Island trouble signals rapid regiments dispatched
Dispatch from Honolulu reports two regiments rushed to an island amid fears of trouble with Japanese forces over Lanai private property. Government concerns cited, details scarce as officials refuse comment. The despatch notes attorney Gear blocked sale to a syndicate believed linked to Japan.
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Thomas
Island
San Francisco
Examiner
Little Brown
Lanai
Gear
Carter
Pratt
Japan
Admiral Berry Clears Norfolk Police in Sailor Cruelty Claims
In Norfolk Virginia on December 15 the board of control found no evidence of cruelty by Patrolmen Webb and Holloman toward sailors. Sailors Rudolph Leuscher Charles Bilby and J D Kellam faced charges. Kellam was acquitted for overstaying liberty while Leuscher and Bilby served civil court sentences for disorderly conduct.
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Norfolk Oaters
Norfolk
Dee
Board of Control Today
Webb and
Holloman
Rudolph Leuscher
Charles P. Bilby
J. D. Kellam
Kellam
Leuscher and Bilby
Admiral Berry
Curtis Not Guilty in Dayton Murder Trial
David Curtis was acquitted in Dayton on December 15 after prosecutors failed to prove his linkage to the Dana Gilman murder. Curtis claimed responsibility for the killing, but relatives testified to his mental instability and lack of clear motive.
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Curtis
Dayton
Ohio
David Curtis
Dana Gilman
Isl
Denatured alcohol rules explained by Internal Revenue
Washington December 14 The Internal Revenue Department warns letters of inquiry reveal farmers and others misjudge denatured alcohol. It will be impossible for individuals or farmer groups to operate large scale production without bonded warehouses and proper storage. The government will strictly monitor charging of natural spirits to denatured spirits under the new law.
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Ternal Revenue Department
Washington, D. C
Internal Revenue’ Department
Revene Comsulssioner
Reetiers
Bingham Against Courts Seeks Health Remedies for Soldiers
A fragmentary notice references Willis T. Morgan describing his Cuba and Philippines service and using Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs and lung diseases. Advertisements claim the remedy, priced 59 cents to 1.00, can protect health. trial bottles offered. Separate brief notes mention a defeated amendment on salaries for senators and representatives and a beauty tea product promoting skin health.
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Cuba
Willis T. Morgan
Route 1
Con.cord
N.H
Dr. King
New Hampshire
C. M. Shuford and
W. S. Martin's Co
Case of Rigsby Continues Amid Durham Court Action
Durham case extends the W T Rigsby contempt trial to January 11 to avoid interfering with state court proceedings. Judge Purnell warns that lawyers who advised the strategy may face equal contempt.
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Raleigh
N. C
W. T. Rigsby
Durham
Purnell
Tate
Rigsby
Lnter
Parnell
Durham Catering Company
F. A. Ogium
White undecided on RF&P Railroad presidency offer
Richmond December 15 William H White the Norfolk lawyer remains unsure about accepting the presidency offered by the Richmond Fredericksburg and Potomac Railroad. Railway circles believe he will eventually accept. A stockholder committee notified White this morning and received a letter thanking them while stating the matter is under advisement and he needs a few days to decide.
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Richmond
William H. White
Norfolk
Richmond, Fredericksburg and Potomac Railroad
White
Beare the The Kind Yes Have Always Boo Castoria
New York December 15 an Austrian steamship Ciara ashore at Mantolking was hauled off Hollister's rocky coast. An ad claims Castoria brings new blood and vigor, priced at 15 cents, with E B Menates promotion.
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Custorias
Castoria
New York
Ciara
Mantolking
Hollister
State Treasurer Urges Sheriff to Settle Taxes by Jan 15
State Treasurer Lacy mails letters to sheriffs urging tax collections to raise about 600000 by January 15. He cites November treasury balance of 338000, with large obligations including running expenses, $100000 for January school funds, and warrants payable this month. Only two counties, Powell of Vance and Ellington of Johnston, have settled in full. plus.
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Lacy
Hatelshy
Ph Lacy
New York
James
Janary
E. A. Powell
Vance
3. Ellington
Johnston County
Parental hints and political notes amid December reports
London reports show interest in Jamies Bryce appointment to the Washington ambassadorship after Irish MPs briefly seek congratulations. In New York, Thomas W. Ryley's "The Belle of Mayfair" receives praise as it runs at Daly's with Christie MacDonald and Irene in principal roles. Washington considers Representative Townsend's bill for a wide inspection of interstate mail and transport labor disputes. A Paris naval display names Thierry to command, with armored cruisers Kleber Jules Ferry and Victor Hugo featured.
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Bryce
London
Jamies Bryce
Washington
Nerely
Standard Oil
Thomas W. Ryley
Mayfair
Charles H. . Brookfield
Cosmo Hamilton
Leslie Stewart
New York
Daly's
Christie MacDonald
Miss Irene
Bentley
Paris
France
Thierry
Kleber
Jules Ferry
Victor Hugo
Wreck at Lowell Trains Collide Head-On No Injuries
A slight head-on collision between trains No 39 and 36 occurred on the main line in Lowell North Carolina. Both engines pilots were knocked off but no injuries were reported. two cars were damaged and left on the siding after the trains proceeded shortly after.
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Lowell
N. C
Fire at Wadesboro Raises Incendiary Origin Suspicions
A blaze in Wadesboro North Carolina destroyed two lamps owned by J A Winfree along with two mules grain prosper implements and other property. The fire is believed incendiary in origin. In Osaka the Fukushima mill plans to add 20000 spindles to boost yarn output for export to China.
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Wadesboro
N. C
J. A. Winfree
Osaka
Electric Light and Lamp Care Notice
A local notice from the city electric company requests lamp upkeep and clean lamps. It instructs rubbing lamps with a soft rag, returning old lamps when replacements are needed, and reporting trouble to the office for timely repairs. It also mentions wiring of stores and residences and notes many family members celebrating 52 years.
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Alartin
United States and Jo Discuss Philippine Policy Delay
The text suggests mutual talk about Philippine strategy and U S obligation to project power in the Pacific, potentially prompting expeditions and campaigns against natural obstacles, reflecting a cautious view of prolonging naval and land operations in the region.
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United States
United Stats
Pacific
Petition drives for slave state seeks U S protection
Washington December 14 Nearly exey states has sent Congress petitions asking for the establishment in Attia of an independent government for slaves and their offspring under the protection of the United States. No action is expected at this time.
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U. S
Washington
Congress
Attia
United States
General Nozi Injured After Fall From Base
Tokio dispatch reports Gen Nozi, noted for capturing Pt Arthur, was thrown from his base while returning home from the post. He fell and struck his head, but later regained consciousness. His condition remains uncertain and authorities issued a cautious bulletin.
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Tokio
Gen. Noz
Arthur
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