State Orders Two Percent Rise in Freight and Passenger Rates
An interstate rail rate increase of two percent is ordered effective soon, targeting freight and passenger charges. The move follows expected federal action and seeks to align carrier operations with new statutory guides, with commissions coordinating a broader push to secure higher revenues.
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Trains Delay Troop Movements From Laredo
Fort Sam Houston announced that the Second regiment of the First Missouri brigade cannot depart due to rolling stock shortages. The First Missouri Infantry is leaving Laredo as trains fail to arrive, delaying troop movements in Texas.
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Missoury Infantry
Laredo
Three Arrests in Ardmore Killing Show Down with Whisky Ring
Three men were under arrest today stemming from the Ardmore killing of Oscar Alexander, a special policeman, during a gunfight with whisky peddlers last night. Mose Love, alleged liquor distributor, is in a focal hospital, probably mortally wounded.
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Mose Love
Medallion Prize Sparks Rivalry Among Captains
Two hundred tickets to the State Fair were bought by Warren of Atkinson, Warren & Fenty and 100 more by the firm. The drive aims to fund reconstructing the fair grounds grandstand with 1100 school children and club women canvassing districts for options. A bronze six inch medallion will honor the top captain whose team sells the most admissions.
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Atkinson, Warren & Fenty
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Paralyzing illness hits NYC children under four
New York City's epidemic shows three fourths of paralysis victims under five are under four. Department of Health reports three month period with fetal and infant death figures. Data indicate the most affected ages are between one and two years old.
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Department of Health
York
Inventor Aims Auto Gas Power as Gasoline Substitute
A Benton County inventor, Horton, seeks a patent for a device to power automobiles using gas other than gasoline. He claims tanks and vents would allow sufficient fuel with no extra cost and that tires and speed would be maintained at modern stations. He says a patent attorney filed Kurdan’s plan months ago but delays persist.
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Ile
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Iowa
Miners to Report This Afternoon
Kansas City dispatch reports the four state miners union will hear the subcommittee report on the two year wage contract differences at 2 pm with operators indicating the negotiation session to address the disputed points.
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Police Order Demands Duty or Job Loss for Officers
Headquarters issues a blunt directive to the force urging officers to intensify effort or face removal. It targets veteran staff, insisting they assess themselves and shoulder the work or seek new employment. Mayor Overholser’s message was read to all three shifts at roll call yesterday.
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Weather Forecast Notes General Fair Skies
Local weather report says conditions remain generally fair with partial clouds. Some regions may see little variation in Sunday morning with no significant rain expected.
Martial Law in Greek Cities Amid War News and Romanian Setback
London reports martial law proclaimed in Athens and Piraeus with Greece’s northern regions Epirus and Macedonia showing movement. King Constantine reportedly gravely ill. Romanian advance in lower Transylvania checked near Iron Gates, with Teutons shortening front and Austrians evacuating Transylvanian towns including Hermannstadt.
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Freight embargoes lifted on local railroad shipments
Local notices announce embargoes removed on most lines. Frisco Katy Santa Fe report freight accepted to all points, while Rock Island Ft Worth Western stay embargoed on some lines. Passengers told delays warnings withdrawn as offices note embargo lifting across eastern roads.
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Rie
Southern Pacific
Southern Pacific Lines
The Times Boldly Leads In News Coverage In Oklahoma City
The Times reports superior AP service in Oklahoma City and claims a clean lead over competitors. It notes a noon edition with Constantine of Greece abdication coverage and three weeks of first outrunning railroad crisis stories.
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Wilson Renomination Speech Emphasizes Americanism at Shadow Lawn
President Wilson formally accepted his renomination at Shadow Lawn, defending American rights and opposing provincialism. He urged leading an engaged role in world affairs, defended his Mexican policy, and affirmed a principled stance on European conflicts and border security, appealing to Republicans facing a new era.
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Day of Little Americanism Speech Promises Broad U S Vision
Shadow Lawn address by Wilson outlines goals for free enterprise and dispersed initiative, urging Americans to embrace a new day of enterprise and peace. He envisions a larger role for the United States and calls for generous, just leadership, inviting global admiration without antagonism.
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Motor Trucks to Move Regiments to San Antonio
Kansas infantry First and Second regiments stationed at Eagle Pass Texas will be brought to San Antonio by motor trucks. Major General Funston announced the plan noting the 175 mile trip will use several companies of trucks to replace the regiments at the division headquarters in San Antonio.
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Eagle Pass
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Wage Scale Keeps Texas Miners Out
Wage disputes in Texas miners’ towns prompt work stoppages as operators demand new pay scales. About 2408 miners at Thorber Strawn Avery Bridgeport and nearby locales halted activity while talks continue with Central Pablo Gonzales returning to the capital from Cuestayava to pursue a resolution in the ongoing labor stand‑off.
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Fragmentary Weather Note From Distant Peninsula Scene
A garbled report mentions the Yucatan peninsula near Campeche and a reference to Mecca. The text hints at weather disturbance and a bureau announcement but readability is extremely low. This appears as an OCR fragment with no clear event, date, or names to anchor a fuller summary.
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Railroads Move to End Embargo as Peace Near
Washington dispatch reports the strike likely to be recalled once the house bill becomes law. Garretson for the railroad brotherhoods says the bill is wholly satisfactory and a swift signature by President Wilson is anticipated. Senate plans speed passage to avoid delays and a possible conference on differences.
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