Break in Ice and Rising Rivers Threaten Shipping
Reports from Jan 29 describe a major ice gorge on the Licking and Kanawha rivers causing a 20 foot rise and wrecked vessels at Gallipolis. Ohio river ice gorges flood towns while grants seek $1,000,000 for army and navy entertainment amid winter hazards and tobacco market totals in Madison.
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Gallipolis
Cincinnati
Ohio
Licking River
Kanawha River
Cairo
Ohio River
Louisville
Kentucky
War Pie Conservation and Economy in Army Rations
A wartime notice promotes Nowe StcH Mince Meat as an economical ingredient for making War Pies at home or in army rations. It highlights the product’s moisture gain, paraffin packaging to prevent waste, and cost savings versus bulk mince meat, urging conservation per the U S Food Administration.
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U. S. Food Administration
Steamboats Swept Down the Ohio River
Fourteen steamers were swept down the Ohio River as ice gorges broke near Paducah. Boats jammed in ice and cries were heard from crews. reports say vessels passed Metropolis in bad shape. The Bagle Line and Cumberland and Tennessee lines faced moorings and damage.
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Paducah
Ohio River
Metropoli
Filints
Congress to Act Quickly on Proposing Draft Authority
Washington reports promise from Senate Military Affairs Committee chair Crowder to authorize War Department to draft men reaching eligible age. A total resolution aims to identify the pool of men available for immediate draft. deferred classifications may not be drafted.
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Washington
Joans
Senate
Congress
War Department
Rhosnee
Jane Sthwall
Hot bed of rumors in official roles
Washington rumors swirl that the President may respond to Austrian suggestions for frank wartime talks as an early peace move. The White House remains silent, with a likely pre-speech statement timing, while hints point to a future address on world democracy.
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Washington
Qiherab
White House
Serious apprehension over flood danger in thawed nation
Washington January 29 serious apprehension is felt over the danger of disastrous floods in many parts of the country with a general thaw heavy loss and interrupted rail traffic is feared.
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Washington
Tevion Troops Shifted From Eastern to Western Front
German forces on the eastern front are pulled to the western front due to Russian revolutionary propaganda, a claim by the army general staff. Major General Wood was wounded by an accidental blast while touring the battle area in France. Five French soldiers were killed and three Americans injured in the incident.
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Washington
Army General Staff
France
Wood
Community club elects officers and discusses riverfront needs
The meeting names officers including president and vice president and plans immediate action. Speakers urge improvements to Madison's levee and river terminal access as canalization of the Ohio River nears, calling for revitalization of local shipbuilding and strong city leadership.
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Pal Woog
Ory
Mt Capeds
Tage Hayes
Pattsra
Miheoupe
Heck
Peertlpe
Baretiper
Mel Mabe
Mike Shedblee
Ash Colaitatioe
Woo Gr Rovers
Prortuer
T. Bo Me-Gregor
Clo
Tierudt
Predesiek Ghiss
Creater
van Oden
Miaisan
Honko Os. Roberts
Roberts
Iam
Milllberry Street
Ohio River
Madison
Slory
Indiana
E. 8. Howard
Jeffersonville
Two Groups Fight Crash Attempts Over London Skies
Chaotic air incidents near London involved two separate groups attempting to attack or disrupt flights. Police and emergency services responded as pilots reported interference and several aircraft diverted for safety. No further details available due to fragmentary text.
Strike menace looms large in Germany unrest
Amsterdam dateline reports renewed general political and industrial unrest in Germany. Strikes gain headway in Berlin and other locations, signaling a potential broad strike menace across the country.
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Germany
Amsterdam
Berlin
Senate committee votes to curb rail government control
The administration program faces a setback as the Senate Interstate Commerce Committee votes seven to six to limit government control of railroads, one year after the initial proposal.
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Washington, Dan
Senate Interstate Commerce Committee
Chinatown Mayor Tom dies after decades of guiding Chinatown
Thousands of Celestials and Americans mourn the death of Tom, longtime head of On Leong Tong and a foster parent to Chinatown’s habitues. A state of procession and floral tributes followed his lying in state and burial, with Chinese and American bands, a long cortege, and a large turnout of mourners and relatives. The article notes the strong ties of Tom to Chinatown and the cultural rituals surrounding his funeral. It also includes an unrelated timber advertisement at Indiana Timber & Mfg. Co.
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New York
Lee
iChinatown
Tom
On Leong Pong
Chinatown
On Leong Tong
Food Administration Calls for Wheat and Meat Controls
Nicholas Harper announces a Wilson era food conservation program in Jefferson County Ohio. Wheatless Monday and Wednesday, meatless Tuesday, porkless Saturday, one wheatless and one meatless meal daily, and daily fats saving are required to support armies abroad. Also reports six houseboats crushed in ice and three American aviators killed in Italy during training.
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Asles
Mainstan
Nicholas Harper
Jefferson County
Portsmouth
Ohio
Paris
Italy
Lieut
Wilbun Cheney
Oliver Sherwood
George Beach
Divorce Bid Between Carrie Wright and Carthe Sige Woys
The case of Carrie Wright versus Carthe Sige Woys is filed in the state court. The complaint seeks a divorce and the defendant is required to appear by a date in March to answer and participate in the proceedings. The clerk's office notes the suit on the docket and sets a hearing at the court.
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Oso
Nerem
Aise
Coanti
Mareines
Mattos
Sonetiebtega
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