Lusitania Rescues Eight Man Crew From Mayflower
The Lusitania reports rescuing the crew of eight from the Nova Scotia schooner Mayflower after abandoning ship in coordinates 49.12 N 60.30 W. The Mayflower had sailed from Perth Amboy on December 30 for St John and touched Boothbay on January 19, but officials note the location claimed by the Lusitania appears inconsistent and no other Mayflower schooner is on record.
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New York
Cunard
Liverpool
Nova Scotia
Perth Amboy
N. J
St. John
N. Fi
Booth Bay
Recorde
Ragged Refugees Begin Long Hike From Fort Presidio
About 3,400 Mexican federal soldiers and 1,000 women refugees march along a mountain road toward Marfa under U S cavalry escort after the capture of Ojinaga. General Morado and General Cuatro travel by auto as the column moves in a tableau of hardship and endurance.
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Yeoridic
Tex
United Suntes
Ofinaga
Fort Presidio
Marfa
Fort Milas
Mexico
Francisco Cuatro
Tertin
Jan
Lokal Angolmer
Clermany
France
England
United States
McNamee
Border Patrol
Tount Passes
Pairicade
Marty
Villa plans massive march to seize Mexico City
Gen Francisco Villa announces a rebel army of about 14 000 will march from Chihuahua toward Mexico City aiming to join forces with Gen Venustiano Carranza 10 000 to 25 000 troops expected to unite the revolutionary forces in the central and southern plates. He claims the Huerta government will be unable to withstand the blow.
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Carranga
Carranza
Moahe
Villa Brouht
Ojlnaga
Villa'a
Fallawashy
Chihuahua
Santa Rorellia
Jimenes
Parral
Urbina
Bacalon
Mixico Chiy
Dixie Business Men Celebrate Prosperity
Memphi a business men s club banquet celebrated prosperity in the south with more than 400 guests from across the United States in attendance. The event highlighted growth in industry and commerce and praised regional economic achievements.
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DIXIE
United States
Unclear OCR fragment on theft case with partial names
Fragmentary report notes more than 14 000 of 15 000 stolen by a clerk named Wiant at a local company. A girl reveals a secret, and a brother is mentioned. The text is garbled with nonsensical phrases and unreadable place names.
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Connellaville
Padan
Tale Wiant
United Kio Espeeds Company
Bank Call Issued by Currency Censor at Month Start
The controller of the currency issued a call for a statement of the condition of national banks following the January 13 echo of lua hens.
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Withington
Cleveland Bankers to Testify on Regional Reserve Banks
Bankers from Cleveland are expected to appear next week before the federal bank committee to discuss oversight of regional reserve banks. The hearing will cover governance and operational concerns raised by Congress.
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Washington
Dan
Federal Bank
Cleveland
Dania Gun Team Set For Afternoon Arrival
Wireless dispatch reports the Mavann Jam Me-The Dania Anneetguns will arrive there at 8 o'clock this afternoon according to a gunner’s update. The note references a naval unit and a planned assembly.
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Mavann
Jam
Goethals to Govern Panama Canal Zone Under Plan
Secretary Garrison submits a plan to President Wilson for a permanent Panama canal government. Col George W Goethals would be named first governor with plenary powers and the Isthmian Canal Commission would be abolished to form a new administration. The move follows the anticipated opening ceremonies in January 1915.
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Washington
Harrison
Wilson
Panama Canal Zone
George W. Goothama
Eielen
Garrison
Goethola
Isthmian Canal Commission
Corseted Burglar Baffles Police In Narrow Fashion
New York police arrest a tall man calling himself Edward Mann at 104 Bau Street on One Hundred and Twenty-seventh Street after a burglary at United Cigar Stores on Third Avenue and One Hundred Twenty-fifth Street. Detectives note his sylphlike appearance under corsets and claim he hid 60,000 prize coupons and one box of liquor pipes worth $1,000 in the store loot.
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New York
Edward Mann
Bau
Mann
Hisalaya
Clear
Submarine Resting, Crew Safe After Plymouth Rescue
Plymouth reports the British submarine AT foundered during maneuvers but the 16 crew members were alive, communications established with Onyx, and salvage efforts continued near Cawsand bay as Admiralty officials assess the depth and condition of the vessel and crew members.
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Plymouth
England
Onyx
Plymouth Sound
Devonport
Hubbles
Cawsand Bay
Admiralty
Conalsta
Livut
Albert M. Wilman
Death of Carroll resident on Jefferson to Carroll trip
Tu Carroll Jan 1 Thompson a Carroll resident for over 35 years died early today while traveling from Jefferson to Carroll. After a smoke near Scranton the car reached Carroll and he died of apoplexy aged 67. He had been local manager for Joyce Lumber Company. Funeral services will be held Sunday under the Masonic order.
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Carroll, Tu
Dines Thompson
Carrol
Jefferson
Carroll
Scranton
Thompson
Joyce Lumber Wompany
Masonic Order
Head of Risk Firm Dies in Philadelphia
The Philadelphia risk firm head Vi G Monee, dean of the firm’s leadership and longtime executive at Pulledphia company, died at home today after a paralyzing stroke suffered four years ago. He was 60.
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Philadelphia
Jan
G. Monee
Pldedny Mutual Lite Naurotics Company
Pulledphia
Ite Firmine Phrentdonte of
America
Alaska Railway Bill Heading to Vote Next Week
Washington reports that Alaska railway legislation moves to a vote next week. Chamberlain leads the measure, proposing a government owned and operated railroad. Separate consideration reserved for a government steamship line from Alaska to Pacific coast ports.
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Alaska
Washington
Chamberlain
Pinai
Double Tragedy at Chicago Training Station
Two students Kar Bortwick and BK. A. Bienchanon were found shot to death at the Lake Alot training station near Chicago. Authorities pass no judgment on whether it was a pact or a quarrel, noting recent inheritance and travel plans as potential factors. The station advertised disciplined, civilian-life‑adapted training amid scenic surroundings.
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Naval Training School
Phhenge
Dan
Mitwil
Kar Bortwick
BK. A
Maatwiek
Lake Alot
Volcano Warning Criticized Chief Commits Suicide
Reports from Kagoshima announce the death of the chief of the meteorological observatory who, under heavy criticism for not warning citizens about Bakura-Jim eruption danger, killed himself claiming the disturbance center lay elsewhere.
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Tablo
Dan
Chart Keri
Kagoshima
Bakura-Jim
Ft la Anid
Sakura Jima Eruption Still Smoking In Japan
Kagoshima in the days after the Sakura Jima eruption sees a smoky crater and widespread ruin. Professor Omori arrived to assess danger and said there is no further threat while residents search for relatives among collapsed homes and ash filled streets.
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Kagoshima
Sakura-jima
Fusakichi Omori
Tole Imperial University
Omori
Orror
Kuru
Red Cross appeals for Japan earthquake aid
President Wilson urged Americans to donate to relief for Japan after crops failures in the northeast and a volcanic eruption in Kyushu causing widespread misery. Contributions can be given to local Red Cross treasurers or sent to the American Red Cross Washington headquarters.
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Washington, Jin
Wilson
I Iland
Kiyushu
Red Cross
Preepatina Red Cross
Washington
Greater Part of Land Not Tilled
Preliminary estimates by the department of agriculture show that of 1 140 000 000 acres of usable land in the United States only 20 percent is under cultivation. The report notes 935 000 correspondents nationwide and cites a 1909 census.
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Washington
Dom
Department of Agriculture
United States
Crepe
Health Day Observed Across New Hampshire
Meetings on public tent problems were held in several towns as part of Health Day observances endorsed by Gov. Melhor. Concord and other communities participated in discussions aimed at improving local health conditions.
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Concord
New
Blianmapehire
Cioverno Melhor
New Intestinal Operation Claimed Cure for Tuberculosis
Report from London describes a novel operation for tuberculosis involving removal of most of the intestine and reattachment of remaining portions. The method supposedly cures the disease in weeks, with a failed case noted in a terminally ill child but claims several successful outcomes in other patients.
Engagement Publication Amendment Promoted by Juvenile Group
Chicago January 16. A proposed amendment to marriage laws would require publishing engagements two weeks before license. Mrs. Gertrude Howe Lirkton, president of the juvenile protective association, was chosen to visit the circuit judges and urge adoption of the measure.
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Chicago
Jas
Chienggaanie
Gertrude Howe Lirhiton
Juvenile Proctive Association
Wireuit Court
Arge
Hem
Coburn of Kansas Quits Active Life
Topeka Kansas veteran agricultural official Coburn ends 20 years as secretary of Abe Kissa bud of agriconore and national authority on agricultural affairs. He felt the time had come for younger leadership and declined a United States Senate offer from Governor Block.
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Topeka
Kandam
Coburn
Abe Kissa
Agriconore
Rominna Thom Tency
Ted
Younger U
United States
Block
Benwwor J
Ralyh Mura
Wool Growers Face Hard Times Says President
East Lake City January 16 Delegates of the National Wool-growers Association mark the 50th year of the body with a convention address by president Frank Nagenbarth who warns the industry faces free competition from Britain and the world. He cites global rivals and urges organizers to adapt as cattlemen would in a stampede. Opposition arises to proposed leasing of public funds for bills before Congress.
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East Lake City
National Wool-growers Association
South Africa
Asia
South America
New Zealand
Ausatralia
Syndicalists of Africa Cowed by Military Might
Joshannenburg Jan 16 Secretary Bain of the South African Federation of Trades and 300 comrades barricaded in a trade hall surrendered to police after a seven-pound field gun was trained on their fortress. Martial law warned tenants to yield to avoid destruction.
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Joshannenburg
Bain
South African Federation of Trades
Hain
Hraamfontein
South Africa
Mary Buth
Federation of Trades
Louis Botha
Union of South Africa
Transvaal
Rand
Orange Free State
Cape Colony
Natal
United States
Mrs Weir Mitchell Dies in Philadelphia at 77
Mrs. S Weir Mitchell died in Philadelphia of pneumonia following the funeral of her husband last week. She was 77 and born Mary Cadwalader, a member of a famed Philadelphia family. She had been prominent in social affairs for over fifty years.
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Philadelphia
Dan
B. Weir Mitchell
Quake Shocks Stun Leghorn Residents in Italy
A strong earthquake struck Leghorn Italy at 4 25 PM causing panic as residents rushed into streets and gathered in open areas. Reports say tremors continued with aftershocks noted and officials urged calm as residents assessed damage.
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Leghorn
Italy
Sis
Former Commander of Grand Army Dies
Philadelphia reports the death at home of General Jouls Wagart aged 76 former commander in chief of the Grand Army of the Republic He was a prominent figure in city affairs born in Germany and immigrated with his family at age two Wagart served in the Civil War with a Pennsylvania regiment and rose to brigadier general in command before his death.
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Philadelphia
Jouls Wagart
Gand Army of the Republic
Ln Iid
Wawner
Germany
Pennsylvania Regiment
Leetet Brigacier Canvial
Daughter of Rich Recluse Reveals Secret Family
A woman claiming to be Dudley Jardine's daughter recounts Jardine's double life. He died as "William Smith" in a cheap lodging house, yet was the son of a wealthy builder and owner of bonds valued at $200,000. Mme Anna MetCarthy says Jardine married her mother after the Civil War.
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New York
Dudley Jaardine
Jardine
Bovers
William Smith
Locka
Hiewill
Anna MetCarthy
Ample Time for Corporations to Comply With Law
Washington officials say new anti trust reforms, including banning interlocking directorates, allow one to two years for big business to conform. A proposed interstate trade commission would aid business with information and mediation without pricing power, while penalties target individual responsibility. A joint congressional session next week will hear President Wilson's message outlining definitions of monopolies, elimination of immunity, and enforcement plans.
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Washington
Wilson
Congressional Committee
Trade Commission
Commission
Bureau of Information
White House
Congress
Trust Companion
Interstate Trade Commission
Bureau of Corporations
Department of Justice
Turkey Hopes to Control Albania
Turke y sees Albania as a flashpoint with European powers racing to prevent a Balkan war. Germany and Austria-Hungary discuss joint intervention while Italy and others hedge. Ottoman Muslim factions reportedly aimed to install Saget Pasha as Albanian monarch, thwarted by Jan 6 arrests at Viono.
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Horn
Switzerland
Albania
Balkans
Austria
Italy
Hoth Natons
Mussulmans
Constantinople
Saget Pasha
Aviono
Aliania
Byulkana
Greece
Turkey
Federals Open Campaign Near Matamoras
In Nuevo Laredo General Puin arrives with 1,000 federal troops from Monterey, along with 500000 pesos to pay troops and 9000000 rounds of ammunition. The move signals a federal campaign against Matamoras as reported from Laredo in January.
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Laredo
Tet
Jan
Nuevo Laredo
Puim
Monterey
Keating Pushes for Inquiry on Colorado Airstrike
Representative Keating of Colorado urged President Wilson to back a congressional inquiry into a Colorado airstrike, but Wilson did not commit to any specific course of action.
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Washington
Keating
Colorado
Wilson
House committee Takes Up Signal Bill
Washington January 16 Representative Kychs bill would empower the Interstate Commerce Commission to compel installation of automatic black signals and to regulate train speed and headway. The measure was taken up today by the House Committee on Commerce.
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Washington
Jan
Kych
Interstate Commerce Commission
House Committee of ComErCe
Illiterates claim big education boost for national wealth
Washington January 15 Philander RK Clision federal commissioner of education told the Sheeve education committee that educating six million adult illiterates could add five hundred million dollars to the nation’s potential wealth, urging federal support.
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Washington
Philander RK
Clision
Federal
Eoamiamoner of Education
Shevee
United States
Strike Leaders Indicted in Copper Miners Conspiracy Case
In Houghton Michigan on June 18 the grand jury indicted Western Federation of Miners leaders including WFM president Moyer for conspiracy to prevent non union workers from pursuing mining jobs. The indictment covers by force and intimidation alleged acts against copper mining employers and workers with multiple officials named and a total of 49 individuals involved.
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Houghton, Mich
Kerles WH. Moyer
Western Federation of Miners
Houghton
Mich
P. H. O'Brien
Elreuit
Gana Jury
Lawiesenosa
Khopl
John F. Antilla
Calumet Union
H. Stuart Goodell
Anwilla
Charles H. Mover
C. Ki. Mahoney
Guy BK. Miller
Vance Terale
Moyer
Seeberville
Ames McNaughton
Cahimet & Hecla
Charles L. Lawler
Quince
South Range
O'Brien
L’anse
Buraga
Oceanic Reaches Port After Perilous Sea Passage
The Oceanic of White Star Line arrived from Southampton 26 hours late with 262 passengers. A giant sea tore away the bridge and flooded decks, crippling steering gear for two hours. The ship endured hail and snow during the voyage.
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New York
Southampton
National City Bank Hedges Speculation
National City Bank implements a new rule requiring sufficient collateral for any one day stock market lending. The measure ends the old over-certification system and, while the bank is first on Wall Street to adopt it, other institutions are expected to follow.
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New York
National City Bank
City Bank i
Wall Street
Tiffany Store Floods After Burst Sprinkler on Fifth Avenue
Fire department responds to a burst sprinkler at Tiffany's Fifth Avenue flagship flooding the store. Water poured into the showroom as tarpaulins were laid and workers bailed out water. official damage estimate not released.
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New York
Tiffany's
Fifth Avenue
Ship Majestic Returns After Voyage With Damage
The steamer Majestic arrived back in port this morning after leaving New York last evening carrying Francis Bowes Bassie and his wife Jemile Woodrow Wilson among passengers. The vessel had several broken stateroom portholes and was taking in water, but minor delays were expected.
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Cherbourn Frame
Jan i
New York
Francis Bowes Basie
Mise
Woodrow Wilson
Alaskan coal tests fail to meet navy fuel needs
Rear Admiral Griffin reports preliminary tests of Bering river coal are disappointing and may not meet navy fuel requirements. Matanuska fields show potential. testing funded by Congress at 76 000 dollars continues. Debates over an Alaskan railroad influence the coal issue and northern fuel access for tidewater.
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Washington
Bering River District
Navy
Griffin
Home Naval Affaira Comemaittee
Bering River
Matanuska Fielda
Hering
Hering River
West Virginia
Maryland
Congress
Mata= nuske
Naval Committee
Tidewater
Murdock
Kanans
Dam Breach Sparks Flood Threat Across Potomac Valley
A 15 foot high wall of water from the West Virginian Pulp & Paper dam at Dobbin, Dobbin W Va, breaks and sends flood toward Piedmont Westernport and Lake Md as residents flee to hills. Debris clogging rails, no lives reported yet, water rises to feet, with widespread property hazard and evacuations under way.
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Peldmont
W. Va
Potomac River
Weat Virginian Pulp & Paper Company
Dobbin
Melaage
Conberland
Goodby
Breaat
Western Maryland Railroad
Schell
Piedmont
Lake
Cumberland
Stony River
West Virginia Pulp Paper Company
West Virginia Public Service
St. Ar
Elkins
West Virginia Pulp & Paper Company
Harrison
Washington
The
Star
West Virgin Pulp & Paper Company
Sifting Committee of Miners At Work In Indianapolis
In Indianapolis Indiana this January two United Mine Workers committees began sifting resolutions for the biennial convention. More than 100 resolutions have been submitted by locals and the committee will sift them for the meeting starting near Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapeolis
Ind
Jan
Ole
Constiiathem
United Mine Workers of America
Investigation of Williams for Federal Reserve board held
In New York on January 15 the Senate banking committee continued its probe into John Skelton Williams nomination to the Federal Reserve Board. Administration supporters were confident a favorable report would reach the Senate.
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New York
Wilson
John Skelton Williams
Federal Reserve Board
Wee
Senate
Pugilists in Wisconsin Bout Ends in Severe Low Blow
Maclin Wis June reports Jack Hage a noted pugilist from Duvegpor was knocked down and rendered unconscious after a severe low blow in a fight with Mercer Peta bien, with recovery hoped.
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Maclin Wis
Jack Hage
Duvegpor
Anomas Lous
Mercer Pe Tae Bien
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