Dutch Extradition Crisis Prompts Possible Blockade
Paris Feb 3 The en ten te note replying to Holland’s refusal on extradition of former Emperor William nears. The note may be conciliatory yet threaten measures such as breaking diplomatic relations or a new blockade of Dutch ports if Holland refuses again. The council approved public disclosure of the note and discussed reprisals for William’s arrest request, with decisions to be firmed at Friday meeting. Poland’s arms request and a defensive alliance talks with France Belgium and the Taw progress in conferences at Varso. Brussels dispatch says Belgian government sent a proposed common defense plan to France.
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Secretary Daniels Defends Medal Policy Over Submarine Attacks
Secretary Daniels testifies before the senate on naval awards, arguing shore duties and afloat service differ. He says commanders at sea face decisive, perilous moments and that awards policy should reflect the danger and responsibility afloat, with enlisteds’ honors examined for proper merit.
Teachers Prefer Pay of Army to Present Salaries
In Pittsburg on February 3, thirteen male public school teachers proposed to the board of education to switch to an army style pay and subsistence plan. They served in World War I and seek $344 per month with board, clothes, and lodging. They say current salaries, from $120 to $27 monthly, do not match that amount.
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LLNS SYSTEM OF OPERATION DESCRIBED TO SENATORS
Washington reports describe an examination of LLNS operations in Mexico by Henry A. Kans. The discussion contrasts Villa style governance with Cantaro government tactics, noting Villa’s finality and use of levies. Observers say Villa stabilizes areas by suppressing looting and collecting receipts, while opponents demand ongoing control and larger demands.
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Railways Face Need for Fair Rates, Prouty States
Poston Fess The pelicgipin that railroads must be allowed a fair retural upon their saluation and that cases should be established. Charles G. Prouty, director of valuation at the Interstate Commerce Commission, told the Associated Industries of Man archments that some rate increase is necessary and praised the Cummins railroad bill’s anti strike provision.
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Delayed remark on awards to Bagley and officers
Mr Daniels defended the board of awards led by Admiral Knight and denied any favoritism toward Commander Bagley or related officers. He described a late note from the secretary as the easiest way to obtain information and asserted there was never a question of bias in the award recommendations.
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Henry Ford Dig in Michigan Senate Case Opens
In Grand Rapids Michigan February 1944 jurors hear opening statements in a grand jury trial over charges of conspiracy and campaign spending related to Henry Ford and James A. Newberry. Prosecutors describe a heated hot campaign amid wartime, while defense emphasizes Michigan law on lawful expenditures by candidates’ supporters.
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Michigan
Water squeeze urged by league on rail stocks
Citizens' National Railroad League presses to squeeze water from rail stocks and fund a revolving one billion dollar facility to secure rail financing at low rates. The call comes amid other wartime reports from Turin and Durin including attacks on ships and arrests linked to General Nigra’s forces.
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Nigra
Maflan
Istria
Wall Street Interests and Railroads Debate Government Relief
A brief note argues that Wall Street interests favor funding for ten to fifteen years to cover the railroads' entire debt without deducting amounts owed to roans. It frames this as protecting both the country and settlers, presenting the government as a potential financer of full railroad liabilities.
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Ing’algo
WIFE GIVES WARM GREETING TO WOMEN LOVED BY HUSBAND
Massachusetts arrival details a complex scene as Miss Knowles and five month old Alfred May Knowles reach Boston from England. Family and friends welcomed them at Fall River and New Bedford, while the couple expresses reluctance to discuss engagement or marriage plans despite the public gathering.
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Plea for More Farm Laborers Moves House Vote
The House immigration committee considered a bill to permit temporary Mexican farm laborers for work in Texas New Mexico and Arizona. Supporters argued a labor shortage requires easing immigration rules while opponents urged tying any exemption to broader labor conditions. Amendments aimed to extend head tax renewal and tests with broader country exemptions were tabled or debated.
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Canada
Lieut Newnan Dies From Airplane Fall in December
Washington dispatch reports Lieut Gwandell Barren Newnan of St Louis Michigan died from injuries in an airplane fall at Bolling Field in December while stealing a monoplane. He aided in Liberty motor design and had entered the continent contest last October but was sidelined by engine trouble in San Francisco. He was a test pilot for the Navy and a member of the Naval Aircraft Board.
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Mich
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San Francisco
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Aaval Air Ceraft Board
Fresh Revolutionary Troubles in Honduras
Managua February 3 report says a fresh Honduran uprising led by former vice president Alberto Membreno and Peday Nazaria Soriano was defeated by government forces and the rebels are retreating toward the Nicaraguan frontier after a heavy loss.
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Honduras
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Peday Nazaria Soriano
Caskets Purchased for Return of Army Dead
The War Department reports 17,000 caskets at a cost of $1,193,508 will be used for returned American war dead. Bodies buried in France will be sent to next of kin for interment in the United States. Manufacturers were told to expedite deliveries and the Casket Manufacturers Association notes no plan to create a market or raise prices, aiming to facilitate the government task.
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France
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He Casket Manufacturers’ Association of America
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Daylight Saving Bill Adopted by Paris Chamber
PARIS, Feb. 3. The chamber of deputies adopted the daylight saving bill sending it to the senate for action. The bill fixes March 35 as the date to set clocks forward one hour and defines summer time to extend to October 25. Due to coal shortages, the bill allows the summer period to end earlier in 1920 and 1921.
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