30 Dec 1914
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Newspaper
Corona Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1914
Page
1
In Paris reports say German forces bombard St Georges after its capture by French troops. Allies gain in Belgium capturing Sonnebeke while German artillery shifts toward Champagne. In East Prussia Russian cavalry retreats toward Pillkalden near the frontier.
Washington dispatch reports Foreign Minister Sasonoff denies Russia seeks independent peace and says rumors are absurd. Austria admits Galicia retreat as Austrians pull back under Russian offensives crossing the Carpathians. Berlin bulletin notes Germans still fight to recapture St George amid storms and extreme cold hindering positions in Flanders and Northern France.
Warship crews will divide about 95000 dollars from the sale of the captured German barques Goldbek and Perkeo. Perkeo sold to a Norwegian bidder for 61000 dollars and Goldbek to another Norwegian firm for 64500 dollars. The Perkeo, largest sail frigate afloat, was launched on the Clyde in 1901 and renamed Brilliant before the war. Captain Nissen, once commander of the Presusen wrecked off Dover, attempted to escape with the Union Jack when Zulu intercepted the vessel.
Two masked robbers boarded the westbound Sunset express on the Galveston San Antonio line near Cline and robbed a sleepy passenger in the rear Pullmans at gunpoint. They signaled the train to stop and jumped off. the loot amount is not known.
The Federal Trade Commission will benefit from a large data base and a trained staff as the Bureau of Corporations readies to merge with the new agency. Hon. Joseph E. Davies reports ongoing investigations and a national survey to equip the commission for immediate action.
London reports the Blue Cross Fund easing animal suffering in war zones. Four months of battle drained Europe of horses, prompting allied forces to rely on the Blue Cross. Veterinary hospitals in France care for about 2000 animals, with farm and camp facilities across Normandy Gisors Fontainbleu Provence and Troyes.
One troop of the Twelfth Cavalry patrolling the Oak Creek district in Colorado is ordered to return to Fort Meade. The remaining troops will be gradually withdrawn.
A fragmentary line notes a consolation amid heavy casualties and the grim toll on the ranks. The terse wording hints at wartime sorrow and the somber return of the fallen.
Two affidavits published in the Evening Mail accuse Platt Adams the champion amateur and all around jumper of selling valuable prizes for money. The Mail urges him to return all prizes won. Adams was a 1912 Olympic team member holding the high jump record.
An English Dresden resident reports that Germans feel no alarm over the war possibly spreading to Saxony. She notes optimism, soldiers passing through, civilians giving gifts to troops, and a choirlike wartime mood despite changing songs and lingering spy suspicions fading.
Panama officials have reduced formalities so a ship can pass the canal without signing papers. Previously the process could take 24 hours. now shipping firms need no port agent as the canal handles tolls coal water and related work.
Phoenix report says the Valley Bank, the state’s largest institution, closed by the state examiner in November will reopen tomorrow. Thousands of depositors will not lose any funds and a parade and dinner will follow a Saturday celebration.
T S Adams of the Wisconsin State Tax commission told the American Economic Association in Princeton that the federal income tax is a class tax harming wealth distribution. He argued the tax falls on the rich only when strictly high incomes exceed the living standard, and that the system promotes extravagance.
The Licensed Victuallers Defense League, representing about 25 000 liquor license holders, denounces government measures raising beer taxes and cutting pub hours. They warn the policy harms workers and businesses, cites soldiers barred from bars, and calls army canteens unfair while men are denied entry.
Dec 3 Nordic news reports that with the Baltic navigation closed due to mines the Swedish railways will cut freight rates especially for lumber via Norwegian ports in coordination with Norway's ministry of railways.
Riverside attorney H L Carnahan Progressive party committee chairman is appointed commissioner of corporations to administer the blue sky law with a salary of six thousand dollars a year.
United States leaders emphasize peace today while acknowledging tomorrow holds unresolved challenges. Officials urge restraint and cooperation as the nation faces evolving international tensions and domestic debates about policy.
Washington debate centers on enforcing war embargoes and prohibiting lend shipments. Rep Vollmier argues Japan may hold Kiao Chow islands and the U.S. might face direct conflict. Rep Bartholdi notes exports worth 160 million dollars and warns dollar neutrality could anger Germany. Rep Voller calls for embargo with strong authority.
In the Dixmude area the Ferryman's House on the Yser Canal became a focal point as German forces used it as a small fort with machine guns. French plans to drive out the occupiers led to a risky surprise mission chosen from 400 volunteers including 100 African troops.
Attorneys for the packers say shipments of meat to Europe have halted as the British seize meat cargoes. The note places responsibility on wartime disruptions affecting trade and supplies.
Two steamers carrying 7000 tons of American copper bound for Sweden have been held by the British since Monday. Some women fear automobiles because their husbands cannot afford them.
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