War era notes on finance, embargoes, and church conclave
The report details federal revenue gains, banking schemes to circulate currency, and embargo adjustments by rail lines. It notes the Papal conclave timing after Pope Pius X's death, Belgian war losses, and global tensions with France Britain and Turkey amid a European war context.
Allies Watch Flank Movements In German Offensive
Edward P Bell reports on Anglo Franco Belgian armies ready to exploit German strategy as Russians threaten eastern pressure. Allies scan for outflanking moves, aim to hold forts while Germans exhaust strength. then plan counteroffensive to claim territory and push peace talks.
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German Signal Corps in War Effort Despite Allied Barriers
Chicago investigator Louis Dumont recalls a London posting describing German mobilization in Hamburg and Belgium. He notes troop training delays, German treatment of civilians, and strict controls on food in occupied areas.
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County Assessor Warns of New Tax Dodging Scheme
County Assessor Henry Lee Elliott says a new tax dodging method uses mortgage deeds to place property in a holder's name while the owner retains control. The plan could reveal hidden wealth, boost assessments, and draw a wider grand jury probe across Clay and Carroll counties in Judge Diverbiss's circuit.
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Henry Lee Eliott
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Burned to death in a silo near Gault farm
A spark from a steam thresher set dry silage inside a silo ablaze as six men, including Roy Maloney and Dale Meek both of Gault, attempted escape. The two died, trapped by a 30 foot silo siding while others nearby tried to aid them. Also noted are a Columbia widow’s death, a jail sentence for Miss Etta Friend for grand jury silence, and a hotel window fall injuries.
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Ad Dale Meek
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Victor ‘Russell
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Miners Sign Agreement Ends Conference With Operators
District 25 contract reached in Kansas City after two and a half months of talks. The pact covers Missouri and Leavenworth County with adjusted rates and terms for mining operations. Also notes other regional contract efforts in Oklahoma Kansas and Arkansas wrapping up last week.
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Dry victory seals countywide saloon closures after vote
Jackson County voters backed dry forces in a tight election, with Mount Washington delivering a heavy tally. The result foreshadows eight saloon closures and four park concession ties, as the county will become wet again only after a future election outside Keenence and Kansas City.
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Fairmount Park
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