Conference of Allied Premiers Adjourns to January 2
London December 10 The conference of allied premiers to arrange a basis for the allied financial and reparations conference has broken down and adjourned until January 2. The Paris meeting on January 2 will be held in Paris. Premier Poincare said It is finished. The adjournment aims to avoid rupture between Britain and France over German reparations. The British cabinet rejected force for the Ruhr area and public opinion opposed military measures.
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London
Brussels
Paris
Poincare
Great Britain
France
Ruhr
Bonar Law
Germany
Russian protest over exclusion at Near East talks
Foreign Minister Tchitcherin of Russia submitted a formal note at Lausanne protesting the exclusion of Russian experts from informal discussions among Turkish and Entente naval and military specialists on the straits control issue.
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Lausanne
Tchitcherin
Russia
National volunteer shot as Sligo town hall defended
Belfast reports that on Saturday night Tree State troops rushed to Sligo and repelled a Republican assault on the town hall after the attackers overpowered the sentry. One National Volunteer was killed in the ensuing fight.
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Belfast
Sligo
Stlieo
Taking Orders For European Turkeys
In St Thomas Ontario on December 11 authorities report commission men taking orders for Hungarian imported turkeys at 38.8 cents per pound. The birds are claimed to be high quality and dress 12 to 16 pounds. Their arrival is expected to push local turkey prices below the 50 cent mark seen last year.
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St. Thomas, Ont
St. Thomas
Ont
Hungary
Fire Ravages Lethbridge Shops Amid Downtown Blaze
Fire swept through Kirkby’s bake shop and nearby businesses in Lethbridge during the evening. The blaze destroyed Kirkby’s and a confectionery, with Arcadia Block and adjacent stores at risk of total loss as flames spread through the downtown area.
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Kirkby’s
Po Wise
Arcadia Blucky
BM Quests
Kiesh’s
Metagama Arrives After Rough North Atlantic Voyage
The Canadian Pacific steamship Metagama docked at Sand Point after a storm from Glasgow. Winds reached 100 miles per hour, wireless aerials were blown down, and two lifeboats were damaged. The vessel carried 67 cabin passengers, 55 third class passengers, and 760 bags of mail.
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Nui
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Metagama
Sand Point
Glasgow
Radio wedding ruled illegal in New York
Albany Dec 11 The New York State Attorney General Newton held radio marriage ceremonies illegal under the domestic relations law The officiant must be in view of both parties and present in person The ruling follows a proposal for a San Francisco clergyman to broadcast a ceremony to a couple in New York City Grand Central Palace
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N. Y
Ilegal
Newton
Jiu
San Francisco
Grand Central Palace
New York City
Owsley Says Crown Prince Visit Planned To U.S.
Indianapolis national commander Alvin M. Owsley told state adjutants the German crown prince plans a visit within six months. He also said a submarine commander will come to explain the war in German and urged barring men who waged war against the U S until postwar issues are settled.
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Ind
Alvin M. Owsley
American Legion
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New York
United States
Toronto Population and Assessment Rise in year
Toronto reports population grew from 522,942 to 529,083 during the year, an increase of 6,141. The assessment rose from 776, LSL.636 to 828,165,805, reflecting municipal growth and fiscal changes.
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Classified ads invite men to advertise in The News
Readers are urged to place classified ads as the quickest way for men to gain prominence. The notice promotes The News as the preferred outlet for fast, wide exposure and business or personal announcements.
Russians Attempt to Capture Mines Near Manchuria
From Vladivostok dated December 11 a report says armed Russians crossed the Manchurian frontier at Aliaure to seize Chinese coal mines. Chang Tso Lin forces with reinforcements repelled the attack.
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Manchurian
Aliaure
Chang Tso Lin
Railway unions to form international amalgamation committee
Chicago December conference of 500 delegates voted to create a committee of 50 that would amalgamate 16 standard railway employee organizations into one body. The claim is this body would represent between 6000 and 7000 locals across the unions.
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Chicago
Thames couple sentenced to death for murder at Old Bailey
Frederick Py waters and Edith Thompson were found guilty of murdering Edith Thompson's husband, Percy Thompson, by a London jury at the Old Bailey and were sentenced to death.
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Bywaters
Conductor Muir Injured Alighting From Crow's Nest Train
Yesterday at 12 45 p m the Crow's Nest passenger train ran into the station. Conductor M Muir slipped on the platform and fell under a moving car striking oil boxes. He sustained two or three broken ribs and a scalp wound and was taken to hospital. Barham assisted but could not pull him clear before the wheels passed. He is resting as comfortably as can be expected.
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Crow's Nest
M Muir
Mr. Muir
Canadian Pacific
Barham
Muir
Sydney Houlton I8 Committed for Trial in Canada
Sidney Houlton former secretary treasurer of Western Canada College was committed for trial in Calgary after a preliminary hearing before Magistrate Davidson. He is charged with misappropriation of 11200 of college funds. defense reserved its case and no defense witnesses testified. Bail of 10000 was cancelled. a new application must be made before a judge.
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Calgary
Sidney Houlton
Western Canada College
Davidson
J. J. Petrie
George IT. Ross
K.C
Petrie
Canadian Mines May Triple Output in West
Dr Charles Carrell of Ottaway says western Canadian mines could triple production once the necessary market is established. He notes market development and demand are key to unlocking expanded output and economic benefits for the region.
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West
Charles Carrell
Ottaway
Thirty Die From Gas Inhalation In Bordeaux Street
Thirty people including men women and children were asphyxiated after gas entered homes on Bordeaux street. One woman died another injured with a leg fracture and several children are in serious condition. No gas pipe location could be found and all victims required medical treatment.
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Montreal
Bordeaux Street
Prime Minister Announces New Battleship Program
London reports Prime Minister Bonar Law told the House of Commons that Britain will start building the two battleships permitted by the Washington Naval Treaty. The decision marks a step in expanding naval forces amid postwar tensions.
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Bonar Law
House of Commons
Earthquake Shocks Hit Santiago at 142 This Morning
Strong tremors shook Santiago Chile at 142 this morning lasting about an hour. Residents reported shaking buildings and rattling windows as aftershocks followed. Officials urged calm and safety precautions while assessments continued.
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Chile
Dee. K
Greek bride wins breach suit for 15000 in Detroit
Penelope Papanastasopoulos, a Greek picture bride, was awarded 15000 in circuit court against Zissis Zissis, a Detroit merchant. She claimed he recruited her from Athens after seeing her photo and refused to marry her upon arrival, seeking 100000.
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Zissis Zissis
Zissis
Athens
Sir Andrew Mace Hails Humorist Megill University
Sir Andrew Mace Hail, a humorist and essayist from Megill University, comments on modern work culture and the role of organized charities and hospitals in defending the needy. The report notes his skeptical view of the current job market and social support systems.
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Megill University
Election Results Announced After Ballot Count Tonight
The News will bulletin election results from ration polling booths once ballots are counted. Polling closes at 8 p.m. and definite figures are not expected before 9 p.m. Call 2028 for election figures.
Common People to Solve the Inter Problem
Vancouver speaker Lester McChas urged a world forum to end the international crisis. He warned the survival of the fittest rule, blamed diplomacy and oil control, and urged radical change from capitalism as the remedy for global turmoil and unemployment.
Police Court Fines for Unauthorized Auto Operation
Clay and S Riddle were fined $2 and costs each for operating automobiles without chauffeurs licenses. N Hopkins paid $10 and costs for operating an auto to the common danger of the public.
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Proving It With The News Adverdigine Claim
A short note asserts that a small group of salesmen exists worldwide and invites readers to verify their claim through advertising in The News. The item frames adverdigine as proof and prompts reader engagement.
Volstead Act Violations Deemed Widespread by Tribune Survey
The Tribune reports President Harding says prohibition enforcement broke down. A nationwide survey finds Walstead Act openly violated in many cities with saloons open, border spillover from Canada, and widespread evasion described as a joke by officials. Major centers cited include Boston Chicago Milwaukee Detroit and Detroit area.
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Tribune
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Canada
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Chicago
Municipal election closing meeting draws crowd in city hall
The final campaign gathering was well attended at city hall on Saturday night with speeches by most candidates. James Armstrong chaired as the meeting concluded with general remarks and coverage of similar themes as prior sessions.
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Cunliffe
Ar. Hamilton
James Armstrong
French Women Hit Militarism And Call For World Peace
The Hague December 11 The womens international league for peace and freedom backed a new peace based on limited international agreements and a world congress if needed. The resolutions moved by British and French delegations urged disarmament and warned against Ruhr occupation while pledging mass demonstrations and outreach through pacifist groups. Jane Addams of Chicago was chosen to draft a Christmas message to suffering peoples.
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Womens International League For Peace and Freedom
League of Nations
Ruhr
Germany
France
Jane Addams
Chicago
League
Fire Fatalities Strike Budak Family in ChiCuUpgo
A family tragedy occurred when a fire destroyed their home in ChiCuUpgo. Four children aged ten months to one year died, while Jo seph Budak, his wife, and two other children were seriously burned. Authorities investigated the blaze and identified the victims.
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Joseph Budak
Budak
Chi- CuUpgo
Settlement Plan Abandoned for Welsh Emigrants
Bishop Lloyd announced that the proposal to bring Welsh emigrants and settle them on lands around The Hague vacated by Mennonites has been abandoned after thorough investigation by Dominion surveyors and government inspectors. The plan is to be relinquished.
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Prince Albert
Lloyd
Tf Hague
Lachine Canal Freezing Ends Busy Navigation Season
Montreal is set to end navigation for 1922 as three lake steamers, the Glena dam, Frank Augsbury, and Focoma, aided by heavy hulled tugs, attempt to breach ice on Lake Louise and the Lachine canal. The operation signals the canal’s busiest season in its history.
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Montreal
Glenadam
Frank Augsbury
Focoma
Lake Louise
Lachine Canal
Small Vote Owing To Cold Weather Slows Municipal Election
Poor weather keeps voters away as municipal polls run until eight tonight. Officials expect lower totals than normal despite crowding late in the day. Classified ads claim quick sales from The Neg oo ad.
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