Germany Faces Ultimatum Over Indemnity Talks
Allied delegates in Lancaster House press to settle German indemnity with talks about an imminent ultimatum. Germany's proposals are dismissed as inadequate as Britain signals decisive action. Officials discuss potential American loan and nontaxable terms while Berlin warns against yielding further.
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France Can Put Army of 1,000,000 in Field
Paris reports France could field over a million troops if reparations talks with the allies fail Britain and France plan to swell the army by calling up veteran classes from 1918 The present total stands at about 830,000 including 570,000 Frenchmen 160,000 North African natives and 100,000 foreign and colonial troops
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France Indignant at German Reply
Paris moves toward possible Rhine advance as plans for a forward movement are readied. German counter proposals astonish French officials. Belgian and British actions hint at allied backing, with mobilization likely if Germany refuses to back down. Peace terms and parliamentary support remain in flux as Briand and Barthou are absent.
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Seizure of German Customs by France Possible Penalty
London March 1 Reuters reports French sources warn Cresmany would face penalties if reparations are refused. Proposed measures include 50 percent levy on German goods in allied markets, creation of a separate Rhine left bank customs zone, occupation of coal ports on the Rhine right bank, and on last resort seizure of German guanos.
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Naval bill battle over Japan foes fills long Senate night
The Senate remains filibustered over the naval appropriation as Borah leads resistance and Lodge cites Japan to argue urgency. Poindexter, Phelan, Williams and King spar over disarmament moves while Edges and Brandegee seek procedural progress amid a possible all night session and looming delay.
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Clark in Grave Condition Deepens Amid Health Update
The House Democratic leader Clark remains in extremely grave condition after a period of slight rally and nourishment. Dr Jesse Shoup reported Clark conscious with a stronger pulse, as telegrams from across the country poured in for updates and colleagues from both parties expressed concern. Representative Minn of Illinois, once a rival for the Speakership, called to inquire about Clark’s status.
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Plane Mishaps Claim Seven Lives In Two Crashes
Reports from Pensacola and the intermediate air depot describe two separate crashes. A plane carrying Lieut Everett L. Karkpatrick and Private Clyde W Pratt burned after impact, killing both men instantly. In Pensacola three people died and two were seriously injured when a naval seaplane crashed near a bathing beach. witnesses note stunts by Ensign John Walter Alcorn and a tail entanglement. Civil and naval authorities investigate amid ongoing inquiries.
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Congress Aids City Army Bill and District Measures
The Sixty sixth Congress approved key District of Columbia items including a new weights and measures act with standard loaf and coal by weight and an expanded municipal court jurisdiction. It also sent to President Wilson measures on food sales by weight and court powers while a broader army appropriations clash continued, delaying final passage.
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Congress Accepts Clerks' 249 Bonus in Final Accord
The Senate after brief debate receded from House objections and accepted the $249 to $244 bonus for federal clerks, district employees, police and firemen. Conferees reported agreement, ending the long dispute over naval yard and woman's bureau workers and delivering a definite settlement.
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Florence riots leave 11 dead and 500 held
Associated Press reports violent clashes in Florence linked to a revolutionary plot. rioters attacked socialist and communist quarters. barricades, revolvers, and grenades used. 11 killed, 60 wounded, 400 arrested as shops burned and unrest spreads to nearby areas.
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Hughes Leaves Law Firm For Duties as Secretary
Charles F Hughes retires from Hughes Rounds Schurman & Dwight in New York to become Secretary of State in the Harding administration. The senior partner ended his connection with the firm yesterday while his associates will continue in part under Rounds Schurman & Dwight.
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Portfolios Confirmed for President-Elect Cabinet Choices
President-Elect Mellon and Hays confirm three cabinet selections and discuss the secretaries of the treasury post. Harding signals readiness to appoint Gen. Wood as governor general of the Philippines, with final decisions pending before Washington departure.
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Cost Of Election Campaigns Reported By Senate Subcommittee
A Senate subcommittee report details presidential campaign expenditures by the two major parties. It cites overall costs of 10 336 500, with Republicans spending 5 319 780 and Democrats 1 318 274, plus separate tallies for congressional committees and senate seats.
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