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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1915
Page
1
Destructive quake hits Sora sixty miles northeast of Rome. Reports say about fifteen thousand dead in Avezzano and thousands more in surrounding towns. hundreds rescued, many injured. King orders relief efforts as trains bring wounded and troops guard damaged areas.
From Rome the Morning Post reports the Lake Fucino quake left Avezzano with about twelve thousand residents, only a hundred survivors, and overall victims estimated between twenty-three and twenty-five thousand. The figures reflect Rome Tribuna figures and indicate widespread destruction in the region.
In Grand Rapids Michigan on January 14 a landmark Masonry event gathered leaders for the corner stone ceremony of the citys new Masonic Temple. Funds were raised by selling trowels to support construction.
Berlin economists issue an appeal urging Germans to curb food use to resist British pressure for a dishonorable peace. They propose famine defense measures including war bread, potato heavy menus, saving meat and fat, and stockpiling smoked meats. They stress a systematic dietary shift as precaution.
Activists gather as protesters oppose a proposal to tax wells owned by foreign entities, arguing the plan targets foreign investment and could affect local revenue. Officials defend the measure as a means to expand state tax revenue and fund public services.
Reports from Washington and Philadelphia recap Mexican political drama and U S oil politics. Eduardo Turbide describes a dangerous escape amid clashes among Mexican generals. Bryan protests Carranza over oil-well assessments. Charles Dooin accepts Cincinnati manager offer for two year deal at six thousand dollars yearly.
By Asenrored Prove Laredo January 4 The food shortage at Monterey is growing serious, announced at Nuevo Laredo by Carranza officials. No regular train service is available and efforts are under way to bring corn in wartime.
In Pelham Georgia Flem Jackson, an African American man, was convicted in nine minutes for fatally shooting Deputy Sheriff Will Griner in Attia county. He faces execution or life punishment at the state jail tomorrow as officials report plans to appeal and seek a new trial.
Texarkana Arkansas January 14 The Texarkana Telephone Company will tomorrow take over the local plant of the Southwestern Telephone Company. The merger details were arranged recently in St Louis.
London January 14 Stored in the War Office building are tents of samples of meat hard bread bacon and cheese used to verify contractor deliveries at military bases. The reform attributed to Lord Kitchener improved quality and control despite transport delays and underbidding fears.
In France on January 14 reports note increasing attention to sentry dogs in war effort. English, Russian, and German forces train dogs for early enemy warning, with success in northern sectors where night attacks have failed. Selection and training are critical to effectiveness.
A historic photo shows Fortress Bismarck at Tsingtan in German China after Japanese bombardment. The steel gun casemate was ripped free, burying about a dozen men as shells struck the fortifications during fighting near Ching.
Wheat rose to 143 3/8 as speculation about a five cent bread tax and European government actions sparked export hopes. Prices for wheat and substitutes hit multi year highs with talk of large weekly export volumes and potential April to June shortages.
Testimony before the Federal Investigation Commission concerns personnel in government offices in the Dominican Republic and the influence of Wall Street figures. Questions focus on Rockefeller funds, Standard Oil, mining in Colorado, and related corporate ties.
Columbia officials report that Cole L. Lease resigned from his office today after a 16 year tenure. He offered no explanation as he steps down days before the term ends. An inauguration plans agenda will be announced by state authorities.
Fragmentary text references Chicago area league officials and an anti section next week. Details are unreadable. entities and specifics cannot be confirmed from the provided fragment.
Weather report lists temperatures and conditions for multiple cities including Oklahoma City Pauls Valley Enid Hobart Big Springs Hillsboro Cleburne El Paso San Antonio Gainesville Marshall Sherman Texarkana and Texarkana noting clear skies in most locations with highs around the 60s and 70s and occasional cloud cover in some spots.
Fragmentary OCR note lists a Washington location and dates with unclear names and events. suggests a historical newspaper snippet mentioning fair, food, and a weekday. Cannot identify full entities or a clear incident from the fragment.
In Washington on January 14 Secretary Bryan acknowledged Britain’s preliminary reply to the US note protesting the treatment of central commerce by the fleet. The note expressed appreciation for the friendly response and satisfaction that US principles of international law were accepted, though Porther’s comment was deemed premature.
The Acre Club of America hosts its annual meeting and dinner at the St Regis in New York. Notable invitees include Orville Wright and Alexander Graham Bell, with medals for aviators who flew over Vera Cruz. The Colley Trophy honors past aviation progress and a push to foster airship development.
In New York on a decree of the federal court the sale of certain property and an interest in a joint business is set for noon at the Peteral Court Home. The action names Clattin 4 and cites assets of millions in the linked corporation with connections to Brooklyn New York Hofraio Newark Pittsburgh Cincinnati and other cities. The claimants seek to reorganize the watered corporation to fund the sale.
A three day regatta in Miami opened today with few boats entered and $2,500 pledged. Organizers reported fair water conditions and no handicap divisions, while Biscayne Bay and the harbor area attracted attention as crews prepared for the powerboat events.
The Washington Board of Trade prepares a celebration for its twenty fifth anniversary with honorary members Carneete and Gen Geo H Tarr expected to attend and address the gathering.
Harrisburg reports a notable decrease last year in fatal accidents in the Pennsylvania coal fields per state mine department figures. The data show improved safety conditions across mines and reduced casualty counts for 192? releases.
Precarious condition reported as a collision occurred in western fields affecting both sides. Authorities investigate cause and assess injuries with medical teams on site. Local residents watch for updates as roadways impacted and traffic diverted.
The latest Allied report acknowledges a Russian withdrawal in the Caucasus while asserting no overall change in operations. German gains near Soissons are described as partial with French bridges flooded and communications disrupted. Petrograd claims progress on the lower Vistula and Azerbaijan regrouping. Austrian aristocracy reportedly buys American securities in Switzerland.
An official statement reports progress on the right bank of the lower Vistula with the enemy cavalry repulsed and Sarpets in Soviet hands. Left bank actions saw isolated German attacks repulsed while Austrian-front cannonade was silenced by Russian batteries.
A new Zeppelin airship from Friedrichshafen completed a one hour trial flight and returned safely. It is reported to soon depart for service over the North Sea.
Washington January 11 an interest case tests German wheat products for treatment of America. The Treasury Department appealed against a ruling on ad valorem duties. The case signals possible retaliation by the United States if Germany imposes duties on American wheat and flour.
In Wheeling Jan Peder conellatora leads an investigation into a miner strike hoard. Seven operators were closed up and invited old meoy to return. Miners claim union men were working while the amid unrest continues.
In Paducah Tex on January 14 J M Haverty a well known Matador ranch lawyer clashed with Brown after an argument over dogs leading to gunfire. Brown fired four shots wounding Haverty with a flesh wound and a non fatal abdominal hit. Haverty was arrested on Main Street as the altercation ended in a roadside confrontation.
Rhita urges rapid transit in Philadelphia and LVIA with a push for elevated lines and transfer facilities. City business leaders say the initiative is essential to modernize infrastructure and provide up-to-date facilities for the public.
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