Labor Congress Seeks New Trials for Mooney and Billings
About 1000 delegates from major unions gather in Chicago to urge Federal intervention and possible legal changes to overturn life sentences for Thomas Mooney and Warren Billings tied to the San Francisco parade bombing. Support for a general strike is discussed but limited by prior steps.
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Chicago
D&lezites
Liaor
International Workers’ Defense League
Thomas
Meoney
Warren Billings
San Francisco
John Fitepatrick
Chicago Federation of Labor
D. Nolan
International Workers’ League
Nolan
Wilson
Sheldon and Widely Reported Death in Mine Incident
George R Sheldon longtime New York financier and former Republican National Committee treasurer died from injuries in a mine accident near Carbondale. He reportedly was struck by moving mine equipment while inspecting a winch car on Wednesday. He lived in New York and served as national committee treasurer during his career.
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the Associates Press
New York
George R Sheldon
Republican National Committee
Carbondige
Ely
Carl Carbondale
George RL Sheldon
New York Fine Ander
North Aumerican Company
Dowell
Jose
Sheldon
Slavyer
Associated Presse
Dan
Charles J. Chapin
New York Evening World
Navy Board Approves Wilson Backed Rear Admiral Promotions
President Wilson approved the promotion of several captains to temporary rear admiral and recommended permanent appointments, naming Harold P. Norton John D. McDonald Hilary S. Foos Charles I. Plunkett and others. The action followed naval board recommendations for promotions and included a separate note on temporary rear admiral promotions.
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Washington
Wilson
Naval Board of & Tran
Hirrold Po Nartoan
John D. McDonald
Hilary 2
Foes
Charles I Plunkett
Taseper Strinss
Alga
Ranvk
Apts
Bryan
William L. Howard
George W. Kline
Archibald T. Scales
Victor Blue
Frederick Brewster Bassett, Jr
Ihhard Fi
Jackson
Red Movement in U S Within Bounds Claim
Justice department officers report agitation in the United States shows no open disorder and remains economic rather than political. Movements are mainly in New York and organizers have kept within the law.
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Agsvelstal Tiress
Kington
D. C
Department of Justice
New York
American Troops in Archangel Sector Report Healthy Morale
Col George H. Stewart reports to the War Department that American troops in the Archangel Tunisia front are in general good health, discipline, and morale with ample clothing and equipment. He notes six officers and 121 enlisted men have died from all causes among the force of about 8,000.
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Washington, D. C
iGeorge HK. Stewart
Archangel
Tunisia
War Department
Illinois House Votes for Dry Amendment to U S Constitution
Illinois House approved the federal prohibition amendment by 84 to 68 after the Senate earlier passed the measure. A representative proposed referral to the judiciary committee while criticizing the amendment’s form.
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Illinois
Springfield
Tlinois House of Representatives
Senate
Lee Browne
Judiciary
Indiana
Indianapolis
State Senate
House
Little Rock
Ark
Arkanséaiure
McGraw Gains Stake in New York Ball Club
The estate of John T. Brush sold controlling interest in the New York National League club to Charles Stoneham, a broker, Judge Fran X. Mc Quaid, and John Fr. McGraw for about 1 million dollars.
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Associated Press
New York
National League Baseball Club
John T. Brush
Charles Stoneham
Fran XxX. McQuaid
John Fr. McGraw
German Helmets in Loan Campaign Workers' Rewards
Washington reports praise for workers aiding the loan drive with German helmets captured by Gen. Poups. Helmets from stores behind enemy lines are to be distributed as rewards for Liberty Town volunteers and campaign supporters.
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Associank Press
Washington, D.C
Ome
Vie
Krank
Liberty Town
Gov Harding Calls For Surfaced Roads Plan Of Payment
Iowa governor delivers official message to the Thirty-eighth general assembly urging surfaced roads for permanency. He outlines financing: 60 percent from motor vehicle funds, and the rest from the general tax, plus support for veterans and state reforms. He also discusses road system improvements and broader state policies.
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Deg Moines
General Assembly
House
Senate
Laws
W. L. Lilding
Iowa
Ponvernor
Thlore
Teauneis
Executive Council
Sistate
State Department of Tabor
Tawi
Ma Gan Niles
Nis
Faures
Shite Highway Commission
Fis
Drainina
Charge Germany Interest on Every Item of Blood Bill
London reports the Associated Chambers of Commerce urged a Paris peace plan including payments by Germany for war costs and property damage, compensation for injuries and pensions, losses from death or disability of workers, and repayment of all enemy debts with interest from the date incurred.
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Germany
London
Associated Presa
Lindon
Paris
Lloye¢ Denteed
Associated
Chamers
Lonmigny
AME TROOPSHIP OF BRITAIN APPEAL FOR HELP
A British vessel helps evacuate troops as the ship Teosu arrives with 509 officers and men including Canadian infantry under Co. Swift. The Provestlaga sails from Vancouver with mail and personnel details censored. reports vary on whether repairs or a return voyage to the Orient follow.
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Uby
Uresa
Vladivostok
Wireluss
Brooklyn
Ryarts
Hosea
Japan
Co. Swift
Vancouver
B. Cod
Provestlaga
Whidivestok
Ouest
Restored Order as Spartacists Face Crackdown
AP dispatch from Berlin reports Berlin is largely quiet outside the city after martial law in Spandau. Spartacists are arrested in Ramburg and Dresden, with leaders killed or wounded and disarmament in effect. In Wilhelshaven a Spartacan surrender occurs as a new workers council is ordered. Liebknecht is said to have fled to Leipzig and warrants issued for Liebknecht Rosa Luxemburg and Eichhorn.
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Associated Press
Berlin
Spandau
Lwsk
Bolshevists
Ramburg
Dresden
Clerthon
National Assembly
Wilhelshaven
Soldiers’ ‘and Workmen's Council
Alle
Bolnhesind
Liebknecht
Eichhorn Flen
Copenhagen
Karl Liebknecht
Leipzig
Thorn
Vorwaerts
Denmark
Eichhorn
Jir Liebknecht
Rosa Luxembourg
Chborn
Ford and Newberry Invited to Appear Before Senate
The Senate invited Henry Ford and Truman S. Perry to testify on the election matter tied to Michigan Senator Henry Ford and party conduct. Proceedings delayed further discussion as the body debated whether to compel personal appearances or issue coercive measures.
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Ford
Newberry
Senate
Associated Press
Washington
B. C
Henry Ford
Truman S
Perry
Michigan
Five Die In Ohio Interurban Car Crash At London
Five persons killed and about a dozen injured when an interurban car left the track in central London Ohio last night. The car plunged into a building and overturned, with rescue and investigations under way according to Associated Press reports.
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Ohio
Associated Press
Cohlumbus
London
Aseinsina
Luxembourg Duchess Opposed by Provisional Government
A chaotic bid for a Luxembourg republic unfolds as palace factions resist abdication. The queen refused a 24 hour exile and the crowd debates German ties while France contemplates official contact in Paris.
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Geneva
Luxemburg
Gran Uchess
Marie
Purchasen
Whiether
Willian
Hecone Encaead
Apprecht
Ravari
Fresichi
France
Paris
Jta
Luxensure
War scenes shift as Soviet forces close near Warsaw
Fragmented OCR notes describe Soviet advances near Warsaw and fears for Vilna. Mentions 6,000 men and rail lines with vague timing and danger to the area. References to Poland and ongoing conflict with sporadic names and ad text interwoven.
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Warsi
Warsaw
Railrom
Vilna
Paso
Poland
Adenr
Paper Delivery Notice Adapts to Recipients
Notice requests readers to call 838200 if the paper is not delivered to their home or by an agent, and promises a replacement copy will be sent after verification. It emphasizes preapproval of any phone calls.
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Os Ofefock
Plese Phont
Mast
Alice
Peace Conference Notes Hint at League Foundations
Paris reports indicate the Allied leaders plan a formal peace conference with Russia and Germany as prominent players. Wilson hires a personal press agent as talks focus on a League of Nations framework and extension terms for the German armistice.
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Wilson
Leagee
League, of Nations
League of Nations
Marshal Peach
Gom- Wander
Trevés
Yes Once
Otmmaterial
P Hack
Sterday
Adobe
Amer
Nena
Ris
Smesin Mow
Ry Shro
Pgagive
INAL
Pian
Tamora Niimente
Tirkea Gapeti
SCM
Yeesigens
Baker
Motha
Renel
Wilvon
Lanse
David Linvd Georse
Lovtay
Hreuil
Butter and Eggs Supply Dips in Scarce Markets
A distorted report notes butter and egg markets facing shortages with prices and supplies fluctuating. Mentions Quito, Grewhange, SCOT, and Hodder VA with observer counts suggesting a decline from normal levels to about ten thousand cases amid inconsistent deliveries.
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Roy
Déitlers
Bharat Hodder
Scot
Colonel Murd ers Major in Brutal Killing
In London a sensational case reports Lieut Col Norman C Rutherford charged with the wilful murder of Maj Miles Charles Beton of Melhonene. The shooting occurred at Beton’s residence and Maj Seton, secretary of the Indian Office department, was seen entering the change with a weapon on the scene. Police found Beton with multiple wounds and Rutherford was taken into custody. Details remain undisclosed.
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London
Jain
iNorman C Rutherford
Miles Charles Beton
Melhonene
Majton
Enugie
Malcolm Catter Seton
Tary
Judicial and Pupilic Department
The
Indian Office
Cpl
Rutherford
Beton
Maj. Seton
European Food Bill Passed by Lower Body
The House approved President Wilson's request to appropriate 100 million dollars for food relief in European countries excluding Germany. The vote was 242 to 74, and the measure heads to the Senate for action. Wilson warned Bolshevism spreads westward unless food aid helps stabilize Europe.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. CL
Wilson
Congress
Germany
House of the Hill
Genale
Teaders
Theanry White
Premter
State Department
White
Furssit
Feria
Woolley Urges Federal Railways Control Over Freight Rates
Commissioner Robert W. Woolley of the Interstate Commerce Commission argues for extended federal operation of railroads to sustain fair freight rates. He contends continued government management, under normal conditions, would ensure justice to the entire public and not just shippers or carriers.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Robert W. Woolley
Interstate Commerce Commission
Labor Increase Prompts Defense Board Job Push
A National Council of Defense message to state councils reports employment of common labor exists in twelve states, up from seven a week earlier. States listed include California Colorado Missouri Montana Oregon Utah and others, as Defense Board seeks to place workers.
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Thessnciated Press
Washington, D. C
National Council of Defense
California
Colorado
Tahoe
Wilngisi Town
Missouri
Montana
North Dakota
Oregon
Utah
Hangings of Serbians Shown in Captive Photos
Photographs found in a ruined prison depict hangings of Serbian men and women by Bulgarian forces. The images, reportedly obtained by Associated Press correspondents, show Austrian and Bulgarian officers grinning beside victims suspended on gibbets in rows.
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Aio Des
Corresport
Associated Pr
Pres
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Wilson weighs US lecture tour before peace congress
Paris dispatch reports President Wilson considering a national speaking tour in March after his return to the United States. He would visit major cities possibly reaching the Pacific coast to explain Paris proceedings and rally support for his peace principles amid plans for an extra congressional session or return to Europe for the League of Nations.
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Associated Press
Paris
Wilson
United States
Pacific
Congress
Europe
Peace Congress
League of Nations
Mission
Preandrik Wilson
Ameri Jcan Peace Commissions
E. N. Hurey
B. M. Baruch
Herbert O. Hoogiar
Vance McCormick
Col
EL "A. House
Beling
Engs Senate
Man's body mangled on rail tracks in Dubuque
The horribly mangled body of a man identified as Frank Van Vleet was found on the Chicago Great Western tracks in Dubuque Iowa early Tuesday. Police believe he attempted to board a moving train and was dragged over more than half a block, with clothing fragments scattered along the path.
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Associated Press
Dubuque, In
Frank van Vleet
Chicago, Great Western Railway
Laborite Declines Office as Trade Board Secretary
London January 14 Stephen Walsh a Laborite refused to accept two appointments as parliamentary secretary of the president of the board of trade. His retirement leaves about four Labor representatives in the government. The move contrasts with the previous administration.
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Laborite
Offich
Assocnted
London
Stephen Walsh
Board of Trade
Wriday
Ilis
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