17 Feb 1919
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Newspaper
Warren Evening Times
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1919
Page
1
Weimar dispatch notes an agreement to armistice conditions was reached at a conference of party leaders. The timing cited is Sunday at 6:20, signaling a pivotal step in the German negotiation process.
Bremen protests to Fehrenbach against surrender of German merchant ships to the Allies and urges German crews not to be manned under allied direction. Weimar reports Germany’s desperate finances and calls for property to be treated as administrators’ property. Memoirs prepared for Versailles deny French claims to the Valley of the Star. Prussian Assembly to convene March 4 to elect a Prussian president and abolish the current chancellor premier system.
Ottawa Ont February 17 Sir Wilfrid Laurier former premier of Canada who suffered a paralytic stroke on Sunday is dying His condition worsened this morning The physician Dr Chevrier reported after midnight Laurier had a relapse There was new effusion of blood into the brain He was sinking slowly one side affected Up to midnight he was conscious and could answer questions but he is now practically unconscious
Washington reports to the administration that the Allegheny region cut savings by federal control. Regional director Markham cites January unifications totaling 36 and an annual saving of 425 thousand dollars, part of an overall eleven dollar savings noted in the region.
Washington Feb 17 The President urged postponing congressional debate on the league of nations to allow talks with Foreign Relations and Foreign Affairs committees. Some Republican senators including Borah PoinDexter and Lodge plan to address the issue by Feb 26. Attacks against the plan are anticipated and Republican leaders may skip the dinner after his arrival.
Washington notes the Senate committee probes funding for Bolshevik propaganda in the United States. Indications suggest collaboration sources may be disclosed, with witnesses including Albert Rhys Williams Louise Bryant and Raymond Robbins among others slated to testify as the inquiry proceeds.
Washington February 17 The federal woman suffrage amendment, twice defeated this session, was reintroduced in the Senate by Senator Jones of Washington. As ranking Republican on the woman suffrage committee he acted after Senator Jones of New Mexico declined to reintroduce the resolution. If the President can secure one vote when he returns, the amendment will be brought up before the session ends.
Washington Feb 17 a Senate bill seeks drastic punishment for those who urge overthrow of the government or law. It defines sedition and imposes five years hard labor or a 4600 fine, or both. Aliens would be deported and barred from entry into the United States or territories.
Washington February 17 The secretary of war is directed to report to Congress necessary legislation for construction of an all American ship canal from the Great Lakes to the Atlantic over the Oswego Oneida Mohawk Hudson route in a resolution introduced in the House this afternoon by Representative Emerson Republican of Ohio.
Madrid reports Paiva Conceiro, leader of the Portuguese royalists, has been wounded and jailed at Oporto after advices received today.
Supreme Council of Allied Powers debates Winston Churchill idea to cease hostilities and appoint a commission. It would take evidence from each group and assess terms for a broader peace move. Strong figures discuss scope and enforcement in the wartime conference.
Paris Feb 17 staff correspondent reports the supreme council of Allied powers debated Russia at the session. Churchill urged a commission with full arbitration powers to hear all organized groups, while excluding Bolsheviks and other governments who declined Princes Island talks. Wilson feared limited practical steps to restore Russia and urged cooperation with workable schemes.
Federal Judge Samuel Altschuler acting as arbitrator in the stockyards wage dispute awarded a ten percent increase effective November 16, 1918, for employees earning twenty dollars per week or less. Back salaries and the raise to be paid within twenty days.
Washington February 17 Great Britain has removed all restrictions on the importation of tea and other food stuffs by international parcel post. The post office department was notified this afternoon.
New York on February 17 the Buffaloes 167th returned aboard the Rotterdam from Brest France 1700 strong They served in the Vosges and Argonne fronts suffering over ten percent casualties due to frequent assault duty Notables General James B Irwin and Brig General Edward Burr also returned aboard The Dante Alighieri carried Scorpion crew and officers The 369th Parade in New York featured 3900 Hell fighters from Camp Upton marching up Fifth Avenue Colonel Hayward led the unit in the first complete veteran parade in New York State Officials greeted troops at the 71st regiment armory then fed them chicken dinner
Pekin Illinois February 17 Sheriff Robert Clay with armed deputies guards Grove land mines near here ready to shoot it out with striking miners led by an alleged Bolshevik who threaten to burn the line if workers not discharged One man beaten for not joining the strike Fifteen deputies sworn in as vigil continues with the sheriff predicting an attack he says will be met with gunfire
Premier Lloyd George decided to call a national situation review with a permanent congress to examine unrest among workers. Labor leaders endorse the plan, saying it should have been done earlier.
Today’s weather report from Washington notes local snows tonight and Tuesday with slightly warmer conditions in the southern portion. The week’s forecast covers Monday February 17 to Saturday February 22 1919 predicting rain or snow likely Tuesday or Wednesday followed by generally fair weather and near normal temperatures.
The article notes President Wilson returns to Washington to face a recordly busy Senate and House calendar. Leaders question how he can accomplish all tasks laid out, as the president braces for a demanding political stretch.
President Wilson will arrive February 26 and meet Senate and House foreign relations leaders to discuss the league of nations. He plans to review the revenue bill, fill vacancies including attorney general, attend a governors and mayors conference, and prepare for a possible March return to France.
The Chicago Federation of Labor announced a one day general strike in Chicago on April 1 to support labor candidate John Fitzpatrick and his running mates. Milk dealers and other unions will ensure public service with deliveries before midnight the night before election day.
London report states that partial tram service resumed in Belfast today after a mass meeting of strikers. A mob attempted to disrupt the service but was dispersed by police. tram operations were halted at dusk amid the disturbances.
Montreal February 17 Canadian clothing and garment workers receive a new standard of a 44 hour work week. The ruling accelerates shorter hours for union members and affects factories across the province.
Washington February 17 John Skelton Williams defended his tenure as Comptroller of the Currency before the Senate banking and currency committee in executive session despite his wish for openness He denied stock speculation and bank interests in Baltimore and Richmond while Senator Weeks prepared arguments for a favorable report on the bill to abolish the office and transfer duties to the Federal Reserve Board
Washington Feb 17 General William J D Kenley director of military aeronautics was believed to be en route to Columbus Ohio after leaving Bellingfield in an airplane He had accepted an invitation to a dinner tonight in Columbus honoring Eddie Rickenbacker the premier American ace Officials offered no confirmation and the flight was thought a surprise for the people of Columbus
Secretary Daniels announced the Navy will not loan Captain B. B. Lipsner the N. C.1 or any other seaplane for a trans Atlantic attempt. The decision cites ongoing Navy aviator trans Atlantic plans already in progress, saying the move is prompted by those efforts. Washington, Feb 17.
The Buffalo is readied for launch as the first sea going tug for the United States Navy on the Abbott Road yard. Mayor Buck and the Chamber of Commerce president will address the event. The 15 foot vessel, named Buffalo, represents a modern design and marks a milestone in Navy contracts.
In Wilmington Delaware a fierce early morning fire engulfed the yards of three lumber firms and an ice and coal company. Twenty horses suffocated and about fifty vehicles were destroyed as flames fed by a high wind tore through the Christiania lumber yard and nearby properties. The total loss was estimated at 700000 dollars.
In Lawrence Massachusetts on February 17 nine arrests were made as pickets clashed with mounted police at mill gates marking the start of the third week of the textile strike. No serious injuries were reported despite several scuffles.
Governor Henry Allen of Kansas charged that German air power and American artillery failings cost Kansas troops lives in the Argonne drive. He urged a congressional investigation, offering to name informants privately, and testified about poor equipment and supplies despite a planned four month campaign.
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