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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1920
Page
1
President Wilson outlines key recommendations to Congress including tax reform for simplicity, independence of the Philippines, Armenia aid, and federal budget discipline. He stresses democracy, economy in expenditures, and a workable budget with coordinated acts across branches to manage $7.6 billion in war debt maturing soon.
The guiding spirit of America should be Lincoln’s faith that right makes might and we must do our duty as we understand it. The nation must champion right and justice, improve finances, ease taxes, and reduce debt. The president calls for sympathy for wounded soldiers, support for infant industries, tax simplification, and a loan to Armenia. He also urges independence for the Philippines after proving self governance.
The New Deal era message notes $600 000 paid to railroads under the Transportation Act with $456 9900 projected to be paid this year, slowing debt reduction. It urges action on dyestuffs production, agricultural marketing, cold storage reform, price labeling for interstate shipments, and a federal license for interstate corporations.
Athens expects Constantine to return after Sunday's plebiscite results to be announced Wednesday. He will sail from Brindisi on Patria with Kilkis Lemnos destroyers. 500 Greek officers meet him at Phaleron to escort him to Piraeus for a Te Deum and three days of rejoicing.
Washington reports a congressional drive to study rising unemployment and ways to stimulate commerce. A House measure proposes joint investigations by commerce, labor, and other agencies, while immigration limits move through Rules. Public debate centers on federal response to unemployment and wartime recruitment figures.
A House committee heard claims the army exceeded the 180000 planned for the year, with current strength near 210000 and aims for a 280000 cap. A deficit of at least 160 million pounds was projected. The War department reported 221825 regulars as of November 30, with 15461 commissioned personnel. Industry and commerce policy were foregrounded as Congress opened its final session, focusing on stabilization measures and business conditions.
The cabinet discussed recognizing the Lenine government as part of President Wilsons Armenia relief and mediation plan. A cabinet member said the United States prefers to acknowledge Soviets jurisdiction in Armenia rather than deal with the Turks, signaling a possible shift in policy.
President-elect Harding called at the White House but did not meet the President. He drove to the north entrance and left his card.
In New York the Amalgamated Clothing Workers vote to reject the wage cut and hiring and firing ultimatum. Employers threaten a mass move to enforce changes amid 65 000 workers but only 10 000 remain employed. Union leaders doubt an immediate lockout and push for negotiated change.
Copenhagen reports the Nobel Peace Prize will be conferred on President Wilson on December 10. The award includes about 40 000 dollars, drawn from Nobel’s endowment lasting for peace efforts. Only Roosevelt and Root have previously received the prize.
Amid ongoing conflict support groups press for the former king to abdicate his claim. Protests intensify as calls for constitutional changes rise and political leaders weigh next steps.
In Korea near Changtae Japanese troops were ambushed by armed Korean malcontents. Reprisals followed at a village where residents provided false information. The dispatch notes actions from Tokyo and Paris dated December 8.
The two men connected to the recent big rail robbery were sentenced at Leavenworth by Judge Martin J. Wade of the United States District Court. Both pleaded guilty to the charges, receiving terms of 18 and 13 years in prison.
Governor Harding of the Federal Reserve Board told the American Farm Bureau federation in Indianapolis that bank credit and currency expanded over the year and that the system cannot fund withholding all staples. He warned valorizing crops via bank credits would harm the community and farmers, noting a world price decline. He urged gradual sales of remaining staples to stabilize the market.
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