Senate Concludes Historic Session War Demand Demobilization
Washington March 4 the 65th congress adjourned sine die with a test vote signaling support for demobilizing all U S troops in 30 days despite a filibuster that blocked the general deficiency bill and four other appropriations. The session saw failed attempts to attach a League of Nations endorsement and a last roll call as the vice president called time.
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Senators who filibustered the general deficiency bill
Washington March 4 a group of senators filibustered the general deficiency bill in the senate and were condemned by the president at the White House. La Follette of Wisconsin spoke from 1:50 to 5:30 am France of Maryland spoke from 5:30 to 7:30 am Sherman of Illinois spoke from 7:30 to 11:30 am.
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Irish Resolution Passed by House in Washington
At 7 o'clock this morning the house voted 216 to 41 to pass the Irish resolution urging the peace conference to favorably consider Ireland's claim to the right of self determination.
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Miss Rankin's Farewell to Congress in Washington
Miss Jeanette Rankin of Montana, the first woman in Congress, gave a farewell speech as the 65th Congress adjourned. She regretted leaving before women gain suffrage and entrusted lawmakers with the task of enfranchising American women. Representative Monell of Wyoming lauded her statesmanship amid applause.
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Wilson Refuses Extra Session Amid Senate Filibuster
President Wilson, from the White House, reiterates his refusal to call an extra session of the 66th Congress blaming obstructive senators for stalled legislation. He cites duty to attend the Paris peace conference and to stay in close contact with public business, expressing confidence the people support his choice. Senate and party leaders reply that a special session could be called, while noting the president’s reluctance to convene a subordinate Congress.
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Ranger Will Case faces corroborating witnesses
On March 4 in New York three witnesses testified for the defense in the Ranger Will case. Richard H. G. Cunningham of Stamford, Conn., along with Edith Ranger and Carl Myer, defend Cunningham, Ranger, and Wexler in a conspiracy to substitute a false will for Henry Ward Ranger. Amy Shields, Edward Connelly and Arthur Howard testified they overheard Cunningham and Wexler discuss Cunningham's innocence.
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Auto Bandits Strike Bedford Stores and Rail Hub
Auto mobile bandits in Bedford Massachusetts broke into three stores the post office and the railroad station early today rifling cash drawers and escaping with only twenty dollars from a drug store. Police aided by the State Guard townspeople hunted the desperadoes but failed to capture them as street lights aided the manhunt and guards scoured the countryside.
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German Assembly Dissolved Mayhem Follows Berlin Riots
An Ex change Telegraph dispatch from Copenhagen reports the German national assembly at Weimar has been dissolved and may not be reconvened. Riots erupted in Berlin late Monday as crowds disarmed police and seized several police stations, signaling a volatile political crisis.
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House adopts NSSA majority report on league activities
Washington March 4 the house adopted without roll call the committee majority report investigating the National Security League. The panel yesterday found the league violated the federal corrupt practices act.
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Eight Hour Day Strike Shuts New York Harbor
Thousands of harbor workers quit at 6 am amid an eight hour day demand crippling New York port. Some 54 000 longshoremen threaten sympathy walkouts risking up to 100 000 related jobs. Commuters stranded on Staten Island as police mobilize. government ships spared. Local officials anticipate mediation as unions push for settlement amid bolshevik accusations.
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Sunday Movies to Be Legalized in Hartford and Washington
A sweep of debates on postwar policy unfolds with Governor Calvin Coolidge urging removal of artificial barriers to labor and price stabilization. Washington hosts a governors and mayors conference on peace time employment, while Hartford considers Sunday laws and funding for schools and roads amid reconstruction efforts.
Wilson Leaves for New York on return trip
President Wilson boarded a special train at Union Station for New York at 1:59 PM after a demanding week in Washington. His party includes Mrs. Wilson, Edith Benham, Admiral Grayson, Isaac Hoover, stenographers Cross and Swein, and secret service. The White House said Attorney General Gregory resigned. other State Department attaches will travel on the George Washington but are not in the immediate party. Wilson planned a frank speech at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York on the League of Nations, stressing it as the only path to peace and predicting a possible bipartisan shift in the Senate upon ratification by European nations.
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Clash With Strikers at Leipzig and Berlin
Shots were exchanged in a clash between government troops and strikers at Leipzig today. The confrontation, tied to March events, underscores ongoing tensions involving authorities and labor groups.
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Clearing House Statement shows debit and exchanges data
New York March 4 statement reports a debit of 889,911 dollars and 601 exchanges totaling 54,736,168 dollars as part of ongoing clearinghouse activity.
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