War News Summary From the Eastern Hemisphere Fronts
Across the war zone heavy German losses are reported in repeated assaults on Russian lines before Warsaw as forces divert Russians from East Prussia and Hungary. A major Carpathian battle pits Austro German troops against Russians while French front artillery duels continue with limited gains. In England a claim of a neutral fuel ship aiding German submarines is investigated. Riots erupt in Italy over bread prices. A German reservist, Werner Von Horn, is arrested in Maine for attempting to blow up a railway bridge between St. Croix and Vanceboro. authorities debate extradition and legal options under neutrality laws.
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Warsaw
East Prussian
Hungary
Poland
Carpathian
France
House of Commons
Manchester
England
Italy
Werner von. Horn
St. Croix
New Brunswick
Vanceboro
Maine
Canada
van Vorn
von Horn
Count Karl von Horn
United States
Fire company meetings outline fair attendance and rolls
The article details regular meetings of several fire companies. Dreadnaught Hose Company plans to attend the Luther’s Corner fair on Feb 13 and reports a drama rehearsal for Nevada on Feb 4. Hydraulion Engine lists numerous appointments. Defiance Hose Company accepts one new applicant and a supper is planned with a committee named.
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Luthers Corner Fire Company
Nevada
King Philip Steam Fire Engine Company
Luthers Corners
Hydraulion Engine and Hose Company
Robert J. Anderson
Raymond A. Card
John Grabert
Charles Arnold
James Meiggs, Jr
Prescott A. Hoar
William B. Spooner
William Francis
Y M C A Boys Camp Fire At Rockwell Hall
The second Camp Fire gathering drew 26 boys to Rockwell Hall on Wednesday. Captain Metcalf shared a tale on the 1911 volcanic eruption in The Philippine Islands and the U S relief expedition, detailing eruption causes, shocks, and the resulting loss of life and property. Refreshments followed, served by the Boys’ Committee led by Harold Sylvester, William Johnston, Chris Garvin and Charles Blackman.
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Harold Sylvester
William Johnnston
Chris Garvin
Charles Blackman
Printing the Universal Fortune Builder for Trade
The text proclaims the printed word as the most profitable purchase, essential to selling stock and drawing customers. It argues printing transforms sales, expands reach, and fuels progress, calling it an indispensable, investment-like tool that yields high dividends for ambitious merchants.
A Good American Roosevelt Profile Highlighted
The New York Times editorial praises Theodore Roosevelt for integrity in public life. It notes his return of the Nobel Peace Prize funds to promote peace and his refusal of money in libel settlements, underscoring his independence from mercenary motives and the public pride in his character.
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New York Times
Theodore Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Toda
Col. Roosevelt
Michigan
South America
Bristol Branch Reports Pledges and Shipments to War Relief
The British Relief Society of Rhode Island Bristol Branch notes weekly pledges and $8.50 acknowledged subscriptions. It lists cases of knit goods sent to Providence and expected shipments to Southampton, with detailed contents. A long roster thanks contributors and says pledges will be acknowledged by Treasurer C. B. Rockwell Jr. and in the Bristol Phoenix.
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Bunn
Providence
Bristol
Southampton
Gillmore
J. Kinder
F. Brown
Babbitt
E. O. Wilcox
M. Nerone
M. J. Wood
Farrally
James Young
Polly Anna
C. B. Rockwell, Jr
Union Street
Bristol Phoenix
Y M C A Cadets Organize Under Metcalf Leadership
In Rockwell Hall on a Wednesday evening Captain Willis C Metcalf led a re organization meeting for the Y M C A Cadets. General Secretary Moorby outlined aims and a five men five boys committee was appointed to study uniforms equipment and camp outfits with a report due next Wednesday at the Camp Fire gathering. The Cadet effort will be limited to Boys' Department members of the Y M C A.
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Rockwell Hall
Willis C. Metcalf
Association
Moorby
Bristol
Willis C Metcalf
Aire
A. W. Barrett
Frank
The
Young Men's Christian Association
Ladies Corset Covers and Robes Exhibit
A compact display features corset covers in a big variety and ladies night robes with Hamburg face trimming. Prices start at 7Sc and quality is emphasized across styles and trims.
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Hamburg
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Butler
Bristol‘ A
Florida
Prunes
the Tea Man
Staples Coal Company
State Street
Cornelius Harrington
Joyce Street
Warren
R, J
Swift
Ben
British Relief Society of R. I. Bristol Branch
Y. M. C. A. Cadets
New York
F. M. Dingnd
Waldron Co
Newman
North
South County
Newman Bros
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