World business improves though France unsettled
Government officials foresee a healthier world economy in 1926 despite Europe’s instability. Britain and Italy show improved prospects with easier money and rising exports, while France battles debt, political change, and unstable production yet a favorable trade balance. Unemployment in Britain declines to about one million as Italy stresses financing controls and essential projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert &. Thornburgh
Wasington
Europe
Secretary of the Treasury
Mellon
Samuel H. Cross
Department of Commerce
Great Britain
H. C. MacLean
Rome
Ministry To Finance
Ans
Italy
MacLean
Freezing extinguishers promise safer switchboard fires
New carbon dioxide extinguishers, filled with gas like soda fountain setups, freeze the flame and blanket the burning area to deprive fires of air. They aim to reduce water damage in standard firefighting and may aid oil tankers and cargo holds aboard ships with serious fire risks.
Christmas Eve street scenes and winter bustle
A vivid snapshot of a city day with people and activities in a snowbound town. A football player delivering goods, tin mill workers on payday, shoppers filling the streets, a Salvation Army fundraiser, a motorist writing Merry Christmas on a car, and children admiring trees.
War Chest Funds to beadministered by Five Trustees
Columbiana county common pleas court must appoint a board of five trustees to administer the citys war chest totaling 50 000 The Seventh District Court of Appeals decision limits uses for the fund The judges say the money may be used as a memorial to soldiers of all wars or for World War I veterans
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Liverpool
Columbiana County Common Pleas Court
Seventh District Court of Appeals
Lisbon
Ponzi Lives Modestly as Florida Land Schemes Dream Ahead
Jacksonville reports Charles Ponzi, once the famed financial wizard of 1920, now resides in a furnished room above a Florida flat. He plans a nationwide sale of Florida real estate to repay creditors, claiming about 2 million dollars owed, and envisions offering low‑cost lots to northern buyers to build bungalows in the land of perpetual sunshine.
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International News Service
Jacksonville
Fla
Charles Ponzi
Ponzi
Florida
International
Ponal
Cherbon Land Syndicate
Boston
West Forsyth Street
Georgia
Alabama
Texas
North
Corn and oats boosts in corn belt and potato wart scare
The piece notes dry corn for fattening steers that run with hogs and the rise of high yielding oat varieties in Iowa and Taurus and other states. Black walnut timber emerges as a multimillion dollar crop from scattered trees in 33 states. Western pine beetle damages timber after last year's drought. USDA denies plans to loosen potato wart import restrictions. Canadian wheat crop now 422 million bushels up from 392 million.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Tanois
United States Forest Service
Farm wages surge over six decades with 1920 peak
Farm wages have risen more than 200 percent in sixty years, peaking in 1920 at 47 dollars per month with board.
Miami Flood Trumps Los Angeles in Quiet Showdown
A damp Miami faces off against Los Angeles with little drama as rain soaks the turf and the crowd stays muted. The exchange lacks fireworks or decisive moments, leaving both sides to endure a soggy, uneventful contest.
Opposition to World Court Swept Aside
Discussion in Washington on America's role at Geneva follows a decisive arms conference pattern. President Coolidge and advisers push for a firm, limited mandate. Delegates Hugh Gibson or Alanson Houghton will carry Washington instructions, with Hughes likely to lead. Borah’s possible inclusion remains uncertain as Senate foes vow no security pact support.
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Geneva
Hugh Gibson
Switzerland
Alanson B. Houghton
Great Britain
United States
Washington
Charles K. Hughes
America
Coolridge
Elihu Root
Hughes
Senate
White House
Europe
Borah
Idaho
Four Thousand Kiddies Get Christmas Treat
A community Christmas event distributed two tons of candy 333 dozen oranges and 4000 popcorn balls to local children. The bags were prepared by Carnegie Steel employees supervised by Clarence J. Miller, with popcorn popped by the electric shop. Santa and helpers handed out treats through the morning amid a festively lit playground tree topping with a large star visible for blocks. The tree will stay on display through the holiday season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carnegie Steel Company
Clarence J. Miller
Safety Department
Santa
Vagrant Guide Describes Hasty Crime Scene
An inquisitive tourist questions a guide about a notorious attack in a previous village. The guide, newly informed, asserts the villain fled this way and that the spot now marks where the ferocious assault occurred.
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Villian
Mole Not Solely a Pest in Garden Plots
The article argues the mole is not merely a nuisance as it furthers soil health by consuming worms and grubs. It notes the animal’s silent hearing range and its fur remains orderly in all directions, leaving moleskin clean even under stress.
Col John Coolidge Plans Quiet Christmas at Plymouth Home
Col John Coolidge aged father of the president continues convalescing at Plymouth Vermont home. He intends to spend most of Christmas Day with his household and a few close friends in the familiar setting of the Coolidge homestead.
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Charlies Edler
Henry G. Else
Norwood Avenue
Charles Edler
Galion
Skaters Try Hot Cocktail After Skating in London
London embraces a rare post skate treat as hot cocktails are prepared in a shaker with a hot water jacket instead of ice inside. The festive novelty blends warmth with a celebratory mood on December 24.
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H Ave
London
Last Resort in Anthracite Fields Referencing General Butler
The lines hint at a final effort in coal regions with a possible reference to General Butler as a figure of authority. No specific event, date, or battle is given, and details remain fragmentary requiring cautious interpretation.
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General Butler
Timepiece Trivia Hint Noting What Time It Isn’t
A short remark reflects on watches by suggesting they show what a time is not rather than what it is. The line hints at limitations of timekeeping devices and invites reflection on perception of moments.
Inglis Declines Comment On Clergy Letter In Coal Dispute
Scranton Pennsylvania December 23 W W Inglis chairman of the anthracite operators negotiating committee declined to comment on a clergy letter to him and John L Lewis urging end of the coal strike. The priests said most miners want to return to work and urged operators and workers to meet and settle the controversy. The move follows failure of a mayoral conference to convene talks earlier this week.
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International News Servian
Scranton
W W. Inglis
John L. Lewis
United Mine Workers of America
Inglis
Luzerne
Lackawanna
Three children die in Okmulgee apartment fire
A three story light housekeeping building in Okmulgee Oklahoma burned early today killing three children and badly burning several others. Rescue workers fear more bodies may be found as ruins are searched.
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Okmulgee
Oklahoma
Bule Btin
International News Service
Okla
Christmas Baskets Delighted Needy With Free Movie Treats
Baskets totaling 150 were delivered to those in need. At 9 a.m. Christmas morning hundreds of children will go to the Elks club and witness a free movie at the Nizon theater, then return for their treats. Local companies hosted parties for thousands of youngsters, easing reverses of the year and spreading charity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elks Club
Nizon Theater
Carnegie Steel Company
Welfare House
The
American Sheet and Tin Plate Company
Deaths Of The Day Mrs. Andrew Schmidt
Obituary notices from Ellwood City area listing deaths of Mrs. Bertha List Schmidt and others. Details include birth dates ages, survivors, funeral arrangements, and burial at Greenwood cemetery along with multiple family connections in Mahoning township Chicora and surrounding towns.
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Andrew Schmidt
Bertha List Schmidt
Mahoning Township
Lawrence County
Lowellville
Ohio
St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church
Schmidt
Walter Peterson
John Korby
John Peterson
William J. Andrew
Matilda
Albert
Henry
Harry
Katherine
Paul
Ruth Schmidt
Gus
William
Ben
Herman
Julius List
Fred Schmidt
A. M. Stump
St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
Greenwood Cemetery
Ella
Dunlap
Ella Smith Dunlap
D. M. Dunlap
Chicora
Harold Cartwright
Ellwood City
Parker Township
Butler County
William A
Sarah H. Barnhart Smith
J. M. Dunlap
Cartwright
H. G. Coates
L. H. Smith
New Castle
J. L. McCullough
T. F. Hans
Greenville
C. W. Smith
Detroit, Mich
Grace
Jack Dunlap
Thomas H. Hartman
H. L. Hartman
Los Angeles
Cal
Henry Hartman
Margaret Hartman
Great Falls
Mont
Hattie Hammell
Ashbury Park
N. J
Lizzie Koch
Pittsburgh
S. E. Irvine
First United Presbyterian Church
Deserts Turnout as Post Office Delivers Only Christmas Mail
Post office lobby nearly empty on Christmas Day as only parcels and special delivery letters were processed. Postmaster Norris thanks city residents for cooperation in bringing mail in early to clear the facility, noting staff efficiency and a quiet day.
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Norris
Mr. Norris
Ray M Matthews Visits Niagara Falls Family for Holidays
Ray M Matthews of Niagara Falls is spending the holidays with his mother Mrs Charles Matthews on West North Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray M. Matthews
Niagara Falls
Charles Matthews
West North Street
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Tn Land Deals
Pennsylvania
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Miami
the Greetings
Rosi
Nenana
Cutiura
Thomas W. McQuaide
Bangor General Hospital
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Maine
McQuaide
Peerless
Lead
Winifred Thompson McQuaide
Marguerite Coffin
Ellwood Lodge
Delta Chapter
Lawrence Commandery
Syria Temple
Pittsfield
Margaret
Argai Smith
Harry Miles
Laurel Avenue
Carl Richards
R. D
Henry G. Eise
Argan Smith
Philip Auer
Peace Lutheran Church
Irene Rita Boyle
Frank G
Rose Carson Boyle
Wilson Avenue Extension
Agnes
Anna
Helen
Thomas
St. Mary's Cemetery
Sarah E. Hartman
Edgewood Avenue
Allegheny Cemetery
Carolyne Ferrante
Wampum
St. Monica’s Church
Calvary Cemetery
Youngstown
Mrs. Trusel
Elizabeth Trusel
Oak Grove
Wicht
Howarth
Neshannock
Herbert Eakin
George Meyers
Elmer Armstrong
Frank Fisher
Newton Dick
Charles Gross
Merry Christmas
the Winter Co
Ud Boot Washi Destinaton
Geo. F. Winter
Pres
Robins Furniture Co
Fast
First National Bank
New Castle, PA
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