British Capture Bagdad Ends Mesopotamian Campaign
London reports Bagdad the Mesopotamian capital has fallen to British forces. The 1915 campaign began with Major General Townshend landing at the Persian Gulf and advancing up the Tigris to seize oil wells and thwart the Berlin Constantinople Bagdad railway, delivering a decisive blow to German influence in the Near East.
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Associated Press
London
Bagdad
Mesopotamia
Charles Vere Ferrers Townshend
Persian Gulf
Tigris
Near East
Berlin
Constantinople
Dodson's Liver Tone replaces calomel claims
An advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe liver aid that avoids calomel side effects. It promises quick relief from biliousness and sluggish digestion with a spoonful at night, claiming it is harmless and suitable for children.
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Dodson
Miss Sue McLelland Dies A Beloved Bryan Elder
Miss Sue McLelland longtime Bryan resident and former public school music teacher dies at 79. She taught in Bryan's music department until 1910 and lived with Mrs. R L Weddington in later years. Survived by siblings and relatives. funeral held at Mrs. Weddington’s home with Dr M B Weaver officiating. Pallbearers named.
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Bryan
Miss Sue McLeLland
Miss Sue
Miss McLelland
J. B. McLelland
Mississippi
Texas
Bryan Public School
R. L. Weddington
M. Nagle
el Paso
Plans Formed to Avert Strikes in War Time
New York reports plans from the National Civic Federation to avert labor strikes during wartime. Conciliation committees of employers workers and public will be formed in every industrial center and presented to the National Council of Defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Associated Press
New York
National Civic Federation
National Council of Defense
Graveling Ursuline Avenue
Street work on Ursuline avenue from Allen Academy to the city limits progresses rapidly. The interurban track is being reinstalled and gravel laid on both sides. Curb and gutters have been added and the completed avenue will connect with the main highway toward old Boonville.
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Ursuline Avenue
Allen Academy
Old Boonville
District Court Reaches Agreed Judgment in Oliver Versus English
Judge John Watson discharged the jury after a week. The case W H Oliver versus J W English was settled by agreed judgment and several divorces were granted. The criminal docket remains for next Monday.
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John Watson
W. H. Oliver
J. W. English
Gerard Returns From Corunna Aboard Infanta Isabel in Havana
James W. Gerard former American ambassador to Germany arrives in Havana aboard the Infanta Isabel from Corunna Spain. He sails to Key West Monday at 10 o clock on Governor Cobb. He declined to comment though reporters report President Wilson has decided to arm American merchant ships.
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Rard
Germany
Havana
Corunna
Spain
Gerard
Key West
Fla
Governor Cobb
Infanta Isabel
Laconia
Azores
Wilson
Shipped car of hogs heads to Fort Worth market
J. W. Hunnicutt of this city shipped today to Fort Worth market a car load of hogs numbering 90 head. He will leave tonight to dispose of them and attend the stock show.
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J. W. Hunnicutt
Ft. Worth Market
Mr. Hunnicutt
Foley Cathartic Tablets Advertisement Notice
N W McConnell of Riverdale Georgia reports Foley Cathartic Tablets thoroughly cleanse the system without gripe or nausea. The pills promise ideal bowel action and a strengthening effect on the stomach and liver, giving stout persons a light and free feeling. Sold by M H James.
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N. W. McConnell
Riverdale
M. H. James
Carranza Elected President of Mexico
Mexico City reports General Venustiano Carranza won a likely record presidential vote with readers allowed to write in any name. Congress had faced fierce contests but polling was orderly and soldiers voted from barracks.
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Associated Press
Mexico City
Venustino Carranza
Mexico
Republic
Carranza
Queretaro
Governor Ferguson Completes Testimony In Bank Indebtedness Case
The direct examination of Governor Ferguson finished at noon. He denied owing 170000 to Temple Bank, saying the sum was split between himself and the Bosque stock ranch. He stated only a 27500 note remains outstanding this year.
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Associated Pro
Austin
Texas
Ferguson
Temple Bank
Cut This Out For Money Offer From Foley Co
An old solicitation urges readers to cut out a slip and mail at Foley & Co in Chicago for a trial package of Foley’s remedies including Honey and Tar, Kidney Pills and Cathartic Tablets. It notes a 5 cent return postage and asks for name and address.
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Foley & Co
Sheffield Ave
Chicago
Ill
Foley
M. H. James
Living high has laid many a man low
A concise observation on the perils of wealth and luxury, noting that opulent living often leads to downfall for those who chase excess rather than steady virtue. The line echoes moral caution common in period editorials.
Brazilian consul general in Vienna dies after failed suicide
London dispatch reports Carlos Jaeger Brazilian consul general in Vienna killed himself after his wife attempted suicide, believing she was dead. The incident followed a supposed self destruction attempt by his wife as per the Amsterdam telegram.
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London
Carlos Jaeger
Vienna
Amsterdam
Yarrowdale Prisoners Reach Zurich Under Washington Orders
Zurich March 12 The 59 Yarrowdale prisoners who arrived yesterday will stay here until instructions from Washington are received.
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Zurich
Switzerland
Washington
Associated Press
Yarrowdale
Tornado Wrecks Newcastle with Dozens Dead and Wide Damage
Newcastle Indiana March 12 debris removal begins after a tornado struck the southern part of the city. About twenty people are dead and around two hundred injured. Some five hundred homes were destroyed and total damage is estimated at one million dollars.
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Associated Press
Newcastle
Ind
Great Day at First Christian Church Celebration
Yesterday the First Christian church held a thanks and praise service for paying off their new building. They burned the last note as members shared talks on past work and joys. The pastor outlined plans for forward church work. Music was splendid.
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First Christian Church
And many a man who pays cash sleeps on tick
A terse line noting that many men who pay upfront face restless nights, hinting at uneasy settlements or debt pressures during the period.
Pekin House Approves Policy Rupture With Germany
A Pekin dispatch reports the house of representatives held a secret session and approved the government’s policy including rupture with Germany.
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Patch
Reuter
House of Representatives
Germany
Indictments Lead to Arrests in Local Case
Deputy Sheriff Morehead returned from Caldwell with Tom Kennedy indicted for forgery and Sam Steptoe for murder. Stevenson and Ivason, white men indicted for stealing a car, were rearrested on bond. All other indicted defendants remained in jail.
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Morehead
Caldwell
Tom Kennedy
Sam Steptoe
Stevenson
Ivason
Street Car Strike Grips Washington
Washington March 12 half of city street railway lines run by strike breakers. The other half, owned by another company, operate as usual. Strikers demand recognition of the union.
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Associated Pro
Washington
Foley's Honey and Tar Cough Medicine Endorsed by Baxter Family
A. Baxter of Wheeler Wisconsin states for ten years Foley's Honey and Tar is the best cough medicine for children and adults. It contains no opiates, is safe for babies, and helps croup coughs and colds. Sold by M. H.
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A. Baxter
Wheeler, Wis
Foley’s
M. H. James
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THE
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James W. Ge
MEX
Cov. Ferguson
Othe Pett
Prionerg
Alaoys
Meridian Fertilizers
Meridian Fertilizer Factory
Shreveport
Hattiesburg, Miss
Meridian, Miss
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