Belgium King Albert Pays Homage in Washington Senate
In Washington the Belgian king Albert and the Duke of Brabant met U S lawmakers, with the king praising American aid as decisive to victory and recalling Belgian democracy. He lauded the lasting friendship between nations and thanked Americans for support in war relief and military effort.
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Shortage Looms Before the American Public
Washington reports a looming coal shortage as a nationwide strike threatens supply. Officials seek guidance on measures to avert disruption while the United Mine Workers press for a thirty hour week and a 60 percent wage hike amid war emergency claims.
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Winter reduces aiding powers and battles near Petrograd
Reports from London October 9 describe worsening winter conditions hampering both sides in the Petrograd front. Bolshevik pressure yields gains south of Petrograd with Tsarskoe Selo reportedly captured as Yudenitch’s forces pull back toward the line from Gateling to Krasnata Gorka. Fighting continues around Kiev while polish detachments hold segments along the Tuna river.
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Dry Leaders Seek Two-Thirds Vote to Override Veto in Senate
In Washington the dry forces push for a two-thirds senate majority to override President Wilson's veto and end wartime prohibition by next January. House vote stood 176 to 55 as leaders plead for delay but cannot halt action. anti-prohibition factions also mobilize for a possible wet option before national prohibition ends. The president later signaled wartime prohibition ends with ratification of the German peace treaty and demobilization, while officials note the army and navy have been demobilized. A Brooklyn manufacturer, Louis Teavitt, was arrested on charges related to possession of large quantities of bacon.
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World Labor Delegates Debate German Admission
World labor delegates debated admitting German and Austrian delegates with full powers to the international labor conference opening here. The organizing committee heard that seven powers favored granting representation, while U S. ratification and timing could affect the conference. Samuel Gompers and the American Federation of Labor were slated for formal representation through Canada. Women from leading nations gathered for the first International Congress of Living Women, focusing on employment, care of mothers, and protections for women in hazardous industries.
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Steel Strikes Lost Admits Union Officer
Chicago Oct 28 Every department of United States Steel Corporation's Gary Indiana plant was reported in operation by company officials and from other districts in Chicago as gradual improvement extended over days. The strike leader L B Thus said the men are going back to work as strikes end and the army is responsible. Picketing by strikers has largely ended at Gary with workers resuming duties.
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King Christens Ship Cantigny in Philadelphia Visit
King Albert of Belgium christened the troop ship Cantigny in Philadelphia ending his visit. President Wilson, in Washington, was reported progressing, while General Pershing remained under medical care with a bulletin noting the voyage had begun as scheduled.
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Trainmen consider strike vote in Chicago district
In Chicago switching district twelve Urour sons members of the Heaterhood of Railway Trainsmen voted to strike Thursday over wage demands. The motion, led by president W. J G., followed a day of talks with Walker D. Hines and regional railroad officials. If demands fail, more members may join action across the 186,000-strong workforce.
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Lone man frees Jenkins from Mexican bandits near Puebla
William G. Jenkins, a U.S. coastal agent held by Mexican bandits in the mountains south of Puebla, was released after Senor Mestre, his attorney, negotiated. Cordova demanded 200,000 Mexican dollars. payment and a receipt were followed by Jenkins’s escape and return to Puebla with Cordova’s guards.
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Sheridan Held at Buffalo Three Days By Bad Weather
Chicago October twenty eight six of six army aviators began the work's greatest airplane race twenty in dark ago today remained in combat, with the point only two might reach the goal 4103 mile transcontinental journey before nightfall. Lieutenant H W Aheridan at Tutlate Nebraska 623 miles from starting point Lincoln is hopeful for weather permitting him to attain the goal. Lieutenant T Worthington the only weather bound flyer not home or disqualified today was at Rock Island. Lieutenant Gish planned to start from North Platte after radiator trouble. Lieutenant Barbey and Lieutenant Coronel Harries were 118 miles ahead at St Paul where clear weather forced them to land. Captain Sielnie was at Battle Mountain Nevada.
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Escape of Mr Jenkins Amid Rain Ravaged Stay
Forced to sleep on wet ground during daily rains Mr Jenkins suffers a rheumatism attack and is moved to the American hospital at Puebla. Secretary Eltingo Hanna of the Americas embassy negotiates for his release and will not return from Puebla until Wednesday. Officials expect an official report upon his arrival.
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