Mussels Deemed Edible Nourishment Says Government
Game Warden Wilhar Ith announced the government has declared mussels a highly edible food product and better nourishment than lyssers. Mussels, gathered from Norwalk Sound shores, can be harvested quickly, though superstition warns of toxins. Oyster grounds fear mussel beds may spread and affect oyster crops if not managed. Local oystermen note spawning periods and weekly cargoes marketed to New York aboard steamers.
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MAEY
Wilharith
Nor- Penfield Reef
Smith
Aoman
Bridgeport
Norwalk
Ouimen
Sound
New York
Shipping Board may sell former German passenger steamers
Washington Den 24 The shipping board contemplates selling all former German passenger ships held under the American flag. About 103 vessels totaling roughly 230000 deadweight tons may be offered, with no fixed price though $25 a ton is suggested. Ex German liners held in reserve could also be included. the policy on passenger service remains under discussion.
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Ashington
Den
Pring Board
Gern
Shipping Board
Ter
Norwork-South America Line
Elirly Couple Buys Their Own Coffins in Frugal Move
In Mwar ke New Jersey area a 76 year old man and his wife chose to purchase their own coffins citing rising costs and desire to avoid burdening others. The plan arose after financial strain and concern over funeral expenses. Police reported minimal damage to the home and no further frayed details were provided.
British Girls Wed American Doughboys in War Years
Fragmentary news notes recount 1725 British women marrying American soldiers during the war. The report mentions concern for wives and children, war brides, and aid efforts by the Red Cross to assist families separated by service.
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Nicrivan
Thos
No Peace Coming On Human Effort
A Vatican gathering of ecclesiastical leaders hosts Christmas greetings to Pope Benedict. Cardinal Vennutedli voices critiques on moral order, independence, and the domination of God, warning that peace requires spiritual mastery and unity under divine authority amid war’s moral toll. The pope underscores aid to the poor and children, condemning secular excess and societal drift from faith.
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Benedict
Thone
Fei A
Ex Kaiser Hosts Christmas Party in Exile Hall
Frederick, former German ruler, arrived to spend Christmas with his parents in exile. Dutch officials, including Jurgemiaster and Pexehourn, attended a banquet at the Bentinek hall where a large Christmas tree stood. The event marked no official celebration but a personal gathering as the former emperor distributed gifts.
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Amierongien
Prederick
Jurgemiaster
Pexehourn
Wieringen
von Bentinek
Aineroigen
Sfresis
Bentinek
Special Dances Feature by YMHA Entertainment
A YMHA event in West Rooms at 181 State Street included a puzzle waltz and fox trot in a gray tone. Committee members were Louis Lefkowitz Joseph Schneidw Alfred Title Harry Friedman Louis Katz Alorzis Price Jennie Levinson Gertrude Rosenberg Bert Levy Dorothy Rosenbaum and Sadie Mooney. The organization plans an open house on New Year's Day.
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Tag Dantes
Youngs Men's
Young Women's Hebrew Association
West Rooms
State Street
Louis Lefkowitz
Joseph Schneidw
Alfred Title
Harry Friedman
Louis Katz
Alorzis Price
Jennie Levinson
Gertrude Rosenberg
Bert Levy
Dorothy Rosenbaum
Sadie Mooney
General Electric plumbers go on strike over outside work pay
The entire force of plumbers and steam fitters at General Electric here walked out late yesterday after a dispute with officials over pay for outside work. A worker at the shop rate of 75 cents an hour refused to do a residence job for less than 90 cents, a city rate, leading to suspension and then a mass walkout.
Carranza Signs Bill to Allow Bull Fights in Mexico
Mexico City dispatch reports President Carranza has signed a Senate-passed measure permitting bullfights nationwide. The bill, long sought by regional promoters, would authorize events previously limited to certain areas and occasional exhibitions. Local officials and critics anticipate debates over animal welfare and cultural tradition.
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Carranza
Jaso
Texas
Carrangia
Senate
Mexico
Mexico City
el Heraldo
Ukraine Seeks Self Determination Amid Polish Control
In memorandum to Washington, Ukrainian envoy denounces Paris backed Polish authority in eastern Galicia. He cites self determination by 2.5 million Ukrainians, warns against prolonged oppression and potential renewed conflict under Polish title, urging U S focus on peace and liberty. The Ukrainian government opposes actions that could repeat past empire downfall.
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Waselington
Tee
Cateer
Tao Paris
Peking
Iears
Galicia
Julian Galchilsksy
Ukrainian Peoples Republic
Wantsing
Batechinsky
Batchinsky
Poland
No Second Degree for Harry S New
District Attorney Woolwine announced that Harry S New, son of Mrs Kristin of Indiana, refused a plea offer to plead guilty to second degree murder. He faced first degree murder charges and potential death penalty. defense had sought a lesser offense and life imprisonment, which were rejected.
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Universal Les
Kltin
Borart
United States Water New
Indiana
Freda Lesser
Iie Station
Predd
Altorm Thomas Live Woolgine
Tire Defense
New
Awhen New
Woolwine
Cllient
Woman Shot Dead After Shed Loud Shout in Passaic Store
In Passaic New Jersey on December 24 a woman, Mrs. Morris Goldstein, was killed when she shouted during a robbery at her husband’s store on Martin Avenue. Three bandits entered, a man requested an overcoat, then drew a revolver and ordered, Keep quiet and put up your hands. Mrs. Goldstein screamed and stepped forward. the gun fired killing her instantly. The robbers fled in a touring car and were not found. The crime follows the same pattern as prior bandit attacks in the area.
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Passaic
N. J
Morris Goldstein
Matin Avenue
Goldsteins
Foldstein
Goldstein
Stepper
Formal Peace Delayed Ten Days Over German Tonnage
The Associated Press reports that ratifications of the Versailles treaty hinge on Allied verification of German harbor tonnage, the sum of compensation for sinking warships at Scapa Flow. German Baron Von Leisner warns delays may last a fortnight or more due to transport and verification challenges.
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Associated Press
Telecla
Germany
Scapa Prion
Baron von Leisner
Lals
Delat
Aguyes
Jolin
Daris
Bertin
Versailles
Berlin
M. Dutagia
Prenech
Ansicus
Pen Reas
Jon Gt Ag
Veed
Paris
Putthiss
bin Simson
Fei von Jersner
Entente
Tony
Lintente
Dutasta
Garinaca
Acclaim Roads Return to Private Ownership
Cr 30 Dec 25 Hale Holden regional director central west and R E Rishton northwest region approve March 1 as return date for railroads to private operation. Holden formerly president of Burlington and Quincy and Rishton led Chicago and North Western. Fielden says fixing a date dispels uncertainty hindering railroads.
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Hale Holden
Central West
R. EH. Aishton
Northwest
Holden
Chicago, Burlington and Quincey
Rishton
Chicago and Northwestern Railroad
Mr. Fielden
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