Governor McDonald Urges Broad New Mexico Reform Agenda
Governor William C. McDonald’s message to the second New Mexico legislature outlines extensive reforms. It calls for a State Tax Commission, stronger liquor enforcement, a Board of Immigration, county salary standardization, improved highways, a workmen’s compensation act, and unified management of state institutions, plus reforms to elections and industrial legislation.
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Santa FI
N. M
William C. McDonald
New Mexico
House
Senate
Corporation Commission
Board of Immigration
McDonald
Board of Regents
Messive
Hiamese
German Troop Report Denied by Berlin Telegram
A Berlin telegram reaching Amsterdam on January 4 repudiates claims against German troops in the French committee's report, contradicting the accusations and presenting Germany's stance on the matter.
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Amsterdam
Berlin
Germany
Views of Three Big Men of United States on Prosperity
Edison Gary and Farrell share optimistic forecasts for 1915 and beyond. They stress steady growth, full employment for deserving workers, and U S leadership in finance industry and commerce, with opportunities seen as greater than ever despite wartime uncertainties.
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United States
Thomas A. Edison
BE. H. Gary
Steel Trust
James A Farrell
Mr. Edison
Kaiser
Belgium
Farrell
Pittsburgh
Samuel
Marrell
Gary
Political Debate Over Wilson Policy In Washington
A stirring debate featured sharp Republican criticism of President Wilson’s Mexican policy and Democratic defense. The session centered on Senator Commie’s resolution seeking information on handling Mexican customs from the American occupation of Veracruz, with no vote taken.
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Ry Associated Peres
Washington
Inn
Faite
Wilson
Commie
Ver Crue
Revolution Threatens Art Circles Abroad in Cuba Bay Action
Washington receives orders to take on a hundred machines plus 46 crew and sail to Guacanayabo Bay near Haiti’s southeast coast, amid rising revolutionary troubles and a tense Caribbean scene.
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Washington
Gusanacayio Bay
Covat
Cuba
Haiti
Navy proposes vast dreadnought build and warship plan
Washington reports naval committee's bill calls for two great dreadnoughts torpedo boat destroyers a light cruiser and a hospital ship plus a transport and a fleet submarine at a cost over 52 000 000 with funds allotted to Port Teronta Paculty. Toronto notes resignations by Professor Ht Ren ving er and Bon no Tapper amid university controversy as Jot Smeller becomes British naturalized.
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Washington, D. C
Previelon
Alkeen Coast
Defence
Port
Teronta Paculty
Toronto
Ont
Clovernor
Uuniversity of Torrent
Ht Renvinger
Department of
Orientel Languagees
Cermen
Bonno Tapper
Jot Smeller
University of Toronto
Pree Falconer
Mort Eminent Peara
Earthquake Strikes Rome Killing Many People
A powerful earthquake hit Rome causing extensive casualties and widespread damage. Reports indicate a higher death toll than any tremor felt in over a century, with emergency crews racing to rescue survivors amid collapsing structures.
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Rome
Italian Earthquake Devastates Regions. Death Toll Rises
An early 1909 earthquake, centered between Campobasso and Sarno, devastates Aquila and surrounding towns. Rome reports no capital losses but extensive damage and a rising death toll, with 12 000 confirmed dead and up to 20 000 injured nationwide. Pope and King Victor Emmanuel coordinate relief, churches evacuated, and requests for doctors pour in.
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Associated Press
Rome
Italy
Danse
Brugzi
Naples
Aquila
al Torre Cajetani
Pope Sonediet
Vatican
Victor Emanuel
Camp Chasso
Sarno
Earthquake Shakes Caserta Area Netling Casualties Reported
An earthquake shock near Caserta, northeast of here, caused panic today with many people seeking safety. No verified casualty figures are provided.
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Naps. Hale
Manny Sousee
Caserta
Here
Congress Adopts Federal Weight and Measure Standards
The Senate and House move to implement a constitutional control of national weights and measures. A bill sets a standard for barrels and packaging of fruits vegetables and dry commodities, signaling a major regulatory shift in commerce across the country.
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Washington
Senate
Safety exhibits draw traveling public to Columbus event
The Ohio State safety exhibition opens with displays on mine safety devices and guarding methods. Organizers from the State Industry Department and Federation of Lathe members attend, showcasing charts and equipment to prevent accidents.
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Habibi Ars
Columbbets
Otare
Victor T. Noonan
State Industria
Federation of Lathe
Tor Ainehops
ODM
Ohio
Ohio State
Vance
Rimeny
Weather summary for Texas towns with clear and cool forecast
Regional forecast shows clear conditions across Dallas Longview Abilene San Antonio Austin Waco and Sherman with cool nights and pleasant days. Numbers indicate temperatures ranging from the mid teens in Paris to the upper 60s in Houston and Dallas with some cloudy pockets and a Thursday forecast of fair to partly cloudy skies.
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Western
Dallas
Clear
Longview
Abilene
Texarks
San Antonio
Houston
A&s
Washington forecast for Ilc Jan West Texas pair Thuredev and Vriday
Regional weather chart notes a forecast for Washington with brief mention of two west Texas figures Thuredev and Vriday. Readings indicate unsettled expectations and potential temperature swings across the day.
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Washington
Washington, Ilc
Jan
West Texas
Thuredev and
Vriday
Prince of Wales At The Front In World War I Photo
The Prince of Wales appears in army uniform near the front in France. Some dispatches claim he has faced fire, though many doubt this, while he tours camps to boost morale among British troops. He looks pale and thin, suggesting hardships may have affected him.
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Prince of Wales
France
LER Planning Military Move Swirls in Mexican Campaign
Washington reports official word from Mexico that General Vila leads the Guerrerro regime in an offensive to seize Carranza loyalist forces. Eight thousand troops under General Angles head to Torreon while a strong contingent moves toward Tampico via San Luis Potosi for Carranza opposition.
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Washington, D. C
Mexico
Vila
Guitierres
de Carranza
Angreles
National Convention Names Gutieries Provisional President
A report from Mexico City states the national convention renamed General Gutieries as provisional president to oversee the nation during General Clay's ongoing term, with the date indicating the eighteenth of the month.
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Mexico
General Gutieries
General Clay
Io Lineteen Sitteen
Firemen Insurance Dept Study Before Arbitration Board
A. W. Hawley described the arduous work of railway firemen and the insurance department of the Brotherhood of Firemen and Enginemen before the Western Railroad Wage Arbitration Board. Hawley examined by W. Carter, reviewing death claims paid and service averages.
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A. W. Hawley
Brotherhood of Firemen
Western Railroad
Hawley
W. Carter
Insurance Departement Clinhikes
Jarek McSheean
Railroad
No Pantven der Cases Acted in Seventh Judicial Dietrich
Austin reporters describe a light session with no cases originating in the Seventh Judicial Dietrich acted upon in tight courts. The Legislature considered proposals ranging from hotel cleanliness to tax payment extensions and the abolition of capital punishment, affecting various state departments.
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Speers
Austin
Tex
Wheat futures surge to wartime high on strong export demand
Chicago reporters record wheat prices closing at forty one and three quarters after a day of heavy trading. Traders note millers and exporters competing amid sharp moves and a market under undisputed control as the war impact persists.
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Chicago
Copper Producers Association formed in 1914 for wartime copper stats
New York reports the Copper Producers Association formed in 1914 to distribute copper statistics and track activity at the outbreak of the war.
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New York
Turks Preparing to Invade Egypt Attacks on Polish Defenses
Turkish forces mobilize near the Egyptian frontier as reports describe ongoing clashes with Polish defensive positions. Military analysts assess strategy and potential breakthroughs amid mounting regional tensions.
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Egypt
Fronts in France and Caucasus Grip World War News
Turkish troops seize Tabriz and clash with Russians in the Caucasus as German and Russian actions widen the war. French advances near Soissons meet stiff resistance while weather limits fighting. Bucharest reports Russian attacks on Bukowina and Transylvania raise Romania’s wartime role. Submarine rumors persist with no confirmation of sinkings.
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London
Tabriz
Caucasus
Egypt
East Prussia
Poland
Aisne
Soissons
Cuffies
Crony
Moncel
Rawa
Galicia
Bucharest
Bukowina
Transylvania
Roumania
Dover
Austrian Cabinet Change Signals Shift in War Policy
Vienna reports Count Berchtold the Austrian Foreign Minister has resigned and his resignation accepted. Baron von Rajecz, Hungary’s Royal Court minister, will succeed him, indicating Hungary will play a larger role in war policy.
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Vienna
Austria
Count Berchtold
Baron von Rajcez
Hungary
Britain Dependence on Germany for War Supplies Highlighted
The London report notes Britain's reliance on German and Austrian chemical and industrial goods for barracks materials, glass, and potash. It warns that postwar supply shortages may persist as American help lags and domestic production remains limited.
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London
Britain
Great Britain
United Kingdom
Belgium
Germany
Pritish Clare Makore Ape Hati
Gertany
Ciues
Amerius
Oakland Committee to Probe Election Funds Irregularities
The Oaklanh Committee of One Hundred plans a government inquiry into altered Oakland election funds amid alleged duplications of Terre Haute scandal. J W Preston district attorney to oversee if the District Attorney's office cooperates. Evidence would be presented to Nin hands, focusing on city contracts and payroll irregularities.
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Soorig
Tu Moe Ny Qoaklanh
Cal
Jan
Terre Haute
Legeer
Oaklani Committee of One Hundred
John W. Preston
J. BR
Oakland
Dietriet Iterncy
Moving Pictures Stir Pro War Sentiment In Britain
The article describes how British cinema films depicting soldiers and Fatherland themes stir public impulses. It notes the use of moving pictures to influence opinion and shows varying reactions to wartime content featuring generals and battles, reflecting national mood and acceptance of footage.
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Muir Basia
Aldermen consider sale of city land for railroad station
The Macon city aldermen will vote on an agreement with Central of Georgia Railway to convey city land for the new railroad station site. The railroad commission will be asked to examine the grant of absolute title to the railroad for the land involved.
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Ficht Tard Groot
Macon
Broom
Central
Georela Voy
Ilroad Commission
Tulsa track interference case set for jury trial
George W. Clark of the District Court ordered a jury trial for January in a suit by R. J. Alison against Governor Cruce and militia officers for interfering with Tulsa running races last spring. The judge ruled the issue to be one of fact.
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Oklahoma City
Okla
Todiyta
Iil
R. J. Alison
Governow Cruce
To Jilitia
Tulsa
Gceorge W. Clark
District
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