War Demand for Motor Trucks and Horse Use In War
A Philadelphia Press summary notes wartime needs for motor trucks and the shift from horse power. It cites export figures and government purchases, including 324 trucks bought for a punitive expedition, and analyzes logistical shortfalls for an army of 10,000, noting the inadequacy of current truck numbers and the ongoing strain on transportation and supply lines.
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Tonio
el Paso
Colan Mexico
S Lawton
Shark Victim Lester Stillwell Recovered in Matewan Incident
The 12-year-old Lester Stillwell, killed by a shark at Matewan Greek on Wednesday, was recovered. The body bore bite marks from the shark with the left abdomen torn and a large flesh portion missing. the face and limbs remained unmarked.
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Lester Stillwell
Matewan Greek
Old Deeds Registered for Transcription
Two ancient deeds were left at the Register and Recorder’s office for transcription. One records Gawin Sutton to Nicholas Attimus for 174 acres in Pine valued at 100 dollars, dated September 12, 1811, with later paper dated January 29, 1855. The other notes John Mardis’ administrator to Nicholas Attimus for 188 acres and 57 perches in Pine valued at 1,800 dollars.
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Register and Recorder's Office
Gawin Sutton
Sherie
Nicholas Altimus
John Mardis
Nicholas Attimus
Catter
Gun fight at Carborandum plant leaves dead and wounded
At the Carborantum Company plant in Niagara Falls a night gun battle between guards and striking workers left one man dead another dying and scores wounded. A mob of over 1,000 gathered in front of the plant, signaling further trouble.
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Niagara Falls
Carborantum Company
Troops Guard Trains in Spain Under Martial Law
Madrid July 14 martial law declared across Spain after a railway strike. troops were posted to guard trains amid threats from strike leaders. reports say troops repelled mobs by firing over their heads as King Alfonso sought a conference between representatives of the laborers and authorities.
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Madrid
LN. S
Spain
Gyo Aliteks Opon
Alfonso
Cil
Hughes to Be Notified July 31 in Carnegie Hall
New York July 21 1920 Charles Evans Hughes will be told he is the Republican candidate for President at 8 p m in Carnegie Hall New York City Selection announced by Senator Warren G Harding chairman of the notification committee after a conference with Hughes and Chairman Willcox A reception will follow at the Hotel Astor for the invited guests.Health officials report new cases and infantile paralysis in the area
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New York
Charles Evans Uinehes
Navy Ub
al & P.m
Carnegie Hall
New York City
Warren G. Harding
Hughes
Willcox
Hotel Astor
Trevino Will Not Rebel in State Department Note
Washington July 14 official State Department notification states reports have been received from consuls regarding Trevino. No rebel action is indicated and authorities say the matter is under routine review with no immediate danger to public safety.
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Trevino
Washington
State Department
Border Reports Denied Center Revolt Against Carranza
The report states Cen. Trevino did not plan a revolt against Carranza nor align with Villa along the border, countering circulating rumors and maintaining loyalty to the constitutionalist leadership.
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Cen. Trevino
Carranza
Villa
Points On People Highlight Local Social Visits
Mrs John P St Clair of Homer City was an Indiana visitor Thursday. Dr and Mrs Paul Reed of Honor Gily traveled to New Castle for the Reed reunion. Audley Mabon and son Archie returned home after a month in Boston. Royden Taylor of Chicago visited his father John B Taylor in Wayne avenue. George Piscus left for Coney Island for a two month stay with his brother. Betty and Nancy Brallier daughters of Dr and Mrs John Brallier visit grandmother Mrs A T Moorhead. Jane Smith daughter of Mr and Mrs Stacy H Smith went to Steelton for a visit with cousins Watson Creighton. Dr Arlie W Diven of Martins Ferry mentored to Tadimne yesterday and plans time with wife visiting her parents Mr and Mrs W P Wilson on Church Street.
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George Piscus
Church Street
Coney Island
N. Y
Jane Smith
Mar
Stacy H. Smith
North Sixth Street
Steelton
Watson Creighton
Arlie W. Diven
Martins Ferry
Tadiamne
W.P. Wilson
Mrs Caldwell and daughter plan early trip to Washington
Mrs Ella Caldwell and her daughter Miss Amy Caldwell of Church Street depart on the 8575 train for a short visit to Washington D C. They will later visit sister Mrs Eya Word in Detroit Kansas and Philadelphia before returning home.
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Ella Caldwell
Amy Caldwell
Church Street
Norning
Washington, D. C
Eya Word
Detroit
Wich
Philadelphia
Belgiums Splendid Army Upheld by King Albert
Paris July 24 The Belgian army is praised for its reformed, well equipped force. From a weary retreat to a disciplined, resilient fighting force, it credits King Albert and the Allies for reorganizing since October. The narrative notes hardships in shipping, logistics, and supply as troops were rebuilt in Normandy before rejoining the front.
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Paris
Larvik
Yser
Albert Aint
Olliaas
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