Austria Rejects Demands on Ancona Case Amid Cabinet Debate
Washington notes Austria rejects U S demands over the sinking of the Ancona. A lengthy cabinet meeting, chaired by Secretary Lansing, signals intent to demand a disavowal unless Austria provides new facts. Berlin reports little public interest as London papers weigh the implications of Vienna's stance.
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Washington
Austria
Ancona
United States
Lansing
America
Germany
Lan
Sing
Berlin
Faye
Lusitania
Vienna
Mnited
London
Evening ‘Standard
Wall Mall
Gazette
Evening News
State Department Worried Over Papen Mexico Visit Rumor
The State Department fears a Von Papen trip to Mexico to align with Huertista followers. If Huerta and Villa unite with German backing, Mexico could face greater trouble, officials believe.
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Pac
Int'l News Service
Washington
State Department
von Papen
Mexico
Huerta
Villa
Germany
United Railways Wins Frisco Legal Battle
United Railways won a court fight to stop the city from using lower Market street. Superior Judge James M. Sewell granted a permanent injunction barring municipal cars from the outer Ferry loop.
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San Francisco
United Railways
Lower Market Street
James M. Sewell
Greece and Bulgaria announce neutral zone proposal
Bulgaria officially states Greece has accepted the plan for a two kilometer neutral zone along their frontier. The move is regarded as a victory for both the Allies and Bulgaria, signaling reduced border tension.
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Int'l News Service
London
Bulgaria
Greece
Salis
Elko High School Team Edges Ely In 28 Point Win
Elko County High School defeated Ely High School 28 to 0 in a fast basketball game here. The Elko players were treated royally by Ely supporters and will depart for home soon after the contest.
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Ely
Nev
Elko County
Elko
Bradley Opera House Showtimes Feature Top Films
Bradley offering fine entertainment with a strong orchestra. Ethel Grandin stars in Her Secret praised for opportunity. Tonight Lubin feature The Red Virgin paired with Mr Lamps Dilemma in a three part program.
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Bradley Opera House
Ethel Grandin
Mr. Lirxbies
Henry F Fletcher Promoted to Ambassador to Mexico
Henry F Fletcher, formerly minister to Chile, has been named ambassador to Mexico. He entered diplomatic service in 1902 and has since held posts in Cuba and China. A Spanish American War veteran, he served as a private in the Rough Riders and later in the Philippines as a lieutenant.
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Pac
Int'l News Service
Washington
Henry F. Fletcher
Chile
Mexico
Rough Riders
Philippines
40Th Volunteer Infantry
Teutons Capture Montenegrin City Lijlopolje
Berlin reports Teutons stormed and captured Lijlopolje, a Montenegrin border city eight miles inside Montenegro. About 700 prisoners were taken.
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Pac
Int'l News Service
Berlin
Teutons
Lijlopolje
Mississippi storm kills ten persons in Meridian area
A tornado swept through Meridian and nearby areas on December 17 killing ten people and injuring forty. Wires were down and details were scarce as responders assessed the damage.
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Mississippi
Meridian
Mies
Minnesota Explosion Likely Accidental Preliminary Report
A preliminary report from federal agents in San Francisco today states the Minnesota explosions were probably accidental. The notice comes as investigations continue into the incident.
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Washington
San Francisco
Minnesota
Fishing Schooner Menomet Destroyed By Fire
Gloucester Massachusetts December 17 The fishing schooner Menomet caught fire on Jeffries banks after a gasolene tank exploded. Four crew members landed at Thatchers Island while six are reported missing. The incident underscores dangers faced by maritime crews in winter waters.
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Gloucester
Maas
Menomet
Jeffries
Escaped Convict With Confed Arms Hunted After Thanksgiving Waze
Constable Hash of Battle Mountain追追 pursues Billy the porter who shot Nightwatchman Coon on Thanksgiving night. An armed companion accompanies the escapee as they trek away from the railroad with scarce food and blankets. Two Battle Mountain residents face $500 bonds for alleged complicity. Police expect capture soon.
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Hash
Battle Mountain
Billy
Coon
Once an Idol Now Friendless
Ted Sloan, once the world’s greatest jockey, returns to America as an outcast after a stellar rise from poverty, earning near $3,000,000 and innovating riding methods. His fame abroad grows, but England and American barns turn against him, ending with a dramatic fall from society’s favor. The article notes his wealth, marriages, and elite connections before his decline.
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New York
Ted Sloan
America
Sloan
England
Tod Sloan
Tod
Europe
Harry Payne Whitney
Atlantic
Whitney
Ballyhoo Bay
Rabid Coyotes Threaten Starr Valley Population
Stanford Weathers from Starr Valley reports a serious coyote rabies problem with daily sightings. At the Weathers ranch a rabid coyote bit horses and a pig and killed three geese before being killed. Recent storms drove coyotes from the mountains to the flats increasing their numbers and causing fear among residents, especially families with children.
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Stanford Weathers
Starr Valley
Weathers Ranch
Russians Take Persian City Haladan Reported
Official announcement confirms the Russian occupation of Haladan in Persia. Reports also indicate a strong Turkish and German force moving toward India via Bagdad, Persia.
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Persian
Petrograd
Haladan
Persia
India
Bagdad
Levenpool Sunk After Mine Hit During Relief Run
The British steamer Levenpool, 4844 tons, bound from New York to Rotterdam with a relief cargo worth about 1.5 million dollars, was beached in a sinking state after hitting a mine or torpedo. All 80 crew members are reported safe, no passengers aboard.
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London
Levenpool
New York
Rotterdam
Relief Society
Zeppelin Explodes In Flight Over Namur
A large heavy bomber airship traveling toward Ypres exploded near Namur. Witnesses saw a flash and fire followed by the airship overturning and crashing. The crew perished and the airship with its entire cargo was destroyed.
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Amsterdam
Ypres
Namur
Tod Sloan the fallen jockey fades from racing fame
The piece traces Tod Sloan once king of jockeys whose wealth faded after personal and career collapse. Once a millionaire and social icon, his funds dwindled, marriage ended in divorce, and he drifted from pro racing toward bleak anonymity. The narrative hinges on his dropped fortunes and loss of standing.
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Tod Sloan
Two Continents
New Members Appointed to Pleasant Valley Dry Farm Board
Governor Boyle appoints R. W. Hesson and Harry H. May er to the Pleasant Valley dry farm board to serve with existing member G. M. Bowen. The new appointees join the board as it continues county operations.
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DRY Farm Board
R. W. Hesson
Harry H. Mayer
Boyle
Pleasant Valley Dry Farm
G. M. Bowen
Horses Sent South by Wingfield
Seventeen Nevada stock farm horses are shipped to New Orleans for the January 1 race meet. The group includes Polisina the imported English mare bought by George Wingfield. George Straté travels with the horses to oversee them during the meet. Ted Wright is likely the principal jockey. Stable manager Geo Berry expects a strong showing in New Orleans. After the meet the entire string returns to the Nevada stock farm south of Reno.
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Nevada
New Orleans
Polisina
England
George Wingfield
Pleasonton
George Straté
Ted Wright
Reno
Geo. Berry
Nevada Stock Farm
Celesta
Scarlet Oaks
Tze Lsi
Sheer Face
Starshooter
Mary J
Poustin
Washoe Bell
Amalgamated
Cryolet
la Salana
Golden Potate
Plush
Fancy Feathers
Square Set
Edna F
Deck Hand
Italian Planes Raid Austria in Retaliation
A 48 aircraft Italian squadron attacked the Chisponano valley in Austria killing hundreds of soldiers and destroying camps and depots. The raid, launched in retaliation for Austrian destruction of Italian villages, ended with the force returning to base and planning another strike in a few days.
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Pac
Int'l News Service
Rome
Chisponano
Lhese
Nevada secures famous canines
The pair of sheep dogs renowned for their almost human intelligence at the Panama Pacific International Exposition are now owned by George L. Kaeding of Battle Mountain. He bought them at the expo’s close after their showcase contract. The dogs, from a Scotch Highlands strain, demonstrated expert sheep herding during the event and are noted for efficiency with cattle and horses.
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George L. Kaeding
Battle Mountain
United States
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