Einstein relativity questioned by Michelson in Chicago
In Chicago on December 19 Dr A Michelson of the University of Chicago challenged the Einstein relativity theory. He argued that the yardstick and clock would be affected by motion and that mass in motion differs from rest, though for practical purposes the effects may be disregarded. He noted the Nobel laureate’s work on light and relativity has spurred debate in the scientific world.
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A. Michelson
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Havelso
Michelson
Einstein
Defence of the Realm Act revived amid wartime powers
The Dublin authorities revived provisions of the Defence of the Realm Act, enabling actions against suspects and areas deemed prejudicial to security. The move follows wartime strain as authorities target potential risks and monitor communications and gatherings.
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Dublin
John Fpek
German professors regret signing famous manifesto
Berlin reports that thirty nine of the ninety three German savants and professors who signed the October manifesto now admit it was a tragic mistake. A canvass of the 78 living signers shows some did not understand or could not attest to the assertions. Sixteen stand by their original stance, while 23 did not reply. The manifesto, drawn by a small group including Emil Fischer and Max Liebermann, drew signatures by telegraph.
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Webber
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Perete
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Wagner
Edvard Meyer
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Richl
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Uie Manifesta
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Unloaded Slaves Document At Custom House Curio
Galveston December 19 The manifest of the so called goon ship Louis iana lists two enslaved people unloaded at Indianola March 13 1844. They were from New Orleans Tenry 23 and James 18 were listed as 6 feet tall Todimola area notes the port's decline after the Civil War era.
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Galveston
Texas
Louisiana
Indianola
New Orleans
James
Todimola
El Dia Carries Carge Galveston Morgan Line Steamship El Dia
The El Dia steamer of the Morgan Line sails from Galveston Texas carrying cargo. Local port officials note standard freight operations and departures. The vessel serves maritime trade along the Texas coast with routine loading and unloading at pier facilities.
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el Dia
Galveston
Texas
Morgan Line
Oversea Mine Layer Returns to NY Galveston Trade
A veteran mine layer with overseas war service resumes pre war general cargo runs between New York and Galveston. Meanwhile Madrid opens its first underground railway in a diverting, crowded metro ride, as daily crowds surge during rush hours and holidays.
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Galveston
Madrid
Spain
Nadril
Christmas Tree Event Moves to Monday at Villa Eden
Christy Tree Monday shifts the Christmas tree entertainment at Villa Eden to Monday evening instead of Tuesday as previously announced by the Rengtens in the Journal World.
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Christy Tree
Villa Eden
Train collision kills 13 near Onawa Maine
A freight train collided with a special passenger train near Onawa Maine on December 20 killing thirteen people and burning many others. Both locomotives were destroyed and the wreckage burned as rescue workers battled flames.
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Onawa
Maine
Fot Si. Deln
Empresas
France
Canadian Pacific Railway
Here
Chemr
Chimney Burns Out On S20 Rhodeseisms Street Today
A small blaze reported on S20 Rhodeseisms Street burned out a chimney shortly after dawn. Fire department responded with crews to prevent spread, no injuries reported, investigation to determine cause underway.
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Whitney
Rhodeseisms Street
Local burial grounds study lighter corn coffins
Middlesborough and surrounding area discuss using corn husk coffins in burial grounds as a cheaper lighter alternative to traditional wooden coffins. The proposal notes corn versions may reduce weight and cost for local interments. Officials consider feasibility and community impact.
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Middlesborough
Ens
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