Naval bill filibuster defeats measure in Senate
The naval appropriation bill faces defeat as filibusters led by Senator Borah and Senator King fail to block debate. A 43 to 7 roll call ends attempts to take up the bill, with leaders warning the measure will die this session. The tariff vote follows, 49 to 36, likely headed for presidential action.
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Troll Call on Tariff Roll Call Report
A detailed roll call lists senators voting for and against the tariff bill. Republicans and Democrats split with 31 for and 11 for the opposing side, totaling 42. two party lines show numerous named individuals and state associations in a historic congressional vote record.
Burleson Denies Political Charge Over Postmaster Appointments
Postmaster General Burleson issued a lengthy statement denying politics influenced the 1917 Wilson order postmaster appointments. He released a questionnaire showing 1,012 Democrats and 907 Republicans among 2,008 respondents, with Republicans often designated postmasters even in Southern states. He argued appointments followed civil service tests, with few exceptions, and that letters from postmasters indicated politics did not affect selections.
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Harding Cabinet Additions Signal Major Quake in Washington
President-elect Harding adds three cabinet prospects and confirms Weeks as Secretary of War while signaling Will Hays will be Postmaster General and Andrew Mellon may head Treasury. He considers Maj. Gen. Leonard Wood for governor general of the Philippines as he meets Wood in Marion.
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Harding warns Congress on policy amid sea voyage
On the Carmania a passenger asks if a man can jump overboard as President Harding hints at detailed policy plans to be presented to Congress during the special session. He aims to stress personal contact and renew periodic White House correspondence once possible.
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Wreck Death Toll Put At 36 To 37 In Porter Crash
Porter Indiana February 28 The latest official tally from coroner Balpel and railroad officials fixes the number of dead in the Michigan Central New York Central wreck at 36 to 37 with 26 to 27 bodies in Chesterton morgue and eight removed there The collision occurred after signals and derailing switches at the crossing were in dispute As investigations proceed witnesses describe the chaos and the interlocking signal system In Porter's busy rail area authorities consider a possible inquest and a speed limit at the village crossing with officials noting the disaster ranks as Porter's worst to date and that full identifications may take a week to complete.
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Racine
Wis
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Jackson, Mich
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Clara Hamon arraigned in Oklahoma murder case
Mrs. Clara Smith Hamon pleaded not guilty in the district court at Ardnore Oklahoma to the murder charge connected with the death of Jake L. Hamon. The arraignment was postponed last week due to illness among her lawyers.
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Hamon
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Mellon Surveyed Treasury Ahead of Inauguration in Washington
Andrew W. Mellon, Pittsburgh financier and future Treasury secretary, visited the Treasury with Acting Secretary Gilbert to review affairs before the inauguration. He spoke of no special significance, later meeting Senator Knox and planning return to Washington for ceremonies.
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Weeks and Baker Confer At Lunch
Pershing's guests Weeks and Baker discuss the succession plan. W Weeks will become Secretary of War next Saturday and will assume duties at 10 o'clock in the War Department building. Baker indicates the transition details were reviewed during luncheons with Gen Pershing and the incumbent.
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Supreme Court blocks injunction on Botany Worsted stock sale
The Supreme Court refused yesterday to issue an injunction restraining the alien property custodian from selling 14,900 shares of Botany Worsted Mills stock of Passaic New Jersey seized under the Trading with the Enemy Act. The decision favored the government in its claim.
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List of Identified Dead And Missing in Porter Wreck
A revised roster lists identified dead from last night's wreck including Howard Arney of Cleveland and Mrs. Emme Bevier of Augusta, plus several Michigan City residents and others in Michigan, Illinois, Canada. A separate missing persons list names T. J. Campbell related to Miss June Campbell, Mia McCray of Chicago, and additional suspects.
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France Prepares To Act In Germany In Readiness
France readies for punitive action if Germany rejects reparations terms. British naval show of force planned at Kiel Hamburg and Bremen with Belgian and French land troops ready. Wilson era note on Danzig and enemy property seizures also noted alongside US involvement hints.
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Congress backs 10000 more beds for veterans care plan
Lawmakers press forward on a sundry civil bill amended to provide about 10,000 additional beds for veterans hospitals. Public Health Service would take over suitable army camps and base hospitals to expand care. McLeod resolution funds hospital renovations and equipment from prior appropriations.
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British Protest Delays Liquor Shipment Ruling
Assistant Secretary McLean said British representations delay enforcement of Attorney General Palmer’s ruling on transshipment and illegal liquor shipments. Exporters and shippers protested the interpretation. decision awaits final determination after embassy representations.
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Liquor Raids Legal Without Search Warrants
The Supreme Court ruled evidence from raids without warrants cannot be admitted, overturning the conviction of Lawrence Ames in South Carolina. Ames faced charges of removing untaxed distilled spirits to a nonwarehouse site and concealing the spirit, with his appeal alleging Fourth and Fifth Amendment violations.
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