Western Union President Testifies Before Senate Panel
Newcomb Carlton, Western Union president, testifies that British naval authorities examine all Great Britain cable messages for light on domestic disturbances. He disputes Elihu Root Jr statements and says the company will pursue licenses through courts while awaiting a decision and later hints Colby assured licensing.
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Farmers Confer Over 1920 Market Problems
Farmers from over a dozen states meet in St. Louis to seek relief from plunging prices they blame on factors beyond supply and demand. The National Board of Farm Organizations calls the conference representing sixteen farmers groups with about 1.5 million members. C. S. Barrett of Union City, Ga. presides.
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Mondell urges rigid economy in federal appropriations
Washington D C Dec 16 Representative Mondell Republican leader urged tight budgets for the next fiscal year to cut the Treasury estimate of 4 653 8 million by about 1 4 billion He called for deep cuts in army and navy and sundry civil expenses noting the existing excess over current appropriations by more than 914 million He accused the administration of inconsistency in its estimates and economy pleas.
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Naval Balloon Lost With Three Officers Aboard
No new information on the naval balloon that departed Rockaway Point Monday afternoon bearing three naval officers. Station officials said no update has been received on its whereabouts as of today.
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Mail Early Slogan Under Question as Mail Volume Stagnates
Washington December 16 The Post Office Department voiced concern over widespread failure to follow the mail early slogan. Officials noted no real rise in Christmas mailing volumes by December 15 this year, contrasting with a 50 percent increase last year.
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Reparations Conferees Meet at Brussels
Economic experts from five allied powers and Germany met in Brussels to begin negotiations that will shape Germanys war reparations. German delegates arrived last night and appeared defensive at the conference table.
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Severe Earth Shocks Reported by U Seismograph
Seismographs at Georgetown University recorded a severe earth shock in the early morning with its origin estimated far offshore. The event, described as the worst in two years, began at 7:25 and peaked at 8:07 with readings continuing past 9:50.
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Constantine and family sail for Phaleron from Venice
Former King Constantine of Greece, the Queen, and their children departed Venice aboard the Greek warship Averoff for Phaleron near Athens. The voyage follows years of exile as Greece seeks stability amid ongoing political changes.
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Hundreds apply for jobs after contractor ad
Philadelphia December 16 a contracting firm advertised for twenty five men and the crowd of applicants grew so large police were called to maintain order. Those chosen were sent to Lakehurst New Jersey where a harbor for the navy is being constructed.
Tennessee Alabama and Georgia Road in receivers hands
The Tennessee Alabama and Georgia railroad has been placed in receivership by Federal Judge Sanford in Knoxville. Bosworth Smith, general counsel, filed the application and Charles Hicks, the current general manager, was named receiver.
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Insurance Firms Urged Not To Leave Mississippi
Jackson Mississippi December 16 Associated Press. State Insurance Commissioner Henry urged insurers doing business in Mississippi not to withdraw after a billion dollar anti trust suit filed by Stokes Robertson. Henry said he was not consulted before the suit. Attorneys and officers for the defendant companies began arriving to survey the situation and a decision on withdrawal was expected by week’s end.
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Poindexter Anti-Strike Bill Clears Senate
The Poindexter anti-strike bill passed the Senate today without debate or a recorded vote and moves to the House. It makes interference with interstate commerce a felony.
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Masked robbers hold up hotel guests at Astor
Three masked men burst into Owen Linthwaite and H L Worley rooms on the second floor of the Hotel Astor New York. They seized cash jewelry and valuables, one robber was caught. two escaped after a struggle with a witness police officer arriving.
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Testimony Links Mrs Cutts to Poison Claim in Shepard Case
In Macon Georgia on December 18 testimony at the preliminary hearing said Mrs Annie Cutts declared Shepard was poisoned by Paula and her gang naming Paula as widow Shepard’s alias. Witnesses described Shepard’s last week with defense noting his chronic illnesses and alcohol use.
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Notices posted by Ku Klux Klan threaten Reds and undesirables
Typed notices signed Ku Klux Klan were posted in Anniston warning Reds undesirables and anonymous letter writers that the Klan will back up authority in a prior vice crusade. Police chief Rutledge and Governor Kilby have received threatening letters. In Geneva four nations Bulgaria Costa Rica Finland and Luxembourg joined the League of Nations as France and Australia abstained on Bulgaria.
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De Valera Hid in United States as Safety Pledge Sought
Ramonn De Valera, self styled president of the Irish Republic, is hiding in the United States and may return to Great Britain if given safe conduct by Lloyd George. The information was announced by Harry Boland, described as presidential secretary.
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Chicago Negro Population Increases by 65 491
The census reports Chicago's Negro population grew by 65 491 in the last decade, reaching 109 594. The white population stands at 2 589 104.
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Senate panel to continue investigation into building conditions
The Senate committee probing the building situation including housing conditions was authorized to continue its work. The resolution approved in Washington DC on December 16 authorized the continuation and the employment of counsel to aid the committee.
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Richmond Man Arrested After Robbery Incident
The assailant identified as Lawrence Handiboe, 22, of Richmond, Virginia, was arrested after a robbery and felonious assault scene. He faces charges of robbery and felonious assault.
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Klan activity reported in Alabama cites multiple towns
Officials in Atlanta say a local Ku Klux Klan may exist in Anniston and indicate similar groups have formed in Anniston and Birmingham. They note these locals have aided authorities to curb highway robberies, earning praise from Birmingham police.
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Unemployment in Britain Grows as Severe Weather Strikes
London reports unemployment in Great Britain rising with severe weather adding urgency. Labor circles estimate about a million men out of work as almost every trade feels the impact.
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Coolidge Talks With Harding Today
President-elect Harding seeks advice from Vice President-elect Calvin Coolidge on upcoming administration issues. Coolidge expected to serve in an advisory role and handle occasional special missions during his visit. Coolidge planned to spend several hours with Harding before heading back east.
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Mexican railway strike averted after telegraphers vote
Mexico City December 16. The threatened general strike by railway telegraphers and station agents was averted as workers voted to accept terms offered by the management and union leaders. Details indicate a settlement was reached avoiding disruption to rail traffic.
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Indian Revolutionists Sentenced by Landis
Chicago December 16 The United States court of appeals upheld three year sentences for Hre la Lal Gupta George Poo Bach Albert Wehde and Gustcv Jacobson convicted of fomenting a revolution in India and organizing a military expedition against England Their trial was before Federal Judge Lan dis.
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Draft Evaders Ten to Be Prosecuted
Washington officials report charges filed with the House Judiciary Committee to investigate prosecuting draft evaders and deserters. The panel weighs a bill to extend the statute of limitations for prosecutions under the Selective Service Act from three to six years.
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Demands Kit Averted. Arbitration to Resolve Remainder
Yesterday tensions eased as several demands by the workers were granted. The remaining issues will be submitted to arbitration for final settlement.
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