Prohibition Wood Alcohol Plague Spreads Across Cities
Reports from New York Chicago Chicopee Holyoke Syracuse Des Moines and others show wood alcohol poisoning deaths and blindness rising since prohibition began. Seventeen men were arrested nationwide for the illegal sale and manslaughter potential as the Industrial Commission seeks bids for industrial peace reforms.
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New
York
New York
Chicago
Chicopee
Mass
Cleveland
Holyoke
Fladley
Masa
Syracuse
Filly Emporium
Penn
Des Moines
New Haven
Internal Revenue
Married Today by Rev Henson at Barrow Street
Two divorce suits were filed in circuit court today. The first names Joss Reynolds against Evelyn Reynolds for general indignities. Reynolds is an ex soldier wounded in battle. The second suit Frances Smith sues Ottie Smith for general indignities. the couples reside near Yates.
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Wee
Hulen
Joss Reynolds
Evelyn Reynolds
Surprise Birthday Party for E H Perkins in Polson Street
E H Perkins of Polson street was treated to a surprise party and dinner by his wife to celebrate his birthday. Guests included Mr and Mrs J E Currier and son Chas Currier with family, Chas Wright of Woodville, Mrs Epper son, Lewis Franklin with daughter and son, Mr Roberts, Frank Kaufman, Harry Perking and family.
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E. H. Perkins
Polson Street
Perkins
J. E. Currier
Chas, Currier
Chas, Wright
Woodville
Epperson
Lewis Franklin
Mr. Roberts
Frank Kaufman
Harry
Perking
Turkey Supper Tonight at Mrs Jenkins Home
Mrs Susie Jenkins hosts a small party this evening at 112 South Ault Street with turkey supper. Guests include Mrs T Blinkenship and family, Mrs Elsie McLaughlin, Mrs Mary Huitt man, Melvin Marshall, and Ralph Leftridge.
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Susie Jenkins
Can Of Heater Ignites Alarm In Morley Street Home
A coal heater placed in a bathroom by B. B. Harrison at 206 North Morley Street caused smoke and odor. The alarm sounded after the room filled with smoke. Chief Crews arrived, used a gas mask, and extinguished the stove. No damage beyond paper soot was reported.
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B. B. Harrison
North Morley Street
David Whitaker Passes At 71 After Illness
David Whitaker died at 71 this morning at the home of his daughter Selbert 5 7 Garfield Avenue My Whittaker had lived eighty years with his last birthday on November 22 He is survived by three daughters Allie Johnson Mrs dda Garnett and a son Frank Whittaker one brother William Whittaker and two grandchildren The remains were moved to Cameron Junction for the funeral service scheduled tomorrow afternoon.
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Selbert
Garfield Avenue
Whittaker
Jase
Allie Johnson
Trenton
M's. Dda Garnett
Cameron
Junction
Throckmorton Couple Announce Move to West Lee Home
Correction notes C Elmer Throckmorton and his bride returned to Trem on visit in St Louis and will set up housekeeping soon in their newly bought home on West Lee Street. Gifts received last Friday were misattributed by the Democrat. The property was bought by Mr Throckmorton via Victor Gillum and associates. Grace Duma traveled to Salisbury this afternoon for a party at Lisa Kuch Pennell’s home.
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Alerman F. Comer
Minnie Carte
Barrow Street
Union
Ned
Jacksonville
Miss Carter
Carter
Comer
Bride
Nebraska
Elmer Throckmorton
St. Louis
West Lee Street
Democrat
FP. B. Satterlee
Grace Duma
Salisbury
Lisa Kuch Pennell
Brothers Die Within Three Days of Each Other
Mrs A G Pidler of this city was called to Kansas City by the death of her brother Mr A Petty who died December 20. Earlier brother Jos C Petty died December 17 in a hospital at Cole. Both men were well known in this county and the note mentions a double bereavement in one week.
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A. G. Pidler
Kansas City
A. Petty
Teds
Fidler
Jos. C. Fetty
Cole
Contempt Proceedings Granted In Kansas Miners Case
Judge A B Anderson of the federal court granted an indefinite continuation of contempt proceedings against Alexander Howatt, president of the Kansas miners, after counsel Henry Warum argued Howatt’s effort aimed at ending the strike. The action centers on conduct during the dispute and is pending further proceedings.
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Orc
A. B. Anderson
Alexander Howatt
Kansas Miners
Henry Warum
Coiunsel
Howth
Hawatt
Immigrants Stalled as Elllis Island Overcrowding Grows
New York December 29 crowds gather at Ellis Island as more than 3 000 immigrants remain aboard ships awaiting admission. Inspections and special inquiry boards struggle to relieve unprecedented congestion while families across the country await word. Police and coast guard guard piers to manage anxious crowds and prevent rushes to reach ships. Many detainees are Italians and Greeks. several liners report hundreds of steerage passengers detained for further examination.
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National Greek Line
Brooklyn
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Monterey
Mexico
Havana
Scientists convene for 57th meeting of American Association
Scientists from the American Association for the Advancement of Science gather in St. Louis for the 57th meeting. The four day session, hosted by Washington University and local institutions, includes 26 affiliated societies such as the American Astronomical Society and the American Chemical Association with parallel meetings across the city.
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Louie
America
American Association For the ‘Advancement At Science
National Scientific Societies
Washington
Geo. T. Moore
Missour Botanical Garden
Cand
Simon
Lexiier
Rocksteller Institute For
John Merle Coulter
University of Chicago
Pnty
American Astronomical Society
Thes
American Chemical Association
Watt
Thanking Talendsio for Kind Support in Loss
Anson H. Gilum and family express gratitude to Harold E. Holcomb Florence DuChane Maurice Garland and their spouses for comforting words deeds and floral offerings after the death of a beloved wife mother and grandmother. the note names several relatives and sends sincere appreciation.
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Anson H. Gilum
Gilham
Owife
Harold E. Holcomb
Flonce DuChane
Maurice Garland
Mary DuChane
Extradition Talk Circles German Leader War Crimes
Paris dispatches indicate the Versailles treaty will apply in 1920 and that French and British officials are consulting over punishment for German leaders, with the former Kaiser’s fate briefly mentioned amid extradition discussions.
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Kaisler
London
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Furmer Kaiser
Paris
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Alleged Wife of Man Who Jilted Woman at Altar Appears
Harrisburg December 2 Mrs William Vermilye claims to be the wife of Brooklyn physician Dr William Vermilye who disappeared on Christmas Eve en route to wed Miss Ruth Keeney of Massachusetts. She declined to discuss his affairs.
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Wiliam Grey Varmilye
Brooklyn
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Vermilye
New York
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William
Greg Vermilye
Ruth MM. Keener
Monson
Cumberland Street Hospital
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British wets push death-from-drinking narratives in prohibition fight
A report describes British pro alcohol advocates capitalizing on deaths from wood alcohol to undermine the dry movement. The Evansn Telegram notes nationwide alcohol-related deaths bolster anti prohibition sentiment and that breweries plan to use death story clippings in advertising against prohibition.
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United States
Evening Telegram
The Irish Attack Was a Mistake
Dublin reports a claimed attack near Viscount French lodge not an assault on the vice regal residence. Police officials say the affair remains shrouded but likely stemmed from overzealous guards. Lieutenant Beast and civilian Lawrence Carey were killed as guards confronted the intruders. Details of the thefts are still circulating amid mystery.
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Viscount French
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Poliew
Beast
Jawrence Carey
Boast
Euest
Heutenwnt
Reorganization of Bryan League in New York
The Bryan League of New York announces a December reorganization to promote Bryan policies and urge him as a Democratic presidential candidate. Camp No. 6006 held a session with pledges to DMs Bradley and Maple Leaf Camp No. 860 of Jefferson News. class adoption and instation will occur Jan 21. meetings move to afternoons with next gathering Jan 11 at 2 15.
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Bryan League
Prark A. Warger
Bryan
Siler
Bradley
Jefferson
Ews
Importa
Ron
Toledo Newspaper Raises Price to Seven Cents
The Toledo Sunday Times announces a price increase beginning January to seven cents, after keeping six cents during the war and following period. The paper cites higher paper costs as the reason for the hike.
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Toledo
Ohio
Sunday Times
Labor drive to kill Cummins bill dominates railroad union conference
In Washington on December 2 a conference of railroad union heads opens with a plan to oppose broad legislation like the Cummins and Exxx bills now before Congress. Key topics include wage increases the industrial commission report and effects of the railroad return. Union leaders oppose anti strike provisions and riders claimed to block strikes. Potential outcomes include labor opposition to anti strike features and a push for a presidential platform favoring government rail control.
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Industrial Commission
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Wilson Commission
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William Walter Harrison Dies Yesterday
Obituary notes the death of William Walter Harrison, who passed away yesterday morning at his home in Worthworth. Mrs Philip Kribb is named in the line of notices. The brief notice lists Harrison as a Democrat with possible reference to local ads or campaign notes.
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Walter Harrison
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