03 Dec 1914
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1914
Page
1
Dispatches say Villa will strike Vera Cruz with about 26,000 troops in a convention army, assisted by Zapata forces. Carranza government exists at Vera Cruz, and Villa’s force may combine land and river operations as gunboats previously seized from Huerta are now in Villaistas’ hands.
Catholics anticipate completion of the edifice with a dedication service planned after final arrangements. Past months have seen steady progress and devoted ritual work by parishioners and clergy as the church nears its anticipated opening.
Dec 2 in Marton Kentucky an Odd Fellow aged 97 died at his home. He was the oldest Odd Fellow in the area and had been a resident of Lexington since 1899.
Fragmentary note records a loud laugh during today’s event. Mentions Kelly and a strong two roc reference, unclear context or location.
Fragmentary wartime notes describe German plans to land along the English coast from Zeebrugge to Ostend and use submarines to strike British ports. Officials warn of potential coastal landings and torpedoing threats, while defenders brace under a fog of supposed devices and mines.
In New York on December 2 Dr Karl Osterhans son of Head Admiral Hugo Osterhans U S N retired arrived to marry nurse Filan veth Oxley Currie of Winslow Nova Scotia.
Ottawa reports on reliable authority that about 25,008 more Canadians would be recruited for a fort, with details indicating a large mobilization effort centered in Ottawa Ontario and related to a national defense call.
A joint meeting of health groups heard Wy G Ebersole urge banning of muzzle cases and urged humanity in public health. Dr Harvey Wiley noted dental decay as a major health issue with figures showing over 1,000 of 20 examined schoolchildren in Washington needing treatment.
President Wilson commends General Funston and his troops for their conduct during the Vera Cruz occupation. The letter lauds the Americans for efficiency and courage, noting how the expedition altered Mexican views of the United States. Navy Secretary Daniels and Major General George Barnett also recognize Marines serving under Funston.
In Phoenix Arizona December 19 eight men were to be hanged one by one instead of eleven after a day of executions was granted to Governor Hunt. Three inmates received stays pending appeals. The warden Fr B Sime and the governor oversee the penitentiary while protests questioned the method and feasibility of multiple executions.
In Charleston at the United States court George Bialchelor Perkites awaits trial for wounding Caputy Taeran of the Clyde kite Motuuwk. Judge Brith ruled Perkiid not yet recovered from the attack and adjourned proceedings to the January term in Gokimbla.
Fragmentary notice reports mysterious deaths linked to individuals named Dogga and Baug. No clear dates or locations readable. context suggests an obituary or incident report. Further readable details needed for fuller summary.
An OCR passage describes a tense scene around a mayor and a potential fight. A spectator interference stopped the clash as Beaton and others were involved, with the incident fading into a later calm amid excitement.
The Baltimore Federal has signed two principal officers, Nether Lobert and Gattieldar Pak hint, from the Phillies. Reports say word of writ or writs were received today but denied by President Careall W. Masta of the Paderale today.
Dec 2 Florida reports deaths from cancer on the increase across the country. The modern era advances in combatting the disease are highlighted by the American Health Association. Education campaigns and public health efforts are mentioned as key strategies in reducing mortality.
Fragmentary text describes aviator Victorina Hay and a dramatic leap attempt, likened to Beachey, as she lies in a new machine and seeks to emulate the famed stunt. The report mixes garbled details with mentions of Angolan law and percentages, creating a partial, unclear scene.
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