Genians Attack Prussian Front as War News Flows
The report details German, Austrian and Italian fronts with repulsed attacks near Ypres and French posts, British progress in Palestine led by Allenby, and naval losses including three British destroyers off the Dutch coast. It also notes a provisional agreement among Russia and the Central Powers on wartime issues and economic relations, plus Marconi’s appointment in Rome.
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Week of Feb 4 Set Aside for Unnaturalized Germans
The Department of Justice fixed the week of February 4 for registration of roughly 5,600 unnaturalized Germans in the continental United States. Police and postmasters collect detailed information, photographs, and fingerprints. holders receive a certificate and must obtain approval to change residence. Austrian-Hungarian subjects and German women under 14 are exempt. Violations incur penalties during the war. President Wilson separately ordered review of death sentences for soldiers before execution.
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Washington
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United States
Wilson
Austria-Hungary
Pershing
Solons to Speed Up War Legislation in Congress
Washington lawmakers rush back from Christmas to tackle wartime measures. They plan swift action on proposed federal control of railroads and related government operations urged by President Wilson. Committees study railroad problems and investigate war activities as Senate contest grows over committee chairmanship after Senator Newlands' death.
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Congression
Washington
CONgress
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interstate commerce committee
Interstate Comtneres
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Ohio
Sifth
South Carolina
Newlands
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Prince Kalanianalo Swapped as Hawaii Delegate at Capitol
Prince Kalanianalo serves as a congressional delegate from Hawaii, but a transfer or swap occurred at the Capitol. The event centers on parliamentary movements affecting Hawaii’s delegation and leadership arrangements.
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Hawaii
First Photo of American Prisoners in German Hands
A German newspaper published photo shows six American prisoners on the French front being questioned by German officers. The British official image circulated to the United States. The heads of three men are visible but their names are not known, and relatives may recognize them.
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United States
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Coal Shortage Slows War Work in New England Plants
Washington reports war contracts worth hundreds of millions of dollars cannot finish on time due to coal shortages. James J. Storrow requested immediate relief and left decisions to government executives as factories run on fuel for only two weeks. Garfield, fuel administrator, was asked to act quickly. An enemy alien, August Knebauer, 36, a seminary student at Baldwin Wallace College, was interned by U S secret service as part of a broader probe into pro farmerism and church college affiliations.
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Dec
James J. Storrow
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New England
Baker
Enland
Stovrow
Garfield
Cleveland
August Knebsauer
Baldwin-Wallace college
Berea
United States secret service
Women telephonists abroad with American forces in France
Report notes women telephonists serving with US army in France receive same privileges as army nurses. Also details an explosion at The Barchus plant in Lake City injuring two and threatening a third, plus arson arrest of Joseph Tansan in Bristol, and US aid credits extending to allied nations with new funds authorized by McAdoo.
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France
McAdoo
Croat
Britain
United States
Belgium
Serbia
Sil
Draft Fears Linked Movements in Me Lain Tragedy
A farmer near Me Lan called Leran is suspected of killing his wife and child after a dispute over the draft. He then set fire to the house and killed himself with a gun. Local authorities investigate the connection between draft fears and the double tragedy in Muskogee area.
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Muskogee
Okla
Der
Charles I. Leran
MeLain
aby
Government Heads Plan Freer Movement of Coal
Washington discussions focus on sending coal to districts hit by the cold wave and addressing railway wage questions. Director General Meatoo and heads of government agencies discussed shipping routes and arbitration to resolve disputes while preparing for potential government action on railroad equipment purchases and financing.
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Washington
Meatoo
New Onealand
McAdge
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Oscar A. Price
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Hherry
interior department
interstate commerce commission
Wreck Near Vernon Claims Train Crew and Soldiers
A head on collision east of Vernon Indians involved a westbound Baltimore and Ohio train and an eastbound passenger train. Most victims were crew members. several soldiers were aboard the westbound train. Both engines plunged down a steep embankment and were wrecked. Officials say failure of the block system caused the wreck.
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Vernon
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Baltimore
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Police crackdown targets all forms of gambling in Cleveland
New city order from the police chief moves to curb every gambling form in Cleveland. Officials state enforcement will cover street games and informal wagers as part of a broader public safety effort.
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Dee
police
cambline
reker
Fleming's Plan Guards Mills and Elevators at Night
Columbus Ohio officials announce steps to guard mills and elevators at night. State Fire Marshal Mening assigns watch responsibilities to a designated person in one city. Croxton informs leaders of the plan on Washington fields. Police or fire department may designate watchdogs to visit plants and ensure on duty guards.
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Columbus
Mee
Ohio
Mening
adele cialchnieca
Leinistmatin Croxton
Washington
Cox Sees Wilberforce to Model Industrial Training
Governor James M. Cox after visiting Tuskegee Institute proposes state support to develop Wilberforce University at Xenia along Tuskegee lines. He praises Tuskegee’s industrial training and notes Wilberforce should increase its emphasis on practical trades to uplift the African American population.
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Wilberforce
Cincinnati
Tuskege Institute
James M. Cox
Wilberforce’ university at
Xenia
Alabama
Sin nuati
Camp Sheridan
Guv.ermor Cox
Ghia
Tuskegee
Devastating Guatemala City Earthquake Kills and Displaces Tens of Thousands
Reports from San Salvador detail a series of Christmas to Saturday night earthquakes that destroyed Guatemala City. An estimated 100000 people are homeless as hospitals, legations, and key structures collapsed. American Red Cross moves to provide $10000 initial relief and supplies for temporary shelters.
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San Salvador
Guatemala
republic of Guatemala
Colon theater
United States
Guatemala City
Alvarby
Cuatetala
AMCMCan
Red Cross
Washington
American Red Cross
Alfred Clarke
RediCrose
Whisky Bootlegging Probe Hits Chillicothe Camp
Tomlinson, a former Chi ienthe Callisaths jar tender, is arrested after a fight with MP men amid claims he sold whisky to soldiers at $2 a pint. Authorities allege a ring led by Tor lingen furnished booze to the camp, with taxi traffic to be centralized under T. J. Pay. A wide shakeup follows reports of officer detentions and a broad investigation involving 300 men from eight battalions.
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Chillicothe
Bee
Tomlinson
Chi ienthe Callisaths
Torlingen
T. J. Pay
Cleveland
Glenn
Jaceh
Move Against Slackers in Army Dishonorable Discharge Crackdown
Washington announces new policy from Secretary Baker targeting soldiers who seek dishonorable discharges by slacking or desertion. The army has been losing 100 to 150 men daily. offenders will face imprisonment and removal from service, with discharge canceled where possible.
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Washington
Baker
Colonel John Nance Leads Balloon Division
Colonel John Nance heads the Balloon Division of the American Aviation Service, directing operations and policy for airship and balloon activities within the service.
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JOHN NANCE
American Aviation Service
Nurses Needed Washington Army Enlistment Drive
Washington reports a planned enrollment to supply 87500 nurses for an army of 1,500,000 men with a focus on the medical corps. Details outline enrollment requirements and the push to meet wartime medical staffing needs.
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