Wilson Bryan clash at Jackson Day dinner in Washington
At the Jackson Day dinner in Washington on January 9, President Wilson’s peace treaty and League of Nations statements drew applause from the audience, while William J. Bryan abstained and argued against appealing to the country. Bryan contended Congress must decide peace or war and warned against forcing terms through popular vote.
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Treaty politics split Democratic ranks in 1919 debate
The article reports on intra party clashes over the peace treaty and U.S. plans for a referendum. Senators Lodge Hitchcock and former Ambassador Gerard weigh in on reservations and America’s stance. The president’s letter fuels discord and delays Senate action until after the 1920 elections.
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War Ends and Peace Restored Through Presidential Approval
The article notes that with the conflict nearing conclusion the President is poised to approve a resolution, signaling a return to peace under the current conditions. It suggests rejection would be unlikely given the circumstances and the push for stabilizing outcomes.
Inquiring to Know Normalcy Promises In Industry
Chicago Neuarticle discusses expectations for industry returning to normal amid postwar uncertainty. It questions which version of normal will prevail whether prewar, wartime, or early peace, signaling cautious business outlook and policy debates.
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