Possibility of Saving Cabinet Debated in Times Notes
The Times reports opposition to Derby's entitlements scheme citing McKenna and Runciman concerns over Britain's war cost and needed military size while praising trade's role. The Morning Post foresees persuading opponents and predicts Labour may join, with public opinion leaning toward Asquith. Moderate MP Hoots O. HM. comments on coercion versus dialogue.
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Derby
The
Times
Mos Kenna
Great Britain
Runciman
Adde.d
the Times
Earl Derby
McKenna
Morning Post
Cabinet position clarified on compulsory service
London dispatch explains Prime Minister Asquith’s stance on conscription for single men. Cabinet agrees on compulsory service in principle with phased groups and vows no broad adult conscription yet. Government expects opposition but aims for a smooth bill passage and general agreement, noting Ireland as an exception.
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London
Asquith
House
Commons
Ireland
Villa Departures to Join Family in Turbulent Operations
A military dispatch describes soldiers collecting pay in a mix of United States currency and constitutionalist pesos as officers from captain to colonel receive varying sums. At the same time piecework at the border signals a resumption of international trade with the American Smelting and Refining Company purchasing 2000 carloads of fuel for Chihuahua and Durango smelters. A mining accident at the West Colusa mine injures a miner who, though struck by rock, survives with non life threatening injuries and is taken to Murray's hospital.
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Alvarado
Obregon
Alvardo
United States
Imparranza
Walt
Carranza
Efinine
Chihuahua
Durango
Industr
Zacatecas
Buh
North
Aged Pioneer Al Brubaker Remembered in Big Hole
Aged pioneer Al Brubaker long known in Wise River and the Big Hole country is recalled for decades of mining, Santa Claus roles, and community service. He traveled with companions to Denver and Virginia City, later settling near Dewey. His death ends a life tied to Montana pioneer circles and local fishing lore.
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Placer Mining
Dewey
Dodgson
Brubaker
Wise River
Wise
Big Hole
al Brubaker
Santa Claus
Ns Jt
Butte
Atream
Montana Pioneers
Garrison Plans Rapid Build Up of Nation's Defense
Washington reports Secretary of War Garrison is at his New Jersey home preparing data to accelerate defense plans through Congress. A recent military resurvey shows unpreparedness and prompts an immediate campaign for defense, prioritizing urgent measures over universal service while laying groundwork for long term policy.
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Washington
Newersey
Congress
Universal Service
Hamilton Tells How He Prevented Being Pursued
Colorado Springs Colorado December 29 Arthur Hamilton admitted to authorities that he poured ammonia on his trail to thwart bloodhounds and watched posses from a hiding place within 10 feet of the test as officers arrived He was charged with robbing the Bank of Manitou of 2500 on December 7 and was arrested in Indianapolis a week ago He said he timed his climbs while fleeing over a mountain for two days before the robbery and pleaded guilty to the crime He claims Tutte Montana as his home.
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Colorado Springs
Golo
Arthur Hamilton
Manitou
Hamilton
Indianapolis
Eria
Tutte, Mont
Two Fronts Battle Across Balkan Fronts
Army dispatches describe French progress on foothill crests dominating the plain while Saloniki remains secure. Serbian and Montenegrin forces regroup at Scutari and Ebasan, with Austrians reportedly unable to threaten through Albanian passes and the Drin River region. In London, cabinet divisions on compulsory service ease, as Asquith’s stance gains public support and labor leaders prepare a joint union statement.
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Saloniki
Scutari
Ebasan
Alvania
Bjelopolje
Drin
London
Papite
Asquith
Labor Party
Federation of Trade Unions
Storm Moves Rapidly Across the Country
A Chicago report describes a Tuesday-origin storm from Texas racing northeast. By tonight it covered Central Indiana to Southern New England with rain sleet and high winds. Telegraph lines failed, then partial service returned as companies rerouted signals. normal service expected to resume tomorrow.
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Chicago
Texas
Indiana
New England
C. L. Mitchell
Federal Weather Bureau
Train and streetcar service Restoration After Incident
The report notes that outline communication was restored and there was significant disruption to train and streetcar service along with property damage. No further details on location or date are provided.
Joseph M. Lindley Dead Pioneer of Sixty Four
Joseph M. Lindley, Civil War veteran and noted Montana pioneer, died this evening after a long illness and heart trouble. He came to Montana in 186 and worked in freighting and the cattle business from 1871 to 1882. In later years he was active in real estate and insurance.
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Boxeman
Joseph M. Lindley
Montana
Father of Belt Joy Castner Dies After Long Life
Special Dispatch to the Standard from Great Falls Montana. John K. Castner a pioneer of this part of Montana and the father of the town of Belt, dies aged about 60 after heart trouble. He had resided at Belt for many years. The report mentions experiments in Italy indicating tomatoes planted in vineyards can kill phylloxera insects affecting grapevines.
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Standard
Great Falls
John K. Castner
Monana
Bolt
Sample Free by Mail Offers Skin Treatment Kit
An advertisement touts a free by mail sample of a skin treatment called Skinook upon request. It promises eczema relief on the face and AIDS cure claims, with a department address for postage. The offer states the product is sold worldwide.
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Caticura
Dept
Ty Boeten
Warrants for four sent to Washington
New York dispatch reports warrants for the arrest of Congressman Frank Buc han of Illinois and three others, including Robert Fowler and Martin, in a conspiracy case tied to strikes at American munition plants. Remaining defendants Monnet, Taylor, and Lamar appeared and were bailed. The eight men face federal action. arrests to be executed in Washington. Justice White’s view on parliamentary immunity is noted.
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New York
Frank Bucian
Illinois
Robert Fowler
Ormer
Ilinois
Martin
Herman Schulters
Washington
Monnet
Ohio
Jacob C.taylor
Labor
National Peace Council
David Lamar
United States
Ustrict
Meted
Busiand
Buchanan
Lamar
von Rintelen
Peace Council
Legat
Taylor
Find
Tamar
Federal Grand Jury
Department of Justice
Supreme Cent
Justice White
Diet
Willon
White
England
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