German Submarine Seizes Appam and Docks in U S Harbor
British consul warns ships to beware German submarines in American waters as the Appam, previously unreported, is captured by a U boat and brought to an American harbor under the German flag. The voyage began January 11 from Dakar, with 451 aboard and a mixed crew.
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London Raid Death Toll and Injuries Reported
Official statement lists 55 killed and 114 injured in last night’s London raid. Ninety five bombs were dropped on Derbyshire Leicestershire Lincolnshire and Staffordshire areas causing some property damage. A Tribune report from London notes eleven deaths in England due to lightning restrictions, with five in London streets and three soldiers among the victims.
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President Wilson Commended In Appointment of Brandeis
Telegram from the United Mine Workers convention in Indianapolis commends President Wilson for appointing Brandeis to the Supreme Court. The message lauds Brandeis as scholarly, able, a profound student and upright citizen fit for the high court, sent via Secretary Green to Wilson.
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Turkiye Under Siege Reported With 80 000 Trapped City
Paris via Rome reports Marshal von der Goltz commands Turkish forces besieged in a city with 80 000 troops short on provisions for a fortnight. The Black Sea fleet backs Russian land operations as the Russian right wing advances toward Trebizond.
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Brennan Faces Buff in Buffalo Bout Downed by Duffy
In Buffalo New York last night Jimmy Duffy outboxed Willie Knorkout Brennan over ten rounds. Brennan showed a rugged mix of offense but Duffy controlled the pace with clean boxing and sharp counters in a fast grilling bout.
Geyer Knocks Out Never in Third Round
Columbus report says Jack Geyer defeated Fred Never of this city by knockout in the third round after Nesser pressed but was felled by a left jab and right cross.
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Multiple Crises Reported Across U S and Abroad
Fire injures 200 at Western Union building in Kansas City as 50 are rescued from fire escapes. In Galveston secretary of the wartime committee killed and an inspector injured during a desk incident. Berlin decoration awarded to Admiral von Pohl. San Diego flood toll rises with 39 confirmed dead and many missing. Indianapolis Mine Workers president candidate announces bid. Berlin limits malt, barley and meat production. Washington reports on naval data secrecy and Pacific base sentiment. New York notes British ships observing German subs. El Paso reports Villa leading bandit action amid chaos after train attack, linking to later deadly events.
English Sea Lords Furious Over Bold Berg Capture
London reports the British admiralty enraged by Lieutenant Berg's daring boarding of the enemy vessel and safe passage through British lines to Hampton Roads. The wire message calls for explanations from cordon commanders and warns of wakeful accountability as leaders fear public mockery and strategic embarrassment.
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America Must Stand For Peace and Strength At War’s Edge
A dated editorial argues America cannot ignore danger and must defend the nation. It warns against partisan politics in wartime and urges unity, disciplined policy, and an efficient national instrument to protect the Stars and Stripes as the world battles threats and bloodshed.
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Teutons' Ambassadors After President's First Speech in Preparedness Campaign
A damaged caption describes Teuton ambassadors to the United States photographed together after President Wilson's speech on preparedness. The Austrian baron is noted. attire described as jaunty, with subdued tones in the image.
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United States
Wilson
Termien Ambasador
National Cash Register Co. Loses Fight Under Sherman Act
United States government agrees to nearly all changes sought in its civil suit against the National Cash Register Company of Dayton and associated officers under the Sherman act. District court actions were curtailed as the case advances through the appellate process with key defendants facing adjustments.
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National Vasey Key Leler Company
Dayton
Iby
United States Districmart
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President Wilson addresses large Des Moines rally on war stance
President Wilson and party arrived in Des Moines and spoke to a packed coliseum crowd. He urged action to defend international law and honor, criticizing pacifist protests and stressing preparations against aggressors. The Chicago stop followed with brief remarks by others at the day’s campaign event.
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