Lodge fears war over ship purchase bill
London paper alarms as US senators debate a bill to buy German ships interned in American ports. Senator Lodge warns the measure could bring the nation to war with England and allies. He cites committee hearings and suggests an amendment to bar such purchases to avoid neutrality breaches.
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Washington, D
Senator Lodge
Senate
England
France
Husela
Japan
House
McAdoo
Boston
New York
English Paper Fears Trouble
In a leading editorial titled A Great Danger the Spectator warns of a drift toward a collision with the United States. The piece lauds many prominent Americans for goodwill toward Great Britain while condemning U S indifference to Britain’s case. It compares today with 1861 Slidell and Mason arrests, noting both sides fault, yet credits queen and Lincoln with averting war.
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Jondon
the Spectator
United States
Great Britain
Queen
Lincoln
Ambitious Boy Kills Self In New York Home
Billy McNaily a one year old lad in New York died by hanging with a leather belt from a curtain pole. He was the youngest of seven and had faced family financial struggles as his father chased work in Panama Boston and New York. After health certificate red tape blocked employment he brooded over failure and ended his life.
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New York
N. Y
Billy McNaily
Billy
Panama
Boston
McBilly
Austrian and Russian Aviators Die in Przemysl Duel
An Austrian aviator carrying messages from Przemysl collided with a Russian pilot while attempting interception. Both aircraft crashed and pilots were killed in the mid air fight.
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Amsterdam
Przemysl
Actress Edella Emsch Dies After Poison Mistake
Miss Edella Emsch, an actress rushed from Kansas City on January 11, died at Ravenswood Hospital after reportedly taking poison by mistake. The case is documented as a fatal medical mishap.
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Chicago
Edella Emsch
Kansass City
Ravenswood Hospital
Honolulu Awaits Jap Squadron Arrival
Honolulu officials report a Japanese squadron led by battleship Hizen and two cruisers is nearing the port, signaling a significant naval movement and potential visit to Honolulu.
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Honolulu
Hizen
Reserve Governors Meet in Washington on Currency Plan
Governors of the federal reserve banks, recently organized as an advisory committee to the federal reserve board, gathered in Washington D C for further discussion on extending and perfecting the new currency system.
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Reserve
Washington, D. C
Federal Reserve Banks
Federal Reserve Board
Guggenheim Backs Profit Sharing in Labor Talks
Daniel Guggenheim urged the federal industrial relations commission that every worker deserves a job sickness insurance old age pensions and a share of profits from labor. He called his views socialist and supported open shop principles while praising unionism in general. Eli Berwind urged a nine hour maximum workday noting union wage scales but frequent holidays reduced productivity as Mother Jones and Colorado miners testified alongside John D Rockefeller Jr who quietly exited during the hearing.
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New York
N.Y
United States
Daniel Guggenheim
Federal Industrial Relations Commission
Guggenheim
Mr. Guggenheim
Mother” Jones
Colorado
John Dp, Rockefeller, Jr
Rockefeller
Miners Urge Safety Reforms In Illinois Mines
The state mining investigating commission heard miners and mine owners debate mine safety. Miners blamed poor safety practices while owners cited miner carelessness. commission discussed cross cuts or air holes and will draft legislative recommendations.
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Chicago
Ilinois
State Mining Investigating Commission
Washington predicts an extra session after March fourth
The belief grows that Congress will be recalled for an additional session once the current body ends on March 4 as Representative A Mitchel Palmer, chair of the house caucus, schedules a February 4 meeting for all newly elected Democrats. Rockefellers Expect Stork in New York reports Mr and Mrs John J Rockefeller Jr await another baby. they already have three children, the youngest born in 1910.
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Washington
A. Mitchel Palmer
House
New York
John J. Rockefeller, Jr
Rockefeller
Gideon appoints Bluhart as nationsield secretary
La Porte Indiana report states James Maot Bluhart, known in traveling men circles as Cornetalk Jim, has been advised of his appointment as nationsield secretary of the Gideons.
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Gideon
Field la Porte
Ind
James Maot Bluhart
Cornetalk Jim
Nationsield
The
Gideons
Council of Grain Exchanges Proposes Corn Plan
At the sixth annual meeting a plan to avert a U S wheat shortage by sending corn based foods to Europe was proposed. John W Snyder of the Baltimore Chamber of Commerce argued Europe can’t match U S in corn production and that exporting corn for food would open a large domestic market.
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Council of Grain Exchanges
Chicago
Europe
The
United States
John W. Snyder
Baltimore Chamber of Commerce
Snyder
America
Legislature defeats veto to make Alabama dry July 1
Montgomery votes to enact two prohibition measures without executive approval. Gov Henderson vetoed them but both chambers repassed the bills by large majorities. Senate 24 to 10, house 73 to 28. The laws reenact prohibition repealed in 1911. most counties voted dry under the 1911 local option law.
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Montgomery
Ala
Alabama
Henderson
Senate
Stork Halts New York Street Cars With Visit
General Stork halted a Brooklyn rapid transit car for 45 minutes during peak hour to visit Mrs. Anna Schulhoff. After the stop a 74 pound baby girl was born aboard the train. The ambulance surgeon took mother and child to the hospital. both are reported doing well.
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New York
General Stork
Brooklyn
Anna Schulhoff
Ife
Chesapeake boat Maryland burned off Ma cathy River
A Chesapeake bay steamer named Maryland bound to Baltimore from Pocomoke river points burned after being beached near Ma cathy River. No lives lost, three men jumped overboard and swam ashore. The ship carried 76 passengers, many women, and a crew of 34. Deputies disarmed in Roosevelt incident.
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Baltimore
Maryland
Pocomoke River
Macathy River
Wileen Upheld by Jews in Closing Session
In a terse closing session the Calon of American He is upheld by Jewish leaders. The report notes firm support across member communities and calls for unity ahead of forthcoming events. A brief summary of the decision appears with reference to regional organizations and expected schedules.
Eng lish Squadron Wins Sea Battle
English squadron defeats the German fleet in the North Sea near Heligoland. Beatty’s force hammers Derflinger Sayditz Moltke Bluecher and more, in a three and a half hour running fight. Bluecher losses exceed 700, many aboard ships, with 122 rescued so far. Casualties on surviving German ships heavy. British destroyers may have aided rescues.
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London
Pen Sea
North Sea
Héligoland
David Beatty
Kaisers
Derflinger
Sayditz
Moltke
Bluecher
Admiral Beatty
Tigerton
Princess Royal
New Zealand
Indomitable
Blnecher
Admiralty
Washington Senate Democrats Reach Final Ship Purchase Pact
Senate Democrats in caucus finally agree on the administration ship purchase bill and adopt a resolution designating it as a party measure.
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Washington
Senate
Coughlin predicts Wilson renomination with little opposition
John Coughlin a Democratic national committeeman from Massachusetts says he believes President Wilson will be renominated and re elected with minimal challenge, reflecting confidence in the president ahead of the party's renomination process.
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Washington
John C. Coughlin
Massachusett
Wilson
Gary rail mill reopens soon after three months closed
Gary rail mill resumes operations on February 8 after a three month shutdown. Illinois Steel Co is adding workers across other departments in the coming weeks as demand increases.
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Gary
Illnois Steel Co
Marriage at twelve sparks Missouri divorce suit
Mrs Grace Jimmerson filed for divorce from M Jimmerson in Carthage Missouri after a marriage lasting less than 30 days. The bride was married in July of Ju12 when she was only 12 years old.
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Carthage
Grace Jimmerson
M. Jimmerson
Chicago carpenters strike set for April first
Chicago authorities report a 15 000 carpenter strike slated for April 1 after the carpenters union refused a wage increase. The walkout aims to pressure employers amid ongoing contract talks and job site disruptions are anticipated across the area.
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Chicago
Carpenter Association
Alabama turns Prohibition state July 1
Montgomery bills become law without executive approval, making Alabama a prohibition state starting July 1 under two related measures that pass despite no signature from the governor.
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Alabama
Montgomery
Ala
Five ore ships allowed to resail from Bremerhaven
Five captured sail ore vessels Greenbrier and Carolyn were permitted to sail again after arrest following their arrival in Bremerhaven Germany.
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Bremerhaven
Germany
Greenbrier
Carolyn
Frozen to Death Near Bloomington Rider William Krinkman
William Krinkman a farmer near Graymoun was found dead in the road after being overcome by cold while riding horseback. The incident occurred near Bloomington with local authorities investigating the death.
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Iinoiaan
Bloomington
William Krinkman
Graymoun
Toledo News-Ree Editor Fined for Contempt
The Toledo News-Ree was fined 7600 dollars and editor N. D. Cochran 200 dollars by Judge Kill ite in the U. S. district court on charges of contempt.
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Toledo
Toledo News-Ree
N. D. Cochran
Mt Lassen Erupts Amid New East Crater Activity
Descriptive dispatch from Pedro California notes Lassen Volcanic eruption resuming with a tremor felt locally. Authorities report a possible new crater on the east side. In Des Moines, former detective chief William Maitland, dismissed for alleged incompetence, shot himself in his woodshed home.
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Killa Gelf
Des Moines
William T. Maitland
Harmony Junction Telegraph Operator Kills Family then Dies
H Woods, a telegraph operator at Harmony Junction in Father County, shot his wife and three children dead and then killed himself. The tragedy details the family victims and the suspected motive remains unclear as investigators process the scene.
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Killa
Butler, Patil
H. Woods
Harmony Junction
Father County
Golf Rules Prompt Daniels Refuses Game
Josephus Daniels secretary of the navy declines a golf round saying he will not play until rules improve to shinny level. Franklin K Lane secretary of the interior is recounted mastering the game when fans sent clubs. Lane tries driving with each club in his sack declaring the game over.
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Lane
Josephus Daniels
the Navy
Daniels
Franklin K. Lane
Interior
New York Sun
Man Breaks Out Of Bed To Serve Country
Mr Mowatt, long bedridden, plans to leave bed and offer his services to the country. Mrs Mowatt works in a glass factory to keep things moving. A visitor finds Mrs Mouatt in tears, learns her husband has not been killed but is coming home to Judge.
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Mr. Mowatt
Anffies
Mies
Their Pastor's Faults Warden and Elder
Warden questions the removal of a pastor while the elder explains the old preacher was overly historical and the new one overly emotional. They cite dry preaching and tears in the voice as reasons for change. The dialogue hints at church tensions without naming places or events.
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Eider
Poor Doggy Tale of a Man and His Dog
A dialogue shows a hungry man asking for small sums to feed his starving family and dog. He exchanges a nickel for bread and asks for a dime more to buy meat, highlighting hardship and charitable responses.
American walnut recalls its former cabinet glory
The writer laments the return to using the old wood known as black walnut now marketed as American walnut. They criticize the new finish and hue, insisting it remains the same deep purplish brown that defined the material, and hope it regains its old name and popularity.
Old Dog Tango Says New Tricks Hit The Floor
A playful note quotes a proverb about teaching an old dog new tricks and imagines dogs embracing dance styles like tango and maxixe with gusto. The piece frames humor around pets attempting unfamiliar motions.
Woman Ties Marriage To Ease of Belief and Unbelief
A woman asserts that marriage and singleness hinge on the same ease of mindset as she explains her views on commitment. Her reflection contrasts social expectations with personal choice, highlighting how perception shapes relationship status.
California Syrup of Figs Adopts Child Friendly Laxative
A vintage ad extols California Syrup of Figs as a gentle, fruit flavored laxative for children and adults. It contrasts it with harsh castor oil and calomel, claiming it cleanses the liver and bowels safely, with dosing directions on the bottle and a 50 cent price.
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California
Babba
Adr
Bedpost Miracle Restores Sight in Baltimore Tale
The Baltimore Sun reports an anecdote from Hoston claiming Frank Mayes, blind for nine years, regained sight after striking his head on a bedpost. The tale suggests the bedpost or its origin may hold unrecognized power, implying knocking can wake perception.
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Hoston
Pam Hoston
Morpheus
Frank Mayes
Roms
Heston
Ope
Baltimore Sun
Khaki Recommended for Navy Landing Parties
Naval medical authorities after tropical operations recommend khaki or forestry neutral clothing for landing parties. They argue white clothing is easily penetrated by sun rays and unsuitable in the tropics. The note cites Vern Cran and operational experience in naval campaigns.
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Vern Cran
Navy
Pathfinder
In the Beginning Theme at Breakfast Table
A playful exchange at the breakfast table features Adam and Eve debating a new gown as Eve asks for fashion advice and Adam dismisses the concern while perusing the morning paper. The scene suggests a humorous take on a fresh start at year’s outset.
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Adam
Fve
Hutan
Phrasey quip about abolishing directress ends debate
Fragmentary, quirky lines hint at a satire on leadership and social schemes. References to Professor Grouch, a starvation scheme, and a Toledo Blade quote imply a printed cartoonish critique. Names and exact phrases are garbled but convey a wry urban newspaper mood.
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