Du Pont Powder Plant Explosion Shakes Four States
A massive blast at the Du Pont powder works in Haskell New Jersey destroyed 400000 pounds of powder and injured workers amid fires. The explosion rattled New York City and northern New Jersey, damaged Pompton Lakes homes and a nearby knitting mill, with about 12 injuries and only two of more than 1500 workers reported missing. Authorities warned no plot is suspected as rescuers and hospital staff treated victims through the night.
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Haskell
N J
New York
New Jersey
New York City
Europe
Manhattan
Brooklyn
Bronx
Westchester County
Staten Island
Albany
Massachusetts
Butler
Pompton Lakes
Artistic Kniting
Ramapo
Jaméds Lynch
du Pont Company
Wilmington
Del
Kashell
Riots and Ruins After Kingsland Plant Fire
Kingsland’s Cana dian Car and Foundry plant lay in smoldering ruins after a night bombardment. Four investigations from Bergen County officials and federal agents probe whether the blaze was accidental or incendiary as townsfolk fear rebuilding. The Canadian company hints at likely nonrebuilding while Red Cross aids displaced residents in a landscape likened to battle zones in Europe.
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Canadien Car and Foundry Company
Kingsland
Neat Aoa Do Tha
Thomas J. Huckin
Bergen County
A. A. Clay
Mcintyre
Ununion
Iar Pany
Ths
Clay
Shefer & Conklin
Rutherford
Union Seca
New York
Belgium
France
Ernest P. Bicknell
American Red Cross
Europe
House Reopens Leak Inquiry After acrimonious vote
The House referred Representative Lawson's leak investigation back to the Rules Committee with expanded powers to compel testimony. Cantrill urged binding demands for names as the panel plans a new resolution, aiming to recall Lawson and possibly cite him for contempt if he refuses to answer.
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Washington
Wood
Wall Street
House
Thomas v. Laws
Boston
Congress
Lawson
Representative Cantrill
Kentucky
Rules Committee
Lagan
Conde Gress
Cantrill
Can
Henry
Cantrilil
Mann
Ortahpelly
Wilson
Harrison
Mississippi
Heflin
Alabama
Whitman Breaks with War Over Third Term Plan
Governor Whitman asserts personal control of the Republican State machine. The State Committee elects George A. Glynn as Chairman by 131 of 150 votes, with no opposition. Courtlandt Nicoll attacks a party manager system while Westchester’s Ward raises doubts about dual governance.
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State Committee
Republican Cluir
Frederick C. Tanner
George A. Glynn
Albany
Tanner
Glynn
Westchester County
George W. Aldridge
Nicoll
William M. Calder
Be F
Prom Ted Oy
Plas
Arty
Jestis
Harakiri
Mr. Nicoll
Edward Schoeneck
Onondaga
Ward
Inner Council
Sweet
Courtlandt Nicoll
Republican State Committee
Shock of Explosion Felt in Troy Glare Seen in Springfield
Residents in Rensselaer and Washington Counties felt two earth shocks at 9:40 and 9:43 PM. Hoosick Falls windows broke as houses shook violently with a faint southward rumble. Shocks were felt within 100 miles of Troy before news of the New Jersey explosion clarified the event.
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Springfield
N. Y
Rensselaer
Washington
Hoosick Falls
Haskell
New York
Mass
New Jersey
Massachusetts
Pittsfield
West Springfield
Chester
Hinsdale
Longmeadow
Hazardville
Southwick
Suffield
Atlantic Electric Unveils Lighted Trains on Route
The article notes Atlantic Electric introduces illuminated train cars on a specified route. It highlights new lighting features and the anticipated impact on passenger visibility and safety.
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Ace
Kaiser calls for redoubled effort against foe
In a proclamation the Kaiser accuses the Entente of lust for conquest and plans to crush Germany and enslave Europe and the seas. He pledges burning indignation and holy wrath to redouble German strength and vows full victory. He speaks of gods and freedom in German hearts as he urges mobilization and resolve.
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Germany
PRESS
Entente
London
Europe
President Decides On Mexican Moves
President Wilson has decided the next moves with Mexico, to be announced after the American-Mexican Joint Commission meets in New York. The plan includes withdrawing Pershing’s expedition and sending Ambassador Fletcher to Mexico City, while Carranza’s rejection of the Atlantic City protocol is noted as not blocking other questions between the two governments.
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United States
Mexico
Wilson
New York
Joint Commission
Pershing
Fletcher
Mexico City
Lane
American Commission
di Inderaynneureno Paives
Carranza
Atlantic City
State Department
Manuel Palez
Zapata
Cuernavaca
Cape of Morelos
Federal District
Cnty
Vera Crus
Wilson Studies Entente Reply Amid Senate Skepticism
President Wilson weighs the Entente reply as most senators and unofficial observers express little hope for approval. The stance signals cautious diplomacy and mounting congressional doubt about entering a broader alliance.
Entente Replies to Wilson Note Seen as Forthright
Paris and Washington weigh the Allies reply to President Wilson's December note. Officials praise its firmness and clarity while signaling continued secrecy and negotiations. The piece underscores Europe’s reorganization aims, restoration of Alsace Lorraine, Armenian liberation, and a postwar framework to curb German power.
Filla Column Defeated Near Concho in Villa Battle
General Pablo Gonzales with de facto forces defeated a column of Francisco Villa's followers at Pilar de Concho sixty miles west of Santa Rosalia and forty miles north of Parral. Many Villa prisoners were taken and Villa losses were heavy. General Murguia visits Chihuahua City after victory.
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Chihuahua City
Mexico
el Paso
Pablo Gonzales
Francisco Villa
Pilar de Concho
Santa Rosalia
Parral
Gonsales
Mexico City
Italian Battleship Regina Margherita Sunk by Mine
Rome reports the Italian battleship Regina Margherita struck a mine and sank on December 11 with 675 crew lost and 270 saved. Berlin cites the Anzeiger of Basel via Overseas News Agency confirming the loss and noting the sinking occurred near Avicns.
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Rome
Berlin
Regina Margherita
Sayville
Anzeiger of
Baste
Switzerland
Agel
German Press Urges Stricter War Policy After Wilson Note
Berlin newspapers react to President Wilson as Entente demands are labeled conquest and peace becomes unattainable. Kreuz-Zeitung insists more resolute war is needed while other papers predict an end to peace hopes and rally for German unity.
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Germany
Wilson
Berlin
Tigiiche Rundschau
Sereth
Mediterranean
Kreuz-Zeitung
Germany signals indirect note on Entente peace offer
From Herlin a staff correspondent reports Germany’s reply to the Entente peace note is read as an indirect answer. It suggests continued willingness to talk peace at a conference table but rejects renewed blame games. German fears of a premature peace without parliamentary input spread in Bambare Bar and the Rhineland.
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Herlin
London
Germany
Entente
Central Powers
Bethmann Hollweg
Bambare
Bar
Rhineland
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