Senor Berlanga
Congress
Carranza
Odéte
Transatlantic Dirigible R-34 Completes First Round Trip
The R-34 dirigible completes its first Atlantic round trip, arriving in Pulham where officials confirm the historic milestone in airship travel. Afloat from New York to Europe and back, the expedition showcases early transoceanic aviation progress.
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Hothe Port
Pulman
German Blockade Raised Report From Berlin
The economic blockade against Germany is lifted per the council of five decision, allowing resumption of trade with the former enemy power. Great Britain signals support for British firms to distribute goods there. A Berlin report notes the shift.
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Washington
Germany
Great Britain
Berlin
To Check Up Luxury Tax Washington
Internal Revenue Service report outlines steps to review high value purchases under luxury tax rules in Washington. Officials emphasize compliance, audit triggers, and filing guidance for individuals and businesses.
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Washington
Internal Revenue
Magnates Seek World Food Control Says Wilson Report
A government inquiry to President Wilson details the five meat packers extending influence across 672 companies and 775 commodities. It warns this domination risks monopolizing food markets and by products, urges full public ownership disclosure, and notes unfair competition may grow without strong laws.
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Ite
Wilson
United States
Yong
Collision With Iceberg Sinks Part of Ship Off Cape Race
The Allen Muer Grampian collided with an iceberg off Cape Race. Two people were killed and two injured as the steamer carrying about 1,100 passengers and crew had its bow crushed above the waterline.
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St. Johna
N. F
Cape Race
Milwaukee plans twenty five Great Lakes ships to Europe
The United States shipping board aims to deploy twenty five ships from the Great Lakes to Europe. Milwaukee and other harbor cities are listed as routes for these direct transatlantic passages. Plans call for a fleet serving lake ports and European destinations.
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Lake Gillies
Milwaukee
United States Chipping Board
Great Lakes
Europe
Jahan Wn
Nebraska notes glimpse at booming economy and political moves
Edison era building surge in Nebraska with Plymouth ice plant and a $100,000 Alma milling firm. Lincoln police buildup amid fall crime wave. county seat move debated. real estate sales surge in Alma. Beet sugar plant planned at Culbertson. various rail and road actions and court reprieves noted.
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Nucholls County
Nelson
Superior
Alma
Nebraska Federation
Omaha
Midwest
Lincoln
Culbertson
Senate Committee Sets Stage for Wilson Treaty Probes
Washington reports the Senate Foreign Relations Committee approved three resolutions demanding information on the Versailles negotiations. They probe the Shantung settlement, a suspected Japan Germany secret understanding, and Costa Rica’s belligerent status. Debate opened with firm lines as Wilson offered to consult with committee members.
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Shantung
Costa Rica
Washington
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Wilson
Versailles
Japan
Germany
White House
Costa Rican
Test of Germ Theory Under Dr Zettel Exposes Quarantine
St Paul doctor H A Zettel conducts an electro exposure test to prove germ theory and enforce quarantine measures. The procedure reportedly uses leprosy as part of the testing protocol.
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Claude K. Shedd
Iowa State College of Agriculture
Nebraska
University of Nebraska
St. Paul
Seamen Strike Envelops New York Harbor
Some 50 000 seamen on United States Shipping Board vessels have walked off their posts in New York. Thousands of stewards cooks and other workers joined the action. Leaders vow no settlement until terms favoring seniority and closed shop principles are met.
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New York
United States Shipping Board
Proce
Stee Hegas
Sy Amet Ag
Bishop Scores League Enemies New York
The Right Reverend disputed figures in a New York league, alleging rival factions sought to undermine his authority. He called for unity and reform within the church community.
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New York
Fragmentary political note hints at costs and ardor
A clipped passage discusses costs of subjects and potential effects on support for a president. It references expressions of interest from others and suggests shifting sentiment as issues unfold. The text is incomplete and offers no clear names or dates.
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