1 050 Lives Lost When Steamers Run Together
Montreal reports confirm 1 267 aboard the Empress of Ireland with 337 rescued and 12 later dead, making 1 052 loss. The disaster, worst in Canadian waters, occurred after a collision with the collier Storstad in the St Lawrence River. Captain Kendall survived, and among the passengers were Americans and 115 Salvation Army members bound for a World Convention in London.
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Montreal
Canadian Pacific
Canada
Pacffc
Lie Hiner Empresas of
Ireland
Stortstadd
Father's Point
St. Lawrence River
Salvation Army
United States
Foreign Motorcycle Trade Figures Show March Decline and Growth
Foreign trade statistics for March show 958 motorcycles shipped from U S ports valued at 1045 64. A year earlier 1230 units were exported, a 35 percent drop in number but a $65 014 rise in March value. Nine months ending March 1913 saw 3747 motorcycles exported valued at 694 406, up 2266 in value and 1370 in units. Bicycle exports in March reached 987,565 in value, with 11 per cent monthly increase despite lower unit values. Overall imports and exports indicate shifting values with rising import totals and fluctuating motorcycle and bicycle shipments amid broader trade trends.
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United States
Alabama Press Association Meets in Birmingham
The Alabama Press Association convened in Birmingham at 11 o clock with members from the chamber. The morning addressed topics and at 2 pm officers will be elected to protect the press against unscrupulous advertisers. A gathering at the Newspaper Club and an automobile ride are planned for the afternoon.
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Alabama Press Association
Birmingham
Comerce
Toder
Nunnclee
Newspaper Club
Wear Light Rags For Summer Heat
Dothan residents seek relief from the heat in light clothing as a dry spell continues. Day forecasts of rain have failed for weeks, raising concern over drought damage to corn and cotton, though officials expect only delayed growth and no lasting harm. A recent hail rain and wind storm swept the area.
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Dothan
Phopsoi
Fret
Wat Mace
Hawkeye Glee Club Heats Up Chautauqua Plans
The Hawkeye Glee Club, led by Clemenne and Vongaeinbe, prepares for Chautauqua. Members have elected Aliahest Chautangan to lead for the year, as the group aims to perform traditional pieces and engage audiences at the coming program.
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Anil
Mass Mat Spcarey Passes Away In Odd Recount
Fragmentary OCR notes report the death of Mass Mat Spcarey with garbled details mentioning Quin, a turncoat, and references to McCarty and a priestly context. The readable text is insufficient for precise identity or date.
Tragic Stroke Strikes Joe Moss. Funeral Arrangements Set
Joseph Moss, MBBS, suffered a severe stroke January. Despite recovery hopes, his condition worsened, and he passed away last Sunday after a nine minute seizure. Funeral services will be held at the residence of Rev. Carty on Fagette Avenue, with interment in the city cemetery.
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Fev. Carty
Sawirday Dermis
Aelock
Coh
iMllny, Parton
Smith & Morgan Offers Opportunity at Prive Farm Sale
Fragmented ad style note invites readers to attend a farm sale, highlighting Smith & Morgan as the presenting firm and urging attention to profitable chances. The text is garbled and contains several misspelled phrases, but references a farm sale context and a private opportunity.
August convention talk and civic events afoot
A garbled report outlines upcoming conventions and speeches at the Foster Street Methodist Church and related civic meetings. Notable names include J. Coffman and M. Rosell, with notes on attendance and organizational roles. A lecture by Minh May Rosell of the Suttout Woman's Christian Temperance Union is mentioned, alongside other local figures and scheduling details.
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Minh May Rosell
Smeinter
Suttout Wonan
Christin Tamperanes Union
Fovter Street
Methodiet
Tuewtay Ablet
Sunday School Convention Updates Apr 7 1916
The Wiregram reports the six county Carriers Association will hold its annual convention in Dothan with about 150 carriers expected to attend. Events include a banquet at the Dothan Cafe and a party at the Palace Theatre. The Abbeville News notes crop prospects and rain hopes as cotton and garden work approach.
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Wiregram Runt Letter Carriers Association
Cartiare
Dothan
Powillo
Palace Theatre
Alabama Sunday School Convention Set For April Dates
Subcommittees of the Alabama Sunday School Association announce plans for the annual convention to be staged in Debbam. The event will showcase extensive advertising and preparation across papers and denominations. Speakers include Dr. Jae R. Semrey of the Southern Baptist Seminary and Professor A. W. Meper. Delegates from most counties are expected, with Alabama’s first national convention program featuring a notable preacher and oversight by President D. Keell of Chicago.
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de. Jae
R. Semrey
Bagttel
Thestegiou Seminary
Lauteriite
Bane
Sundéy
Fieliget Lewonn
Fir
Nampey
Gram
Alabama
D. Kecell
Chicago
Fender
A. W
Jor
Winema Lake
Shim
Rooms Leased For Young Men’s Club
The telephony building on North Fester Street will lease rooms to the Young Men's Club for the next few weeks. Repairs are underway and the facility should be ready for the minor portion within a week. Delays in attaining quarters affected progress, but the Board of Governors and subcommittees are pushing to have the quarters ready as soon as possible.
Potopfice Holiday Tomues Poised for Event
Readable fragments describe a festive office plan with a bell, timing around noon, and a communal tone. The text hints at holiday activities and a proposed observance, noting a poste office or office setup and a ceremonial start.
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Quelys
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Dug
Fr. Luckenbach
Tamma
New York
Murray Mathews of
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Foreign Trade Statistics
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Ihgh School
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Foster
Loutan
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Sthenl Board
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Hawkeye
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McCarty
Joey
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Teen Welerind
National Assembly of the
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Tiences
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Leva
United Stated Court
Middle District
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Breal Tune
Thik
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Shaw
Young Men's
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