French and Belgians Advance Along Coast
Allied warships shell German positions forcing retreats in Flanders and northern France. German trenches and fortifications fall as British and French forces push near Ostend and Albert. Railroads east of the region carry thousands of wounded to Aix la Chapelle amid heavy fighting.
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Dies
Flanders
France
Rowlers
Aix la Chappelle
United Press
Paris
Albert
Lod
Ypres
Toulon
Der
Lake
Flerre
Ahelly
Cfveg
GeyeSee
Aix la Chapelle
Bituminous coal exports decrease this year
The United States produces 40 percent of world coal and exports about 27.5 million tons valued at 6 8 million dollars, less than half the UK and slightly below Germany. Exports go to about 40 countries, led by Canada, Cuba, Panama, Mexico, and the West Indies, with notable gains in Italy and Argentina.
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United States
United Kingdom
Germany
Canada
Cuba
Panama
Mexico
West Indies
Argentina
Brazil
Uruguay
Post Office at Winburne Robbed in Broad Daylight
A bold daytime burglary at the Winburne post office occurred Saturday afternoon about 5 o’clock. A suspect broke the door panel, entered the interior, and stole 60 in men’s and stamps. The thief’s identity is unknown but suspected to be familiar with the office interior.
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Winburne
Transfer of Real Estate in partial orders and fees
Real estate transfers recorded including Alpert Lb Poerre to the Imperial Order K M for land in Jordan district and Lae G Ciphus in Lae Pensterhes with a noted value of 500 francs. Property details appear fragmented but indicate ownership changes and monetary amounts.
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Alpert Lb
Poerre
Impreist
K. M
Jorfisn
Tao
G. Ciphus
Lae
Fond Ty DuBois
Supreme Court Takes Christmas Vacation
The Supreme Court today began a Christmas recess and will not convene again until January 4. The holiday period marks the shortest day of the year with days gradually growing longer afterward.
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Supreme Court
United Press Washington
Supreme Court Tolay
Correspondents Near the Front Courted by Officers
Newspaper men travel through Galicia and Przemysl in trenches of war news. Correspondents in Lielun and nearby villages lodge in coffee houses with officers, hear rumors of trips to Servia, and scramble to file reports as orders shift. Amid crowded offices, they await official word and pack for a dawn departure.
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Lielun
Wigan
Celenti
Vstria
Hungary
Przemsyl
Galicia
Ain Alfsysa
Army
Chicago
Frisca
New York
Servia
Colonial
Doelo
Ringers Rehearse Christmas Carols in Court House Square
Ringers will rehearse Christmas carols for all choirs on Christmas Eve in the obtra tion room of the ecaust house. The event ends with a festive outdoor pageant near the municipal tree in front of the courthouse at midnight as the city prepares to sing.
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Anneyanee
Ecaust
Jeyors
Thaw loses appeal in high court over detention
Washington reports Harry K. Thaw, famed for the Stanford White case, loses a Supreme Court appeal. The court reverses Judge Aldrich’s habeas writ ruling as Thaw faces another trial for conspiracy linked to an escape from the Muticawan asylum and potential return to New York authorities. Justice Holmes notes Thaw is a fugitive and urges a New York jury to determine sanity and guilt.
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Washingon
Harry K. Thaw
Stanford White
Toslay
Supreme Court
New York
New Hampshire
Muticawan Asylum
High Court
Aldrich
Thaw
Matteswan
Knox and
Stone
Justice Holmes
Saidhaw
Ireland A Cleric Fifty Two Years
St Paul December 21 Archbishop Ireland marked the fifty second anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood. No formal ceremony was held as the day was observed quietly. His long service makes him the third oldest bishop in the United States. Other senior figures are Cardinal Gibbons Archbishop Ryan and Bishop Hogan.
Cleveland Hotel Owner Stabbed to Death
William Troy, proprietor of the Troy House and Haley hotel in Cleveland, was found stabbed in his room this morning. Two knives lay nearby and a sum of money plus jewelry known to be on him were missing. The maid discovered the scene. no clue to the killer has been found.
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Clevland, Cine. Tec
Shout
William
Troy
Troy House
Haley Hotel
Cleeland seeks New Year’s Eve Mummers parade
A movement to inaugurate a Cleeland Mummers parade for New Year’s Eve aims to mirror festive celebrations in other towns. Organizers plan a public Christmas tree lighting and a kickoff meeting Monday at 8 PM in the courthouse arbitration room to discuss participation and ideas for a lasting annual event.
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Cle
Clearfield
Court House
South American Trade Boomers Meet Today
Eight hundred delegates from across the United States gather in St. Louis for the foreign trade convention. The meeting aims to promote American commerce with South America and the West Indies, with speakers and panels planned to explore expansion opportunities.
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United Press
St. Louis
United States
America
South America
West Indies
Obituary of Lawrence Township resident passes away
A well known and loved resident of Lawrence Township died Thursday afternoon at 2. The deceased, whose name appears in the obituary notice, was recognized by many in the community for their contributions and kindness.
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Vaecera
Lawrence Township
Allied soldiers driven to insanity by shell fire near Ypres
Report from Southampton describes Allied troops under German shelling with many driven insane or prostrated by noise and fear. Veterans show shattered nerves, with some attempting self harm or surrendering to pain, while dentists treat neuralgia from poor teeth and damp trenches. Recruiting officials note teeth testing became lax as conditions worsened.
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Southampton
Gerur
Ypres
England
Schultz talk leads four to hit the trail
Reverend D L Naltz the Evangelist spoke to about four hundred men at a Sunday afternoon M C meeting in the opera house. Firemen from the Market Street company gathered at the fire house and marched in to the opera house. The program included songs led by Schuitz and a talk urging workers to fulfill their duties and seek their proper place.
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D. L. Naltz
M.C
Opera House
Fire Organization
Market Street
Mr. Schuitz
One Million Men Prepare To Resist German Invaders At Vistula River
The czar’s army controls rail lines as 1,000,000 Russian troops form a long front between the Vistula and Pilica rivers to block German advances toward Warsaw. Reinforcements flow to both sides while reports speak of ongoing outpost engagements and the cautious claim that a German victory would be premature. Russian lines retreat slightly as Hindenburg advances, with Warsaw still in sight after Lodz falls.
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Ostend
Combine
Vistula
United Press
London
Berlin
Nivnoras
Pilica
Warsaw
RawWa
Poland
Pate
Baura
Posen
Mareshal von Hindenburg
Sowicz
Lodz
Indiana Man Chosen Federal Court Clerk
A Indiana man was chosen as clerk of the United States court for the western district. The selection, forced by Judge Orr, names Clark of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court and others in a party political context. The position pays $2500 annually.
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Ndiana
Tursing
Arthur‘ McKean
Democratic State Committee
C. PB. Orr Revuhican
W. H. Eratie
Juste
M. Clark
Pennsylvania Supreme Cour
United States Court
Orr
Clark
Day of Repentance Declared for Kaiser's Army
United Press from Amsterdam reports Cologne dispatches stating January 19 will be a day of prayer and repentance for the Kaiser's army set by church officials. Also noted is the Houtzdale Citizen's thirtieth birthday celebration and editor Reed’s pride in the paper as a leading local publication.
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United Press
Amsterdam
Cologne
Houtzdale Citizen
Reed
Price of Shoes to Rise One Dollar Across Nation
Demand from European armies for leather and work materials will raise retail shoe prices by one dollar per pair. Wholesale prices have risen about five percent, while inner soles surged five cents per pair. Shipment of thousands of tons of inner soles from England to France is distributed to soldiers, with the company valuing its stock at about 140 million dollars. Fresh stock is delayed due to feather shortages.
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Europe
Philadelphia
England
Bank Robber’s Loot Recovered After Shootout in Cinemati
Police recover 8160 of 12669 taken by car bandit Frank G. Fishl who was killed after raiding two banks last Thursday. The remaining 4500 likely mailed to P. C. Wright in Louisville. Loot found on Vine street in a room rented just before the chase, hidden in mattress, behind pictures, and under floor matting along with a valise and revolver.
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Cinemati
Frank G. Fishl
Hohl
P. C. Wright
Louisville
Vine Street
Hohb
East Ninth Street
Parents Meet With Educators in Oregon Conference
About 1500 teachers superintendents and parents gathered at the University of Oregon in Eugene for a three day conference to discuss statewide educational concerns. Prominent educators will address the meeting aiming to improve understanding between schools and families.
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United Press
Eugene
Ore
University of Oregon
Stands by the Town in Christmas Dress in Clearfield
The Clearfield Progress displayed a handsome colored Christmas cover on Wednesday. The paper is owned by a merchant-backed company representing many Clearfield businessmen and enjoys support from local merchants.
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Clearfield Progress
Clearfield
Renovo News
Kalbfus Seeks County Funds In Deer Case
Dr Kalbfus pressures Clearfield County to cover court costs in a deer case. The dispute centers on who must pay several thousand dollars. The secretary of the game commission seeks county payment, while Kalbfus questions his own obligation to fund the suit.
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Kalathe
Kalbfus
Clearfield County
Secretary of the Game Commission
Dickinson
Dickin-son
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