Commission Holds Special Meeting Approves Tax Rate and Budgets
The commission held a special meeting to advance the Bp proposition and other ordinances. It approved Bill No. 399 and 400 setting a 14 mill tax rate, approved salaries to $65 per month for city drivers, and adopted a pension and compensation plan. A dispute between Nebt and Anton Telephones Co. over a pole near Washington Street was discussed with a settlement goal and possible relocation. The meeting adjourned with plans for a further session on Monday January dat.
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Many Ships Lost in Gales About England
United Press report from London December 29 says numerous ships were lost in a gale near England. The Morning crew were sunk by a submarine and only the captain and second mate reported dead. Dutch vessel Erin hit a mine with three dead and several injured. Norwegian ship Horselen sank after mining. loss of one crew member possibly drowned.
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Conscription in England Viewed as Reply to German Peace Hints
London reports suggest England may respond to German peace hints with conscription. A Zurich dispatch cites alleged German terms including large indemnities, borders and colonies changes, and a German controlled Poland. The proposed terms also include German garrisons in Belgium and a fixed annual expenditure by Germany.
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Two Youths in Danger on Lake Erie in Frosty Rescue Scene
On Lake Erie near Toledo two youths skating on the ice were swept away when a break up of the frozen surface sent them into the water. Russell Lucas 17 and Waddell Hall 24 of the city were carried off the lake and were noted as in danger by bystanders on shore.
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Lansing Ready With Mails Protest In London Debacle
Washington reports from December 29 state Consul General Skin age of London received details on a supposed mailt breach involving Dutch malt imports. The State Department awaits a full report from the London consul and will file a protest to Great Britain once forms are completed.
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German Railway Disaster Near Honispien Station
Seven soldiers were badly injured in a wreck at Honispien station as a special railway train returning from the battle front derailed. The incident occurred today and authorities have not released full details of the crash.
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Honispien
Children Escape Death Near Bradford Fire
Thirty three inmates of McKean County Home fled as the building burned in Bradford Pennsylvania early morning. Fire destroyed the home and caused $25,000 in damage while workers and officials evacuated children in night clothing to safety with little panic. Abie In many respects Ayron Babbitt left for New York later that day.
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Opening Gun Fired in Fight Against Conscription
London dispatch reports the Star in a lengthy editorial backs the campaign against the government conscription bill. The piece argues compulsory service would pressure the nation and claims only a limited pool could be drafted. The paper credits Lloyd George for influencing the outcome and notes the shift away from Asquith and allies.
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Greek Liner in Distress Near Nantucket Lightship
Reports state the Greek liner with three hundred passengers aboard is in peril off Nantucket Lightship. The U S government cutter Boneea and other vessels raced to aid but exact location remains unknown.
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Storm Threat to Local Lines With Limited Disruption
Weather warnings limited to nimble travel impact as lines from Avwtendy to nearby cities faced minor delays. Rail and phone networks reported functioning despite snow, with freight and passenger traffic largely holding up though some yards and interlocks showed slower service and delayed schedules.
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Lamar and Others Waive Extradition in Conspiracy Plea
David Lamar known as the wolf of Wall Street and Jacob Muyler head of Lauots National Wealth Counsell appeared in New York to plead not guilty to conspiracy charges. They faced federal grand jury probes into strike plots and related conspiracies. Both were released on a $5000 bond.
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Ford Enjoys Trip Home
Detroit December reports Henry Ford feeling better and on his way home from Norway. The return voyage follows earlier illness and a brief hold in port.
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Climax in Austria U S relations after new note
Washington December 24 United Press reports a climax in Austria U S relations as a reply to the Ancona case was expected tonight or tomorrow morning. Officials fear a rupture but hope for safe conduct while awaiting the note. The State Department argues Austria’s statements leave no arbitration grounds and hints at possible further exchanges before dawn if needed.
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Austria
Austrians Attack Scutari Amid Balkan Turmoil
Reports from Athens say Austrian forces opened an assault on Scutari as Serbian and Montenegrin troops defend the city and surrounding posts. Evacuation talks unfold while Austrian pressure intensifies the regional campaign.
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Grippe Outbreak Reported In Corry City
Numerous grippe cases noted in Corry with many patients mildly ill. Physicians report clove to a hundred infections. few fatalities among the very young or old. Some cases show tonsillitis pneumonia and early pneumonia. overall, local conditions calmer than elsewhere.
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Corry
Yale Coach Dies After Illness During Season
Yale football coach Chevlin, a former Yale star and timber magnate, died after a six day illness from pneumonia while leading the team through a cold season. The obituary notes his prominence as a millionaire and his long association with Yale athletics.
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Embargo Halts Cars at Nearby Sidings
Rail embargo disrupts shipments to New York causing congestion on Erie and Pennsylvania lines. Corridors near Corry report hundreds of loaded cars held in storage with steel billets and barbed wire bound for export. Authorities warn further pranging of yards if delays persist.
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Condensery Workman Injured Falling From Car Roof
A Condensery employee at Mohawk Condensery was injured this morning when a canvas on a loaded milk car broke loose. He fell about twelve feet striking his head chin and nose and breaking his wrist. He was moved to Dr Jible’s office for treatment and remained conscious.
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