Belfast Strike Ties Up City and UK Shipyards
A Belfast correspondent reports about 200 000 workers across the United Kingdom affected by strikes in Belfast and other regions. The conflict centers on a demand for a forty hour week, with electric and gas workers joining shipyard crews. disruption spans London Clyde South Wales Manchester and Glasgow. Hospitals risked darkness as lights were restricted and safety ruled, while some shipyard workers sought to return to work amid tense picketing.
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International Cooperation in Mining Proposed
SEW YOTUK Jan 28 International cooperation in mining across North America will be a principal topic at the American Institute of Mining Engineers convention here February 17. Sessions with Canadian engineers and joint sessions with the American Institute of Electrical Engineers are planned. Prominent Canadian members will attend. Topics include capital relations, policy and a North American mining law. The federal shipyard visit and electrical welding topics are also on the program with sessions Wednesday.
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Judges Galaries Increased by Statemen in Washington
In Washington on January 28 a legislative report on the budget recommended increasing salaries for state judges. The proposal would raise annual pay by 1500 dollars for each seat, affecting the judiciary and related offices.
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Mary
Immigration Restriction Favored by Officials
Washington Jan 28 officials favor a law prohibiting immigration during peace reconstruction periods. Ailan resident could bring wife and children under 18, including nephews and orphans, while tourists would be allowed temporary entry. The immigration committee tentatively approved the treaty signing with a 7 to 2 vote. several members were absent.
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Siberian Railways Costly Monthly Losses Reported
Jan 26 Siberia's Trans-Siberian railroad loses about 0.6 billion rubles monthly, says Finance Minister Mikhailoff, with plans for Allied-backed reorganization to fund running costs and large material purchases. He cites increased expenditures and tax receipts growth as signs of regime stability.
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Tuegla
Supreme Court Ends Arguments in Debs Case
Supreme Court concluded arguments in the Debs espionage case. Eugene Debs, the socialist leader, seeks reversal of a verdict finding him guilty under the espionage act. The court took the matter under advisement with no decision date given.
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Salt Lake Juvenile William Besa Held After Escape
In Salt Lake City a 16 year old, William Besa, who escaped the county jail and was recaptured from Ogden, faces decisions by juvenile court authorities and the county attorney on whether he can be charged as a felon with a possible prison term for several burglaries. The case tests applying felony charges to a minor under eighteen.
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William Besa
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Congress Approves European Relief Aid for Armenians Syrians
The report shows Congress adopts a relief bill requested by President Wilson for Europe and Near East. It authorizes funds for relief to non German areas and specifies Armenians Syrians Greeks and other Christian or Jewish populations in Asia Minor. The measure also directs wheat use policy and awaits presidential approval.
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NO CENSORSHIP DURING PEACE PARLEY IN PARIS
Paris dispatch reports Captain acts Tr dieu French High commissioner to the United States and a French delegate at the peace conference pledging no foreign press censorship during the conference. He quoted that freedom of transmission will be total and articles will not be censored even if unflattering to ministers. Turk Cabinet Resigns in Saloniki following Allied demand Turkey restore property and end harsh actions against Greeks and Armenians amid war aftermath.
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High Praise for Gen Pershing and His Fine Troops
Washington January 23 Senator Wadsworth of New York praised General Pershing and the American fighting machine in the senate. He argued that equipment shortages stemmed from early war department confusion, noting some blamed the soldiers while Pershing proved doubters wrong.
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U S Mine Layers Commanded In North Sea Operations
Admiral Traves supervised American mine laying in the North Sea during wartime. The operation was hazardous and critical to the U boat campaign, reflecting grim and challenging naval warfare activities.
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North Sea
Turks Joining Tartar Turks Join in Armenian Atrocity Fears
London reports intensified Turkish and Tartar forces joining to attack Armenian villages. Allies fear a fresh cycle of atrocities as Armenian towns may be relieved. In Baku Turkish reinforcements with Tartar and German troops reported, with about a thousand residents evacuated or displaced amid the upheaval. Paris sees a Lebanon delegation arriving to protect Lebanon’s Christian communities amid historic Christian governance under European protection since 1860.
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Opposition to government railroad ownership voiced
In Wastington on the Senate state commerce committee day, H t. Fulbright of Houston representing the Southwestern Industrial Traffic League urged restoration of rate regulation to the Interstate Commerce Commission and opposed a ratified department. He argued public shipping does not favor government operation or ownership despite claims it has not been fairly tested. BUENOS AIRES HONORS KAISER
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Lenine Orders Murder and Sack of Towns Across Estonia
A report from Reval states Lenine has ordered Holmet troops to retake Narva region towns within a week, sack them, and target allied bourocoire. Meanwhile Spartacans reportedly overturn the government in Wihotrahaven. Cave ordered court martial of recanonents and traffic detours from Wchnushaven.
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President Lifts Restrictions on the Near Beers
President Wilson announced a proclamation on January 24 designating the lifting of restrictions on near beers and malt beverages, but the measure could not take effect until the United States is attacked as advised by the State Department. The brew prohibition under the December 14 war conservation law remains referenced without new terms.
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Wilson
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Food Conservation Changes Appetites Across Canada
War time campaigns in the Canadian Northwest have shifted diets with hundreds of tons of meat and game once unused now consumed monthly. Whale and shellfish lead sea foods, beaver and fur-bearers gain meals, while beaver meat draws hotel interest in Manitoba and Atlantic menus. The Dominion food board reports millions of pounds of Pacific whale meat eaten as the drive to market new sources expands.
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Y. W. C. A. in Paris Hosts Honor Reception for Wilson
TARIS January 27 The American Young Women's Christian Association held a reception at the Paris headquarters this afternoon honoring Men Woodrow Wilson. About 400 prominent French men and women in Paris were welcomed by Mrs Taylor head of the Y W C A Paris, Mrs Wilson, and Miss Wilson daughter of the President. BRUSSELS January 2 Miss Marge Wilson arrived in Brussels Monday afternoon on a quest at the American legation.
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Allies Raid Bolshevists City of Perm Rescued by General Gaida
Report from Vladivostok states General Gaida’s forces rescued Perm from Bolshyevists after a raid that killed and wounded soldiers. Japanese and Soviet troops clashed near Mozunova with casualties on both sides. The official inquiry claims Perm’s population died from Bolshevik terror but claims no children remain in the city.
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Scheme for internationalizing Germanys colonies proposed
Paris and Washington dispatches report discussions at the peace conference on placing Germanys late possessions under league guardianship. Wilson would have a league administered scheme, with nations sharing trusteeship and a focus on Pacific and African territories. Debate highlights opposition from Britain and Japan while Australia and South Africa seek retention or realignment of spheres of influence. Argentina signals possible support for Wilson plan as labor issues and immigration policy loom at the talks.
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Archangel Front Skirmish Near Tulgaa on Dvina River
Reports say Moniloygian forces failed at midnight to dislodge American and British troops from fortified positions near Tulgaa on the Dvina river southeast of Archangel. Artillery bombardment by the enemy accompanied the assault.
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Bolshevik Comment On Allies Call For a Conference
Paris dispatch notes a Bolshevik reaction to Allied calls for a conference with Russian factions. Izvestia of January 26 argues the invitation’s indirect nature avoids addressing the Russian people while signaling a potential rapprochement between adversaries of the new regime. The piece cites Berne telegraphy and Neklar reporting on Tebbeherin, Stockholm envoy, and Ussalevist emissary actions.
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Secretary Daniels Probes Action of Naval Guards
Secretary Daniels instructed Rear Admiral Usher of New York to investigate and report on the suppression of loyal naval guards and police during a chaotic night. The meeting of discharged robbers sailors and mariners had speakers criticizing the government.
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