Canvas campaign canvass in city progress report
A chaotic but urgent city campaign update shows a total of 1722 dollars collected by the treasurer of a civic committee with ward and factory worker participation. Many memberships are paid for workers in plants, with headquarter activity across wards and multiple chapters detailing canvass progress, shortages, and expected payroll support.
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Thirlow
He Caval
Chale Ward Wood
Tuys Hielen
Penwith
Turi
Choan
Chelxtman
Ralph Wereht
Robert How
Wind
Chuck Tart
Lawrence Grateler
Lurey
Howdeau
Foreland
Cries Koffard
Ted Tras
Tale
John Wilson
Pranklin
Wilson
Corry
Nowring
Ehmpletia
Red Cross
Wittone
Yeaterday
Railroad man Harrington injured in freight yard accident
Thomas J Harrington a railroad worker in Philadelphia yards was struck when a locomotive backed into a car. He and a fellow brakeman suffered severe injuries with legs fractured and possible amputations reported but later clarified. Harrington, long known at the Boston House on Nassau Street, was rushed to hospital after the incident.
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Thomas J. Harrington Wasork
Pennsylvania Freight
Mareington
Pennsylvanie
Harrington
aeVerat
Carenghin
Gillett
iMartington
Tt Way
Afnrrington
Marrington
Nas
Boston
Civil Service Commission Appointed
The Civil Service Commission adjourned after the health commissioner reported thirteen chickenpox cases and pneumonia in the city. The meeting noted the impending end of the present commission and named new officers and members for the next term.
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Civil Service Commission
Ty Tee Tay Aesalont
Mayur Pathoraian
Hird
Cis
Ai An Eliiering
Health Department
Phy Commission
Prmont Commission
Palo
Potato Contest Decided by Local Fair Winners
Ralph Gated of Concord township won the potato contest after producing 827 bushotes on one acre, earning top prize funded by Citizensational Bank. J. G. Kohintes, Jackson Raymond, and W. W. Havarmioh judged. Second place went to W. Af Row with 207 bushels. Earl G. Darts took third with 187.
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Ralph Gated
Concord Township
Citizen'sational Bank
J. G. Kohintes
Jackson Raymond
W. W. Havarmioh Yeaterday
Theybank
Mx Cates
W. Af
Row
Earl G. Darts
Davia
Senate Army Probe Postponed Over Lewis Gun Issue
The Senate Military Affairs Committee postponed its hearings due to Colonel Thoses Lews's inability to travel Washington. General Crosier blamed the War Department rejection of the Lewis gun, inventor Lewis, for delays in arming troops. A Christmas recess postponement was considered but no decision reached.
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Washington
Senate Military Affairs Committee
Thoses Lews
Lawn
War Department
Crosier
Kront
Senate
Draft blanks arriving this week in city records
A number of the queddonaires have arrived in the city and several were filed yesterday. The questions cover every conceivable item related to the Testator's Will and present Attornies urge registrants to study them carefully as many will need assistance.
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Attorneya
Regiatant
Cossacks Recapture Rontof in Southeastern Russia
Report from Petrograd via United Prose describes Cossacks regaining control of Rontof, a key southeastern city recently captured by Bolshevik forces. The article notes ongoing Bolshevik retreat and repeated claims of hold by opposing troops as authorities confirm the reoccupation.
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United
Petrograd
Rontof
Comacki
Toate
Russia
Bolshoks
Prohibition Victory Sparks State Action Debate
A U S senator group reports a state led move after a national prohibition measure passed by a Senate vote. The vote in the House approved the amendment with strong support, shifting the burden to state legislatures for final action as momentum grows across several states.
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Senate
Local notes on labor, gas supply, and defense proposals
Fragmented local notes describe Lloyd Kibler and others in Pennsylvania farms facing job and fuel concerns as Ammon and Standard Bethlehem plants stir agitation. It recalls a cold spell halting cotton gas supply, while a proposed trench defense and wire entanglements plan surfaces. Community discussions include a missing hoop distribution for farmers, with pricing disputes and halted negotiations.
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Loyd Kibler
Ervien
Frio
Pennsylvania
Clotton Gan Company
Musphen
Jon Inshus
Warren
Reine
Novord
Nhoop
Ben
Hintwean
Rolie
Uni
Kerensky in Field Amid Bolshevik Push Front
Fragmented dispatches report Kerensky in the field as Bolshevik forces clash near Russian capital outskirts. Reports say Amal village in Finland hosts exiled leaders, while elections back home signal support for Kerensky and the Kadets against Bolshheviks, with skirmishes near Rostov.
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Z Vmneu Freres Commahagan
Kerenakya
Finland
Russia
Kerenky
Kierensky
Hulcheviki
Fenoraly Kaleding
Korniiot
Southeas
Holr
Rostoft
Howe
Social Notes Of Interest And Local Events Recap
Social notes cover club meetings at the Li B.A WIL MW tonight with attendees urged to be present. Reports mention charity efforts for Belgian children and a Thursday afternoon gathering at the Wrombyrerian Liestonary Sool. The Rex Theatre hosted Jacke Swan Stock Company with a strong four act drama and an America finale. A young host celebrated Mrs Cor Hilly’s 68th birthday with games and music, a pink and rose table, and speeches. Legal action notes begin with Laura Wood Gerson filing to recover 6800 from the Harry Gerson estate, detailing the gunshot incident and estate value, while in Titusville an earlier probate proceeding is noted.
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Weil
Lawes
Lyies
Athena
Jacke Swan Stock
Rex Thastre
Snl
America
Uiinkone
Willy Ramonda, Jr
W. P. Wamonda
Nome
Concord
Stashis
Meadoyle
Laura Wood Gerson
Harry Gerson
Titusville
Ge Wyehov
Laura
Wood
Navink
Boon
Lim
Sseaka
Red Cross Meeting Highlights Local Drive and Winter Aid
The Red Cross executive board held a meeting to review the membership drive led by leaders Lr PG. Wond and Harry Smitt. They praised the energetic organizers, thanked manufacturers clergy and the press, and noted strong support from volunteers as the drive aims to bolster winter relief and comfort efforts.
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Ineal
Tad Cros
Weiting Hekhral Conran
Tesus
Cel
HIN
Groyte
Wokinial Gormant
Sineteat
Negunt Te Fur Yidtteat
Ater
Atrwanings
Falar Marghyrin Verily
Avery
Sani
France
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Lr PG
Med “Rabs
Ereditl
Loreal
Probe of Shipping Board Advancing in Senate
Washington December 18 The Senate afternoon adopted Senator Harding's resolution for an investigation of the Shipping Board. Chairman Fletcher announced the probe will begin at once. Senator Cummins of Iowa introduced a related resolution calling for a broader railway inquiry.
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United Preas
Washington
Senate Us
Harding
Shipping Board
Nmeo
Fletcher
Cummins
Iowa
Local Merchants Report Imports Surge This Christmas Season
Merchants in the city report a sharp rise in baslieas over the past days with indications that Christmas trade will yield a strong margin. Local stores showcase wood tones and early shop displays. Mondville appoints EA. Hompatand as Crawford food administrator amid statewide changes.
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Baslieas
EA. Hompatand
Mondville
Plans For Christmas Tree Across The City
Community Christmas tree plans unfold as a citywide effort with a church choir practice at Presbyterian Church and a band event. The program includes carols such as Hark the Herald Angels Sing and Oh Little Town of Bethlehem, with lights at 9 20 and singing lasting about 30 minutes.
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Auelont
England
Akeeen
Vambinen
Cross of Murey
Morey
Presbyterian
Earalé
Herat
Angely
Bethlehem
Funeral of Mr Cassidy at St Thomas Church
Funeral services for the late Martin Cassidy were held at 9:28 o clock this morning at St Thomas Church. Rev Father Prac conducted the Mass with many relatives and friends in attendance. Pallbearers included J Farrell Farrell Hugh Baker Neal Foley Charles Crowe and John Farrell. Interment followed at Pine Grove Cemetery. Survived by eight children including John Cassidy of Erie Michigan Mir a Roscoe Brigham Mrs J Masterson Missie Anna and Frances Cassidy of this city and Nicola s Cassidy who twin the avy.
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Martin Cassidy
St. Thomas Church
Narrioa
Prac
Messrs
J. Farrell
Mr. Farrell
Hugh Baker
Neal Foley
Charles Crowe
John Farrell
Pine Grove
John Cassidy
Erle
Michagh Cassidy
Mira
Roscoe Brigham
City
Miidsie Anna
Frances
Brier Wise
Willa Ten Ed To An Operation Pilal Recently
A partial and garbled note reports a Mrs Willa undergoing a planned operation. The fragment hints at medical steps and surgeon involvement but lacks clear names, dates, or locations for precise details.
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Willa Ten
Pilal
Wagrice
Corey Hing
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