Harvard Students Protest Embalmed Beef Ration
In Cambridge Harvard students decry a preserved beef lunch served at Memorial Hall feed lines as unfit for consumption. A petition is circulating with talk of a court martial if any fatalities occur, while veterans recall harsher ration experiences from previous wars. Local crime reports note four burglaries on Elm Street and nearby stores with about 150 dollars in goods stolen.
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Cabinet Meets Over Samoa Crisis and Kautz Orders
Washington dispatch reports all Cabinet members present as Samoa tensions prompt a call for a three power conference in Berlin. Germany may disavow any unilateral action by its Apia consul. Navy orders to Philadelphia focus on coal and hull readiness. potential hull cleaning and a Bates replacement from Texas are planned if departure is delayed.
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New Orleans
Jack the Ripper In Cologne and Münster Notorious killer terrorizes cities
Bulletin reports the Cologne Ripper has moved to Münster Westphalia with two women victims late last night. One in serious condition. police chase clues across Brussels Amsterdam Stockholm and other capitals. The spree prompts citywide fear as girls avoid streets and schools empty.
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Germany's Interests First in Samoa Treaty Ties
Berlin dispatch reports German officials weigh Samoa tensions amid joint British American influence. National Zeitung notes untenable Samoa conditions and awaits further details of three power conflict and its risks. Vossische Zeitung says Germany will act in line with treaty duties while safeguarding German interests. Reichsanzeiger confirms audience between Wilhelm II and Baron von Buelow, then with Sir Frank Lasselles.
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Vossische Zeitung
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Baron von Buelow
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General Eagan’s Case in Washington War Dept
Washington January 20 General Eagan not on duty at the War Department nor in charge of the commissary-general’s office. He has not yet secured counsel. Lieber’s charges not served. Lt. Col. George B. Davis arrives from West Point to act as judge advocate. Examination will delay dispatch to General Kagan.
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Germany Hedges on Samoa Irregularities and Mataafa Victory
Berlin reports from Samoa align with the Post on official accounts. Germany will not back any treaty-contrary irregularity, though no proof yet that the Apia consul erred. Mataafa’s election remains questioned as overwhelmingly supported. The Falke’s captain downplays incidents, no new ships planned.
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Widow Agnes Wisstaff Faces Kleptomania Claim
Agnes Wisstaff a well dressed widow living at 65 Harvard Street claims she is a kleptomaniac and cannot help stealing pocketbooks. Police have until next Friday to determine if this is true after she was arrested Thursday by Inspector Joe Knox of Jordan, Marsh & Co.
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Men’s Overcoats Sale in Various Styles
An advertisement offering men's overcoats at five dollars, with Beaver lined coats described as durable and stylish. Higher grades listed at six, seven fifty, ten, twelve, fifteen, and eighteen dollars, featuring black and blue finishes and up-to-date fit and workmanship.
Men's Suits Price Drop Across Fabric Range
Classified note offers all wool Cheviots in over plaid patterns at 8.98 and marks down from 12 with later prices listed at 9.97 10 12 15 and 18, signaling a broad sale across fabrics as prices rise.
Boys' Reefers for Boys Ages 3 to 8 Years
Listing describes blue Chin chilla reefers sized 3 to 8 years, priced at $1.48. Emphasizes strong construction for wear and comfort.
Brown Meltons and Astrachans with sailor collars
Brown Meltons with small velvet collars and Astrachans in various shades feature deep sailor collars. Sizes range from 3 to 8. Blue Chinchillas with ulster collars offered in sizes 8 to 16.
Avon Patient Shows Little Hope of Recovery
AVON January 20. Semery French, who has for several days been dying from an illness, rests more comfortably today though physicians hold little hope for his recovery.
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Mien's Trousers Sale Prices and Styles
A local advertisement notes Mien's trousers priced at $2.00 with markdowns from $3.00. It lists fancy worsteds with nobby stripe effects, cassimeres in checks, plain and fancy mixtures, and other goods at $3, $4, and $5.
Boys' Suits on sale in Dickey Kersey all wool
Eight piece Middy or Vestee suits for boys ages 3 to 8 offered at 1.98 each. Double knees and handsome novelties in Dickey Kersey wool.
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Double-breasted Reefer Suits for Children in Scotch Cheviots
Wholesale terms describe double-breasted reefer suits for children aged 3 to 16 years in Scotch cheviots. Suits for sizes up to 8 years feature deep sailor collars trimmed with braid, priced at 2.98.
Fortune Reported For Mrs Bloodgood On Stage
New York reports a fortune of about 100000 said to have fallen to Mrs Jack Bloodgood while she is starring in Catherine in Boston. Her mother Annie Sutton Goodwin died, and funeral was held today. Her past includes a social career, a runaway at seventeen with William Havemeyer, a broken marriage, and later marriage to Jack Bloodgood. Bloodgood aided Mrs Wilmerding’s fight for freedom from Bloomingdale Asylum. She arrived in Boston with a minor role and has since drawn praise for her performance.
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Forged in vain: Saure arrested in New York for $20,000 club forgery
Louis J. Saure, former confidential clerk for Model, Church & Weiner, was arrested in New York on charges of stealing $20,000 through forged checks. He fled to Europe with his ailing wife, hoping climate would aid her health, and returned with detectives tracking him to his mother's home. Her condition worsened as authorities detained him last night.
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