Resolutions By Knox Push Peace In Senate Debate
The Senate neared a way to end the Versailles treaty deadlock as Senator Knox proposed two resolutions. One would unconditionally ratify the treaty minus League of Nations terms, with the league to be addressed later. The second would declare peace with Germany via a joint resolution, letting the President decide on form and timing amid sharp party clashes.
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Peace Terms Stand Reached at London Conference
London reports say Lloyd George and Clemenceau заверi three day talks on postwar settlement centering on Turkey. An official communique claimed satisfactory agreements on all outstanding points with Italian, American, Japanese, and British officials in attendance. American envoy Davis denied proposing treaty revamps. allies intend to accept some Versailles reservations to aid American participation.
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Villistas Demand Ransom for U S Citizen
In Eagle Pass Texas on December 13, Villistas allegedly hold American Fred G Hugo, manager of the J M Dobies ranch near Muzquiz, for a $10000 ransom. Reports separate Hugo from other captives and note uneasy conditions in Piedras Negras as Villa forces move toward Chihuahua. Senator Sheppard asks Washington to probe Hugo’s kidnapping claims amid mixed US consular signals.
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Allays Gold Basis Return Parity Not Likely
Sage James Alexander, officer of the National Bank, argues foreign exchanges are a commodity driven by supply and demand. He states parity with Europe awaits two conditions: restoration of Europe's gold standard and a balance between U S exports and imports with Europe. He notes wartime shifts created excess foreign exchange supply, delaying any return to prior parity.
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Belief Blake Boy Was Not Stolen In Atlantic City Ventnor
After a 24 hour probe police concluded James M. Blake Jr. was not kidnapped by African Americans. His mother Mrs. James M. Blake remains confined at the Miller home as investigators search the beach for the child’s possible drowning amid conflicting stories of an alleged attack.
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Berlin Investigating Committee Debates Proposal Action
Berlin reports the investigating committee will defer action on a war responsibility proposal until fuller information is obtained. The session referenced prewar events and potential connections, with discussions continuing into the weekend.
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COWL SPLITS CHEVIET And 'Wire Palmer Sent Subpoenaed
Dr. Harry Garfield, former Federal fuel administrator, told a Senate subcommittee that President Wilson’s proposed settlement plan for the coal strike is fundamentally flawed. He said a three member commission would be biased against the public and revealed his resignation letters and views on wage and price determinations. Garfield described cabinet divisions over basing wage increases on average industry wages versus pick miners’ wages and noted he did not present his plan to Wilson.
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Garfield Refuses to Produce Papers in Subpoena Fight
Senators push for letters and telegrams tied to a strike settlement after Dr. Garfield refuses to surrender documents. Frelinghuysen accuses actions while Garfield cites principles and questions the legality of subpoena demands, the session continuing with no compliance.
Kenyon Urges Courts to Settle Strikes in America
New York Dec 13 Senator Kenyon of Iowa urged government provision of industrial courts to settle labor disputes. He said strikes are no longer a private matter and called for mediation conciliation and compulsory investigation backed by public opinion. He criticized employers and congressmen for lacking Americanism and urged national awakening.
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Film Party Missing En Route To Bahama
Submarine chasers and seaplanes search for the yacht Grey Duck from Miami bound for Nassau with 36 moviemakers and crew. Motors troubled, no sign yet. revenue cutter en route, Berry Islands reports inconclusive.
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Burton Mank
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Coat Wage Commission May Be Appointed Tomorrow
Acting President Lewis and Secretary Greene of the United Mine Workers met with Secretary Tumulty at the White House to discuss the forthcoming tripartite commission. Lewis argued the panel should be limited to safeguarding consumer interests, not enabling operators and miners to gang up against buyers. A three-member commission appointed by the President was expected to be announced tomorrow.
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Armistice End Cited by Allied Leaders in 1918 War
Special war report recalls Chateau Thierry campaigns. General Pershing praised for breaking Kaiser lines and forcing armistice. Commander in Chief of American Forces Abroad finds no higher praise for his men under him. Proves Allied chiefs wrong in belief that the conflict could not be ended in 1918.
Pershing Says American Army Won The War In France
Gen Pershing in a special report to Secretary Baker says the American army's spirit of determination made victory possible in the Menas e Argonne operations. He cites 22 American and 4 French divisions decisively beating 47 German divisions, with the First army suffering about 117000 killed and wounded and capturing vast quantities of prisoners, cannons, and machine guns. The report covers organization from May 28, 1917 to over 2,000,000 troops, and notes the armistice appeal after Sedan.
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