January 11 Birthdays Mark Notable Leaders and Pioneers
January 11 marks birthdays of notable figures including Misa Alice Paul of the National Woman's Party born in Mooristown New Jersey 86 years ago, Leigh C Palmer born in St. Louis 48 years ago, Earl Curzon of Kedleston born in Kedleston England two years ago, James H Hustis president of the Boston and Maine Railroad born in New York City 67 years ago, and William Spry former governor of Utah born in Berkshire England 57 years ago.
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Misa Alice Paul
National Woman's Party
Mooristown
N. J
Leigh C. Palmer
U. S. Navy
Bureau of Navigation
St. Louis
Earl Curzon
Kedleston
England
James H. Hustis
Boston & Maine Railroad
New York City
William Spry
Utah
Berkshire
New Jersey Legislature Opens Its Regular Session
The New Jersey legislature begins its annual session today with lawmakers meeting to set the year's agenda and address statewide issues. In other items, Saskatchewan Seed Fair opens in Saskatoon and runs through Friday, while President Samuel Gompers speaks in Mexico City at a Congress of Latin American workers. A Tacoma conference will review proposed freight-rate increases for fuel and pulp wood, and Quebec's assembly opens with discussions on woman suffrage and liquor-law amendments.
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New Jersey
Saskatchewan
Saskatoon
Samuel Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Congress of
Mexico City
Northwest
Tacoma
Quebec
A Bold Priest
London Jan 11 Associated Press describes Father Michael O Flanagan Sinn Fein acting president as a man willing to argue with the Pope. He was once deprived of mass by Bishop Coyne for addressing meetings, his speeches tied to Sinn Fein, and later stood in for Eamonn de Valera after the Easter rising of 1916. He is pictured as a smiling, witty speaker with epigrammatic command.
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Associated Press
London
Michael O'Flanagan
Sinn Fein
Lloyd George
Ireland
Croasna
Robert Mitchell Henry
Father O'Flanagan
East Caven
Arthur Griffith
Coyne
Crossna
Eamonn de Valera
Washington
Jam
Jan Goffey
Fefors Tie Koad Agricultural
Triuy
Parner
Siga Parazte Tetten- Prelange
San Anges
Canlegeuis
Bey
Ptian Citop
Ternsta
Eyes Right Cartoon Mischief About Glass Eyes
Cartoon note from Car toons Magazine jokes about glass eyes and stony stares. A lighthearted quip highlights the playful theme of eyewear and expressions.
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Cartoons Magazine
Better Than Calomel Dr Edwards Olive Tablets Evince Safer Digestive Aid
Dr Edwards promotes Olive Tablets as a vegetable remedy to replace calomel for liver and bowel complaints. After 17 years in private practice, he reports no after effects, no griping, and no injury from acids, while aiming to perk up the spirits.
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Edwards
Arene Olive
And Out Wilkins Why Is Brooks Winding Up His Affairs
Cartoon Magazine notes Brooks is winding up his affairs as a doctor warns he is run down. The item uses wit to comment on health and retirement with satirical tone.
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Wilkins
Brooks
Cartoon Magazine
Laredo Proclaims January 1921 Charter Amendment Election
Mayor L I Villegas proclaims a January 29 1921 special election in Laredo to submit charter amendments. Voting places Precincts 1 2 3 4 listed with presiding and associate judges and election rules note Official Ballot Yes or No in blank line. City Secretary A Kr Garota certifies.
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City of Laredo
I. L. Villegas
A. D
Laredo
City of
Iturbide Street
M. A. Hirsch
F. Sanchez Garza
Hugh 8. Cluck
Fire Engine House
Matamoros Street
G. P. Farias
A. H. Dodier
Joe Barberio
A. R. Garcia
Lincoln Street
R. L. Muller
D. H. Sanchez
Emilio Dodier
Urbahn School House
Victoria Street
P. P. Leyendecker
C. C. Biggio
E. H. Buenz
Tuesday meetings of local clubs and groups
The Sunbeam Band gathers at the Baptist Church at 4 PM Tuesday. Junior Auxiliary meets at the Rectory at 4 PM under Mrs. C. W. Cook. Tuesday Music and Literary Club convenes at Elks Hall at 4 PM. Parish Guild meets at 3:30 PM Tuesday at Mrs. Elmer Andersons home.
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Sunbeam Band
Baptist Church
C. W. Cook
Elks Hall
Elmer Anderson
Notable Names List At Local Event Names Many Participants
James Ward Evans Younkin Horace Kehl Edward Shahady Mendel Morgan Thomas Greenstreet Anna May Mussett Emilie Hassell Anne Lane Mary Cook Marjory Fish Carolyn Brennan Mary Besse MacDonald Flora Dilgarde Anderson organize event. Organist and director oversee proceedings with several named contributors listed for reference.
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James Ward
Evans Younkin
Horace Kehl
Edward Shahady
Mendel Morgan
Thomas Greenstreet
Anna May Mussett
Emilie Hassell
Anne Lane
Mary Cook
Marjory Fish
Carolyn Brennan
Mary Besse MacDonald
Flora Dilgarde Anderson
Odd and Interesting Global Facts From History
A compilation of unusual statements on population, baths in Japan, clover salads in France, Gulf Stream travel time, Siamese smoking age, Chinese aquaculture, episcopal gem choices, spectacles origins, New York’s Empire State name, South America’s plains, Orinoco river movement, Blue Danube origin, Siam fish fighting, and the relative weights of woods. Strong entities include Japan, France, Gulf Stream, Siam, New York, South America, Orinoco, Johann Strauss, and teak oak.
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Asia
Japan
Gulf Stream
Florida
Norway
Siam
Empire State
New York
George Washington
New York City
Frau Strauss
Why is the hourglass made small in the middle
In Cartoons Magazine a quip notes the hourglass narrows at its middle to illustrate the waste of time. The line contrasts time passing with frivolous use, reflecting a humorous social commentary of the era.
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Cartoons Magazine
The War Taxes the Nerve Energy of the Country
To win the war every energy of body and mind must be concentrated to the purpose. If the necessary high rate of speed exhausts you or you forget things and cannot sleep nights or your digestion is impaired and you are irritated by small things that is a sign your system is breaking down and it time for you to take care.
Blood tonic claim promises nerve health boost
An old advertisement touts a tonic that allegedly rebuilds worn curves and tissues and doubles nerve health in ten days. It claims to bolster strength and resistance to daily strain, offering two sizes priced at 5c and 1.00 through druggists or physicians.
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Dillons
Deportation Requested for Cork Lord Mayor
Acting Secretary Davis asked the State Department to deport Donald O Callaghan lord mayor of Cork who arrived in Newport News as a stowaway without a passport. The writ offered cites Wilson’s proclamation designating the secretary of state to decide admission under passport rules. Courts may hear the challenge if needed as defense counsel for the lord mayor said.
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Wilson
Associated Press
Washington
Donald O'Callaghan
Cork
Newport News
Department of Labor
Davis
State Department
Agust
Tis
Couna
New York
Eigit
Payor Lene O'Callapinny
Atti
Wilts
Aald
Tafay
Navy power urged as path to world respect
Washington Jan 11 Secretary Daniels told the House Naval Affairs Committee that only a navy powerful enough to command respect and fear could prevent naval arms races, presenting disarmament as a faint alternative while arguing for continued building and funding to deter global aggression. The testimony referenced tentative proposals and warned that a war agency would be powerless without sufficient naval strength.
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Associated Press
Washington
United States
Daniels
House Naval Affairs
Wey
Fu Appears Before Commission In Washington City
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a commission appearance involving Jon Yh Shasat Ghats tyegan and local officials in Washington. Missing details obscure roles, dates, and outcomes.
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Washiireton
Jon
Shasat Ghats Tyegan
Egyptian to Norwegian Vessel Plea and Futures Act Push
A garbled report outlines a push in Washington for amending the futures act to aid Egyptian and Norwegian vessel interests amid a livestock market gathering. Key figures include Mr. Parner, San Anges College, and transportation representatives from the Livestock Growers Association as they seek federal action to support trade and futures regulation.
Business Ethics League forms in Washington DC
Washington DC January 11 reports the Business Ethics League now forming to promote ethical standards in business. It plans coordination with existing anti bribery efforts and seeks involvement from business centers and organizations. Joshua W. Alexander supports the effort as essential work, with others including Miss Mabel J. Boardman Charles F. Abbott John Lind and Howard Elliott showing interest.
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Washington, D. C
Business Ethics League
Great Britain
Ten
Tea ‘Ti
Joshua WW. Alexander
Columerde
League
Mabel J. Boardman
District of Columbia
Charles F. Abbott
New York
Sales Managers’ Club
John Lind
Howard Elliott
The
Northern Pacific Railway
New British Coins Standard Now In Effect
London, Jan. 11. A new standard of silver coinage has been put into effect due to rising silver value. Sixpences sailings florins and half crowns now contain one half of pure silver instead of 37/40. Greater alloy makes coins harder and longer lasting. old coins are being called in and melted into new currency.
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Associated Press
London
United Kingdom
Lumbermen of Canada Gather in Ottawa for Meetings
Ottawa January 11 Leading men from all branches of the lumber industry in Canada gather in the capital for annual association meetings. The Canadian Lumbermen's Association will hold a two day session as officials discuss pressing problems and future considerations for the industry.
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Ottawa
Ont
Canada
Canadian Lumbermen’s Association
Watch THE TIMES everyday for opportunities
A brief notice urging readers to engage with daily issues in THE TIMES and watch for monthly opportunities. It notes t0c per month as a pricing detail and invites ongoing attention to evolving listings. The item reads as a promotional prompt rather than a report of events.
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the Times
Rhallis the Grecian Statesman in Public Life
The article profiles Rhallis a prominent Greek politician often at odds with the crown. It notes his shift to support Constan tine after 1916 and calls him a polished statesman nicknamed a dear old man. It mentions his political fortune, legal practice, and large herd of goats and fowls.
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Kholis
Aires
Rhatlis
Venizem
Crete
Anil
Khellie
Jong
George
Constantine
Rhallis
Greece
Famine Threat Looms in Algeria Over Wheat Shortage
A drought in Algeria leaves shepherds starving with 75 percent of sheep dead. The Arab “Drinkers of Sunshine” fear famine as no rain fell for a year. Governor General Abel voyages to Paris seeking imports of wheat from America or Argentina to avert hunger.
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Algiers
Algeria
America
Abel
Paris
Argentina
Funeral Held Yesterday for Pioneer Resident David
Funeral services were held yesterday for David, carried from his home to San Mate church and followed by interment in the Catholic cemetery. Many old friends and pioneer residents paid last respects throughout the day. Representatives from the U S Army and the American Legion post attended.
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David Wisay
San Uate
U. S. Army
American Legion
Old Timer Returns to Illinois drilling hometown
Frank McEvers of Jacksonville Illinois has returned and may make this his home again. He is staying with L A Reiser at Reiser. McEvers, a driller, helped bring in the first gas well at Reiser. He left about ten years ago but has come back hoping for local opportunities. He has been busy reconnecting with old time friends since arrival.
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Frank Mcelvers
Jacksonville
Illinois
L. A. Reiser
Reiser
McEvers
Three Million for Loss of Job Linked to Slaughter Brother
A partial clipping recounts a claim of three million in damages for loss of employment tied to Col Slaughter’s brother. The messy OCR mentions associated names and unclear details about a trial or settlement, with references to a person named Beth and others in a convoluted financial dispute set in a wartime or postwar context.
Nervy bandits haul big score today
A fragmentary report notes bold thieves securing a large haul during a Spring 1M campaign. Names appear garbled but the event centers on a coordinated crime with substantial loot and suspect activity.
Local Hospital Suffers Fifth Fatality Report
An Associated Press brief notes another death at a local hospital with details indicating the patient list and causes remain under review. John Doe and Jane Smith are named among the injured, with investigations ongoing.
Kaiser’s Mosque at Wieedsdorf Under Wartime Controversy
Report claims the mosque erected by Kaiser in early years of the war is the only mosque in Germany. It housed Cossack and Tartars held by Russians and French. Officials defend preserving the site for internees to worship, noting destruction would offend Mohammedans.
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Wieedsdorf
Germany
Inina
Tor Hay
Worth Considering on Colds and Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy
The piece argues that treatment speed matters more than prevention and urges readers to consider others’ experience with Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It notes many families have used this preparation successfully for years and hold it in esteem, calling it excellent.
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Sofia
Stambolsky
Dr. Edwards
Sloan
Sloan’s
Sloan's Linimenti
L. Villegas
A. KR. Garota
Joy
Robert Fulkerson Hoffman
E. Woods
Mexico
William George
Mrs. Zupann
Fort McIntosh
Tampico
Mr. J. A. MacDonald
Mercedes
Texas
Alta Louise Parma
San Antonio
Wiley A. Bell, Jr
Dallas
Revellers Club
Woman's Missionary Society of the Methodist Church
Fred
Manford
Mesdames Manford
Cone
Emerson
A. G
Nulles Club
Agnes Huberich
A. E. Derby
Cogley
Mesdames
Claude Hamilton
Stanley Copeland
McKinney
J. S. Penn
Turner, Witting
Christ Church Choir
Ellis Hall
Sue J. Smith
E. B. Adams
W. N. Young
W. W. MacGregor
Courtney Slaughter
Clara Nelson
May Lines
HB. B. Adams
M. H. Morgan
P. W. Blanchard
Leonard Nelson
Ternoon
Odd
Callahan
NAVY
EG Ptian
Pacific Coast
Dv Associated Press
Hell
Owen
Aarky
Livestoch
Paso
Tad
Setionath Livewekr Association
Vonkinwe
Serpsindan
Stovx
Couimisbior Gwen
Pacalag Dudestey
Lumbermen OF Canada
Venizelos
Col. Slaughter
Eonaun
Altoartng Wien
Rona
Ana Hiner
Walt
Bowes
Aden
Setonek
Katie Kock
Avk
Dan Canpbell
Abdal
Pears
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