Relief for Halifax Disaster Grows Larger in Canada Aid
St John New Brunswick relief officials estimate 2,800 dead and 20,000 to 25,000 homeless after yesterday's Halifax explosion and fires. Losses pegged at 25 to 30 million dollars with 3,000 to 4,000 dwellings destroyed. Sir Robert Borden arrived to place federal resources at Halifax Dartmouth relief.
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Halifax Blizzard Devastates City Killing Thousands
Fairfax Nova Scotia December 7 Halifax faced a ferocious blizzard that halted rescue work in the Richmond section and left most buildings exposed to biting wind. Officials fear 2000 dead and 3000 injured as fires burn and hunger looms with limited communications and dwindling blankets.
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War Declared on Austria and Rescue Halted
In Today’s Standard Page war declared on Austria halts rescue work while Kerensky is elected to new office. Halifax appeals for supplies as fans remain strained. The issue lists theatrical notes, alimony case, enlistment of youths, and local notices from chamber of commerce to support Hal.
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No parallel to horror of it all
Duncan Gray recalls Halifax wreck after inspecting shells in a waterfront shed. He describes winds driving debris as the building collapsed, pulling 22 people from rubble, including children. He likens scenes to battlefields, noting smoke, and frightened survivors, with many bodies and distraught parents. Continued on Page 7.
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Huns Pressing Italians Hard In World War I Report
The Associated Press reports Italian forces are under heavy pressure from numerically superior enemy forces with scarce ammunition. Italian gains on the Asiago plateau are offset by high casualties, while Berlin claims 4 000 more prisoners since the offensive began. Eastern fronts show minor activity as Rumanians and Russians pause fighting.
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Allenby reports occupation of Hebron Palestine
London reports General Allenby states Hebron in Palestine has been occupied by British forces. Hebron lies about 20 miles southwest of Jerusalem with roughly 15,000 inhabitants and historic ties to biblical figures.
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Weather Forecast for Mons Probe ably Sunday
A Sunday forecast follows a warmer Saturday with clearer skies. Local meteorologists predict mild temperatures and light breezes, aiding observatories and researchers on weekend operations in Mons.
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Elect Kerensky to New Office in Petrograd
Petrograd reports Kerensky chosen as minister to December 6. Bolshevik control at Vladivostok possible if reports true. Transsiberian railway may be under Bolshevik grip. U S and Japan stockpiles await shipment. allies wary to prevent Bolshevik access. Sailors and red guards guard Tobolsk to protect ex emperor Nicholas II. Kornilov joins Don Cossacks as former commander Ku. State Bank employees detained for refusing Bolshevik orders. Express firms seek 10 percent rate hike amid wartime emergency.
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Americans Seized by Yaqui Raiders Near Esperanza
Three Americans and one German were captured near Esperanza ten miles south of Guayamas Sonora by Yaqui Indians who raided the town on Wednesday according to passengers arriving on a train from Guayamas.
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United States Declares War on Germany in 1917 Vote
The U S Congress formally declared war on Germany after brief debates in both chambers. President Wilson attached his signature as senators Stone Norris La Follette and others spoke, with one dissenting vote by Representative London. Vote followed rapid and largely ceremony free proceedings across both houses.
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Central trains speed aid to Halifax disaster zone
New York Central railroad sent several special trains to Halifax carrying 600 men and tools, lumber, portable houses, and motor trucks. A salvage corps of 20 engineers will restore damaged homes and build temporary shelters as quickly as possible. Dr Thomas Darlington leads housing efforts coordinating with Halifax health officials. The Red Cross train, carrying clothing, food and medical supplies valued near a quarter of a million dollars, is due to arrive soon.
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