Train wreck near Quertars injures many and kills dozens
Reports from Laredo Texas state a troop train derailed after a collision near Querrtars on Sunday. About twenty soldiers killed and scores injured as the crowded train plunged into a deep ditch. Passengers say bandits blew up an express car near Carneros, aiming to seize large sums of money. The wife of General Francie Murguia was aboard.
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Jy Fonte
Chinese Premier Pleads For War In Secret Parliament Session
Premier Tuan Chi Jai and the cabinet urged a war declaration against Germany during a secret parliamentary session in Peking. The measure was sent to the standing committee for Thursday, drawing strong senate opposition over cabinet reorganization and strength.
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Tuan Chi Jai
Germany
Standing Committee
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Germans Deny Sinking of Healdton Steamer
London dispatch reports the German legation at The Hague rejects Reuters account that the American tank steamer Healdton was sunk by a German submarine. The denial contradicts captain and crew testimony that the vessel was torpedoed off Terhe shelling without warning, while Germany hints the ship violated safety norms.
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the Hague
Reuters
Healdton
Tersehelling
Herman
Vawter May Know His Fate Tonight
In Christiansburg Virginia on May 9 the trial of Horf Charles Bo Vawter of Virginia Polytechnic Institute continued for the killing of Stockton Meth Jr. Maret A large crowd attended and a verdict was expected tonight.
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Charles Bo Vawter
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Stockton Meth Jr
Maret
Grains for Bread Only French Decide
Paris on May 4 decree published in the official journal bans use of rye barley or wheat for any purpose other than bread making. The measure aims to ensure grain supplies for bread.
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Paris
Prohbir
Arkansas State Senator Sentenced for Bribery Conviction
Arkansas deputy judge sentenced state senator to one year in prison and fined for bribe related activity tied to legislative proceedings. The senator given notice of appeal and released pending appeal. Report from Rock Arkansas dated May 4.
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Senter
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Rock Ark
War Mission Pays Visit 10 Liberty Shrine in Philadelphia
Viviant Viviani and the brew mission arrived in Philadelphia at 4 AM and began a whirlwind tour of historic sites including Independence Hall and Carpenter's Hall. Crowds cheered as General Joffre bowed, with a reception at Independence Hall and a public ceremony planned at Franklin Field for 30,000 spectators. The University of Pennsylvania was to award honorary doctorates to Marsal Joffre and Viviani.
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University of Pennsylvania
Russian Socialist Leader Missing in Copenhagen Report
An Exchange Telegraph despatch from Copenhagen says Nikolai Lenine, leader of the Russian radical socialist faction, has been missing for two days. The Swedish authority cited says nothing definite about Lenine's fate. Lenine, once allowed to return via Germany, led a vigorous, pro peace ultracradical campaign that unsettled war supporters.
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Copenhagen
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Feaiter
Swvemska Dingblader
Stockholm
Agate
Lenine
Germany
Switzerland
Probably Showers Tonight Forecast
Weather forecast notes likely showers tonight and Thursday with warmer temperatures. Eastern areas expect brighter periods but more showers. western zones may see rain dampening late week.
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Secret Anglo American Treaty Alleged to Bar German Colonies
Copenhagen reports in May that German papers claim a secret Anglo American pact would prevent Germany from having colonies and redirect surplus population to British and American territories to be absorbed. Hamburg Fremdenblatt cites a supposedly reliable source backing the claim and warns of consequences for authors of the alleged accord.
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Cnr
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Hamburg Fremdenblatt
Hotels Seek Second Offer Cut Rates For Bellhops
Oklahoma City faces a plan from Oklahoma Gas and Electric to reduce rates retroactively by 10 percent for both electric and light services starting May 1. The proposal would save the city about 14,000 on water and 60,400 on lighting annually, lowering total revenue to 291,000. The plan, lacking peak/off peak distinctions, targets city lighting and possibly hospital facilities and would be submitted to the Chamber of Commerce committee for consideration.
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Prices for Stocks in Severe Break Hit Markets
New York stocks opened with a severe break and extended declines through trading. Prices fell across most lists as liquidation grew amid reports of the government war taxation policy.
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New York
Theovernment
General Anderson Dies Unexpectedly in Portland
Maj Gen Thopas Anderson US Army ret, longtime Olio native and veteran of the Spanish American War, died suddenly in Portland after attending a Loyal Legion banquet where he was to serve as toastmaster. His military career spanned private service, brigade general roles, and command in the Philippines.
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Ore
Thopas Anderson
Loyal Legion
Hixsor
Thomas M Anderson
Seycath
Anderson
Olio
Talil
Philippines
Ewing Named to Help in Ship Building Effort
May 9 report: David Ewing of St Louis appointed by the ship board as director of traffic for the emergency ship corporation, under Maj Gen George Goethals, to manage freight and logistics for wooden ship production. Ewing formerly served as assistant general freight agent for West Louis and San Francisco railroad.
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David. Ewing
St Loui
Emmergency Ship Corporation
George Wo Goethals
Ewing
Heen
West Louie & San Francinco Rail
British Regain Ground in Fresnoy Region War Update
A British counteroffensive along the Fresnoy line pushes back German efforts in northern France. Allied forces report steady progress, with heavy fighting near Trecourt and Vreeway as defenders concentrate guns and reserves to hold the Drocourt-Quéant line. Reports from London and Paris indicate cautious optimism about a potential broader offensive, though the front remains fluid and costly in casualties.
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Frances
Preston
Trecourt
Crust Wasted Is Bullet Spent in Food Maxims Notice
A damaged OCR fragment from Food Maxims distribution notes a strange array of phrases about meals and people. It mentions Hick people who make their dinner, a red man who eats Week of mutton and bread, and warns about wasting butter. The text also cites war stances and vague population claims, ending with a dated line May 9 and a broadcast feel.
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Food Toomeny Department
Food Animetry
Oklahoma egg dealers face federal charge
Federal prosecutors announce charges against egg dealers in Oklahoma and adjoining states for adulterated products under the food and drugs act. The action follows a winter investigation by agriculture department experts, targeting compliance failures across Kenton and nearby areas.
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Washington
Kenton Nebraskea
Alahona
Texas
Department of Ageculture
Germany to Seek Another War Loan
A Danish newspaper report states Germany plans to pursue another war loan. The article notes a bill under discussion in May and references U S financial policy and possible repayment terms. Details are unclear due to OCR errors.
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Germany
British vote credit delay tops house agenda
A fragmented report notes a debate in the House over a vote of credit for ESA linked to Gores delay. The text references a lingering feature of the Deulee watch and mentions daily expenditure figures around 37 million, with unclear dates and locations.
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ESA
Oif Gores
Aviteen Machine Law
Chaterthor
Deulee
Entente Forces Lose in Macedonia Reported
Verdun dated May 9 reports Entente forces losing in Macedonia amid terse updates. The dispatch notes military setbacks and unclear strategic implications as units pull back and commanders reassess aims in the contested theater.
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Entente
Macedonia
Bullish Crop Report Triggers Grain Rally Across Markets
Chicago May 9 A bullish crop report and government data send grain futures higher at the open. Wheat climbs from 10 to 14 cents, advancing beyond yesterday's levels as traders digest new indicators and early demand signals.
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Chicago
Efeg
Governor Refuses Extradition of Thaw in Assault Case
Harrisburg May 1 Governor Humbaugh refused extradition of Harry K Thaw from New York where he is wanted for assaulting a Kansas City man Thaw was found in a Philadelphia hospital after an attempted self harm act and was brought to custody for transfer to stand trial.
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Harry Ko Thaw
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Kansas City
Phila Flelytha
Selby to File Charge Against Abe Herskowitz
County Attorney Selly announced Selby will file charges against Abe Herskowitz store manager in Grandaven for a shooting at Herskowitz’s home after a reported home break in. Two revolvers were found on Herskowitz, victim Wolfe was hospitalized but expected to recover.
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Grandaven and
Droadeay
Selly
Hershowite
Herekoite
Wolf
Anther
Aesien
Walle
Wolfe
Mayuist Hieital
Eayl
Merskow
Ale Tirehi
Direict
Wererwelly
Pershing Chief Clerk Found Dead In Hotel Room
In Florida’s Pasco a hotel room death is reported as the chief clerk to General Pershing, M Tames Itimery, aged years, was discovered with a revolver after an apparent self inflicted gunshot. He arrived just yesterday on a Wave.
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Perating
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Ted
Fiery
Noted aviator dies in drop of 3500 feet
Carey B. Eppes of Newport News died after a 3500 foot plunge while in a machine. The noted instructor at the Atlantic Coast Station was in flight when the fatal accident occurred. Name and details indicate a sudden death during aviation duties in Newport News.
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Carey B. Eppes
Newport
Atlantic Coast Station
Newport News
Carlstrom
Atlantin Coast
Carey
Aleiony Daerapaly
New Mexico Slayer Sentenced to Hang
Santa Fe May 9. District court hears convict Albert W of Friday Harbor Washington for murder of Clyde Armour of Slout City Iowa. Jury opts for hanging as punishment.
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New Mexico
Santa Fen
Albert W
Friday Harbor Wash
Clyde
Armour
Slout City
Iowa
Drill in Chicago's Downtown Parks
Chicago officials announce a plan to train in downtown parks with military style drills. Park commissioners approve limited facilities at Kinza Park to provide training to eligible participants under a business-led initiative shaping city readiness.
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U Terke
Chant Park
Kienga
Busy Program for French Mission in New York
A busy schedule awaited Marshal Joffre and French minister Rene Viviani in New York this afternoon as receptions entertainments and banquets filled their rites of welcome. The visit by key French officials promised little time for sightseeing or rest amid a flurry of courteous ceremonies and official duties.
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New York
New Yo
Marshal Joffre
Rene Vivian
Jase Tice
Vient Cloth
Hindenburg Again Predicts Victory
Insterdam dispatch reports Hindenburg again predicts victory for the Werle Tagete. The article notes the Mier spirit guiding the war lord and asserts confidence that the home army will prevail, signaling a certain outcome once victory is assured.
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Hindenburg
Voetont
Hoffman to Get Prize Animal
The Vira regiment in Olbishansa Nee poate will be the organization on the battlefield. Colonel Roy Hottian will ride the horse selected for the official horse prize. Horse buyers Dawe & tr reported the horse arrived after a stop in Fort Sil. The selection process involved Hoffman and others visiting Kansas and Missouri in search of a suitable mount in 1916.
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Olbishansa Neepoate
Roy Hottian
Pong City
Fort Sil
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