Wilson and Abes Face Hard Defense Fight in Congress
President Wilson faces a tough defense program battle as hearings stall and opposition grows. Tax and fuel levies spark protests nationwide while lawmakers debate costs and the scope of national defense. The mood in Congress favors cautious, “safe and sane” measures, with committee chairmen delaying bills to study public opinion and fiscal impact.
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Bought the Boston National League Club Passes to New Owners
Harvard football coach Haughton and financiers Miller Roe and Hawaii bankers bought the Boston National League baseball club. Principal owners are James E. Gaffney and R. S. Davis. Haughton to be president. Waller Hapgood to remain business manager.
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Haughton
Harvard
Arthur D. Wise
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Boston National League Baseball Club
James E. Gaffney
R. S. Davis
New York
Waller KE. Hapgood
Eastern educator dies at 78 former Miami president
Dr. Merral Fernald, former president of the University of Miami and its first faculty member, died at his Qorona home today. He was seventy eight years old.
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Qorona
Merral Fernald
University of Miami
Noted Congress Closing at Pan American Delegation Session
The final session of the Pan American scientific congress took place in Washington with Latin American diplomats and U S officials in attendance. Officials announced Lima Peru would host the 1921 meeting and Eduardo Suarez of Chile delivered the farewell address as president of the congress.
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Washington, D. C
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United States
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Chile
Compress
Senators for Woman Suffrage Report Favored by Senate
The Susan B Anthony amendment to grant woman suffrage was favorably reported today by the suffrage committee in the Senate. The report argues universal manhood suffrage implies extending rights to women, noting women comprise half the population, pay taxes, and share in national duties and protections. It cites support from Democrats and Republicans, with minor dissenters noted.
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Catron
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South Dakota
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Continents
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Montenegrins Drown in Adriatic Mine Sinkings
Two hundred Montenegrins aboard an Italian steamer carrying three hundred twenty three Montenegrin recruits and foodstuffs were drowned after striking a mine off the Albanian coast near San Giovanni di Medua. The Montenegrin consulate issued the statement detailing the loss. A separate note reports nine grain ships overdue amid Mediterranean submarine activity and delayed cargoes from America.
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London
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Athens
Rockefeller plan extended to steel works and quarry camps
An Associated Press report says the Rockefeller industrial plan will extend to steel works and quarry camps of the Colorado Fuel and Iron company. J F Welborn, president Harrington Shaffer and a Minnesota plant employee at Pueblo were mentioned as part of the expansion. A January 12 meeting will choose thirty department representatives by secret ballot. A conference with company officials and worker representatives is set for January 28 at Pueblo.
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Fate of Trier directors hangs as jury reports no verdict
Associated Press reports in New York on January 1 The jury deliberating the Sherman anti trust case against Trier directors of the New York New Haven and Hartford railway remained undecided after twenty four hours of deliberation. Jurors had been out since 1 20 p m seeking a verdict on criminal violation of the Sherman act.
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WOULD-BE ROBBERS JAIL GR I E EGSPITEL
In St Paul two would be robbers assaulted police, broke into the postoffice vault and fled in a car with over 15 thousand dollars in negotiable revenue stamps and about 3566 in cash. Officers and a posse, including seven citizens, guarded the scene and sought the suspects. The robbery prompted a federal probe and a name match against the public’s records.
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Lifeboat from the Ancona found near Anzio today
A lifeboat from the Ancona was recovered at Anzio with passengers aboard including women. Examination suggests it was fired on and sunk by the Aestrian submarine that torpedoed the liner, with hairpins and shell holes from torpedo damage noted.
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Five Bodies Recovered From Sunken Tanker Aztec
New York Jan 8 The bodies of five men were removed today from the hold of the sunken tanker Aztec after an internal explosion last Monday at a Brenklyn dock. Seven are now known dead, two recovered initially. Pumping continues, with five more sailors feared missing.
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Fie
Brenklyn
Hare
Party 68 Helland Perini Yesin Completes Trip
Report from The Hague and London notes a diplomatic committee headed by Jonkheer K Noble, a second chamber member, expressing friendly sentiment toward America and aiming to meet expectations. The report suggests progress on a stated mission amid ongoing discussions.
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Investment Broker Held In Embezzlement Case
Rhode Island man charged with embezzling stock valued at $65 from the estate of Mrs. C. Figmus-Ibe of Providents, as circulars were sent and authorities pursued leads yesterday. The case centers on seven shares of stock allegedly diverted by the broker identified as Jan er Jr. and linked to Ession, Mass.
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Colonel House in London and Persia incidents today
Today’s edition features Colonel House in London with cabinet discussions on Persia incidents. It reports on Austria, rural schools, seed Shaw, and a Michigan tax confession, plus various society, sports, and market items despite scattered garbled text.
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Shaw
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Tita Shagri
Greenwood
Ohio
John W. Rev
OHIG Villages Face Mob Violence as Guards Move In
In Youngstown area Ohio on January a mob threatened Youngstown Sheet and Tube plant. Brig Gen Speaks ordered four Cleveland militia companies to secure the plant and guard 300 workers. Martial law expected as National Guardsmen take charge and Struthers appeals for help amid street fighting and a dynamite threat under a bridge.
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Baby Bandit Gangs Taken by Chicago Police
Ten youths under seventeen years old were rounded up by Chicago police within a 24 hour period as the Baby Bandit gangs face charges. Police say the youths, five of whom are fourteen, are accused of burglaries and robberies including the theft of a woman’s $17.59 savings.
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King Constantine's View on War and Alliance
Athens dispatch reports King Constantine of Greece, stating he is pro-Greek and pro-American, aligning with U.S. leadership while rejecting German influence. The statement, relayed to a Berlin correspondent, aims to dispel any misunderstanding of Greek policy amid the war.
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Associated Press
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Berlin
Germany
December death rate and births fall short in Oshkosh
The December report from Dr. A H Brodie shows forty five deaths and fifty births in Oshkosh with births likely underreported. Contagious diseases yielded forty two cases including smallpox eight and tuberculosis five with three deaths. measles and chickenpox led to placarded homes and warnings rather than quarantines.
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Commander praises crew of Greek steamer Thessaloniki
Captain Goulandris and the nine crewmen of the Greek steamer Thessaloniki were praised for ten hours of work amid three to four feet of water after abandoning ship on January 5. They stayed at their posts in the boilers and pumps, refused aid, and prioritized securing the engines and seals before boarding the Perugia.
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Associated Press
New York
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Perugia
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Guulandrs
General King Talks On Preparedness War Readiness
Wisconsin military leader declares national defense readiness amid tense global tensions. He notes immense forces and fortifications in place, with a timetable of rapid mobilization within days. The speech emphasizes preparedness and fiscal support as essential to deterring hostile powers and ensuring national security.
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Offensive by Russ and Czartorysk Occupation News
War dispatch describes a Russian push toward Czartorysk with claims of village possession and Austro German resistance. Reports in London note cautious claims and German denial of further advances. Also: Bonheur sunk, Greek island Stelos occupied by Entente, and trench fighting near Hartmanns-Weilerkopf.
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Senator Role Speech At Waupaca Friday Night
A report from The Northwestern Waupaca outlines a speech by a senator on Friday night. It references the Progressive movement, mentions Governor Philip LaFleur of 1913, and notes the speaker’s discussion of state administration and national issues, with a focus on a four year term and continuity.
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Woman's Peace Party Met Under Jane Addams in Washington
Miss Jane Addams presided over a Washington gathering of the Woman's Peace Party. The event discussed pacifist aims and the election of a narrow committee, reflecting early organizing work and Associated Press reporting from the era.
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Jane Addams
Zeppelin mishap reports deaths in Belgian air crash
Two crew members die when a zeppelin crashes near Xamar Belgium. Reports from the press service say one airship previously named and another destroyed. The incident, dated January 8, is carried by the exchange telegraph service with partial details.
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