Germans Claim 60,000 Russian Prisoners
The report says Germans claim 60 000 Russian prisoners in east Prussia with 50 000 taken. Russians admit retreat to their frontier under pressure of numbers, while Austro German forces push in Poland the Carpathians and France where allies attack. German bases and supply hubs are bombarded by French and British airmen with unknown damage. Germany threatens blockade of English coast and offers to lift it if food is allowed. Britain refuses.
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East Prussia
Poland
Carpathians
France
England
Germany
Italy May Enter War Amid Domestic Unrest
Many war observers predict Italy will join the conflict soon to divert attention from domestic upheaval after a devastating earthquake. An Austrian force is assembling on the Italian frontier in anticipation of Italy siding with the Allies.
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Italy
Insurance Man of Fort Worth Posed as Magazine Writer
Fort Worth report reveals Geo. Pattullo a magazine writer and Waco hotel owner found a man in Fort Worth posing as Pattullo. The man enjoyed luxurious living, was entertained and lionized, then left without paying the hotel bill. An investigation led to an embarrassing exposure of a Fort Worth insurance man.
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Fort Worth
Pattullo
Waco
Quarantine Tightens Across Eastern U S for Foot and Mouth
Washington reports extended foot and mouth disease quarantine covers all territory east of the Mississippi and north of Tennessee. Restrictions prohibit shipments of livestock except for slaughter within forty eight hours, with new rules defining immediate slaughter and banning interstate stock transport without disinfected cars after February 17.
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Washington
Department of Agriculture
Mississippi
Tennessee
United States
High School Notes Describe Treasury Boost and Student Activities
The school treasury grew from near empty to over twenty five dollars thanks to Brush the Great. Chapel talks on the war drew visitors. Two pupils were elected as reporters for the local paper. Seniors and Freshmen teamed to elect Ruth Farmer and Lane Godbold. Layne spoke on modest dress in chapel. Two new clubs formed the debating club aiming for state honors and a glee club to improve boys vocal skills.
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Sophmores
Ruth Farmer
Lane Godbold
Chapel
Layne
Chicken Salad Case Standoff Between Officials
Austin reports Comptroller Terrell has not accepted service of Attorney General Looney regarding the chicken salad and punch injunctions. Looney says no word from Terrell since seeking advice and Terrell has not revealed any new plans.
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Austin
Terrell
Looney
Mr. Terrell
Comptroller
Ship Bill Doom as Congress Delays until February 27
Washington February 18 administration Democrats nearly agreed to let Republicans filibuster the ship bill to death by placing it in conference until February 27 while appropriation bills pass. Republicans will continue the filibuster, signaling no extra session and the end of President Wilson's ship bill this Congress.
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Washington
Congress
Wilson
Cotton Seed Mills Scrutiny Sparks Senate Action
Senator Mc Gregor pushes a three member Cotton Seed Products Commission to probe anti trust violations by cotton seed oil mills with a $30,000 appropriation. Bills on warehouse law repeal and senatorial redistricting face swift committee review and political testing as the Senate delays action.
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Austin
McGregor
Senate
Cotton Seed Products Commission
Cope
House
Senate Judiciary Committee No. 1
Johnson and
Astin
Board of
Senate Committee On State Affairs
Stream Pollution Bill Passes Senate Amid Amendments
Austin February 18 The McDowell Bruce bill amending the anti stream pollution law to exempt tide water towns was passed finally in the senate after debating the Morrow amendment. An agreed substitute for the amendment was adopted extending the law’s effective date to February 1 1917.
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Austin
McDowell Bruce
Senate
Morrow
Wheat Slumps on Blockade News
Wheat prices fell sharply in Chicago trading on February 18 as the blockade of Britain prompted by the submarine threat prompted traders to reassess risk. May delivery touched 1.55 3 8, down from 1.60, while July slipped to 1.28 14 before later recovering and moving higher on renewed export demand.
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Chicago
Great Britain
Roberson Sisters Launch New Tipperary Tur Ban Line
The Roberson Sisters debut a new line of Tipperrary Tur bans blending traditional design with modern materials. The announcement highlights craftsmanship, comfort, and a distinctive style expected to appeal to heritage buyers seeking practical headwear.
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Roberson Sisters
Association offered $1.05 for potatoes in county market
The Marketing association can handle all county potatoes, with Mr Lane citing four cars of sweet potatoes priced from 75 cents to $1.05 per bushel. Farmers report rotted potatoes on market entry, and Mr Eaton notes they won’t stay marketable as rot and sprouting begin. Buyers demand guarantees of good condition.
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Lane
Eaton
Germany Replies to U.S. Note on Blockade Policy
Berlin reports Germany’s note to Washington defends its blockade stance as a response to Britain’s food supply disruption. The document, encoded and sent via Ambassador Gerard, argues Britain violates international law by forcing neutral ships to fly colors and carry arms. Germany asserts its right to attack English shipping and rejects the right of search as nugatory.
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Berlin
Germany
United States
Gerard
Washington
Great Britain
England
Sell things via coupon to W H Lane Marketing Association
If you have something you want to sell write it on the coupon below and send it to W H Lane, sales manager for the Marketing Association, and he will notify you if a market is found.
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W. H. Lane
Marketing Association
R. T. Es
Martin Co Bankrupt Sale Not Accepted by Court
John Jay as bankruptcy trustee reports court rejection of the Monday sale of Martin Co stock and fixtures for eight thousand twenty five dollars from an invoice value of twenty eight thousand. Notes and accounts valued at twenty eight thousand were sold for six hundred. private sale is planned with anticipated higher offers than the previous eight thousand six hundred twenty five.
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John Jay
Martin Company
Majestic to Show The Idler In Comanche Friday
Comanche residents will see The Idler this Friday night February 26 at the Majestic theater. The film draws praise from the New York Times for its London life drama of two men and a woman, with swift action and notable performances.
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Comanche
Idler
The
New York Times
Chambers
London
Comanche Citizen Claims Rheumatism Cure
In Comanche Texas on February 19 1915 a resident reports bedbound for 11 days with rheumatism before using Carrolls White Nerve and Bone Liniment which cured him and he recommends the remedy to others.
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Carroll
Comanche
Texas
Regulation of Insurance Companies in Texas Debates Tax Return Rules
In Austin on February 15 a Senate bill to regulate life insurance firms reentering Texas discusses whether foreign companies returning to write policies must pay occupation taxes from their absence. Proponents want reentry under Roberson law terms while preserving tax collection and state testing rights. Debates consider fairness to Texas firms and investment requirements.
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Austin
Brelsford
Senate
Texas
Comanche School District appoints public weigher
The Commissioners Court appointed Tom Nabors as public weigher for Comanche. He will operate from the Farmers Gin providing certified weights at low cost, meeting long standing needs of the Marketing Association and others who require accurate measures.
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Comanche
Commissioners Court
Tom Nabors
Nabors
Marketing Association
George Loos Midway Carnival Arrives in Comanche
The George Loos Midway Carnival and Circus comes to Comanche on Monday March 1 for a week of performances. The attraction features a ferris wheel a merry-go-round a minstrel show and other acts praised by neighboring towns.
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George Loos
Comanche
Mr. Loos
Roberson Sisters Advertise Mary Jane CO Garments
A Mary Jane company listing titled See the all sizes promotes garments from Roberson Sisters. The brief notice highlights available sizes and the seller's name for potential buyers.
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Mary Jane CO
Roberson Sisters
How to Prevent Bilious Attacks
Advice on avoiding bilious attacks explains that coming events cast shadows before and appetite fails. Take Cham berlain's Tablets at onset to ward off the attack. available from all dealers.
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Chamberlain
Coman che County Hog Raisers marketers praise cooperation
A local hog producers group thanks members for support and outlines continued operations. The association will maintain its old plan for handling hogs and continue advance payments and mailed profit checks through the manager.
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Comanche County Hog Raisers and Producers Marketing Association
First State Bank
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