The Fate of Industry in Wartime Prices Debate
The piece argues the United States must fix prices for key materials to avoid upheaval as it transitions from war to peace. It warns that without government controls, industry and labor will stall, risking bankruptcies, unemployment, and Bolshevik agitation. It urges maintaining current price levels and government guidance until a peace economy is clear.
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Hamburg as a Wasp in a War Torn Germany
The article discusses Hamburg as a pivotal seaport under occupation pressures, its wartime disruption crippling its shipping and revenue. It notes nationalist and socialist leaders basing in Hamburg, fears of centrifugal forces, and the Allies potentially protecting Germany’s wealth to satisfy debt payments. It alludes to broader European upheaval and the looming need for war material.
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Filibuster threat over war revenue bill splits Senate
Senate faces a partisan clash on the war revenue bill as the finance committee, led by Chairman Simmons, set 1919 tax yield at 6 billion and 1920 at 4.006 billion. Democrats back the plan while Republicans oppose fixing future year taxes, threatening delay or an extra session after March 4.
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Pershing Campaign Launched Amid Political Speculation
An Akron driven movement supports Gen John J Pershing for the 1920 Republican nomination. Analysts note his lack of voting history complicates guessing his party stance while Longworth signals caution. The effort pivots on rallying pro Pershing forces and courting influential backers amid ongoing party dynamics.
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Fe Civetill
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Nicholas Longworth
Ohio
Wallies
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Sterling
Willian W Rucker
Washington
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Taylor
Grant Hayes Garfield
Benjamin Harrison
McKinley
Roosevelt
Tim Healy Loyal Rebel in Cork Debate and Parliament
Tim Healy, long Cork representative, withdraws from public life and declines to seek Cork or any other seat at the general election. A fierce but entertaining figure in the House of Commons for 38 years, Healy built a reputation as a keen wit and relentless critic, opposing nationalists and Home Rule supporters alike while shaping parliamentary drama with sharp, pointed rhetoric. His exit intrigues Westminster as successors debate his influence and the party’s future direction.
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Cork
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Parnell
Tim Healy
Sealy
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Lowther
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George Boll
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Twl
Sullivan
Tarmeili
Tim Meay
Frapnell
Healy
Westminster
Burnell
Six Simple Thanksgiving Menus from the Food Administration
The Food Administration promotes simple, home grown Thanksgiving menus to conserve fats and avoid waste. Amid postwar relief needs, six menus feature roast turkey or chicken, classic sides, regional specialties, and canned or local ingredients for patriotic, economical feasts.
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United States Food Administration
Food Administration
Christmas express dates and packing request amid rail hope
A 1917 Express company notice urges operators and agents to begin Christmas shipments by December 1 for long hauls and by December 15 for short hauls, stressing prewar packing, marking, and handling. It asks staff to refuse shipments not adequately packed to protect deliveries, with emphasis on nationwide distribution through 900 express employees.
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Vote Asked as Yule Gift for Suffrage Movement
A suffrage push described as a historic demand by American women seeks immediate passage of the federal amendment. A national conference in Washington on December 14 plans meetings and a concluding march on the Senate to demand ratification and a $1000 campaign fund for the Women’s Party.
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Insurance Retained For Veterans After Discharge
Government plans to allow veterans to keep current government insurance at low rates for five years before converting to standard policy. Secretary McAdoo announced the option during yesterday’s mobilization events, emphasizing no abrupt change for those returning to civilian life.
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Condensed Time Table of Trains to Principal Cities
The Washington Post presents a condensed time table for trains from Washington to major U.S. cities. It notes connections via Chicago to points west with daily schedule changes as railroads adjust. The table lists departure and arrival times for Atlanta Baltimore Boston Cincinnati Indianapolis Memphis New York Philadelphia and other hubs, with varying carrier lines and noted deviations.
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Army Orders Hint at Army Leave and Assignments
Direct on of the President directs Army officers to grant leave and reassignments. Mention of Camp Bell and Camp Arthur, with May dates, outlines movement of troops and position of officers in a terse military notice.
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Bos
New York
Export controls tighten as war trade acts expanded
Expanded wartime export controls remove several aid and metal items from trade lists effective immediately. Reexports of certain fabrics chemicals and arm materials face strict licensing. New measures target fibers threads and related materials used in industrial and military applications.
Washington hotel talk highlights stalled econ plan
In Washington, Melvin Pattiaen of Cleveland, a hoisting machinery firm general manager, visited to push progress on economic and Rose norm bases with government officials. The fragmented notes mention market outlooks, contracts, and a cautious push toward practical steps, with no clear agreement reached.
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Econ Rac
Talen Bs
Aid Given Ex-Prisoners by American Red Cross
Sick and wounded ex-prisoners cared for by American Red Cross after being liberated by German forces. Central hospital and border hospitals allocated to treat them. Additional relief shipments and a transport program delivered medical supplies and clothing. News notes community aid efforts for prisoners of war and displaced civilians.
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Gertrars
Mostta
Atlantic Mails By Air In Bid For Ireland Service
Jonior reports a plan to establish a regular daily air mail service between England and France to support Avante dersath of Ireland. Lord Morris backs a parliamentary committee move, hoping air connections would strengthen correspondence and logistics amid weather challenges.
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Statue of Hoosier Poet Unveiled in Greenfield
A lifelike statue of Indiana writer James Whitcomb Riley was unveiled in Greenfield with school children nationwide contributing through fundraising pictures of Swimmin Hole. Greenfield, his birthplace, hosted the ceremony marking the memory of the dialect poet.
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United States
Hawaii
Japan
James Whitcomb Riley
Tn Indiana
Toda
Riley
Four Minute Men to Quit on December 24
Chauncey Creel announced yesterday that the four minute men program for public information will end December 24. Campaigns remain to be completed before that date including work for the Red Cross home gardening program and related civic efforts.
Sugar Pressure Delays Candy Production Amid Crop Talks
European sugar market tensions push candy manufacturers to resist higher intake until crop details and government measures stabilize. Industry groups fear price volatility and supply constraints as talks extend beyond expected timelines.
Powderly to Meet With Farmers Congress Leaders
The Department of Labor will be represented at the thirty eighth annual convention of the Farmers National Congress and the Farm Women’s National Congress in Jackson, Alabama. Officials plan discussions on immigration policy and labor concerns during the gathering.
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Farmers National Congress
Farm Womens National Congress
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