Arkansas flood toll tops ten million as waters rise
Floods across Arkansas and northern Louisiana through Desha Lincoln Ashley and Chicot counties threaten eleven parishes. Levees broke in Lake Village and Verner with floods in Newport and New Madrid. Convict camp at Cummins under threat as Bayou Bartholomew could reroute to the Mississippi. Snowbound cities report heavy snows crippling travel and power, with continued train and streetcar disruption.
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Western Railways Fight Wage Rise In Arbitration Fight
Chicago February 1 The executive committee of the Association of Western Railways rejects the employes demand for an hour day and higher overtime pay and vows a last ditch fight if arbitration is refused. The referendum vote reportedly favors the wage demands which would raise annual pay by about 160 million dollars, a 26 percent increase. The railways say current wages already reflect skill and responsibility and that no new conditions justify higher rates.
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War update shows limited fighting across fronts
Reported shelling of Lens and attacks near Styr river as German and Austrian forces claim progress in Albania and the Lugese valley. Greece and Romania sign neutrality pact while a Lusitania settlement appears possible.
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Clean Off Sidewalks Enforce Strictly
Police chief announced strict enforcement of sidewalk cleaning rules after several arrests for violations. Multiple minor accidents occurred due to uncleared sidewalks, with potential arrests for violators ongoing.
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Foinebrey
Explosion on towboat at Shim Brown on the Ohio River kills man
Reports say a boiler explosion aboard the Towboat Shim Brown caused the death of one crewman and four others were seriously burned or injured. Cold water admission failed to save the boiler, blowing bodies to both riverbanks. Charles Shaffer, a cook, died later. Other items note various international and domestic events, including political maneuvers and a ship collision near Cape Race.
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Wilson Sees Spirit of Flag's Defenders
The author reflects on the flag and the spirit of its defenders as ghostly visions of devoted citizens rallying for liberty and the rights of mankind, symbolizing America's mission to show the world the path to universal rights.
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Wilson Defies British Ban Prefacing Open Trade Promise
President Wilson urged Kansas to prepare for wartime provisioning as the United States asserts the right to feed nations and uphold Monroe doctrine ideals. He argued Americans must defend global trade, wheat from Kansas, and the flag’s honor, with Philippines and Cuba eventual independence in sight. He spoke to an overflow crowd after addressing the auditorium.
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Carranza closes in on Villa and outlaw band pursuit
Mexico's Carranza troops press toward Villa as a mule train bearing stolen gold supposedly heads for the international line. Gavira orders Ojo de Agua garrison to close on Villa from the east, while 200 men move from Chihuahua toward the trail in pursuit.
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Wyoming Weather Turns Cloudy With Likely Thursday Friday Showers
Forecast indicates overcast conditions across Wyoming with a chance of showers on Thursday and Friday. Readings are expected to stay mild with no significant temperature swings. Local travelers are advised to pack rain gear and monitor updates for late week conditions.
Karlsruhe Appam Capture Question Sparks Debate
A disputed report from Norpolk Va questions whether the German cruiser Karlsruhe or a renamed vessel known as the “Tails” captured the British liner Appam renewing debate over who struck the blow. Capt Harrison counters claim of the capture and cites insufficient proof.
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Aioetawe Kouta
Would They Volunteer At President Wilkow Victory Rally
President Wilkow addressed a large crowd in Kansas City urging citizens to back him in defending American life and honor. A March of cheering supporters filled the auditorium as he pressed for civilian enlistment and national unity amid wartime demands.
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