Leading Muscatine Citizen W L Roach Dies in Chicago Hotel
William Leroy Roach prominent Muscatine manufacturer dies in Chicago after brief illness. City mourns loss of a key leader in business and local projects. Roach, who lived in Muscatine most of his life, died at the Brickstone Hotel after being taken ill in Chicago where he had planned several days’ stay. He was widely known for civic involvement and generosity toward local ventures.
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Foremost Citizen Roach Sees Long Public Career End
The obituary honors James Roach a leading Kansas City industrialist who rose from millwork to head several sash and door firms and lumber ventures. Born in 18th century roots, he built the Roach and Misnor Sash and Door Co and later directed multiple companies across Missouri and beyond, shaping the region’s milling, lumber and construction industries until his death.
Congressional Hearings Probe Military Subcommittees
Subcommittees in Congress resume hearings on universal testing and reform proposals. Detailing civil service and elections reform, the sessions review corruption risks in land use and political processes. General Scott and General Weaver appear, with votes and appropriations reported amid debate.
Teutons’ Eastern Advance Reversals Reported
Across reports from Berlin and Paris detail shifting fronts in Romania and along the Danube. Romanian forces are described as safe, with counterpressures near Galatas and Bal Porak, while Russian and Romanian units regroup after engagements.
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German peace note prompts British call for universal service
Amid debates on wartime policy, reports say Britain may turn to universal service as a response to Germany's peace proposal. Officials in London and Paris discuss the note's contents and potential joint actions, while Vatican statements distance the Holy See from any mediation.
West Liberty Honors Dead Brave Soldier
Private Charles Abbott Jr a West Liberty boy serving in the Pike Town Cavalry died on duty at Brownsville Texas. He returned home to West Liberty where funeral services at Christ Church drew large crowds. The local Odd Fellows and Scout Woodmen lodges participated in the graveside rites amid abundant floral tribute.
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Farm family shot at home near Navana in 1917 crime case
Sheriff Close of Navana reports Aliiwon Oly and others found shot dead in their farmhouse five miles northeast of town early Sunday. A 22 caliber rifle was used. shots pierced walls and a bedroom window. Authorities traced the trail to Lather and Maxon City, ending at relatives' home. Becker allegedly collected a debt from a tenant on December 13.
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General Scott on Stand in Senate on Universal Training
Washington Dec 18 General Scott chief of staff told the senate military committee that the army general staff favors universal training over the volunteer system, arguing it would be democratic economical and prepare the nation for war. He warned the volunteer system is extravagant inefficient and likely to fail in peace or war.
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Weather notes for Iowa and Illinois with unsettled areas
Partly cloudy and probably not many changes tonight and Tuesday. Somewhat warmer tonight and in the extreme northwest portion Tuesday. Illinois outlook shows fair tonight and Tuesday, except likely unsettled in the north, colder in the south tomorrow with clear to partly cloudy skies.
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