Congress in Big Jam Over League and Independence
A call to defend an unshackled America against a European and Asian bloc. The piece questions joining a nine-nation executive council over the Panama Canal and Monroe Doctrine, urging citizens to oppose international control and preserve sovereignty. It frames Roosevelt and Wilson era debates on league and domestic autonomy amid looming congressional endgame.
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Price level anxieties delay postwar industry reforms
Senator John P. Shafroth argues Congress must fix a basic price level to reduce industry uncertainty after World War I. He notes wartime currency expansion caused inflation and a later drop in money in circulation, urging use of monetary tools to stabilize prices and restore business confidence.
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Hopkins Hosts Osler Memorial and Women's Clinic Gift
The ceremony featured Baker, De Berge, and Hopkins University officials announcing a $490,000 gift to Johns Hopkins Hospital for a new women’s clinic. Dr. Welch praised the funding as meeting a long urgent need and accommodating obstetrical and other women’s care. Sir William and Lady Osler announced a memorial for their son who died in war, with its design reflecting his tastes per Dr. Goodnow.
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Big Guns Terror as Told by Admiral Plunkett Account
Rear Admiral Charles P. Plunkett reports to the Navy Department on the use of 14 inch coastal guns in the western front bombardment. The guns wrecked rail lines, disrupted traffic, and ceased firing one minute before 11 on November 11. The batteries cost about 3.94 million dollars, cheaper than two destroyers, with high shell crater impact and extensive roadbed damage.
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Hurley urges flag over every American ship in ports
Chicago Feb 23 Edward W Hurley chairman of the shipping board calls for an American merchant marine with the American flag flying on all ships whether government owned or private He envisions a democratic exchange of views among manufacturers to shape legislation and predicts eight to ten years to reach surplus tonnage with rising labor demand and stronger European recovery.
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600000 ASE U S Railroads Opinion Support Federal Ownership
John Scott secretary of the railway department of the American Federation of Labor said a campaign among railway workers supports government ownership. About 600 000 shop workers have gone on record in favor with many others taking a similar stand.
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Many English Words From Arabic Roots Highlighted
The article traces how crusades opened contacts with Arabia and Moorish Spain, crediting Arabs with preserving Aristotle and advancing Grecian science. It lists English words of Arabic origin such as algebra and cipher and promotes The New Universities Dictionary as a gift with an included condensed encyclopedia.
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Aim to Capture Dixie in NC GOP Convention
In Greensboro a 1,000 strong North Carolina Republican gathering pushed for Australian ballot adoption, fair primaries, and anti Democratic rule. Will Hays urged breaking the Solid South, while Marlon Butler railed at Democrats and Warren. The meeting denounced election fraud and endorsed woman suffrage, with 100000 copies of resolutions planned for voters.
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Government to seek more funds beyond taxes to cover 1920 21
Secretary Glass estimated 1920 21 expenses may exceed four billion dollars in taxes and recommended short term securities maturing within a year to cover the gap. Treasury figures for 1920 21 range from 6.6 to 10.0 billion dollars but are not yet authentic. Future policies will shape the need for extra funding.
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Wood Seeks Jobs for Returning Soldiers in Washington
Chicago Feb 28 Maj Gen Leonard Wood urged good citizens to aid returning soldiers and sailors who faced unemployment and even beggary. He warned many could not be blamed for bitterness when jobs were unavailable and called for support for veterans.
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Madden Urges Unity in House Speakership Fight
Representative Martin B. Madden of Ulings urges harmony in the Republican Party as James R. Mann and Gillett contend for the Speakership. Madden claims eight votes from Gillett will back Mann and calls for free expression of choice and collaboration to ensure efficient government and balanced committee appointments.
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Hoover Cables for Clothing and Relief Drive
Herbert Hoover, head of the European relief administration, cables the American Red Cross urging an immediate supply of clothing and essentials for millions freed from German occupation. The Red Cross plans a nationwide March campaign aiming to raise 16 000 tons of clothing shoes and blankets. Senator elect Arthur Capper arrives in Washington seeking a home for the next six years after handing the Kansas governorship to Henry Allen.
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American Casualties On French Front List Names and Causes
The commanding general of the American Expeditionary Forces reports casualties from the French front. Died from accident and other causes include Hoyt Francis R., McIlvaine Bernard, and many others. Died of disease listed various ranks from officer to private across numerous states and cities.
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Naon Sails for Europe After Argentina Ambassadorship
Cyr. Romuls Naon, former ambassador from Argentina to the United States, resigned last November amid reported policy clash with President Irigoyen. He sailed Saturday with his wife and four children aboard the Lualan line from New York to Genoa, intending to proceed to Paris for peace conference proceedings. He said he leaves the United States with genuine regret and will rest and study in Europe for several years as a private citizen.
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