Japan Demands Siberia Policy Clarity At Conference
Baron Shidehara formally states Japan will keep troops in southern Sib ern ia to protect lives and property until Russia stabilizes. He pledges respect for Russia’s territorial integrity and non intervention, while signaling potential withdrawal under safe conditions. American officials call the notice a clear but cautious disclaimer amid two years of talks.
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Siberia
Baron Shidehara
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Japan
Moreign
Uchida
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Nikolsk
Shideteru Fatty
Sughalin
Nikolaievsk
Buti
Russia
Buren Shidehorus
Hait
Arayyal
Far East delegates converge on Moscow congress
Delegates from Japan China Korea Mongolia and the Far Eastern republic of Siberia gather in Moscow for a congress of oppressed Far Eastern peoples. India and Islamic countries are not represented.
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Moscow
Japan
China
Korea
Mongolia
Siberia
India
Pope Benedict XV Death Sparks Vatican Conclave Plans
Rome reports the sacred college will meet in February to elect Benedict XV successor. American cardinals may miss the opening session as the conclave date nears. Mass crowds attend the pope’s body in St Peter’s, with ceremonial steps outlined for removal of the ring and lying in state.
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St. Peter's’ Chapel
Nab 100 Indian Nationalists in city procession raid
Police claim to have nabbed 100 Indian Nationalists during a procession through the city as authorities crack down on nationalist activities. Officers say the action targeted anti British demonstrations and maintained public order amid tensions.
Ban Put On Marriage Brother Charged In Slaying Of Her Lover
Hartwell Farwell, a wealthy Madison farmer, awaits murder charges after allegedly shooting Philip Houston to prevent his sister Alice Farwell from marrying. Read of a father’s dying command against marriage and a family tragedy spurred by love and defiance.
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Hartwell Farwell
Church Fender
Pare Well
Philip Houston
Alice
Phillip
Lave
Farwell
Houston
Robbers Bind Justice at Shirland Home
Three men forced entry into the home of A. F. Gronke a Justice at Shirland and robed a safe containing about 900 dollars in cash and bonds after threatening Gronke and his wife with pistols.
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Ml. Dan
A. F. Gronke
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Gronke
Pope Benedict Left Estate to His Nephew in Liguria
Central News dispatch from Rome reports Pope Benedict left his property at Pigità in Liguria to his nephew Marquesse Cluseppi dentic Chiesa. Various objects in his private apartments are bequeathed to his successor, with many bequests listed to relatives and servants.
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Cluseppi Dentic Chiesa
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Probers Go to Coal Fields in West Virginia
At the direction of President Harding, Secretary of Labor Davis named Harry B. Dynes and Dr. Bred G. Davis as federal conciliators to inspect the New River coal field of West Virginia. They journey to verify conditions raised by the labor delegates last week.
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Tumnors
Pershing Declines Distinguished Service Cross Honor
General Pershing refused a planned award for extraordinary heroism in the 1913 Philippines action at Bagsak Jolo. Secretary Weeks blocked the surprise presentation, then considered the act worthy of the Distinguished Service Cross, but Pershing declined. A later officer board reviewed his 1913 gallantry and found it at least meritorious for the DSC.
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Pershing
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Weeks
Voyage Aid After Ferdinand Ferry Run Aground
In Ogdensburg on June 24 seven ty-five passengers were moved from the grounded Ferdinand on the St. Lawrence near town. The vessel traveling from Prescott Ontario to Ogdensburg was forced onto rocks as a storm rose, leaving 12 crew aboard and fears for their safety as hulls pounded the rocks.
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Ont
Constantine to Abdicate to Favor Prince George
Athens reports King Constantine will abdicate in favor of his son Prince George. The decision aims to restore normal relations with other powers and end ongoing political tensions. The anticipated announcement signals a planned transition for Greece’s monarchy.
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Constantine
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George
Boy Strangled by Balloon Mystery In Peoria Home
A six year old boy, son of Robert Crawford, died in Peoria when a toy balloon twisted around his neck and strangled him. A playmate’s teasing nickname and the balloon’s noise preceded the tragedy. A doctor arrived but could not save him.
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Musrell
Cranford
Robert Crawford
Mayor Oles suspends Chief of Police in Youngstown
Mayor George L. Oles announced the suspension of Chief of Police James Walking, giving him until noon to resign or face suspension. The mayor cited unsatisfactory performance as the reason for action amid a broader push to clean up the department. Earlier, a cadet purge and retirements were noted.
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Ohio
George L. Oles
Tames Walking
Oleg
Watkins
Teayer
Indian rebel chief is slain in Malapiram
Jan 24 British India report that Moplah rebel Borankonnith Kunhammed Hadjiy, who sought to establish a Mopla kingdom in Ernad district during the Moplah revolt, was shot and killed at Malapiram. The incident confirms the suppression of the uprising last year.
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Malapiram
Sia
Reverend Sparrow Jones Sows Comic Gospel Wit at Aunt Miranda
A Philadelphia Ledger excerpt shows Reverend Sparrow Jones debating genial Aunt Miranda over epidemics and moral judgment. Snatches of dialect humor hint at social norms, with Katie Might Have Discerned a Compliment and Libby’s baby misnaming, while Ina Routhers’ family welcomes a new grandchild.
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