Quarantine Placed On Chicago and Hammond as Smallpox Epidemic Spreads
In East Chicago and southern Chicago districts twelve thousand people are quarantined amid a smallpox outbreak. Nearly 100 cases reported in Chicago and Hammond. The quarantine restricts trucks, entry by permit, and schools and theaters are closed. Health officer cites a misdiagnosed chickenpox case as the catalyst. Officials plan further measures at a city meeting.
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Hammond
J. Tregallien
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President Approves Deserter's Sentence
President Wilson today approved a sentence of five years imprisonment by court martial for Captain John A Willers of the U S A deserter who said he came to the United States in 1914. Willers, arrested in New York, was among German cadets to enter the U S army as spies. He will now face trial on embezzlement of company funds.
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New York Prepares For New Year Eve Revels
International News Service reports New York hotels plan midnight service of “Now land-outers” breadline while some guests may carry refreshments past rooms open for New Year. False fire alarm from box 22 at 4 15 pm prompts investigation by Chief Frank J Connery to identify culprits.
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New York
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Frank J. Connery
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Women Named In 1921 Tawrence County Jury Wheel
Over 100 women are listed in Tawrence County 1921 jury wheel as qualified electors. Jury commissioners Milo Gibson and W M Bouk announce the plan, with 1600 names ordered for the year. The change signals women’s entitlement to jury service and prompts discussion on courtroom protocol and gender dynamics.
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W. M. Bouk
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De Valera Confirmed In Ireland By Secretary
New York dispatch reports Harry Baland, secretary to Eamonn de Valera, announced that the Irish republic leader is in Ireland after weeks of mystery. Baland said he has received messages from de Valera since his arrival, ending the uncertainty.
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Irish Republic
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Dog attack on Falls street ends with dog owner denial
William White of 408 Grant street told police last night that a dog owned by Roy Cobwell of Falls aronk bit him while he walked along Falls street near nine o clock. Cobwell said the dog had never bitten anyone before and denied the incident, with officers recording the report.
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Chatte
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Will Show Movies At Y Open House
The Y will host an open house with screenings of forthcoming films. Performances are scheduled at 7240 and other locations, inviting attendees to view, enjoy, and discuss the program.
Quick Gets Caught but Delay Makes Escape
In Columbus Grover H Quick was arrested after stealing potatoes from a local commission house at No 1 Gast Naghren Street. Delay fled via a train while Quick was taken to the police station. Delay was later pursued by officers.
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West Pittsburgh Barn Is Burned in Suspected Arson
At midnight a barn on Samuel Carbella’s Inter-State Limestone Co farm near West Pittsburgh burned. Four horses, fat cows, a calf, hay and gear were lost, about $2000 with no insurance. Carbella suspects arson. Constable Bannon and County Detective Of 7 Young investigated the blaze.
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Young
Leap Year Girls Make Good During Year Just Closing
Leap year girls performed well as the year closed in relay events. Prothonotary Campbell reports 1146 marriages granted, a gain of 216 from 1919 and 468 from 1418, showing what the girls can do when given chances in official records.
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Tax millage approved by council on new assessment
The council passed the ordinance setting the tax assessment millage for TOR1 at 8.1 mills. It allocates 5.0 mills for general city purposes, 3.4 mills for sinking fund, and 1.0 mill for the poor. The new assessment values are about 45,000,900, expected to raise slightly more revenue for treasury and purposes.
Post Office Totes for New Years Day
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Riotous melee as five hundred blue jackets clash in Market Street
Five hundred sailors, labeled blue jackets, massed on Market Street between Twelfth and Thirteenth amid cheers and shouting. An alleged insult sparked a riot that police failed to halt, injuring many and scattering hats and uniforms. Only one sailor, Officer Anderson of the Minnesota, was arrested.
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Long Distance Sausage Champion Tops Exhibition Crowd
An article notes the long distance sausage champion, Binga, who recently boosted the event by saving the prawneys exhibition and drawing a large white crowd. Reported feats include twenty-seven feet of pink sausage and a hefty total weight, with fans arguing the winner will travel further in future shows.
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Trans-Continental Flight Planned Amid War-time Moves
Washington reports a planned trans continental flight by Army Air Service pilots around Washington's birthday. With pilots in training at Jacksonville and Houston, preparations include navigation exercises and refueling stops. Officials discuss routing and potential timing, amid wartime aviation expansion and safety measures.
Elwell Case Nears Break in Gambler Murder Probe
Police believe a breakthrough is near in the Elwell murder case dating back to a shooting linked to a gambler and victim. A suspect named Linboer faces possible guilty pleas to robbery to gain seclusion as investigators pursue ties to gambling activity and the night of the crime involving multiple associates.
Death Record Fragments Reported In Township Notices
Fragmentary obituary notes list individuals and locations including West Washington streets and Heavier township. The readable items mention Clarence Chi, McCown, and Bnon Vabley with partial surnames and place references. The incomplete text suggests a local death notice or memorial record in progress.
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Washington Streets
Clarence Chi
Ayhe McCown
Bnon
Big New York Bankers See Optimism for 1921 Outlook
A New York banking conference report from International News Service quotes top bankers predicting a stabilizing year ahead. They cite deflation easing, stronger credit, and improved transportation and industry as foundations for renewed business activity, with cautious optimism about wage cuts and defender of robust reserves guiding a return to normal conditions. The piece notes global readjustments and calls for cooperative effort among employers, workers, and merchants to navigate the postwar period.
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Guarantyrns Company
Fragmented OCR News Snaps From New York City
Disjointed OCR text describes urban incidents and people linked to New York and nearby areas. Names like Howland Hathaway Clyde Telly and events around Washington Pennsylvania appear amid garbled phrases about industry, society, marriages, and wages with scattered references to locations and authorities.
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