Senate to Question Wilson On Peace Treaty Next Tuesday
The Senate foreign relations committee will meet President Wilson next Tuesday at 10 o clock to seek direct, frank discussion of treaty provisions. A stenographic report will be made for public record, aiming to dispel mystery and speed ratification without secrecy.
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Leap in the Dark on Rail Profit Sharing Plan
The Pumb plan for labor voice and profit sharing in railroads is analyzed as a leap in the dark. It proposes half profits to officials and workers, but the rule to divide differs, risking profit erosion and misaligned incentives. The critique notes potential for higher official gains and weak worker motivation.
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Six-Cent Verdict Ends Ford Tribune Libel Suit
The jury awarded Henry Ford six cents in his $1,000,000 libel suit against the Chicago Tribune. Ford’s attorney said the verdict vindicated him from the anarchist charge and left both sides claiming victory as the three month trial closed. The piece notes the historical parallel to dueling resolutions and calls the judgment a modern draw.
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Cholera Epidemic in Harbin Manchuria Aids Aid
Cholera has become epidemic at Harbin in Manchuria. Between 150 and 200 deaths are reported, mainly among Chinese residents. The State Department was advised yesterday as the American Red Cross assists local authorities to control the outbreak.
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News of Sarajevo Heard Calmly by Aged Emperor
An article relays that Vienna press notes in Dans les Armesseltang claim Archduke Franz Ferdinand’s Sarajevo assassination was reported to Emperor Francis Joseph calmly by Count Paar and Court Counselor Margutti. It describes the emperor as very old yet stoically bearing heavy burdens.
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Congressional Briefs on Peace Treaty and Policy Actions
At noon the committee met, adjourned to Monday, and discussed stenographic reports and the White House conference on the peace treaty. Senators Hitchcock Reed Ball Sterling and McNary led talks on high cost of living, pensions, old age, and immigration, with bills proposed or discussed for tax, land use, and wartime veterans needs.
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Army to require desk officers to exercise weekly
A War Department order requires all officers below brigadier general to take a half day of exercise weekly, beyond Sundays and holidays. They must engage in one or more activities for up to two hours and sign a monthly certificate of compliance. January physical examinations will be conducted. Secretary Baker has started with tennis.
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New rulers for Korea appoints Japanese officials in Tokyo dispatches
Dispatches from Tokyo reported Admiral Baron Saito named governor central Korea and Rentaro Mizang former home affairs minister as civil governor Korea. A separate message said Mr. Kato, ex Japanese minister to Belgium, named special ambassador to Iberia and to depart next month. mission purpose was not stated.
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Spanish request to end Canary Island tomato duty
The Spanish government seeks removal of the import duty on tomatoes from the Canary Islands to the United States. The duty would be suspended from November to June. Secretary of State Landing informed the House yesterday.
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Chilean Mission En Route To England Via U S
Chilean government mission sails from Santiago en route to England via the United States. The voyage is part of a reciprocal visit following Sir Maurice de Bunsen's earlier tour to Chile. State Department notified yesterday of the travel plan.
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Condensed Time Table of Trains to Principal Cities
The Washington Post lists departure times from Washington for major cities including Chicago, Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Detroit, Indianapolis, Jacksonville, Louisville, New Orleans, New York, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Richmond, and St. Louis with multiple daily slots from early morning to late evening. Changes will occur as railroads publish new schedules.
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German Women Demand Swift Return of War Prisoners
In Berlin a women's rally at Philharmonic Hall demanded the immediate release of German prisoners of war. Police dispersed the crowd after loud protests and accusations against the government. Some speakers quit, others fainted, and a plan to send wireless appeals to Japan and the United States was voted.
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Court Favors Sunday Sports In Philadelphia
Judge Staake refused the injunction sought by Sabbatarian groups against Fairmount Park commissioners allowing base ball tennis and other sports on Sundays. The ruling cites blue laws of 1794 and says nuisance remedies apply if Sunday games violate them.
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Cleveland Railways seals $10 million riot insurance policy
Chicago reports the Cleveland Railways Company secured a record 10,110,000 riot and civil commotion policy with a 37,110 premium. Two Cleveland brokers placed the line across Western departments of four firms. Agents note rising demand for such policies by large industries facing unrest.
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War Department reports contracts for war materials total
War Department announced contracts for war materials amounting to 1.73 percent of the total, totaling 1 872 000. Remaining suspended contracts await liquidation total 2 012 625 000. Secretary Baker named the dam on the Tennessee River at Muscle Shoals Alabama as Wilson Dam yesterday.
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Washington chatter on costs and politics near 1921
Visitors in Washington discuss the high cost of living, labor wage trends, and political forecasts. Gip Duncan Older of Minneapolis and John Bailey of Houston share views on Lowden, Taft, the treaty, and a possible new party formed by cross party figures united on core republican principles.
Pershing Carries Own Coal To Italy Visit
Gen. John J. Pershing travels to Modane to meet Gen. Etna and is greeted by Gen. Lucca. He will bring his own coal for the engine, ensuring Italy’s coal stocks remain stable. A military review honors Pershing with King Victor Emmanuel and Italian leaders present.
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