Debate on Cummins measure returns to private rail control
Washington December 17 report states President Wilson open to private railroad control. Tumulty met labor and farmer delegates seeking two year delay before return. Delegation led by Samuel Gompers urged postponement and withdrawal of the bill.
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Kans City jury to hear 32 member espionage case
In Kansas City Kansas on December 17 the 32 defendants in the S W W espionage case faced a jury. Government attorneys described them as members of a disloyal organization aiming to aid Germany with plots to overthrow the government. Defense argued they were victims of suppression of free speech and cited John Brown era constitutional rights.
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North Dakota Declared an Industrial Democracy by Judge
Justice James E B Robinson of the North Dakota Supreme Court described the state as an industrial democracy in ruling on a case brought by five taxpayers opposing the Nonpartisan League industrial plan. Counsel argued the state lacked power to invest in private businesses and that such activity violated the federal constitution and a republic form of government. The decision was taken under advisement.
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Newsreel steel breakthrough linked to Sheffield professor
London dispatch notes the Daily Mail crediting John Oliver Arnold of Sheffield University with a new hard steel newsreel alloy far surpassing known high speed steels. The American government reportedly investigates and metallurgists pursue similar lines. Arnold, famed for vanadium steel, argues the invention offers greater hardness and longer life in tool form.
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German arms shipments halted under armistice terms
Reports from Coblenz state two shipments of machine guns and accessories bound for Mexico from Germany were stopped by Allied authorities after crossing Holland. The armistice prohibits export of war material. the German government was asked to explain and warned against further exports. The first shipment carried four carloads of second hand machine guns. the latest totals 2695 guns shipped via Cassel firm Brockelman and Senetgrun to Johan Munts Arms and Tradings in Amsterdam with destination Mexico. Marshal Foch’s information confirms Holland transit and destination.
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Makes Hun Police Aid Bank Robbery
AP reports a French soldier in Belgian captain’s uniform asked the German police chief for three officers to search a local bank. He posted a guard, gathered staff, locked doors, and stole one million marks from the vault. A suspicious officer shadowed him to a cafe where he reappeared in civilian clothes and was later arrested by Belgian police.
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Mexican Jenkins case taints tense diplomacy
Washington reports the Mexican government’s reply to the second American note on Jenkins has not reached the State Department. Secretary Lansing declines to comment until the official text is received while Senator Fall criticizes the administration for abandoning negotiations and warns of no further action beyond a symbolic peace.
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James P. Cannon Arrested by Justice Agents
James P. Cannon editor of The James P. Cannon paper was arrested tonight by Department of Justice agents on charges related to communist activities. The incident occurred in Missouri amid ongoing political tensions.
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Mexican President Carranza may retire Obregon status sparks tension
Washington reports from Mexico City indicate President Carranza’s refusal to retire General Alvaro Obregon and run as civilian candidate for the presidency has created a tense upheaval. Advisers say the move rings into many branches of Mexican life and fuels opposition within a substantial part of the population against the Carrancistas.
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Twin Falls Chronicle Raises Subscription Price
Beginning January 1 the subscription price will be 7 dollars per year for the Twin Falls Chronicle including the big Sunday issue. Until that date subscriptions are taken at the old rate of 6 dollars per year, 3.75 for six months, or 1.15 for three months due to higher paper costs. Subscriptions at the old rate can be sent in before the change.
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Belief Grey Will Not Return as Ambassador
London reports growing diplomatic belief that Viscount Grey will not return to Washington as British ambassador though no official intimation exists. Speculation centers on Lord Reading as a probable successor and interest in the ambassadorship due to his fondness for America and its people.
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League Candidate’s Majority Cut Down in NC Race
Charlotte December 17 revised returns from the ninth North Carolina district reduce Clyde R. Hoey’s majority to under 1500 over Republican opponent John M. Morehead. Hoey, a Democrat and League of Nations advocate, succeeds Yates Webb who resigned. last year’s Democratic margin was 12.
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Angels to Train at Urbita Springs Says Powers
Associated Press reports Los Angeles club owner Powers announced the Angels will train at Urbita Springs near San Bernardino next spring. Manager Killefer and Secretary Weber will depart to arrange details for the Pacific Coast League club.
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Baker Explaining Action on Objector Washington Letter Reveals Policy Shift
Franklin L. d’Oliers, grand commander of the American Legion, releases a letter from Secretary Baker urging that Allan Brams of Minnesota, a conscientious objector recently freed from Fort Leavenworth, be handled by the Justice Department. The Legion met at Indianapolis to consider drastic action via the National Organizations Executive Committee. Baker argues the premature release was a mistake but Brams should face future law violations. the War Department holds that parole status cannot trigger rearrest and emphasizes reformation over punishment, advocating release back to civil life with better morals.
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Compromise on Treaty Near As Senate Debates Ends
Washington December 17 The Associated Press reports signals of a possible reopening of the peace treaty fight as the senate debates the railroad bill. A wide range of views urged conciliation and prompt action to end suspense and establish peace while negotiations progress quietly among senators including Knox of Pennsylvania and Smith of Georgia among others.
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Pershing Welcomed at Ohio State Capitol
General John J. Pershing was welcomed to Columbus Ohio at the state capitol today the event marking his visit to the capital city amidst ceremonies and honors by state officials.
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