Auto Strikes A Buggy In Dark Collision Aboard
A buggy and auto collided near the rural hamlet of Lam Birth Place when lights failed and the car crossed to the wrong side. Roy Bowman, driver of the buggy, was knocked unconscious briefly. the auto occupants escaped with torn tires and shock. The incident prompted apologies for careless driving and notes that none were seriously injured.
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Tievies
Champen of Commerce
Davies
James Morrison
Hardison
Anean
Tellurium in Backyard Fuel Boom Sparks Engine Boost Claims
An article by Herbert C. Little reports a Wisconsin claim that a tellurium compound mixed with gasoline could greatly increase internal combustion engine efficiency. Proponents say engines, planes, and cars could reach higher speeds with improved power, though experts note limited tellurium supply and caution on feasibility.
Fighting Rages House to House in Belfast
Turmoil returns in Belfast as clashes resume between troops and armed groups in suburbs. Reports say a death toll near 27 with ongoing sniping and motor sorties as security forces restore order amid a new crisis in Ireland.
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Belfast
Peltanty
Nehling
Ulster
Atom Penn
Senator Reed Visits St. Louis Talks With Local Leaders
Senator Janes A. Reed arrived on No. 2 and spent the afternoon at the Merchants hotel conferring with friends. City leaders and residents learned of his presence and hurried to the hotel to meet him before he departs on No. 9 to Kansas City.
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Zans
Moherly
Kansas City
Metal additive may double internal combustion engine power
Separate investigations by chemists explored using tellurium and silenium compounds to stop engine knock and boost power. Water vapor and later diethyl telluride ran more efficient elimination of knock, hinting at revolutionary fuel use. Discoveries hinge on safe practical application and major engine redesign. Tellurium occurs in native form or with gold, with deposits worldwide.
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Herbert C. Little
Madison
Wisn
Victor Léavher
University of Wisconsin
Nationals Research Actncil
Thomas Midgley
Thomas Boyd
General Motors Laboratories
Dayton
Ohio
Dr. Lender
United Press
United States
National Research Council
Leaher
Lender
Research Council Iniun
Telluride
Silentum
Lenker i
Lenhar
Peeping Prowler Reported on West Rolling Street
Late night incident near 826 West Rollins Street where Edward Merrill encountered a prowler outside a window. Bloodhounds tracked scent to a railroad crossing but the man evaded capture. the Merrill household faced fear as Mrs Merrill and Miss Maude were left frightened. Local police and a dispatch of bloodhounds followed the trail.
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Jadward Merril
R. J. Merrill
West
Rollins Street
Edward
Mr. Merrill
Mrserry Lad
Ria Gay
Sie
Wiss Maude
Geo
Vainigore
Aman
Ntrs
Memiik
Farmers Back Road Widening Plan in Renick Area
A Renick westend meeting shows farmers favor widening the road from Clark to Six-Mile Lane with little opposition. Ralph Mitchell chairs. committee Cottingham Hamilton Slaughter to secure consent from absent owners and start bids once ground rights are obtained.
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Renick Westend
Renick
Rers
Ralph Mitchell
Rebicks Acter
Fee County
Arden
Mittee
Guy
Cottingham
John Hamilton Andames Slaughter
Sauso
Clark
J Randle Raed
Uireagh
Elton
Dr Robt McCracken Indicted for Murder in New Jersey
Belleville New Jersey February reports two indictments accusing Dr Robt McCracken of murder. The article lists accompanying details about the case including alleged statements and bond considerations pending further court action.
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Dr. Robt. McCracken
Belleville
Rober McCracken
Riehwits
Bond
Three Killed In Automobile Accident Near Kansas
An automobile crash left three people dead after the vehicle ran off an embankment and fell onto a frozen riverbank. The wreck occurred near a municipal park area, with authorities recovering the bodies from the ice.
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Kansas
Guy
Ratter Ward
Lions and Rotary honor leaders at dinner toast
Lions and Rotary clubs tested fellowship at a banquet where Melvin Jon, Perry, Walden and Weis spoke on duty and unity. The event featured a charter presentation, reflections on Lion strength and fidelity, and praise for service toward humanity.
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Melvin
Jon International
Jones
Speeslees Wien
Bions
A . Marsh
Elid
Organigarg
Kansas
Perry
Rotary
Othe
Dutsit
Lions
Walden
Vite Weis
Wwe
Weis
Elahs
Thys
Rei
Pete Brautler
Republicans delay plan to raise soldier bonus funds
In Washington on February 1 Republicans in the House moved to pare down the budget and drop plans to raise money for the soldier bonus. Representative Montiel of Wyoming said the party had practically decided against using a special tax, fixes, or a bond issue. Mondell, a leading supporter, failed to secure a White House meeting as President Harding worked on a letter detailing his stance on the bonus.
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Washington
Dd. C
House
Representative Montiel
Wyoming
Mondell
Congress
White House
Harding
American Citizen Killed in Mexico Near Monterey
Washington reports an American citizen Charles G. Burroughs was shot and killed near Monterey Mexico on February 1 1916. The two identified assailants were believed to be Americans and the State Department was notified today.
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Washington, D. C
Charles G. Burroughs
America
Monterey
Mexico
Une
Department Aws
Boy Scouts Sponsor Work With Moberly Chamber
The article notes a new effort in Moberly to organize Boy Scouts with backing from the Chamber of Commerce. Advisory committee members Davies and de Py Berry will lead, with two other men providing leadership as the movement begins.
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PNG
Adie
Wback Ber
Neti Ponet
Ehanan
Coaumer
Davies
de Py Berry
Chamber ‘of Commerce
Dorsi NE
Secu
Treaps
Local Attorney George Ay Boden Suspected in Family Tragedy
Reported in Los Angeles in February, attorney George Ay Boden, prominent figure, is tied to the killing of his wife and mother. The chaotic sequence of claims follows a personal crisis with unclear details. former residents of Moberly are mentioned in connection with the case.
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Los Angeles
Calif
George Ay “Boden
Los Aeres
Mack Sennett Quizzed Today in Los Angeles Case
District Attorney Woolwine questioned motion producer Mack Sennett about a murder case. Sennett spoke freely and offered information on eight alleged blackmailers, while investigators pursued another linked case through the night. The Ladies Aid section is mentioned in connection with the incident.
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Mack Sennett
Taylor
Case
Los
Angeles
Fepr
Sennett
Woolwine
Wiliam
Rane
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