13 Dec 1914
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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1914
Page
1
Reports indicate increased stock gains on western fronts while eastern positions see intensified fighting. A light cruiser Dresden ran aground in port, drawing emergency salvage efforts as crews assess damage.
Dispatch reports on German naval maneuvers and Russian actions in Lodz, plus Paris reports on Ypres frontline gains. Forbes notes New York Stock Exchange reopening signaling renewed confidence after a 122 day closure, vowing renewed investment and economic activity.
Ambassadors in Constantinople report fresh trouble with American missions as Turkish authorities deport French and British from Beirut. Italy seeks explanation over arrest of British consul near Hoc Hedy and Turkish forceful entry into a settlement. A Brazilian coast clash involves the German Karlsruhe and British cruiser Glasgow with partial damage but no official confirmation.
Constantinople reports the Torna fleet bombarded the Russian port of Batoum on Thursday. The action involved a large Russian force, with nine hundred Russians said to have continued elsewhere.
Alabama teachers allege delays in November pay due to a depleted treasury. Officials report about 400000 dollars unpaid across several counties while 16 000 teachers in the state await funds before holidays. Governor O Neal in Washington amid river and harbor talks.
Weatherly of the First National Bank announces a contest to raise hogs and corn in Calhoun county. The plan offers 190 for the best acre of corn and 50 for the best hog crop with entry open to all local boys. Auburn College has been asked for guidance on details with more information to come.
Fragmentary notice describes a December event tied to a hotel and mine magnates Parker, Fiood, and Pedieu. It mentions a stock or damage context with escalating reductions and a United States reference, but details are garbled and names uncertain.
In a dramatic move President Villa resigns from State 108 and assumes command of the army amid Mexico City's turmoil. The decision shifts leadership ahead of key national security challenges and signals a major reorganization of military command.
A dated report notes leadership changes within the U.S. Navy with Adm to take personal command of upper forces. The article mentions upcoming troop movements and training periods as plans unfold.
The Rathbone lodge hosts a gathering with 65 members and guests from Calhoun county. Grand Chancelier L. C. Waldrex leads remarks as Oxford Ladies serve a banquet in the former Water Company building on Main Street. Speeches from John Miterald and others highlight the early charter members and local participation.
Campbell and Harrison of Anniston recount a cargo ship voyage to France at the start of World War I. They describe living conditions aboard with horses and 10 crew, wartime impressions, French reactions, and British mood.
District President J A Robertson explains why I am Bala headed while Charles B Leyden discusses The Press and Pythianism The Pythians are connected with the church and R G Waldrop delivers tribute to charter members The Ladies God bless them is noted with a talk by Chancellor Johnson and past district president Wit on what Pythianism means to you one MIAN remains unclear
Sheriff John McMurtiet of Hardin County was wounded during a tense siege at a house where a deputy sheriff had been killed and a posse pursued a suspect. He was rushed to a hospital in dying condition as the assault on the fortified residence continued.
The Pennsylvania Grand Lodge of Masons offered its 912000 emergent relief fund to aid distressed brethren in wartime nations Philadelphia December 12.
An item notes the 250th anniversary of the first Lutheran church founded in New York. The fragment mentions New York and December 12, marking a milestone in church history.
Weather report notes temperature lows in Concordia Kansas and highs in San Antonio Texas with figures appearing corrupted and unclear. The Kansas City dispatch mentions two below zero in one location and 23 above in another with Dallas also showing 23 above.
A ceremony was held in the downtown chapel of St Matthew's at 424 Broome Street to mark a special occasion. Attendees gathered for the local observance in a traditional setting.
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