Ten year world naval holiday agreed by big three
The United States Great Britain and Japan reached a final 5-5-2 style ratio for ten years, with France and Italy to be integrated later. The accord preserves status quo on Pacific island fortifications and exempts Japan’s newest battleship Matsu, while planning future fleet tonnages and scrappings under a five power framework. Negotiations continue with France and Italy to align capital ships, and details remain under state department discipline as the committee of fifteen works toward a broader firepower treaty.
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Nations Reach 5 5 3 Naval Ratio Agreement
The AP reports an accord among United States Great Britain and Japan on capital ships. The 5 5 3 ratio is accepted with limits on fortifications in the Pacific and adjustments to ship construction and scrapping for each nation. France and Italy remain in negotiation to join.
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Japanese Consent To Railway Sale And Interest
Tokyo reports that Japan consents to China purchasing the Kiaochow Tsunanfu Railway in Shantung. Delegates in Washington were instructed to negotiate. sale depends on method and China's stance on other issues. Japan plans to retain cooperative interest while transferring title, possibly as a loan repayable over 30 to 40 years.
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Civil Efficiency Bill Passes House
The House approved the Lehrbach civil service bill by 244 to 65, sending it to the Senate. It reclassifies federal and District of Columbia workers into seven grades with salary ranges and allows for within grade advancement and efficiency ratings under department heads with Budget Bureau review. The measure reduces salary schedules by about 10 percent from earlier House figures while projecting a net increase of about 1 percent overall. Chairman Lehrbach urged a wage board for skilled labor in the District, but the provision failed to pass.
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Naval arms pact reached by United States Great Britain and Japan
Japan accepts a 5 5 2 postwar ratio for future naval strength and agrees to limit scrapping under a three power program. The agreement preserves newer American ships while Britain and Japan adjust older vessels, with tonnage totals around 525 000 for the US, 582 050 for Britain, and 313 800 for Japan. France and Italy must join to form a five power framework.
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Reorganization Plan Aims for Quick Congress Approval
The Washington Post outlines a plan to reorganize executive departments into a defense oriented structure led by a single secretary. Walter F. Brown chairs the committee, seeking approval within four months and aiming to save about a million dollars daily through consolidation and standardization.
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Germany Will Not Meet Next Reparations Payments
Paris reports Germany cannot meet the 1 billion gold mark payments due January and February, no moratorium requested, notes suggest possible future delays or a two to three year holi day. note signed by Chancellor Wirth and sent to the reparations commission warning allies.
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Bonar Law Backs Treaty in Perilous Irish Settlement Session
London December 15. Andrew Bonar Law, leading Ulster figure, announces acceptance of the treaty and urges acceptance of the boundary commission despite Ulster fears. His reply undermines Carsonite opposition and signals a likely ratification by a large Commons majority. He decries coercion and defends government policy as the chosen alternative.
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Naval Holiday Assured Will Fix Powers Status
Navy and defense page items note a naval holiday assurance, policy shifts to stabilize commanders, and a focus on restoring powers status. Wartime measures and strategic balance receive emphasis amid global tensions.
California Representative Elston Drowns in Potomac
Representative J A Elston of California ended his life by drowning in the Potomac river after leaving a note about ruin. He was last seen Tuesday afternoon near Fifteenth street and Pennsylvania avenue, his friends and police believing he died shortly after. The Alameda naval base project loomed over his concerns as colleagues expressed shock at the death and noted his nervous but not melancholy disposition. Detective Fla herty investigated, with the taxi driver reporting Elston's trip toward Great Falls before turning back toward the city.
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