Miscellaneous Notes From The International Page
A scattered summary of science fashion and culture items. The piece mentions Paris exhibitions a bottle story from Rochester Pennsylvania and Norway emigrants to the United States It covers London fashion brown derbies New York subway cars onyx beds in southern California and agricultural education trends. It also notes cane bottomed chairs and rural literacy in Denmark with various global references.
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United States
Schmidt declares disbelief at insanity verdict in murder case
In a tense courtroom, Schmidt shouted he is not insane while a murder case against him for killing Joe Aumuller proceeded. The defense plans to emphasize Schmidt's alleged irrationality since arrest and call on family testimony to support mental condition claims.
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Mane Schmitt
Joe Aumuller
Emma
Bason
Schmidt
Christmas murder shocks Bryant as husband kills family
August Justunen of Bryant, North Dakota, murdered his wife and three children and an infant in a farm home six miles north of Castlewood. He pleaded not to speak at first, later confessing details to the state's attorney. Neighbors found the scene. Justunen was arrested and jailed in Castlewood.
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Andi Oe
Infons
Justunen
Btate
McLaughlin Efa
Justinen
Castle Wood
Rollo
Strcki
Castlewood
American militant clashes with police in London protest
London reports say Miss Emerson the suffragist appeared in an enclosure with her arm in a sling after a scuffle with police. A policeman testified she struck with a net pole and helmet, and a magistrate remanded her on bond after she promised peaceful conduct.
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London
Zeke Emmerson
Oppose Segregation of Federal Clerks Protest
New York December 17 members of the Republican Club of this city appeal to President Wilson and to New Yorks senators and representatives urging opposition to the gradual segregation of colored employees in Washington departments.
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New York
Wilson
Washington
New Opera Makes An Instantaneous Hit In Milan
Milan audience witnessed the premiere of Parsina with libretto by Gabriel D Annuasio and music by Pietro Mascagni. Mascagni Rimeelf conducted and responded to calls sixteen times as his score drew warm approval despite its unconventional style. In Washington President Samuel Gompers of the American Federation of Labor testified before the House Judiciary Committee that the mood among workers is transitional and not a sign of real malaise.
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Italy
Gabriel D’ Annunasio
Pietro Mascagni
Mascagni
Rimeelf
Calla
Muscagni
Gompere
Washington
Dew
Hamuel Gompers
American Federation of Labor
House Judiciary Committee
Notable Denial From Elliott Amid Harbor Tension
In Boston and New Haven, Howard Bi of the New Haven Hartford line dismissed claims about a diggestat incident aboard a steamship. The reported remarks come as tensions flare in the harbor area near New Haven while officials investigate the allegation.
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Elliott
Boston
Lee
Overman Howard Biof
Ork
New Haven
Hartford
Joseph Bi
Ae Ore
Beccase Digsetat
Steamebip
Record real estate deal closes Covent Garden sale
London authorities announce the completion of a historic private real estate deal the sale of the Duke of Bedford freehold property about 19 acres near Covent Garden to Harry Mallaby-Deprey a unionist member of the House of Commons the sum paid was not disclosed the property spans from Drury Lane to the Strand and Lyceum theatres and includes Covent Garden market and surrounding clubs and a court
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London
Duke of Bedford
Covent Garden
Harry Mallaby-Deprey
House of Commons
Sukie”roperty
Stretc
Martin
Huge Increase Shown In The Cost Of Meat
Data from the U S Bureau of the Census shows a sharp rise in meat production costs and values from 1899 to 1909. Figures cover dressed beef veal mutton and related meat with total production value climbing from 788 9 million to 1 370 6 million, an increase of 73 8 percent.
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Harris
Bureau of the Census
Department of
United States
Eal
Reeves
House Leaders Plan Thrifty Ri ton Year Budget
Ashington December 17 Speaker Underwood and committee chairmen pledge to trim new appropriations toward theRi ton year total of 1 008 000 000. Naval bills face cuts while other measures wait. The House aims to speed up work and avoid piling up bills until late January.
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Ashington
Clare
Underwood
House
Clark
Congress
Kenyon Seeks Action After Houston Stand On Cholera
Senator Kenyon praised a Houston stand during a conference on cholera with Senators ee and Pomerene and Secretary Houston. Houston promised to study the issue and push department cooperation for a liberal approach. Kenyon noted hog cholera raises living costs and hurts cattle by reducing hog and cattle production.
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D. c
Pomerene
Hquston
Houston
Department
Wension
Cretary
Benator Kenyon
Egg boycott called off at Kansas City
Kansas City Missouri December 17 An egg boycott declared ten days earlier ended as supply earnings rose and prices fell Fresh today eggs sold at 80 to 34 cents amid milder weather and fewer buyers officials cited rising arrivals as the main reason for ending the protest
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Kansas City
Kansas
10 000 Deer and 17 Men Killed in Maine
A Maine hunting season ends with 17 men killed. Seventeen deaths result from accidental discharge of guns, four mistaken for deer, one by drowning, and other incidents as hunters were in range.
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Maine
Mob fear prompts transfer of three accused killers
Three Black defendants charged with the murder of Mrs. Jefferson Irby near Wrens Virginia were moved to Augusta Georgia to avert a possible mob uprising. Deputies ferried them from the Wees jail amid fears of violence as crowds gathered and pleas for due process were reportedly refused.
Cleveland waiters push for better food
Cleveland waiters strike for improved meals and service conditions pressing Brazier and Ohio authorities. Union action noted with date December 17 and aims to secure better food quality and standards for diners.
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Cleveland
Brazier
Ohio
Union
Statewide Strike Threatens Colorado Labor Peace
A statewide strike confronts Colorado as unions declare they will not impose hardship on residents unless absolutely necessary. The parties warn of potential action if demands are not met, signaling a tense standoff in the state.
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Art
Federation
United Mine Workers
Big Majority for Direct Primaries Shifts Senate House Support
A substantial majority backs presidential preference primaries and a second plan for national primaries with platform formation. In the Senate and House the votes show broad support among Democrats Republicans and Progressives, with only isolated absences and factions influencing the tally.
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Damauces
Eee O'Laughlin
Senate
House
Renate
Tal
FonlAuainen Mito
Boy 17 Seeks Divorce From 40 Year Old Wife
In Des Moines Iowa on December 17 Charles Bates age 17 sues for divorce from Mrs. Paul Patrick 40 alleging a secret Chicago marriage July 14. Bates says he was courting Mrs Patrick’s daughter and the mother urged marriage. He claims the union was a mistake and the suit was brought through his mother.
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Moines
Charles Bates
Oped
Pention
Paul Patrick
Chicago
Young Bates
Patrick
Bribery Accusations Hit Mississippi Officials
In Vicksburg Mississippi a state official and Lieutenant Governor Bilbo face trial on bribery charges. C A Hobbs and Bilbo stand accused of soliciting and accepting bribes with evidence including telephone devices to be introduced. Separate trials ordered for Hobbs and Bilbo.
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Vickabue
Miss. Dev
Bil
C. A. Hobbs
Cela
Wondom
Mississippi
Hobbs
Bilbo
President Wilson Meets Cabinet Heads in Washington
President Wilson met the cabinet today in Washington D C. He remains slightly indisposed after a White House attack but hopes to be able to go outdoors tomorrow. The report notes medical care by Dr Graycom to maintain an even temperature.
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Washington, D. C
Wilson
White House
Graycom
Election Fraud Cases To Be Brought To Trial
The court today moved to set a writ of habeas corpus for a Chicago election fraud case. The attorneys argued the grand jury indictment was flawed and that procedural errors tainted the proceeding.
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Ue Hs
Chicago
Minte’s A
Rebel Leaders Trust Villa to Follow Garraza Policy
Journal reports in Juarez that rebel leaders expect General Villa to align with President Carranza after the expulsion of Spaniards and confiscation of their property by General Benavides. Spanish merchants blame Villa for confiscations and expulsion while appealing to Madrid and the Spanish ambassador in Washington.
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Benavides
Villa
Chihuahua
Huerta
Chi- Raubus
Spain
Villanea
Madrid
Camba Sedor
Washington
Mexico
ReseIs Take Measures for Protection of Foreigners
Washington reports say the United States appealed through Consul Letcher and messages via Hermosillo to General Carranza to protect Spaniards who faced mistreatment when Chihuahua City was occupied by constitutionalists. Secretary Bryan noted the U S has urged protection for Spanish subjects and for other foreigners, cautioning that U S influence rests with authorities who control the relevant areas.
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Washington
General Villa
Letcher
Hermosillo
Carransa
United States
Chihuahua City
State Department
Carranza
Ady
Bryan
Villa auctions stolen goods keeping proceeds
El Paso reports a wave of refugees from Colasanes and elsewhere led by Villa era forces. Refugees claim stolen goods from stores owned by the painter were seized and the proceeds funneled into rebel funds. Investigations mention Luis Terrazas Jr and suspected use of checks as currency.
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Tex
Colasanes Meszico
Loany
Mexico
Villa
Tata
Luis Terrazas, Jr
Terrasas
Earth Will Exist 15,000,000 Years Says Doolittle
Philadelphia reports Professor Eric Doolittle, head of the University of Pennsylvania astronomical school, told Presbyterians the earth’s life may end in about 16 million years unless a supernatural event prevents it. He discussed astron omy and the sun’s heat sustaining life before the earth cools and darkness follows.
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Philadelphia
Presbyterian Miniature
Eric Doolittle
University of Ranean
Vania
Foremsor Doolittle
Aerial Mail Service Plan Is Voted Down
Washington De c 14 After a lively discussion the House voted down a bill approved by the Postmaster General Burleson to enter a contract for delivering mail by airplane or similar device when in the public interest. The service has been proposed for remote parts of the United States especially sparsely settled and in Alaska.
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Washington
D. C
Dee
House
Burleson
United Les
Alaska
Roosevelt Heads Into Jungle For Central South America Action
Roosevelt plans a bold expedition into the Amazon region near Porto Murinhos as his gunboat squadron intercepts Brazilian stations. The party will survey river routes and attempt an early, challenging ascent into uncharted territory guided by local commissions.
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Theodore
Porto Mur
Pim Youn
Brasilian Commission
Aelw
Roosevelt
Navy Drives Navy Gear Purchases Through Tariff Bids
Washington reports that the navy seeks 100000 yards of dark blue cloth for uniforms under a wood tariff reduction. Bids closed as foreign competition receded, with American packers winning routine contracts amid lower prices and domestic sourcing emphasis.
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Washington
Navy
Navy Bureau of Supplies
Guaranty System Ordered Dropped in Currency Bill Debate
Washington reports a Democratic Senate conference discussed eliminating the deposit requirement from the currency bill and redeeming treasury notes in gold while aiming for a final vote by Friday night. House leaders said the chamber would not delay the bill and bipartisan cooperation toward passage was emphasized.
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Washington
Banke
Banka
Owen
House
Underwood
Senate
Jouse
Conmeerenie
Reblican
Galoie Wee Ee
Decoeie
N Havine
Unearth Alleged Graft in Panama
Washington reports charges of graft against a Panama Canal commissary manager and contractors supplying canal workers. Investigation ongoing with no proven loss yet. potential $60,000 profit alleged for Burke from contracts via Colon Import and Export.
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Trreece
Panama Canal
War Department
Canal Commission
Burke Se Atillon
Charles R. Walker
Burke's
Commissary
Burke
Colon Import and Export Company
Europe
Quartermaster's Department
Army
New York Clique Debates Successor to Rhinelander Waldo
A fusion municipal group led by John Purroy Mitchel plans a meeting next week to discuss appointing a successor to Rhinelander Waldo as police commissioner. Neither Republican nor Progressive leaders will submit a candidate though both may endorse later. If a longer term and expanded powers pass, Mitchel is expected to push for them after his inauguration.
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New York
John Purroy Mitchel
Rhinelander Waldo
Mitchel
Aw Man
Willow Ho
Reprieve Granted in Wisconsin Murder Case
Springfield Wisconsin reports Governor Dunne issued a formal reprieve until January 16 1014 for Henry Mee Aegrie Anne De Amber on murder charges with Mildred Braen named in the case.
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Springfeld
Dunne
Henry
Mee
Aegrie Anne de ‘Amberon
Mildred Braen
Cooks and Walters Union Calls Strike in Cleveland Hotels
Cleveland officers of the Cooks and Waiters union announce a citywide strike plan affecting hotel restaurants. Chefs waiters and other union workers may join to support the walkout begun at the Margate, Statler, and Hotel Cleveland, entering a second day with bellhops acting as waiters.
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Tac
Cooks and Walters
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Cooke
Cleveland
Miedke Statler
Dhuliemean
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Ehpack Dirts
Bell Bye
Waliers
James Bryce to be elevated to peerage
A historic announcement states that James Bryce will receive a peerage. Details are unclear due to the garbled text but indicate a formal elevation overseen by London authorities and related officials.
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James Bryce
Quiet at Chihuahua as town steadies after disturbance
Scrambled OCR text reports a quiet scene in Chihuahua with references to a teacher and residents. Details are unclear but imply a calm after a disruption, with mentions of individuals such as Mrs Wes and Windred Bratow Conns. Further context is unreadable.
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Duurea
Wes
Windred Bratow
Olibyahue
Winter Wheat Crop Prospects Bright Across Regions
Crop condition reports show mixed results with declines in some areas and gains in others. Texas and Kansas display notable shifts while Indiana Illinois Nebraska and Ohio show modest increases, and the northern and western regions trend differently with overall outlook improving in several states.
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Texas
Kansas
Ohie's
Indiana
Illiois
Nebraska
Washington
Disappearance of Jessie McCann Grips New York
Police close to solving the case of Jessie McCann a wealthy New York social worker missing since December 4. Detectives focus on Wendell Squires Columbia freshman who admits betrothal to Jessie amid family pressure and a letter she refused to read. Family fears foul play as the father searches Coney Island docks for signs.
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Jessie eCann
New York
Chitage
McCann
Wendell Squires
Columbia University
Jessie
Kindergartes
Squires
Patbush
McCann Girl 18 Thought to Have Been in Chicago
Detectives widened the search for Jease Evelyn McCann a missing Brooklyn social worker. Two sightings matched a young woman resembling her photograph including Mrs Mary Fisher who offered a room and Dr G A Remington who was consulted about an alleged appendicitis operation. The inquiry focused on hospitals and further clues.
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Dee
Jease Evelyn McCann
Brooklyn
Brey Graphy
Mira Noten Wis
Mary Fisher
Ming McCann
G. A. Remington
Bhe
Fancy
Tobacco Workers Strike Halts Sorting Plant Operations
Five hundred tobacco sorting plant workers in a village went on strike today to press for pay cuts. The stoppage disrupted operations as management considered wage reductions of 60 to 86 cents per 100 pounds.
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Weathy
Thair
Planta
Editor 8 Acquitted in Mount Auburn Murder Trial
Fey D. Hlate, editor of the Mount Auburn math Tribune, was acquitted of the murder of Dr Bennett Windsor of Mount Lee. The case, heard in Taylorville Indiana, concluded with the verdict after May 16.
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Taylorville
Ind
Fey D. Hlate
Mount Auburn
Math Tribune
Bennett Windaor
Vale of Mount Lee
Hlate
Vane
Consider the Horse Campaign in Kuogus City
Local notice reports a 12 hour working day campaign organized by the Knapasity bau wowiety with the aim of rallied support and intervention by gm why ableroen, details scarce in the fragment.
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Kuogus City
ITA
Knapasity Bau Wowiety
Ableroen
Mitchel and Opponent Reunite After City Dinner
Mayor elect Mitchel of thin elty and defeated opponent Minerd and McCall shared a final debt of a dinner at My. Mitchel's honor by the ban coum Koighie of Columbus. They met to show no hard feelings after the election in New York.
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Mitchel
Thin Elty
Minerd & McCall
Quits His Post and Questioning Sue Dee
Fragmentary note reports someone quitting a post and a query about legal action involving Sue Dee. No clear names, dates, or places readable.
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Wille
Dee
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