OTRIKES NOW DANGER TO NATION'S ADVANCE
A 1919 Washington Post commentary by George Rothwell Brown warns that labor strikes and union demands imperil the U.S. economic recovery after wartime mobilization. It argues that wage battles and industrial paralysis threaten a broader slump, with capital hesitating to reinvest amid uncertainty and possible freight rail disruptions. The piece likens current tensions to a war economy and urges reliance on supply and demand rather than legislative fixes.
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Miners and Operators Near New Conference After Strike Hope
Amid a three day session Secretary of Labor Wilson urged both sides to resume talks with no unaddressed demands. John L. Lewis said the strike order stands while Thomas F. Brewster warned they were just where they began as miners and operators faced renewed rifts over wages and arbitration.
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Taft Urges Higher Pay for Army and Navy
Former president Taft urges Congress to raise pay across the armed forces including army navy marine corps coast guard and public health service. He cites rising costs since 1908 resignations and risk to national security if skilled officers leave, arguing pay now will reduce future military costs and preserve an adequate nucleus of trained officers.
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Employers’ Group Sees Gains From Conference Debates
The employers’ group of the industrial conference issued a statement outlining three gains from the adjournment. It cites the need for preparation, clearer definitions of collective bargaining, and shared responsibility in bargaining between employers and workers. It defends the open shop and asserts the right of employers to representation while supporting wage earners’ access to their needs.
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Denikin Says Volunteer Army Position Brillant
London dispatch quotes Gen Shkuro praising the anti Bolshevik lines as the Bolshevik grip weakens The message notes Trotsky warned the general battle could occur near Tula Fierce fighting near Pskov and Ostrov Estonian forces report 550 prisoners captured 3 guns and matériel losses in the conflict In the Gulf of Finland Estonian officials say 346 lives were lost as Bolshevik destroyers attacked and mines sank two British destroyers Four Estonian destroyers equipped for mine laying set out from Kronstadt to support a troop landing
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Lettish Troops Advance With Eight Destroyers Support
Libau Russia Oct 23 By Associated Press Lettish forces push forward from Dunamunde Vat Dvinsk and Bolderna. Riga advises say the first large island south of Riga and the Buna bridge are in Lettish control. Six British and two French destroyers are aiding Lettish operations. Col Berbendt orders seizure of Lettish males fit for service. Former German commander at Prekuin assumes military control of the Libau district.
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Lloyd George Government Falls Over Alien Bill Vote
London Oct 27 a rare parliamentary crisis looms as the government loses an alien bill amendment vote by 155 to 113 with only about half the house present. Andrew Bonar Law moves to adjourn till Monday as speculation swirls about cabinet resignations while Lord Buckmaster in the Lords urges further taxation to curb the fiscal crisis and avert national bankruptcy warnings.
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German Opera Upholds Injunction Against Interference
A New York court refused to modify a temporary injunction barring interference with performances by a German opera company. The ruling preserves police authority to protect venues, artists, and patrons as the opera circuit resumes in the area.
Senator Martin grows better in Virginia hospital
Special to The Washington Post From Charlottesville Virginia December 23 Senator Thomas B Martin showed marked improvement after a bad day His condition improved after 4 pm yesterday and by midnight was stabilizing He rallied through morning and by moon he was normal Friends said the illness varied and not alarming Representative and Mrs Hal Flood visited with Senator Swanton noting his first community visit since his wife fell ill John Martin at the old home near Scottaville and Frank J Merkling the senator's private secretary were beside him
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Lenoir May Die Today Under Sentence of Death
Paris reports the military court has found no grounds to grant a pardon for Harre Le nor, convicted of intelligence with the enemy. President Poincare refused clemency, and Le will be executed by firing squad tomorrow following the death sentence.
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Wilson Rested, Gains Maintained Amid Health Update
President Wilson rests again and maintains gains as doctors report no new symptoms. Officials say delaying nonurgent matters may aid recovery. Grayson orders no further government business today. A Justice Department constitutionality opinion on the prohibition bill arrives but is not presented to the President.
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Curzon Named Foreign Secretary Succeeding Balfour
London reports Earl Curzon will be foreign secretary in succession to Arthur Balfour. Balfour retires after nearly 50 years in public service dating to 1874. He has held cabinet posts, led the commons, and served as prime minister in 1902.
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Caillaux Trial January Fourteen In France Verdict
A jury verdict in the Caillaux trial returns on charges related to premature declarations and wartime policy involving Germany. The high court addresses Calliaux request amid a campaign context for the chamber of deputies elections. Parliament considers the propriety of actions during Sarthe department voting.
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Senate Drafts Fourteen Reservations to Peace Treaty
The Senate foreign relations committee completed drafting fourteen reservations to the peace treaty. Republicans, aided by some Democrats, expect to push the reservations on the Senate floor with administration support cautious but ready to defend the pact.
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