Flood Devastates Nashville and Surrounding States
Memphis reports widespread flooding as Tennessee, Arkansas, Mississippi and Kentucky brace for worsening conditions. Nashville suffers 50 plus blocks inundated and 2,500 displaced. four deaths confirmed from floods and accidents. If Cumberland River hits 63 feet, up to 4,000 may be driven from homes and more than 100 structures flooded.
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British policy notes seek reconciliation with China
London reports the Foreign Office issued documents on Christmas Day outlining Britain's conciliatory approach toward China. The notes urge treaty revision talks after a Chinese government is established and call for tariff autonomy for China while abandoning foreign control.
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Winter Chaos Grips Europe Amid Frost and Snow Mass
Paris reports freezing temperatures and dozens of deaths as a unseasonal cold front sweeps Western Europe. Lisbon endures unexpected snow while Durazzo faces earthquakes and Albania endures shelter shortages. Canada accountant James P. Lingtley dies in Toronto at 62.
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Egster
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Albania
Mussolini
Italy
Tirana
Colorado Shivers Amid Snow Hit Denver Area
Colorado and southern Rocky Mountain states feel unusually cold today as a four inch snow storm threatens citrus crops and disrupts travel. Reports indicate stalled autos on the mountain pass between Miami and Superior, Arizona.
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Colo
Rocky Mountain States
Miami
Superior
Arizona
James Cook Celebrates 99th Birthday in Irvine
James Cook of Irvine marks his 99th birthday with family ties to Irvine and Medicine Hat. Born December 24 1827 near London Derry Ireland he sailed to New York in 1848 aboard the Mary Morris, later teaching in Ontario and running a saw mill before settling to retirement with daughter Mrs. R D Porter in Western Canada.
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J. HH. Cook
Irvine
R. D. Porter
Medicine Hat
Londonderry
County Tyrone
Ireland
York State
Mary Morris
New York
N. Y
Ontario
Orangeville
Fergus
Cook
Eliza Gillespie
Turmoil in New South Wales Politics Amid Budget Clash
December turmoil in New South Wales politics as Labor rebels challenged Premier Lang. Government crushed debate to push a budget over 200 million dollars, proposing a one cent tax on publications and wage measures to ease worker discontent, risking broader opposition.
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Governont
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Spain Faced With Dictatorial Call for Power
Fragmented phrases describe a leader blamed for dictatorial aims. The text notes a regent and a plebiscite showing public support, with hints of plans to retire and avoid intervention in forming a future National Assembly.
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National Assembly
Dr J W Good Dies in Vancouver and Estate Details
Dr J W Good died in Vancouver last September leaving a net estate of 506960 dollars. The will and probate filings list the estate valued at the specified amount and names key heirs and executors.
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J.W. Good
Vancouver
Marines Land in Puerto Cabezas Nicaragua to Protect Lives
Washington announced that American marines and sailors landed without incident at Puerto Cabezas Nicaragua to protect lives and property. A neutral zone within rifle range of American and foreign properties was established. The landing involved forces from the cruisers Denver and Cleveland.
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Fage Hight
Auto crash kills man en route to Detroit
Windsor Ontario telegram reports Robert Stevenson, 43, was killed instantly near Big Rapids Michigan when his car skidded into a tree on the way to Detroit. Miss Gladys Young, bride elect, escaped serious injury. Father A W Young was seriously hurt. three other Young family members were unharmed. The party was traveling to Detroit.
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Robert Stevenon
Big Rapids
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Gladys Young
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Detroit
Three Die as Train Strikes Auto at Crossing in Wyandotte
In Wyandotte Michigan a car was struck by a speeding freight train at a crossing last night. John Landin aged 59 and Mrs Edna Zirk aged 60 both of Wyandotte and Mrs Elizabeth Evans of Lincoln Michigan died. Lawrence Landau aged 82 was listed among the injured.
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Lint
Mich
Lawrence Landau
Wandering Prince Carol Rumors Hint at Romania Return
Paris December 25 A P former Crown Prince Carol of Romania has not been heard from in two days with Neuilly authorities saying he is not at the house. Observers note a dark uninhabited look at the residence as trains and Vienna reports cast doubt on a Romania journey. Carol allegedly sent Christmas greetings to Neuilly yesterday.
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Troumaniin
Lady Maud Hoare Sets 12000 Mile India Flight
London reports Lady Maud Hoare and Sir Samuel Hoare depart Croydon for a 12000 mile round trip to India. The voyage, the longest by two women, showcases British civil aviation as they plan to traverse unvisited regions and stage a ceremonial wardrobe for Delhi.
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Maud Hoare
Croydon
Samuel ‘Hoare
India
Hoarse
Delhi
World's tallest nobleman Lord Reay plans Christmas visit
London reports Lord Reay, six feet nine and a half inches tall and still growing, will turn age on Christmas Day. He has arranged for many relatives in England and Scotland to visit him in Holland to celebrate.
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London
Lord Reay
England
Scotland
Holland
Alberta Livestock Dealers Must Hold License Under Act
The Alberta Department of Agriculture warns that the Produce Merchants Act applies to purchasing horses for resale. Any purchaser of horses for resale, within or from outside the province, must be licensed or buy through licensed produce merchants. Licenses are obtainable from the Department of Agriculture in Edmonton.
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Department of Agri
Department of Agriculture
Edmonton
Alta
Northeastern States Struck by Snow Ice and Storm Toll
Snow and ice blanketed the Northeastern States after mild Christmas warm spells. Streets became slick with sleet and light snow causing humorous accidents. An unidentified man died after a stairway fall and Max Liberman of Brooklyn perished when a car crash occurred as it skidded into another vehicle.
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Yester Ay
Max Liberman
Brooklyn
Wheat shows strength as prices edge higher in Winnipeg
December wheat held firm in Winnipeg with prices rising from 1-2 to 1-1/2 cents, closing at 1.34. The Canadian Pool was credited with early sales but absorbed by locals, while export demand and Chicago interests supported the market. Rye led gains among coarse grains with about a two and a half cent advance.
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Winnipeg
Chicago
Fatal Shooting in Jacksonville Courthouse Area Case
In Jacksonville Florida on December 7 a 19 year old Harrington killed 48 year old Behring after entering the Herrington home and shooting Mrs M L Herrington. Behring died at the scene reportedly during an alleged kidnapping related incident as witnesses said Behring fired first and Herrington returned fire hitting Behring five times.
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Auto Over 100 Foot Bank Narrowly Escapes in Hamilton
In Hamilton Ontario on December 27 Mr and Mrs Edwin B Castle and their eleven year old daughter escaped a fatal crash when their car collided with another and skidded over a hill 100 feet down landing on rocks. All three were thrown from the car but reached the embankment and reached the top uninjured aside from minor bruises. Two women in the other vehicle sustained minor injuries.
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Edwin B. Castle
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