Religious Services and Meetings Amid Severe Cold
Churches report two crowded congregations despite freezing weather. Dr. Swift delivers a strong sermon at First Congregational. First Baptist holds services in a dedicated room due to the cold, with Pastor Hunter addressing the church. Skipping gym class tonight. Community events include Fraternal Night with planned addresses and aid society meeting. Church notices list schedules for Sunday and midweek programs across multiple denominations.
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Mentines
Swift
Webb
Presbyterian
Haga
Leite Stntevel
Gu Yicsch
Peewine
Briday
Sitin
Trade balance and cures promoted in early ad copy
An ornate advertisement touts Muis Emulson Cod Liver and other coccinone remedies for coughs and chest ills. It claims readers will notice return of strength and improved breathing, asserting the United States has a big trade balance and promising customer satisfaction with guaranteed foods and prices.
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J. Erskine Mills
Briggest
Democrats Edge in Tight Congressional Poll, Report Says
From Washington the Associated Press notes a narrow Democrat lead in early congressional polling. The piece mentions Independents and vacancies affecting the balance, with results showing a slim advantage for the Democrats as December begins.
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Associated Press
Washington
Mayor-Elect Cox Set to Take Office January First
Mayor elect Cox will assume duties tomorrow and be at City Hall on New Year’s Day from 9 to 12 in the forenoon and 3 to 5 in the afternoon. A public meeting is planned to see him.
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Orelect
Blood Poisoning First Aid Treatment Options
An old ad fragment promotes OtiaSafe First Aid Treatment for blood poisoning and related ailments. It mentions quick action, small costs, and recovery promises, listing items like laxatives and lice remedies with prices around 26 to 30 cents. Entities include OtiaSafe and Wisard Lice as brand names despite garbled text.
New Year Events Highlight Local Notice
A chaotic page notes New Year activities in the city. An Epworth League Union meeting at St. Pauls Church includes a drafted men address by Frank from Camp Upton. There is a dance by Ontario Hose Co and a lodge installation. Holiday hours at Empire Alleys are listed with seven teams in play.
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Jonser
Orel Ct
Cox
Wedevening
St. Paul's Church
Epworts League Union
Newburgh
Frank
Camp Upton
Grinton
Ontario
Yacies’ Hall
Deisseroth
Masone Temarder Co
Stratton
Hoffman Lodge
Empire Alleys
Unverified Fire Rumor Circulates in Parksville Area
A report of a fire spread locally but officials say the rumor is unfounded. An investigation traced the tale to混 confusing details along the NESSON Branch of the O and W rail line, with Parksville mislocated on the main branch.
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Parksville
Sullivan
Nesson
Camp Dix Soldiers Hike Through Record Cold Weather
Camp Dix soldiers at Wrightstown New Jersey faced a brutal cross country hike in December cold as temperatures plummeted to 15 below zero in some areas. Guards endured heavy kit and rifles while many men doubled up to stay warm, showcasing endurance in harsh winter conditions.
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Camp Dix
Wrightstown
N. J
Direct primaries seem to be safe in Albany report
Gov Whitman and leaders foresee a legislative session focused on state finances. federal action anticipated as needed. current direct primaries appear secure amid shifting political dynamics. arcane OCR fragments obscure several details.
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Albany
Whitman
Esi Jon
Sufig 4
Pitea
Plan to raise pay for railroad workers announced
Washington reports that director general McAdoo and the Federal Board of Mediation discussed raising the pay of rank and file railroad workers and trimming top executives. Steps will be taken to relieve the coal shortage in New York and New England with orders to favor coal shipments.
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Associated Press
Washington, Deco, Jr
McAdoo
Federal Board of Mediation
New York
New England
Borrow Guns for Pershing's Force
A terse AP dispatch notes efforts to borrow firearms for American Expeditionary Forces led by Pershing. The brief item mentions committees and Crezvier in connection with arranging arms amid wartime needs.
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Pershing
French Active On The Italian Front Reported
A dispatch from Bern notes French forces on the Italian front engaging German positions near Monti Tort. The German general Stag is reported confirming pressure on the line as Allied forces press through difficult terrain.
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Apsce
Bern
Bee
Monty Tort
Stag
More Lightless Nights Ordered By Authority
New York reports continue as the city orders new lightless nights effective next Wednesday. The order, issued by the state conservation committee, targets Ulghi heat and power as part of energy saving measures amid ongoing restrictions.
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Associate Press
New York
Dec
Sutte Conservation
Ulghi
Heat and Power
Obituary notes amid local families and notable figures
An obituary column lists Eliza R. Warring died December 14 at her daughter's home with survivors including A. Hopper and H. Fort, while Gen Anson G. McCook and Lieut. George A Ride are noted for Civil War service. Other notices recall Joseph R. Whittaker of Stevens Point and Joseph Rampe family losses, with references to Mrs. Catherine McCook Knox and local relations.
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Eliza R. Warring
Eliza Red Stsears
Giles Pierpont
Ile A Hopper
Riverside
Henrietta Fort
Wurtsboro
Henrietta Clark
Glen Wild
Albert
Howells
Orange
Lewis
Warring
Jersey
Anson G. McCook
New York
Anson’ Seorge
New York Law Pub G Company
New York Law
Catherine McCook Knox
al McCook
George A
Bric-Gen
Johnson
Camp Upton
Joseph R. Whittaker
Joseph R Whittaker
Stevens Point
Wis
Fallsburg
BR. D. Whittaker
Liberty
Chamber Seeks Factory Survey For War Contracts
The United States Chamber asks the local Chamber of Commerce to survey city plants to determine which can qualify for war contracts. The effort begins today with secretary Their leading the statewide initiative as chambers across the state engage in similar actions.
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United States Chamber of Commerce
Chamer of Commerce
Chambers of Commerce
Rochester
Keator Dies Local Doctor and Army Captain
Capt. Frank Keator, M R C commanding 1 Sanitary Train, Camp Devens, died at his Kingston home after a week long illness. A well known Ulster County physician, his death follows a long career in medicine and public service. Also noted were preparations for lawmakers to travel to Albany for the session, with Sen. John D. Stivers and Assemblyman C. J. Mead among those mentioned.
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Keator
Frank Keator
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Camp Devens
Kingston
Ulster County
Christmas Cantata at St Pauls Church Recurs Next Sunday
The Christmas cantata The Star of Bethlehem presented by the church choir under Prof A Stanley Dean was well received at St Pauls Church Sunday. It will be repeated next Sunday evening. A prayer meeting is planned at J Campbell 373 North Street Wednesday evening.
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Caleb H. Baumes
Newmarsh
Delver
Lund
Grimsen
Christ Church
St Pauls Church
A. Stanley Dean
J. Campbell
North Street
Personal Notices and Social Events Update
Miss Candace Dawson a New York School of Music student spends vacations at her mother Mrs Mars Pawson home in New York City. Miss Marie McCune of Wartshoro visits Dawson home for a period, with other relatives gathering for weekend social plans and family supervision of preparations.
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Candace Dawson
New York School of Music and
New York City
Mars Pawson
Marie McCune
Wartshoro
Dawson Ome
Many Miners Reported Killed in Coal Mine Disaster
A severe coal mine disaster at the Assihania Coal Co. near Throop leaves many miners dead and others missing. Rescue teams search the Underwout mine as authorities confirm a large toll and continued recovery efforts.
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Assihania Coal Co
Ten Die As Result Of Cold Weather
Ten persons perished as extreme cold swept a region, with authorities reporting multiple fatalities and continued freezing conditions. Emergency crews urged residents to seek shelter and conserve heat as frigid temperatures persisted.
Satisfied With Your Job In The American Magniftoe
A writer observes a split among men at income levels around 4 0 or 3 5 0 0. Half progress after breakthrough, the other half grow complacent. Contentment with easy work breeds stagnation and idleness, fueling decline while ambition and saving drive others forward.
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Hnlf
Fragmentary Verse Fragments Echo a Cheerful Resolve
The text shows scattered lines of broken verse about resilience after sorrow and longing. It references shadows, tears, and worry, urging inner strength and to set aside victories for future hope. The overall mood is reflective and aspirational.
Lost in One's Own Room
A brief note cautions readers about the panic of waking in a bedroom and being lost among chairs. It advises calling for assistance instead of wandering and bumping into objects, noting that nervous or ill individuals may panic. The Times-Press suggests using the want ads for help.
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Cain
Bellans Ad Promises Indigestion Relief
An old advertisement for Bellans claims it absolutely removes indigestion with a 25 cent price and a druggists refund if it fails. The surrounding text discusses friendship and virtues in a reflective, moral tone with fragmented prose.
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Bellans
To Renew Linoleum With Wax Polishing Method
A vintage home care note describes renewing linoleum by applying prepared liquid wax to the surface, polishing with a woolen undergarment piece and wax cloth, then buffing with a cotton cloth until it shines. Daily waxer polishing saves scrubbing and preserves the flooring.
Iodine Worth Having in the Home
Advice lists iodine as valuable in emergencies and for bites and wounds. Instructions claim it speeds healing, reduces inflammation in joints, and supports healing within days with nightly applications.
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Mary E Rampe
Joseth Rampe
Thie
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Rumior
Chamber
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C. J. Mead
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Assembly
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Beave
Adker
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Magniftoe
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Tohnson
Morris Steel
Aaa
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John Miller
Uncle Sam
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D” Co
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Fobacco
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