Measure proposes compensation for former emperor under Prussian efficiency bill
Feb 3 report notes a draft bill before the Truss that would, in the name of national welfare, seize private fortunes while paying former emperor Wilhelm II 1000000 marks as compensation. The piece frames the plan as benefiting the general welfare and cites the government’s right to property amid political upheaval.
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Leaders form committee to promote shipping securities value
Washington February 4 The shipping board chairman Payne announces a committee to educate the public on shipping securities valued at about 2 million dollars. Commissioners and notable bankers from New York Chicago Pasadena and other cities join the effort to boost private investment in ships and marine commerce.
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Italian Cabinet to Reorganize Under New Premier Plan
The Italian cabinet prepares a new reshuffle to energize government and broaden its base amid political tensions. In San Quentin news, inmate No 33406, convicted of Freda Decome’s murder, is accompanied by his mother during prison intake.
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Palmer Defends Moderation In Deportation Fight House Hearings
Attorney General Palmer told the House that deportations of radicals and broad enforcement measures are too drastic. He cited estimates of 40,000 Communist Party members and 14,000 Communist Labor Party adherents, arguing for constitutional safeguards while warning that revolutionary threats justify law and order. He claimed widespread newspaper activity and circulated pamphlets display the need for firm legal action rather than sweeping statutes.
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Threats against Spokane Superior Court Judge prompt police guard
Spokane, Feb 4 threats declared against BR M Webster, a Spokane superior court judge, triggering a permanent injunction against the Industrial Workers of the World and police protection for the judge. Separately, Aurich reports Denmark and Austria plan to declare permanent neutrality under a League of Nations framework.
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Hold Your Horses Women Will Wear Snappy Trousers
Paris fashion reports daring Oriental inspired summer outfits in gold and silver fabrics featuring trousers with shoe-top straps and stone embroidery. Lacing rumored for next year is incorrect. most women may not need corseting, street dress hems remain near fall length, jade green underdress and jade green flounce jacket with embroidered lining gain approval in elite shops.
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Terrible Picture of Petrograd Described by Professor
Jan 27 Petrograd described as a city starved by famine cold and disease. Professor Zeidler president of the Russian Red Cross reports conditions show widespread hunger and depopulation. Spotted typhus and Spanish influenza have claimed many lives while authorities struggle to maintain safety as robbers haunt deserted areas after red army searches.
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Jenkins Not to be Recognized as Consul
Formalities to cancel official recognition of William O. Jenkins, U.S. envoy at Puebla, are under way in Mexico. Jenkins, kidnapped by bandit Federico Cordada last October, faced Puebla authorities for alleged complicity, with the case now before the federal court. Mexico governors plan to meet in Mexico City on February 5, a holiday, amid much interest.
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Americans killed in Syria brigand raid near Aleppo
Three American relief workers were killed February 1 near El Mali north of Aleppo while part of a convoy delivering relief supplies. General Gouraud at Beirut notified Washington and regret was expressed. Names of the victims were not released in the dispatch.
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Two Persons Killed in Limerick Rioting
LIMERICK February 4 two people died in rioting as demonstrators clashed with an armed military patrol and constabulary. Wihard Dwyer of the Trepublican was killed and Lena Johnson a young woman wounded by abbot died yesterday. Troops were confined to barracks and theatres closed as Catholics advised to keep off the stream. Berlin meanwhile moves to curb foreign capital with a bill before the Fruaman national council to prevent undue absorption of German properties.
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Sterling Falls to 3.33 Dollars in New York Market
The English pound sterling slid to a new low at the start of trading in New York, touching 3.33 dollars after yesterday’s drop and offering around 13.27 percent at market opening.
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Refusal to Extradite Germans Sparks German Resignation
Katil von Tera net head of the German peace delegation resigns after informing Premier Millerand he cannot support extradition demands. Von Leraner cites repeated refusals by Germany to surrender officials and vows to return to Berlin by the first train. Allies press for coercive action while French officials emphasize the need to uphold treaty terms and avoid setting a dangerous precedent.
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Public Debt of U S Decreases Milions
Washington February 4 The total public debt fell about 90 million in five months and stood near 720 million lower than the peak on January 31 1919 Secretary Houston said in comparative statements. The declines were principally due to salvage and taxes.
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Major Lee to Tutor Crown Prince Leopold
Major Lee of the French army is placed at King Albert of Belgium for one year to tutor Crown Prince Leopold in Paris. He previously commanded a sharpshooter company and later served with a Vallowa staff, with a later assignment sent to Romania.
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Young Turks Red Army Aims at Constantinople
Dispatch from Constantinople reports the Young Turks red army plans to reach Constantinople to oust Turkish enemies and wage a holy war against Great Britain in spring. Esthonia gains independence under a Soviet Esthonia accord with Russia renouncing claims and granting rail, forestry rights, and energy from Natova rapids.
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Dlepatch
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Pres Wilson Sits on White House Porch Despite Storms
President Wilson appeared on the south portico of the White House despite sleet and wind, showing signs of recovery from a slight cold contracted days earlier at sea. Reported observations note his exposure but no serious illness.
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