Missouri Railways Boost Rates Amid Legal Fight
Missouri public service commission approves higher passenger rates effective January 1, ending the long dispute over 1 cent and 2 cent per mile charges. The change allows 24 cents a mile for round trips and 24 cents for 600 mile books, with 1000 mile books at 2 cents. Issues include prior court battles, coal pricing regulation, and governors push for highway and budget improvements.
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William Nunby
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Supreme Court of the
United States
United States District Court
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Herbert & Hadley
United States Supreme Court
Blic Service Commission
Missouri Centennial Celebrations Begin In Columbia
Missouri marks its centennial with a January Columbia event to honor the 100th anniversary of Missouri's petitions to Congress. The state committee raises funds for nationwide observances and school programs while reporting rankings in pledged support and population figures amid corruption prosecutions of former officials.
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Columbia
Congress
Dales
Cape
State to use convict labor for coal in institutions
The Missouri state government may employ convicts to mine coal for state institutions amid coal shortages. The governor will speak at the County Judges' Association convention in Jefferson City on December 11-12. Lincoln Institute faced a fuel shutdown last week due to lack of coal. The Missouri council of defense seeks French instructors for American troops, offering $1,200 annually, with applications at the Jefferson City office.
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Crossley
Missouri
Gardner
Loundwike
Cole
Anewey
County Judges’ Association
Puel
Tate
Crowsley
Lincoln Institute
Missouri Council of Defense
W. F. Saunders
Jefferson City
Christmas Aprons Dominate Festive Gift List
Festive aprons in various fabrics and trimmings adorn holiday gift displays. The selections feature lace, net, satin ribbons, and crepe georgette with pink and white accents. Models showcase hat accessories and camisole details as part of cheerful kitchen wear.
Kit For The Navy Lads Christmas Gift Bag
A dusty procurement note describes a blue and red Navy boys kit with a braided bag containing items like leap foam powder safety items and strong tape. It mentions using the kit as a Christmas gift with a bag of sweets and a guide.
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Tobe
Amd
Cap and Slippers in White Lace Cap Fashion Scene
In a deep fashion center display, a cap with white lace frill stands out. The cap features a gold thread ornament at the frill’s peak and a fitted satin body sewn to a gathered top, worn by fair wearers with elastic ribbon headbands.
On the Market Margin Talk
A humorous exchange about stock market slang. Arthur confirms being in the market on a margin, and Te cautions he might get excited and plunge. The light dialogue plays on financial terms and risk.
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Arthur
Incompatibility at Home Sparks Divorce Claim
A husband contends his wife seeks divorce over incompatible ideas of comfort and lifestyle. He notes his income is not aligned with her expectations, prompting the marital split claim amid domestic discord.
Cozy Christmas Neckpiece with Chenille and Fur
A decorative neckpiece for Christmas gifts features chenille braid and black and red diaconal stripes, soft satin edging, and black fur trim on collar and cuffs. A rosette of black marines with dark red roses decorates the collar. Also notes a compact air tire pressure gauge resembling a lead bag for easy portability.
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Christ
India in Biblical Records and Trade Networks
The article notes India among kingdoms listed by the king of Pergamus in I Maccabees 8 8 and cites a more authentic reference in 9 37. It outlines active trade between India and western Asia and mentions trade routes via the Red Sea opened by Bolomew with Ophir, highlighting India as a principal article of commerce. It also states Indians were classified under Cush in Genesis 10 6.
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Pergamus
Antiochya i the Great
Western
Asia
Bolomew
Ophir
Red Sea
British Crumple Hindenburg Line in Sudden Allied Advance
British and French forces struck the Hindenburg line with sudden artillery and tank breakthroughs in southern France. The drive breached defenses over a 32 mile front, advanced toward Cambrai, and captured villages and fortified positions. Tanks cleared wire and infantry pushed forward toward key objectives as reports cited multiple gains along the Canal du Nord to the Cambrai road.
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Marechal Italg
France
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Bryijas
Ap Haig
Hapaume Cambral
Cambral
Hais
Ftrtieh
Canal du Nord
Rapadame Cambrai
Anyond
Alege
Kerensky Alleged Death Plot and Diplomatic Moves
Reported in London that Kerensky allegedly died by his own hand amid chaotic rumors. Sources claim overtures to Germany and Russia’s government ministers were made for separation, with mentions of Rasputin’s arrest and alleged conspiracies against the government.
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Derna
Reeponden
Garman
Mealimatter
Russia
Germany
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Beth Aly
Heesia
Yoruhote
M Mertedte
Elein
Rasputin
Kaledine
Preeumahir
France Reliance on America Amid War Prospects
The Herliner Tageblatt editorial notes Frances dependence on the United States as crucial for continued war effort. It argues fresh resources are unlikely, urging faith in America to avert moral crises and potentially push toward peace, claiming German assurances misjudged U.S. impact on the war.
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Frances
America
France
le Menecas
Americas
Senator Humbert faces libel suit after immunity lifted
The senate suspended Senator Humbert's immunity to permit Gustave Tery of Paria to file a libel action against him. Humbert owns the Journal.
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Pares
Senate
Humbert
Gustave Tery
Paria
Austrians Agree to Spare Venice per Vatican Appeal
The Matin reports Austria will spare Venice after a Vatican appeal, but insists all authority remain with the patriarch. Separate note asserts pneumonia as the deadliest foe among soldiers in United States campaigns.
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Paris
Venice
Vatican
United States
Scouts Build Gun Wipers For Army Troops
Kansas City reports Boy Scouts of Independence Missouri create a new method to produce gun wipers for American troops. The wipers will be shipped to Campa. Danish steamer Adolph Andersen, 981 tons gross, was sunk by a German submarine with one mapped casualty according to Copenhagen dispatch.
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Boy Scoutse
Kansas City
Boy Scouts of Independence
Army Campa
London
Adolph Andersen
Copenhagen
Submerged Forest Threatens Seafloor Structures
A submerged forest of logs and debris lies beneath the water, covered by a thick layer of seawater. Nearby divers report exposure of large timbers reaching up to eleven feet long. Maritime surveys confirm crevices and structural risks around the area.
Green's August Flower touted as cure all
An old advertisement claims Green's August Flower cures digestive disorders liver work and other ailments with gentle laxative effects. It promises rapid relief for stomach issues heart palpitations and related symptoms. The ad also asserts fewer whippings if parents used gentler discipline and knew its supposed effects.
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Green
Those Whom You Need Friends in Life’s Shared Journey
A reflective piece notes that friends lead the way forward and that helping friends reduces personal burdens. It argues popularity grows when one bears troubles privately, emphasizing mutual support and selflessness in friendships.
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