Germany and Allies Edge Toward Peace Terms Debate
Leaders reiterate fourteen points as basis for a peace accord while Germany weighs rejection of terms. French observers fear a deliberate delay to split the allies, hoping Wilson will back a league of nations and prevent renewed fighting. If Germany rejects, the question of resuming hostilities arises, with the United States' stance pivotal to any outcome.
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Wilson
Germany
League of Nations
United States
Paderewski Regime Strengthens Polish Unity and Aims at Danzig
The Paderewski government in Poland consolidates power by curbing Polish imperialist aims and avoiding forced integration of non Poles. A clash with Czecho Slovaks prompts intervention. With Pilsudski, Paderewski focuses on internal issues and securing a Baltic outlet at Danzig with British support.
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Paderewski
Poland
Germany
Russia
Breg
M. Paderewski
Pilsudski
Dansig
Mr. Balfour
Paris
Baltic Stance Hammers Poland as First-Class Power Test
Fragmentary report describes European views on Poland and power status, noting pressure to keep the Baltic open. Text references a Senate figure and a political test, with unclear details about who may lead or influence events.
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Baltic
Poland
Fragmented note on league of nations and Congress action
A garbled report discusses opposition to a proposed league of nations, President Wilson, and Congress funding in Washington. It mentions Charie Hughes, the District’s finances, litter on streets, and a stray army telegram about illness and reprimands.
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League
Chariie Hughes
Wilson
Congress
Washington
Jim Rolph Aims to Cancel Contracts for Chips in Jap Yards
Jim Rolph pursues cancellation of American chip contracts tied to Japanese yards, arguing practical alignment with global economic interests. The move reflects wartime pragmatism and strategic leverage as Japan seeks broader incorporation into the world market.
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Jim Rolph
Urgent Call to End Filibuster and Save 1920s Rail Plans
The piece urges immediate action to avoid embarrassment to the transportation system, keep soldiers serving at home, and prevent legislative gridlock. It argues for May 1 as the latest Congress assemble date to avert financial strain, enable army funding, and restore peace-basis business operations.
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League of Nations
Europe
Congress
Revolt Brews In House And Senate Over Leadership
A plan by eighteen Democratic members to form a steering committee threatens the leadership of Champ Clark in the next House. If enacted, Clark would be limited by committee views and the floor leadership would lean toward a party line. In the Senate a revolt against Senator Penrose’s finance chairmanship springs up, challenging seniority norms and precedents as the inconclusive push for broader reforms gathers steam.
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James R Manon
Imola
F. H. Gillett
Massachusettes
Mann
Champ Clark
Clark
Claude Kitchin
North Carolina
Senate
Penrose
Finance Committee
Congress
Southesk and Carnegie line reflect American ties and titles
The article traces the Earl of Southesk and Lord Carnegie, Scottish peers of the Carnegie family. It notes patronymic clan customs, royal connections to James VI and Victoria, and Sir David Carnegie’s American links, including honors from Western University of Pennsylvania and explorations in Canada. It mentions Jacobite era exile of George Carnegie and the Goteborg mercantile firm founded by Carnegie de Co.
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Ford
Southesk
Andrew Carnegie
Skibo
Argyll
Campbell
Atholl
Lord Carnegie
David
Abs Stra
Earl
America
Western University of Pennsylvania
Carnegie Institute
Sir James Carnege
Western Hemisphere
United States
Canada
Dominion
Carnegie
Lord Southesk
Victoria
Earl of
Cougla
David Carnegie
Frandston
Cjarrish
Andrew Elliot
New York
Oil Patents in Supreme Court Case Challenged
Arguments were heard in the Supreme Court over canceling patents held by the Southern Vacife company for 6,000 acres of California oil lands in Naval Reserve No 1. The government claims fraud and that the lands were mineral in character before patent issuance. A federal district court supported the government, but the reversal came from the circuit court of appeals.
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Southern Vacife Company
California
I Naval Reserve No 1
Supreme Court
Federal District Court
Circuit Court of Appeals
Red Cross aids Near East relief effort
The American Red Cross announced a donation of supplies valued at 1,963,982 dollars to the American committee for relief in the Near East. The committee will distribute through a commission sent to Armenia and Syria to supervise relief work in those countries. Previous cash contributions totaled 4,500,000 dollars.
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American Red Cross
American Committee For Relief In
Near East
Armenia
Syria
The
Red Cross
Yanks Aim for Chewing Tobacco for Troops
A cablegram from Gen Pershing announces 150 004 pounds of chewing tobacco to be sent to troops in the army of occupation in Germany. The shipment will travel via Potsdam and up the Rhine to Coblen. A million cigars were recently sent overseas and new contracts worth 759000 dollars were arranged.
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Gen
Pershing 5
Army of Occupation
Germany
Potterdam
Rhine
Coblen
Shouse Joins Treasury as Assistant Secretary
Jodett Shouse of Kansas took office yesterday as Assistant Secretary of the Treasury succeeding Thomas E Love who resigned. Shouse, a former member of the House of Representatives, will supervise the war risk and internal revenue bureaus.
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Jodett Shouse
Kansas
Tressury
Thomas E Love
Shouse
House of Representatives
Conrows
Internal Revenue
California Abbreviation Change by Geographic Board
The geographic board, at the Post Office Department request, yesterday changed California’s official abbreviation from Cal to Cali to reduce confusion with Colorado. The decision reflects efforts to standardize postal codes and streamline mail handling nationwide.
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Post Office Department
the Geographic Board
California
Cal
Cali
Colorado
Admiral Andrews takes command of Mediterranean squadron
Rear Admiral Philip Andrews was detailed yesterday to command the Mediterranean squadron, succeeding Rear Admiral Niblack. He had been in command of the United States naval detachment in the Baltic, and upon Tuesday was ordered home.
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Philip Andrews
Mediterranean
Niblack
Andrews
United States
Baltic
Resignations and New Counsel at Finance and Reserve Boards
Quite War Finance Corporation announces Lemuel W Fordyce Jr resignation as counsel to return to law practice in St. Louis. Milton C Elliott, formerly counsel at the Federal Reserve Board, is appointed to succeed him.
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Quite
War Finance Corporation
Lemuel W Fordyce, Jr
Wir Bnance Corporation
St. Louis
Milton C. Elliott
Federal Teserve Board
Madden to Visit France on Fact-Finding Trip
Representative Madden of Illinois plans a six week voyage to France from New York on April 1 during congressional recess to inspect conditions in American army camps and report back. He said the trip aims to study welfare and training issues and investigate morale and sanitation.
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Madden
Ilinois
Wal
France
Congress
New York
Duty at Ort Gull Okig and Meld Artillery Reporting
A service member states intent to proceed to final reporting in person to the chief of Meld artillery for duty. The note confirms assignment and readiness to report to duty at Ort Gull Okig.
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Ort Gull
Okig
Meld Artillery
Light on tax law puzzle for personal exemptions
Taxpayers facing complex rules on personal exemptions prorated by marital status and dependents through the year. Examples illustrate partial-year eligibility, with exemptions ranging from single to married, plus dependent credits, and adjustments when events like marriage or death occur midyear.
Victory 1 Cent Stamp Issued To Commemorate War End
Victory postage stamps a new 1 cent issue to commemorate the war’s end will soon be sold nationwide. The Post Office Department said supply will not replace regular cents. stamps will be issued on request only. The stamp shows Liberty helmeted, sword and scales, with flags of Britain France Belgium Italy in the background. The design is on a clladed panel and is wider and shorter than ordinary stamps. full supply may take weeks.
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Victory
Lssne
Postofice
Laberty
Palmer Sworn In as Attorney General of United States
M A Mitchell Palmer was sworn in yesterday as Attorney General of the United States, succeeding Thomas W Gregor. Chief Justice White administered the oath and Palmer pledged the department will enforce laws promptly and impartially, with strong American men serving the country. Francis P Garvan assumed the role of alien property custodian and began his duties immediately.
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Mitchell Palmer
United States
Thomas W Gregor
Cnet
Palmer
Francis P. Garvan
McAdoo Favored by 1948 New York Vote Prediction
Fragmented OCR sketch evaluates presidential prospects of McAdoo versus Dewey. Mentions New York electoral votes, Montana, Washington, and other states, with references to political figures and potential national impact.
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New York
McAdows
Geecesary
Tallwev
Montana
Washington
Willi
Samy
Masaso
New Political Force in the West Advocates Government Ownership
A West region farmer leader at a convention urged government ownership of railroads telegraphs inland waterways and natural resources. The State Society of Equity reports over 12,000 members with rapid growth, aiming for 29,000 within a year, while Northwest farmers push for public operation to counter private profits. The Western states show solid support and the East is expected to join as the movement expands.
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Burlinzars Preston
Britann Equity
Washington
Orilwest
Farmere
Blale
Montana
Farmera
Northwest
Society of Equity
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Paderewski Regime
Brank Smoods
Breast
Becaues
Regiment of America
Southern Pacific
American Committee
Pershing
Treasury
A. Mitchell Palmer
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