One Escapes In Blast Near Brownsville
A mine explosion near Brownsville Pennsylvania today left twenty four men felled underground. Sixteen were brought to the surface while one, Tom Aposki, escaped. State police and mine officials seek the other missing workers and to learn the cause of the blast. Authorities report the explosion occurred about one mile from the main shaft of the M C Pricks Cake Company mine.
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Drowwnsville
Weick
Tom Aposki
Jarno Bagatelli
Mike Creaupich
HL 5
Firepaic
Joe Tupcon
Topwon
B. Temar
Tagle
Andy Raitally
Andy Swapting
Joe Herbie
Joe Baelakovic
John Dismiln
A. Zalico
Mm Sanipelo
Pimplely
Koplar
I Seoegyne
Mycin Be Stan
Nyacried
James P Gomis
John Mdtunieh
Alliart
Smiusis
Peter ‘Matic
Snarsjoe Wilbore Toniels
Marriwrs
Aumont Goubia
Smapria
Yom
Prownsvillt
M.C. Pricks Cake Company
Masontayrne
Tute
Brownsville
ILC Trick Cou
Catesy
Ais Point
Twormajn
Jainrchets
United States Bureau of Mites
Acreliet Triiig
Tilley
Gatep
Wwe
Lancaster Plumber Beirs to Fortune in New Claim
Lancaster, February reports a Halifax dispute where Willim Schnepf, a businessman, claims inheritance of a fortune valued around 120000000. He works at a hardware store in Gut near fiery and has received a message from a New York concern about a writ. The estate includes 80 acres in division.
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Selene
Suri
Gup
Fiery
M. Mucsage
New York
Seth
Divinerision
Theater disaster claim claims Shaughnessy life
United Press reports postmaster general E. B. Shawishnessy died at Walter Reed Hospital after the Knickerbocker Theater disaster. The injured included Shaughnessy and several soldiers, with severe pelvic fracture and multiple broken bones among the victims.
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Washington
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Walter Reed Hospital
Knickerbocker ‘Theater
Aloughnessy Lad
Taka
Stuedy Young
Shaughnessy
Groundhog predicts more winter amid weather debate
A fragmented report on Groundhog Day suggests lingering winter as signs point to continued cold. The piece notes the marmot’s forecast, human interpretations, and a brief warm spell followed by expectations of more snow and extended winter conditions in the region.
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Lellevera
Hitle
Despondent Man Hangs self at 18 William Street
Despondency is believed to have prompted the death by his own action of Corinne D. Jackman, 47, who hanged himself in the rear of his home at 18 William Street. His son Joseph found the body about noon. The deceased, a well known resident of the area, had been in ill health and acted oddly recently. Deputy Coroner Porter investigated. no motive was found in his person. Survived by wife, two daughters, and one son.
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Corinne D. Jackman
Tle Ware
William Street
Joseph
Veil
Bart Main Street
Jackman
Hik
Toserh
Netiby
Porter
Columbus
Clebert
Union City
Nina
Government control argued cheaper by McAdoo
United Press reports in Washington that former Railroad Administration head William G. McAdoo told the Interstate Commerce Committee that private operation since federal control ended cost the public 82 percent more than government operation during the war. He testified before the committee today.
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United Preas
Washington
United States
William G. McAdoo
State Interstate Commerce Committee
Firemen Overcome From Gas Fumes In Basment Blaze
Ten firemen were overcome while fighting a basement fire in Washington on February 2. Rapid rescue efforts prevented any deaths and all were expected to recover. Also reported is a February 2 item from Vineland New Jersey noting a $200,000 will by a wealthy retired lawyer and a hospital donation valued at $40,000 for Winn Wind Hospital Association.
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Washington
United Prose
Vineland
WN. J
Loven
Newcombe
Wall
Winn Wind Hospital Association
Newenote
Combine of Rail Workers and Miners Draws Nearer
United Press reports in Chicago that leaders of rail labor and mining groups are moving toward a united front. John L. Lewis, president of the United Mine Workers of America, issued a statement from Indianapolis pledging an “unreserved” pooling of efforts to oppose wage cuts and carrier reductions, signaling a potential conference between the two unions.
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Heit
Ttmners
John L
Lewin
United Ming Worker
Jamerica
Hilttorlay
Cyclone Strikes Spartanburg Area Damaging Homes
A strong wind storm swept through Spartanburg and nearby areas early November, ripping frames and blowing in windows. Property losses were reported with residents expecting heavy damage in the community as debris and downed power lines disrupted several streets. One injury noted with responders assisting after the event.
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Amin Wative
Hou Place
Arms Parley Nears End of Duties With Peace Pact
United Press reports the Washington Conference will hold a final session Saturday and sign treaties Monday to advance world peace. The talks cover East Asian disarmament, Far East policy, and a step toward general peace, with prognosis of closing in a week.
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Washington
Shantung Shue
Broddier
Far East
Far Eastern Conference
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New
Ching
Shy
Phina
Mares Ecomling
Alieoun
Toslay
Eastern Railway
Ling
Munichuria
Siberian
Rustia Agus
Family of Nations
Shantung
Agitation for New Passenger Station Moves Forward
The chamber of commerce directors formed a railway committee to press for a modern passenger station and to engage East P. R. R. officials. They outlined a two year improvement program including paving East Main, West Smith, and West Washington streets, with a possible bond issue. The meeting also discussed city finances, civic services, flood preparations for East Washington Street ball grounds, and a planned community picnic ground on the West Wayne Street acreage.
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Miray
Ene
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Televi Oe
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Shuts
Hamburg
Liurit
First Vatican conclave set to vote for Pope successor
The conclave to elect Pope Benedict XV's successor opens with cardinals inside the Vatican as smoke signals will announce each ballot. First vote scheduled for Friday morning with ballots at 10 to 8.
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Merry del Val
Peace Party
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Tomorow
Sistine Chapat
Pope Henedices
Americas
Whole Carload of Beer Seized in Pittsburgh
Prohibition agents seized a railroad yard carload of beer in Pittsburgh. The 274 cases, 68 full barrels and 21 half barrels were signed to New Kensington and Greensburg brewer Slay Brewing Co. The seizure follows investigation to determine alcohol content and compliance with prohibition laws.
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Pittsburgh
New Kensington
Triquor
Slay Brewing Co
Greensburg
Arbuckle Jury in Deadlock
San Francisco February reports the trial of Roscoe Arbuckle continues with the jury deadlocked on the fate of Virginia Rappe, as the jury remains unable to reach a verdict and the case stalls amid lingering questions and courtroom suspense.
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Tay United
San Francisco
Rorcoe
Patty
Arbuckle
Omi
Virginia
Hari
Explosion Destroys Part of Empress of Scotland Engine Room
An explosion aboard the Empress of Scotland, a 25 000 ton Canadian Pacific liner, injured several men in the engine room. Officials reported oil and tar leaking from the boilers while the ship’s watchman refused to allow information, leaving many questions unanswered. The incident disrupted the vessel but did not trigger a fire.
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United Press
New York
Canadian Pacific Steamship
Scotland
North River
Torlay Phe
Ciresto
Uiem
Empress of
Scitland
Canad
Bea
Orphans' Home Drive Set to Start March 5
Preparations are underway for a drive to fund an orphanage in Erie. Organizers target about 400000 dollars, with church quotas of two local parishes set at 2250 dollars. The campaign opens on the 5th and aims to complete the effort within two weeks.
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START
Erie
Next Worth
Churoly
Iwinls
Graves Company Falls Under Receivership After Crash Loss
The Graves Company, maker of automobile bodies, is placed in the hands of receivers following the closure of the Link of Lorwaurilis. The move comes amid financial strain linked to a recent truck crash and the broader industry downturn.
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Graves
Springhire
Heath
Todleys
Fectivers
Tle
Lorwaurilis
Tautomobiles
National Housing Conference Proposed by United Press
Washington reports a proposed nation wide housing conference as leaders from both parties and federal officials discuss forming a national forum. An interview with Calder of New York cites support from Republican leaders and builders for addressing acute housing problems, while finance and policy needs are under debate.
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New York
Republi
United Easter Way
Uch
Finan Satanic
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