Big American Plane Makes Quick Trip
The article reports on a swift flight by a prominent American plane under wartime conditions. President Wilson’s wartime advisory to Congress is outlined, urging prompt action on wartime laws and war tax revision. The speech emphasizes labor relations, industrial organization, and national unity as keys to future prosperity, urging cooperation between capital and labor to avoid coercion and hostility. The message highlights calls for tax and regulatory reforms and the need to return communications and utilities to private ownership, with a focus on domestic policy during the wartime period.
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Wilson approves relief plan for electric lines in receiverships
President Wilson sanctions a plan to aid electric railway systems in distress or under receivership. The proposal, covering New York, Denver, St Louis, Des Moines and Spokane, calls for a federal commission to study franchises and rates with representatives from Treasury, Interior, Labor and other bodies, plus industry groups. The White House request asks Redfield and Wilson to speed recommendations to the commission.
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Market reacts to president’s message in New York
Publication of the president’s message at midday sparked a strong stock market response. The return hopes for railroads telegraph and telephone lines under private ownership boosted shares. No sector advanced faster than Chozo issues facing dissolution by the prohibition movement.
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Mourning Week Not a Success Among Germans
Sunday, May 19. The government declared week of mourning in Germany for peace terms, but reports indicate little impact as shops stayed open and people worked. The Volksblad of Halle notes mourning should begin August 1 rather than now.
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Commander Van Dyke Dies in Washington Hospital
First District Representative from St. Paul died of stomach hemorrhage today at a Washington hospital. The veteran served in the United Spanish War and was known for his commitment to veterans’ affairs and local affairs in Minnesota.
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Senate Will Ratify League Amid Debate
Washington May 4 Senator Hitchcock of Nebraska said the senate would ratify the covenant of the League of Nations, but noted divisions over amending or repudiating parts. He argued that opponents could block ratification by denying a majority or driving changes that would delay peace. The speech framed the crisis as a clash between those seeking removal of the League article and those seeking changes to fit partisan aims.
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NC seaplane NC-4 completes transatlantic flight milestone
May 20 report from Washington notes the NC-4 arrived at Venta Delrey from Horta after a 1800 mile flight in about six hours, marking a historic Atlantic crossing. Meanwhile London and St John's assess Hawker's failed bid, with fears for the missing aviators and plans for a new Anglo American race forming.
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Likeness of Kaiser To Be Taken From Metz Cathedral
Metz France April 20 a statue in the shrine of Saint Peter at Sete cathedral has long shown a likeness to former emperor William. French authorities seized it during occupation and added handcuffs and a placard reading fic transit gloria mundi. The statue is now slated for removal and replacement with a new likeness funded locally.
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35000 Troops Arrive Safely in New York
May 20 dispatch reports 35000 American troops arriving in New York aboard steamships Stoneys Taiwan Rechambeau Levanton and Arizona. Many are from the 82nd and 101st Infantry divisions with units from several western states. A Brest port convoy also sails with over 20000 troops aboard Rotterdam Finland Mobile and New Jersey, completing embarkation of the 80th and 60th divisions.
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One Thousand Two Hundred Measures Introduced in House
Washington May 19 A flood of over twelve hundred measures was filed in the house hopper today with aims spanning wartime legeslation and prohibition repeal. Bills include daylight saving act farmer backed measures and civil service preference shifts as well as plans to fund education and Americanization efforts.
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Peru Vote Indications Point to Election Result
In Lima on May 20 indications suggested the voting yesterday and today favored Augusto Lenula, presidential candidate for the Independent party, as Peru prepares for a potential victory announcement.
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Germans Press For Peace Terms In Early Treaty Talks
May 20 dispatches report German pleas for prompt treaty terms and no extension of time for replies. In Versailles American financial experts discuss food supplies and payment methods with German delegates. A Spa conference on May 20 saw German leaders deem the peace terms unacceptable, vowing to seek a workable compromise. Violent rioting reported at Stettin with nine civilians and twenty soldiers killed. German troops occupy streets and homes.
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Trade Board imposes limit on German dye imports
Washington May 20 The War Trade Board announced that importation of German dyes will be prohibited except to the extent needed in the United States. To determine the content eight member advisory committee appointed by the War Trade Board was named.
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Delany Wins Suit for Title to Land Patent
In San Francisco on May 14 the United States circuit court of appeals awarded Belden M. Delany the title to a quarter section of land in Idaho, contested by the Rutledge Timber company. The decision reversed earlier rulings by the Coeur d Alene land office and the general land office had priorly granted the patent to Delany. In Seattle on May 13 Milan Malus of the Seattle Coast League team was informed to join the Belt Lake Klub, per today's announcement.
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