Violent Fighting in Progress in France Amid Artillery Duels
Paris reports ongoing violent fighting along the entire front from the Lys to the Gise with artillery duels from sea to Lys. Germans sacrifice thousands to regain positions while Allies now occupy many trenches formerly German. In Aisne and Champagne, Beithes yields another German line. heavy snows worsen wounded misery. little ground gained by either side. Switzerland braces with border measures as 160,000 Germans gather near borders and Red Cross teams prepare along the frontier. Steinbach falls to Germans with French retreating toward Thann.
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Imperial Press Bureau
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Steinbach
Thann
Wife Deserter Given Probation After Court Hearing
The court this morning suspended sentence for Walter Witlares of Kenhalle charged with non support. Probation officer John A Block and Director Williams noted progress, while the judge released and remanded, citing that probation has eased many cases. A twelve year old girl from Corweneyilie, Mary Kubiak, was removed from unsuitable surroundings and placed for care under a suitable institution.
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Kenhalle
John A Block
Williams
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Bell
Amd
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Ebletto
Mary Kubiak
Corweneyilie
Mall
Incurable disease afflicts Hoston prisoner on death row
Clay Hoston, a colored prisoner convicted of murder in the five degree, suffers from diabetes while awaiting the death penalty in county jail. He says diabetes predated his confinement, but he has weakened greatly, losing about half his weight, though jail doctors consider him not in immediate danger. The physician notes diabetes is hard to cure.
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Iyosten
Progress
Ovas
Heston
Wheat Prices Decline Sharply in Chicago Trade
Chicago January 3 wheat markets opened with a clear drop from last week’s highs. May wheat futures slid from about 1.37 to 1.308 per bushel amid a broad market retreat.
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Ten Thousand Men Return to Work Today
Iy Used Pre Wheeling West Va Jan 11 Ten thousand men returned to work here today after idleness as steel works and factories reopened. As many more will be given work during the next week. Buildings factories and steel works opened today at Clarksburg and Riverside New Castle Pa Jan 11 Five hundred men returned to work here when business opened at the mills Squire Daniel Connelly s condition is unchanged.
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Britain and U S Clash Over Naval Trade Rules
Washington says Britain’s preliminary reply to the U S note confirms that neutral commerce should be interfered with only when absolutely necessary. London and Washington released the communication by mutual agreement, signaling alignment on past accepted rules of international action.
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London
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Mie Brisa
Brumbaughs Local Option Bill Faces Assembly Fight
Harrisburg Jan 11 The 1915 Pennsylvania legislature opens with a focus on a local option bill likely to trigger a bitter fight as sentiment on liquor is split. Governor-elect Brumbaugh supports it while Speaker Ambler may push an anti liquor measure. Other debated topics include workmen compensation child labor civil service women suffrage and highway policy. Educational and state resource bills are also anticipated with a proposed state administration building and a broader state police and militia program planned.
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Pennsylvania
Ambler
Workenen
Political Editorial Critiques Sunday Campaign Tactics
The Philadelphia Ledger denounces Billy Sonday and Boies Penrose, arguing the bipartisan machine thrives on respectability. It highlights church support, graft accusations, and the need for honest ballots, warning that false moral campaigns hurt Philadelphia and Pennsylvania.
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German Cruiser Sunk By British Near Pernambuco
Reports from Pernambucan waters claim the German battle cruiser Von Der Tann was sunk by the British battle cruiser Invincible with later dispatches saying Invincible remained afloat. Details are conflicting and the fate of crew members is unconfirmed. American Bayamo rammed and beached off Red Hook by a British cruiser. captain saw guns, suspect it was one of the British cruisers offshore for months.
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Thestrup
Sunday Dares to Confront Graft Backers at Philadelphia
In a sharp challenge, the text questions Billy Sunday's honesty if he supports prohibition while church and commerce leaders backed Penrose's election. It accuses Sunday of aligning with those who aided the whisky ring for tariff money and urges him to confront the protectionist crowd near Philadelphia churches with spine and grit.
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Philadelphia
Paper A Rare Opportunity for the Ladies
A grand event offers three top prizes including trips to Panama Pacific, a diamond ring, and many other valuable awards. Ladies are invited to participate in this free drawing with chances to win notable gifts and exclusive opportunities.
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Panama-Pacific
Progress Contest Opens for Ladies to Win Grand Prizes
The Clearfield Progress announces a four week voting contest open to women in Clearfield County and adjacent counties. Prizes include a San Francisco Exposition trip for three ladies, with many other valuable awards. votes earned by subscriptions to the Progress and direct voting, with impartial judges ensuring fairness and no staff involvement.
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York
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