Death by own action verdict in Phillips case
Coroner's jury ruled that George Phillips Jr and his 18 year old wife died by their own actions. They found wounds identical and close range without powder marks, suggesting self-inflicted deaths amid possible domestic tensions and prior suicide attempts. Fred Dodge testified Phillips warned of jail before the tragedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Phillips, Jr
A. A. Underwood
W. F. Dinneen
Harry Rant
Fred Dodge
Phillips
Tivoli
Clyde Early
Trode
Hamburg American Officials Face Federal Conspiracy Trial
In New York a federal court hears testimony on a alleged scheme by Hamburg American line officials to defraud the U S government by sending neutral relief ships with coal and supplies to German warships at the war’s start Captain Hay-Ed the German naval attaché led the operation and a witness said about 750000 was directed through a San Francisco bank for Pacific and Atlantic ship supports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Karl Buenz
Adolph Hochmeister
George Kotter
Joseph Poppinghaut
Rodger H. Wood
United States
William Rand
Rand
Allied Armies to Reach Armies by March
Earl Kitchener in Athens says Britain will have 4,000,000 soldiers ready by March and 6,000,000 prepared to arm. the Entente aims to press the war to a decisive end. He adds the war’s duration depends on German defeat and notes allied powers have strengthened military preparations during the interim.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl Kitchener
Athens
England
Geome
Germany
Laval
Kitchener
Alles
State Lands In Sheridan County Sold In Bulk
About 7,000 acres of state land in Sheridan County were sold. The transaction raised 521,062.68 in total, with a large portion paid in cash and the remainder in securities. The sale included 21,478 acres and covered multiple plots with varied buyers and final payments due.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheridan CO
Sheridan County
Mopkina
Ware Linei
Sheridan
John B
Goros
Torita
Caluder Ja
Rong Securities
Ion, Sre Moro
B.A. White
Germany admits wrongdoing but argues over settlement
Secretary Lansing and Ambassador von Bernstorff failed to reach an early accord over the Lusitania sinking. German circles favor arbitration and say Germany will compensate families of Americans, while the German position treats indemnity as an admission of fault.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Lansing
von Bernstorff
United States
Germany
Rock River Couple Wed At Home Ceremony
Johnny King and Miss Marion Ruth Thorp both of Rock River were married yesterday afternoon at the home of L L Wallace with Rev Geo Van Winkle officiating. The mothers of the couple witnessed the ceremony. King, a ranchman, and Thorp, formerly a Rock River schoolteacher, will live near Rock River.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny King
Marion Ruth Thorp
Rosk River
L. L. Wallace
Geo. van Winkle
Mr. King
Rock River
American National Corporation Formed in New York
New York November 23 The American National Corporation a ten million dollar concern was incorporated here tonight. The company plans to develop American trade in Europe and South America and to further foreign loans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Amerean National Corporation
Europe
South America
Teutons beaten in the west says Irishman
Irish Nationalist leader John Redmond returned from France declaring the western front shows Germany beaten. He stated every hour Germany grows weaker and that Allied forces, from General French to the front lines, display confidence in war results. He urged Ireland to stand by its country in this fight for Ireland.
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West
London
Germany
John Redmond
France
Redmond
French Down
Ireland
Body of Joseph Hillstrom Reaches Chicago After Slaying
The body of Joseph Hillstrom was brought to Chicago after a Salt Lake City shooting. A committee of the Industrial Workers of the World received and supervised the remains as hundreds of followers gathered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Hillstrom
Chicago
Salt Lake City
Industrial Workers of the World
One Hundred Drowned as Bridge Goes Out
Rome reports a disaster at Tivata Sielly where a bridge over the Saluo river collapsed washing away and drowning about one hundred people attending a local toll gathering. Rescue efforts followed as authorities investigated the collapse and warned of rising flood dangers.
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Rome
Saluo River
Tivata
Sielly
Mexican Attack on U S Patrol Near Nogales
Reported border clash at Nogales as twenty five Mexicans cross the line. Private Paul injured while troopers fire in defense. one attacker killed and another wounded. American border forces pursue action after the incident.
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Nogales
Paul
Peter Raco
Ehatueer
Americas
Gedepel Madrigues
Cane
Montague
Cananes
Mexican man jailed for dog ownership dispute pelting friend
Pilar Perez must serve three years in the state penitentiary after losing his temper during a dispute over a dog. He fired two shots at Red Lucas, one missing and one striking a buckle and sliding inside Lucas's shirt. Judge Magtner sentenced him yesterday. Other prisoners faced sentences for theft burglary and robbery with varied terms. several sentences were deferred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pilar Perez
Perez
Lucas
W.C. Magtner
Montzér
Stave Barker
Max Schwartz
Joe McLaughlin
Lester Butcher
I. C. Badgely
Jesse L. Weaver
Fort Russell
Stores Close Thanksgiving Observance In Cheyenne
Virtually all business houses in Cheyenne will be closed tomorrow in observance of Thanksgiving after a merchants meeting. Stores will stay open tonight until 10 o'clock to give patrons time to shop for provisions and other needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheyenne
Rear Admiral Hoggs Dies at Paris Home
Rear Admiral Lawrence G. Hoggs retired from the U S Navy and died at his Paris home on November 23. He left active service in 1908 after eighteen years of sea duty.
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Paris
Lawrence G. Hoggs
Nii
Hie
Thin City
Governors Ferguson and Carranza Agree on Border Cooperation
A conference in Laredo Texas between Governor Ferguson and General Carranza led to plans for joint action to enforce order along the Texas border. The two officials agreed to cooperate in suppressing uprisings and to extradite criminals as demanded by Carranza.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Tex
Ferguson
Texas
Carranza
Mexico
Notre Dame Arrives in Austin for Texas Game
Notre Dame football squad arrives in Austin to prepare for the Thanksgiving day game against Texas. The team worked out on the St Edwards college grounds this afternoon as part of the preparation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
Notre Dame University
Texas University
St. Edwards College
Nephew of Kaiser Sent Home From Front
Kiel Germany Nov 24 Prince Waldemar of Prussia eldest son of Prince Henry and nephew of Emperor William has been brought to Kiel from the front in serious condition after a fight with illness or injury.
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Kaiser
Ila
Kiel
Germany
Aero fleet lost in air near Austin
The U S Army air squadron moving from Fort Sill to San Antonio had six machines. four drifted fifty miles due to haze. Three forced to land to regain bearings as weather remained unsettled with cooler, fair conditions inland.
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Austin
Texas
Aero Squadron
United States Army
Fort Sill
Okla
San Antonio
Tex
Waco
American Thanksgiving Roots in History and Faith
The article traces Thanksgiving's American origins from early Plymouth days to national recognition. It notes Bradford and the first feast, colonial gathering traditions, and how Thanksgiving evolved into a nationwide observance proclaimed by Washington Lincoln and others. It emphasizes gratitude for harvests, peace, and prosperity shaping the holiday.
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Cheyenne
America
Bradford
Aviernor
Plymouth
Freight stored for Europe in Hellidayburg yard
In Altoona on November 23 a Pennsylvania railroad yard holds more than 2000 carloads of freight destined for warring nations in Europe. Much is from American steel mills and storage is needed due to insufficient foreign trade capacity to move the goods quickly.
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Altoona
Hellidayburg
Petersborg
Pennsylvania Railroad
Europe
Blockade of Creek Coast Denied by British Officials
London dispatch reports British foreign office stating no seizure or blockade of Creek coast has been established. Officials say no Creek port is seized or held and no blockade is in effect.
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London
Defense 10 Be Keynote of Pres Message
President Wilson plans a defense focused address with emphasis on national defense and revenue. The message, not finished, will urge strengthening the army and navy and argue for humanitarian aims while ensuring readiness to defend rights and independence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washinton
Wilson
Con Kives
Congress
Tniny
United States
Fire destroys gambling resort in California town
A blaze originated in a saloon in Mexicali, California that swept through about twenty gambling buildings in a glittering resort. Firefighters could not control the flames as the inferno displaced the area, leaving little chance to halt the spread.
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Kietorito,al
Mexical
Mie
Ile
Caleview
Cal
Night Riders and Detectives Battle in Missouri
In Missouri a clash between night riders and detectives left several wounded and a violent confrontation reported. Eyewitness accounts describe a tense scene with chaos and multiple injuries as police and vigilante groups contended.
Allies Modify Greek Port Privileges Amid Blockade Tension
London reports say the Allies may withdraw or suspend special Greek commerce privileges, prompting Greece to risk losing favored status unless Entente demands are met. Other fronts show slow German progress and confusing Balkan reports as weather dampens operations.
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War Office
Greece
London
Jinesfond
Des Eluriog
Alliéy
Pritigh Foreign
Flo
Wake Pot
Cheoce
Mogland
Illiod
Reece
Comuieres
Tae
It Tns
Kitehwners
Wade
Athone
Giwen
Veloe Miilog
Germhank Ae
Laws Brat Larce
Deeds of Valor Rewarded for Brave Britons in Laos Fight
The article recounts awards and injuries among British servicemen in Laos, noting Captain Dale and Major Gendun among those honored. It describes wounds, recoveries, and backward movement of units, highlighting acts of courage and recognition for valor.
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Laatites
New York City
Armis
U. S. Patrol
Rear Admiral Boggs
Notre Dame
AERO
Miles Staudieh
New England
Washington
Lincoly
Figureburg
Contuevticut
Gmrpor Dente
Bret Wen
Elias
Belween
Lauten
Laos
Deaile
Stil Beederere
Herman
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