Change in Reparations Committee Marks Policy Shift
Paris January 20 1919 American delegates push to rename the peace conference panel from indentities to reparations to keep wartime damages within Wilsonian spirit The commission will include two members each from Belgium Greece Poland Serbia and Romania with great powers named The talks focus on freedom of the seas disarmament and wartime practice reforms as the league of nations debate begins
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Poland
Serbia
Roumania
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League of Patrons
Peace Conference
Supreme Council of the Peace Conference
Hughes
Australia
Struggle Over German Colonies Faces Great Powers
The text notes that secret treaties may yield to the League of Nations and that five powers will settle German colonial disposition, bypassing the peace conference and commissions. It highlights Pacific claims affecting American interests in Hawaii and the Philippines and mentions Japan's possible tradeoffs in Asia and Pacific rights.
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German New Guinea
New Zealand
Samoa
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Marshall
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Equator
League of Nations
Pacific
Hawaii
Philippines
China
Pacific Islands
Turkish cabinet resigns over war property demands and measures
Saloniki dispatch reports the Turkish cabinet led by Tewfik Pasha resigns after al med pressures for restitution of war loot and end to harsh actions against Greeks and Armenians. It says the Sultan may join in reshaping the government.
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Pershing Plans Monthly Demobilization At 300000
General Pershing reports that by April American troops will be sent home from France at a rate of 300000 monthly. The demobilization committee at the peace conference is divided into two subcommittees handling different branches of the problem.
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Paris
Pershing
France
Yanks Hold Position in Russia Amid Artillery Duel
Archangel area reports say Bolshevik forces failed to drive American and British troops from Tulgas positions on the Dvina river after an artillery bombardment. Allied outposts repelled a 1500-strong Bolshevik force. no Allied casualties.
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Immigration Bill Moves Through House amid Labor and Revenue Talks
Washington January 29 The house immigration committee tentatively approved a four year ban on general immigration after the peace treaty signing. A war revenue bill conference committee reached agreement on principal schedules with remaining disputes over DC alcohol provisions and campaign contribution taxes. The food administration said President Wilson signed a Paris proclamation easing near beer rules, while labor leaders pressed for immigration restrictions during postwar reconstruction.
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House Immgration Committee
Congress
Senate
District of Columbia
U S Immigration Debate Divides Europe Over Prohibition
European labor leaders oppose a postwar U S immigration ban arguing free movement is essential as the European market nears full employment while the British peace delegation notes limits could be softened by a provision for emigrant employment before departure.
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Paris
George Nicoll Barnes
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Barnes
Massacre feared as Turks and Germans seize Baku
Reports from Omek and London describe the fall of Baku after Turkish, Tartar, and German forces captured the city. Official accounts warn of heavy Armenian losses and fear further atrocities as Armenian towns face renewed attacks while Allies delay relief.
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British labor strikes surge as 200000 workers walk out
London reports mass walkouts across vital industries with over 200000 workers on strike. leaders dispute says unions did not order actions. revolt against trade union movement grows. Adamson calls government seizure of key industries and a six hour work day for coal miners.
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Seek Six Hour Day Pushed by Labor Leaders Across Cities
The article reports demand for a six hour day with adamson stating prompt agreement or future action by union men. Belfast and Scottish municipal workers join strikes, utilities shut down, hospitals only safe lights, stores damaged. London police fears of quitting add to unrest as workers seek 30 to 46 hour weeks and threaten further strikes.
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Scotland
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Bill to Save Wire Lines Continues Government Control
Washington January 29. By a 10 to 8 vote the house post office committee decided to report a bill extending government control of telephone and telegraph services until December 31 1919. Chairman Moon tasked to seek a rule granting the measure right of way in the House.
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House Post Office Committee
Moon
House
Pershing Praised in Senate for War Efforts
Senator Wadsworth praised General Pershing and the American expeditionary force in a Senate speech after returning from France. He cited shortages in ordnance, aircraft, and tanks, noting most weapons were French supplied and urged avoiding premature policy decisions until Pershing and other leaders return.
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Amendment Effective Next Year Provisions In Force Next January
An amendment becomes effective next year and goes into force in January advancing new terms. Officials note the change will apply nationwide as scheduled, impacting regulations and compliance deadlines for agencies and businesses.
Prohibition Date Set as Federal Amendment Takes Effect
State Department proclaims January 16, 1920 as the effective date for the Federal Prohibition Amendment making all liquor sale and manufacture illegal nationwide. A separate Indiana federal court ruling finds no jurisdiction to restrain new long distance telephone rates, dissolving a pending restraining order.
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State Department
Telephone CO
Indianapolis
Ind
Ederal District Court
Anderson
Indiana
Fragmentary quote about distant lands and old traditions
An excerpt notes people far from Washington enjoyed freedom from its prejudices jealousies and outdated traditions. The line hints at unfamiliar perspectives shaped by distance and independence.
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Washington
Near Beer Ban Is Lifted in Proclamation
The Food Administration announced President Wilson signed a Paris proclamation on January 23 removing restrictions on bear beers but it takes effect only after the U S seals it through the State Department. The public is warned not to act until the proclamation becomes effective.
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Mrs Woodrow Wilson Honored At Paris Reception
The American Young Women's Christian Association held a reception at the Paris headquarters on Monday in honor of Mrs Woodrow Wilson. About 400 prominent French and American women in Paris attended, received by Harriet Taylor head of the W A in Paris, Mrs Wilson, Mrs Robert Lansing and Mrs FE M House.
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American Young Women's Christian Association
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Rosa Luxemburg Alive Noted in Berlin Escape Plan
Copenhagen dispatch citing Politiken sources says Rosa Luxemburg was reported alive after a gunshot January 18 in Berlin. She is said to be at a friend’s home awaiting a chance to flee the German capital.
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Munich
Politiken
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Berlin
German Western Army Demobilizes by January Eighteen
A German wireless message states by January 18 all of Germanys western army had moved to demobilization centers and about a half million of the eastern army of 600000 had been transported. An order to arrest Bolshevist agitator Kav is said to be issued, with him still in hiding in Bertin.
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