Europe Tragedy in Italy After Earthquake Toll Soars
Reports to Premier Salandra from twenty four towns place death estimates near twenty thousand with many not yet heard from. Rescue teams pull survivors amid panic while Lake Fucino threat looms and refugees face pneumonia in open camps as 30,000 soldiers aid relief efforts.
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Rome
Salandra
Victor Emmanuel
Avezzano
Sora
Pescina
Maglianomarsi
San Benedetto
Capelle
Isolatini
Capistrello
Solmona
Torre Cajetani
Tagliacozzo
Cese
Arpino
Villalago
Cocculo
Antrosano
Bussi
Pescenza
Sassa
Monterotondo
Topoli
Fucino
Italy
Earthquake Rescue in Sora Church Buries and Rescues
Naples reports rescuers pulled many earthquake victims from the Church of Santa Hestituta including twenty nuns and the priest during Mass. Twenty-seven people suffered serious injuries among those saved after the roof collapsed in the second shock.
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Naples
Santa Hestituta
Sora
Washington Democrats Lose Hope for General Legislation
Democratic leaders in the Senate face persistent parliamentary obstacles from minority senators and expect to push only appropriation bills and the government ship purchase measure as the Britydbird congress nears its end.
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Washington
Senate
Red Cross Issues Urgent Appeal for Earthquake Relief
Washingway reports the American Red Cross will wire 20000 dollars to support earthquake victims and seeks President Wilson to urge the nation to donate funds for relief efforts.
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American Red Cross
Alan Red Cross
Wilson
United States
Mob seizes prisoners from Jasper County Jail at Monticello
Aiita Ga Dan Barber big som Jesse and Barber’s two married daughters Bula and Mila Charles were taken from the Jasper county jail in Monticello by a mob and lynched.
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Aiita
Dan Barber
Big Som
Jesse
Barber
Bula
Mila Charles
Ne Greet
Jasper County
Monticello
Des Moines Man Killed In Incident. Thirteen Others Affected
Des Moines resident lower D. J. Kobbe of 6 South Mo was killed and thirteen others injured in a recent incident. Authorities reported multiple injuries and ongoing investigations as details emerge. Local responders rushed to the scene and transported victims to area hospitals for treatment.
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Des Moings
Lower
Earthquake Devastates Avezzano and Central Italy
A massive Italian quake leveled Avezzano and damaged Rome, Sora, Naples, and surrounding towns. Reports cite about 20,000 dead and 90,000 injured, with 12,000 in Avezzano nearly wiped out. Monarchs and ambassadors monitored damage as churches and palazzi suffered cracks and collapse.
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Rome
Iitaly
Avezzano
Abruzal
Italy
Sora
Re Nef
Palazzio del Braga
Thomas Nelson Page
Naples
Caserta
Meteorological Institute
Monterotondo
Zagarolo
Gallano
Veroli
Pereto
Poggio Nativo
Torre Cajetani
Artara
Pope Benedict
Vatican
Victor Emmanuel
Woman suffrage setback in House vote on amendment
The House rejected the Mondell resolution 204 to 174, failing to submit a constitutional amendment for women's suffrage to the states. Democratic Leader Underwood opposed, while Republican Leader Mann supported. This marked the second national defeat for the cause within a year as the Senate earlier voted 66 to 34 against a similar amendment.
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Washington
House of Representatives
Congress
House
Mondell
Underwood
Republcan
Mann
Chamlain
Oregon
Senate
Rome Earthquakes Recorded at Georgetown Seismographs
Seismographs at Georgetown University logged tremors from Rome between 2.23 and 2.32 a m eastern time on Wednesday. The Rome times convert to 8.13 to 5.22 in Rome.
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Washington
Rome
Georgetown University
French Parliament Sits as 1915 Session Opens
The regular parliamentary session of 1915 opened on Tuesday. Baron Anne de Mackey, the eldest deputy, called the chamber to order and delivered an address that was wildly cheered by the members.
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Perts
Anne de Mackey
Chamber
Expect European War To Spread Across Balkans
The report notes Greece and Turkey near breaking point over Asia Minor treatment. Romania may join the Allies as Russians push toward Transylvania, forming a broad eastern front. Italy grows restless over Turkey and supports Servia access to an Adriatic port. Bulgaria waits on Macedonia before arming.
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Greece
Turkey
Asia Minor
London
Romania
Transylvania
Baltic
Adriatic
Roumania
Arma
Bulgaria
Macedonia
Federal government sets standard weights and measures act
For the first time the federal government will control weights and measures under a bill approved by the house and already passed by the senate establishing a standard barrel for fruits vegetables and other dry commodities. Previous attempts by Congress failed.
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Washington
House
Senate
Congress
Schumann-Heink Cancels Tour Dates in Chicago
Madame Ernestine Schumann Heink cancels remaining concert dates amid illness. She is seriously ill at her Chicago home with bronchial pneumonia and doctors say she must rest for many weeks.
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Chicago
Ernestine Schumann- Heink
Local Federation Commits Aid to Movement Plan
A federation decision pledges full aid to the movement, aiming to bolster support and resources for its goals. The stance signals broad backing and logistical assistance, aligning group efforts with the initiative.
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Shmeasbie
Insiateneaeiaal UN the
Federation
Canadian customs wary on contraband hides shipment
Vancouver Canada customs officials Thursday said the contraband issue will be pursued regarding hides sent to the United States for leather manufacturing.
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Vancouver
B. C
Canadian Customs Department
United States
Ver a Crua General Carranza Proclaims Gambling Decree
General Carranza announces a new decree aimed at ending gambling activity. The move signals a crackdown as authorities pursue regulatory action and law enforcement steps against gambling operations.
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Vera Crua
Carranza
Civic Counter Dedication Marked by Masked Ball
The event in Gatur was held to dedicate the eos civic counter. A masked ball drew about 1,000 attendees.
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Eos
Bryan Protests to First Chief Over Oil Plant Shutdown Threat
Secretary Bryan issued a strong protest to General Carranza authorities at Tampico over threats to close oil wells near Tampico. The dispute centers on a heavy tax demanded by Mexican officials, with American and British operators affected. The state department and foreign embassies report the pressure to shut down plants if the payment is not made.
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Washington
Bryan
Carranza
Tampico
State Department
Canby Shifts Blame Over Flour Costs to Farmers
Caleb H. Canby president of the Chicago board of trade told the U S district attorney leading the inquiry into the high cost of living that millers and bakers blame him while farmers by holding wheat are driving prices higher.
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Chicago
Caleb H. Canby
Chicago Board of Trade
United States
Resignation of South Carolina Governor Blease Accepted
Columbia, D C Governor Cole L Blease whose term expires January 19 filed his resignation with the secretary of state. The resignation sent to the senate was immediately accepted and Lieutenant Governor Smith took the oath for the unexpired term with no reason given.
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Columbia
D. C
Cole L. Blease
Senate
Smith
Archduke Sells Tyrol Estate at Half Value for Cash
Report notes an Austrian archduke recently disposed of a large Tyrol estate for cash at about half its assessed value. The deal reflects a swift liquidation amid unspecified circumstances.
Must Remain a Prisoner Vancouver POW News
Carl Mackensen the kaiser for his prowess in Poland was arrested Thursday by police on military orders. He was seized on his Langley farm and will be kept a prisoner of war until the present struggle ends.
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Vancouver
B. C
Carl Mackensen
Poland
Mackensen
Langley
Olympia Republican introduces bill to legalize race track betting
Olympia in King County proposes a bill to legalize horse racing wagers within the enclosure. Washington already enforces an antirace track gambling law, and the measure seeks to allow restricted betting under certain conditions.
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Olympia
Wash
Chent of King
Washington
Major Metals Firm Declares Bankruptcy in Turin
The Franco firm, a large metals company in Turin, collapsed into bankruptcy on Thursday. Reported deficits reach 10,000,000 francs ($2,000,000) caused by disrupted trade with Ligigium.
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Turin
Italy
Deaere In Metals
France
Ligigium
Denver Bus License Refused for Street Auto Service Firm
An application to operate four vehicles in Denver was denied. Benjamin Davis and Duke Burnett, representing Street Auto Service Corporation, sought the license.
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Denver
Benjamin Davis
Duke Burnett
Street Auto Service Corporation
Meeting at Capital Idaho Elected Horticultural Officers
A meeting was held at Capital Idaho where the State Horticultural Society closed its annual convention. The Idaho Berry Lobary Association joined the event for tours. Officers of the Horticultural Association were elected.
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Capital
Hioise
Idaho
Idabo Bae Lairy Association
Horticultural Associaty
Germans Capture French Towns in Alsace Region Campaign
German war office claims to have cleared the north bank of the Aisne and captured several towns north and northeast of Soissons as French forces retreat under heavy fire. French and British reports note the battle’s strategic diversion, while riverside fighting along the Aisne causes severe losses and bridge destruction.
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War Office
Alsa
Solesona
Paris War Office
Soissons
Flanders
Alsace
Kaiser
von Kluck
Aisne
Cuffies
Crovy
Bucy-le-Long
Minsy
Vauxtrot
Valerce
Bolasons
Aiene
Prussia
Sorthern
Russia
Trograd
Losteen
East Prussia
Victim Described Horrors After Rome Disaster
William Marconi arrived from Avezzano aboard the train with King Victor to describe the horrific effects of the Rome catastrophe. He noted the town was felled and survivors faced destitution after the disaster.
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Rome
William Marconi
Avezzano
Victor B Manue
Missouri suit aims to oust bread trust entity in state
Jefferson City Missouri Attorney General Barker plans a suit to remove an alleged bread trust of five souls from Missouri business. The action targets a single company said to have formed a pool and trust agreement with seven others, seeking to block its operations in the state.
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Jefferson City
Missouri
Genera Barker
Pugilist Promoters Charged in Boxing Death
Beattie Washington with Cohen and Dan Balt promoters charged with manslaughter after a fight between Cohen and Ludwig Yen ended in a death. Lonnie Austin linked to event organizer roles. Authorities allege negligence led to fatal injuries from the bout.
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Beattie
Cohen
Bay Francisco
Lonnie Austin
Dan Balt
Ludwig Yen
Wilson Speech Endorsed by Mexican Official in Mexico City
General Eulally De terries, head of the provisions department in Mexico City, publicly approves the portion of President Wilson's speech discussed in Washington. The endorsement signals diplomatic support for the administration's policy.
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Washington
Eulally de Terries
Mexico City
Wilson
Fire destroys yacht Julia. five die in Beaufort fire
Five people die when the private yacht Julia is destroyed by fire at Beaufort. A line explosion is suspected to have started the blaze, with Pamlico identifying the early Friday timing.
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Beaufort
WN. C
Julia
Pamlico
Are
Antitrust suit filed against Levi’s trust restraint claim
Jefferson City Missouri April Mon filingAttorney General Baker filed a suit in the supreme court seeking restraint of trade against Levi’s and a related trust. The case centers on alleged antitrust violations and regulatory action.
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Jefferson City
Moc
Levis
Geing & Trust
Supreme Court
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