Marina Torpedoed. Americans aboard in distress
London reports American consul Wesley Frost says the British steamer Marina was torpedoed without warning off Ireland. About 34 crew picked up at Crookhaven. several Americans aboard and drowned according to a private telegram. Additional details note mixed British and American crew and an upcoming investigation into German actions.
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London
Queenstown
Marina
Wesley Frost
Crookshaven
Ireland
Consul Frost
Amer
Icans
Washington
State Department
Frost
Germany
United States
Wilson's Victory Seen as Landslide, McCormick Says
Chicago October 30 Associated Press reports Vance McCormick, head of the Democratic National Committee, declares Wilson's re election appears secure in a landslide. The statement signals strong party support and momentum for the incumbent.
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Vance McCormick
Democratic National Committee
Chicago
Wilson
Girl 3 Killed On Way From Church In Texas
Miss Gertrude Fischinger aged 18 was killed when a forwardbound train on the Missouri Kansas & Texas railroad struck her as she walked home from church with sisters Dorag 20 and Katherine 12 and Mordeces Roosevelt about 12 at the Burleson street crossing in San Antonio on Sunday at 11 am.
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San Antonio
Texas
Gertrude Fischinger
Dorag
Katherine
Mordeces Roosevelt
Missouri, Kansas & Texas
Burleson Street
Love Sparks Frosts in Summer and Heat Waves in Winter
The saying attributes unusual weather to love causing frosts during summer and heat waves in winter. It frames romantic influence as a humorous explanation for climate oddities.
Fashionable charity keeps the left hand posted as to the operations of the right
A historical note remarks on refined charity practices where discreet oversight aligns generous acts with strategic aims. It hints at elegant donors guiding philanthropic channels while maintaining public decorum and efficiency in mission execution.
Never Take Calomel Say Dodson Liver Tone
Herbal liver remedy advertised as a safe alternative to calomel a mercury based laxative. It promises to stop nausea cramping and weakness while starting the liver without causing salivation or stomach upset. The ad highlights Dodson's Liver Tone as pleasant to take and harmless for children.
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Dodson
Wodson
Baylor Beats Texas In Key Southwestern Conference Clash
Baylor University defeated Texas University at Austin 7 to 3 in a major Texas intrastate battle. The Texas Farmers rallied to edge Haskell Indians 13 to 6 in Lawrence, Kan. The results shift the regional title fight to Baylor, Texas A and M, and Arkansas Razorbacks with Texas eliminated from the conference race. Baylor and Haskell also gave fans thrilling moments in the week’s action.
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Dallas
Texas
Baylor University
Texas University At Austin
Texas Farmers
Haskell Indians
Lawrence
Kan
Baylor
Fifth Older Boys Conference At A and M College
Preparations are under way for the fifth annual Older Boys Conference to be held at the A and M College on December 13. John L. Hunter, state boys work secretary of the Y M C A, leads the organizing effort. At least 650 delegates are expected to attend to study character building. Notable speakers include Leonard Paulson of the international Y M C A committee in New York and others.
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A. and M. College
John L. Hunter
Young Men's Christian Association
Leonard Paulson
International Committee
New York
Sealed Lips Novel Noted for Absence of Female Characters
A brief critique observes that the recent novel Sealed Lips lacks female characters throughout. The remark highlights the work as an unusual masculine focal point with no central or named women in the cast.
Motion for Venue Change in Harris County Tax Collector Case
In Austin today Oct 30 the trial of Carl L Druesdow former Harris County tax collector opens with a motion for change of venue argued during the proceedings The charge is misappropriation of public funds by the official
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C. L. Druesdow
Harris County
Want Transfer
Associated Press
Austin
Tex
Carl L. Druesdow
Copeland Jury Fails to Reach Verdict in Murder Case
Galveston Texas Oct 30 the Copeland jury has been out since Saturday night and reports to Judge Briggs that they are hopelessly divided and ask to be dismissed. The judge orders them to return for further deliberation. George Ryan case also deferred with continuance sought by state and readiness by defense.
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Galveston
Texas
John Copeland
William Black
Briggs
George Ryan
Ryan
George Tier
Copeland
Tier
Cotton Drops 2.20 Per Bale on Liquidity Pressure
New York October 30 January option on the New York cotton exchange fell 2.25 dollars per bale amid heavy liquidation. The decline reflects broad selling and market weakness across the commodity.
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New York Cotton Exchange
New York
Vienna defense of Italian POWs treatment
An Austro-Hungarian statement denies mistreatment of Italian prisoners of war. It asserts sanitary housing, equal bread rations, standard use of handcuffs, and confinement in sanitary camps. It blames Britain’s blockade for food limits and defends officer conduct as proper given war conditions.
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Vienna
Associated Press
Austro-Hungary
Plaster of Paris
England
West Texas group forms push for new A and M college
A West Texas Agricultural and Mechanical Campaign Association committee announces plans to draft a bill for a West Texas branch Agricultural and Mechanical College. The group will coordinate with a Bryan college committee to seek legislature approval. Members include T. F. Hodge and officials from Colorado, Sweetwater, San Angelo, Lubbock, Amarillo, and others.
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Fort Worth
Texas
West Texas Agricultural and Mechanical Campaign Association
West Texas Agricultural and Mechanical College
Texas Agricultural and Mechanical College
Bryan
Agricultural and Mechanical College
West Texas
Thomas F. Hodge
Sweetwater
T.d. Hodge
WB. O. Coleman
Colorado
E. R. Spencer
Nolan County
C. R. Buchanan
Scurry County
C. B. Metcalf
San Angelo
C. B. Hudspeth
el Paso
Big Springs
Abrilene
Lubbock
Snyder
Post
Spur
Amarillo
Weather Delays Carlson Flight To New York With Mail
A weather delay prevented Aviator Victor Carlson from starting his non stop flight to New York carrying mail. The takeoff was postponed to tomorrow due to conditions.
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Victor Carlson
Chicago
New York
Associated Press
Ambassa dor Hungary reports care for Austrian hungarian troops
The American ambassador to Hungary reports that Italian governments of war ensured housing clothing and sufficient food for Aris tro-Hungary soldiers. The food quality quantity met the needs given the monarchy’s present conditions.
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Ambassadro-Hungary
Ausa
Aristro-Hungary
Five Jurors Selected At Waco Case Of T R Watson
Waco Texas October 30 two more jurors joined three already chosen in the murder case of former State Banking Commissioner Patterson. Watson stands accused of the killing.
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Watson
Waco
Associated Press
Texas
T. R. Watson
Patterson
Train Hit by Bomb Engineer Killed on Imperial Train
Paris reports an entente flying bomb killed the engineer driving a train carrying Emperor William of Germany. Simultaneous Front reports describe Verdun front gains, Somme clashes, and numerous prisoner captures as Austro-German and Russian forces clash across multiple fronts.
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Paris
Verdun Front
Quar Donamont
Star
Somme
Berlin
Guedcourt
Hughes Would Protect All Rights Speech in Columbus
Columbus Ind Oct 31 Mr Hughes told spectators he favored maintenance of every American right including sea and shipment rights He was asked if he favored an embargo on munitions or a congressional warning resolution for Americans off merchant ships flying a belligerent flag He spoke about neutral rights and safety of maritime trade
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Hughes
Eer
Mr. Hughes
Congress
Brazos Chill Tonic Promised Quick Malaria Relief
Advert indicates Malaria treatment with Brazos Chill Tonic by E. R. Emmel, Druggist. Claims rapid relief and sovereign remedy status, urging customers to ask for the genuine product.
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E. R. Emmel
Peanuts Price Quoted By Texas Mill During Call
One of the state's large peanut mills spoke with Secretary McElroy by phone to inquire about peanuts. The price range cited was 1.05 to 1.15 dollars per bushel. The Commercial Association will help farmers find the best market.
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Texas
McElroy
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