Newlands of Nevada Criticizes Own Party in Senate Speech
Senator Newlands, a Nevada Democrat, delivers a long speech denouncing Democratic reforms and tariff policy while praising some Republican critique. He warns of a possible defeat in the next congressional elections if European war conditions and tariff issues persist, urging cautious reform and nonpartisan banking oversight.
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German press targets American consul over anti Germany statements
Reports from Stuttgart and Athens say Edward Higgins, U S consul at Stuttgart, is accused by German authorities of making anti German statements and violating neutrality. German newspapers call for recall and say Berlin has taken up the case with U S officials.
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Sizais
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Athens
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Montenegrin War Turmoil Report
Austrian forces gain ground on the western frontier near Mount Lovén and Catary as Montenegrin positions retreat. A Berlin statement cites Italian liner Porto Said sunk by an Austrian submarine, with six passengers and one sailor lost. nationality of the submarine previously in doubt.
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National Guard expansion vs continental army proposal debated
House Military Committee Chairman Hay urged strengthening the National Guard with regular pay and a continental army plan, while President Wilson endorsed the War Department's option. Hay predicted Guard pay would increase the regular army by about 10 to 14 thousand and reach 40 thousand in two years, with no extra heads. The dispute signals a split between the administration and the committee as cabinet meetings consider the issue. The House panel will prepare its stance in about six weeks.
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Etchison Detail Emerges in Price Case Murder Trial
State’s principal witness testifies how a man named Etchison allegedly maligned his wife by a cliff and killed her with a rock over money. The testimony comes as Frederick T. Prive, charged with murder, faces cross-examination in the ongoing trial.
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Oi Exchison
Minneapolis
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Etchison
Mary Fridl
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Murder and jealousy drive cliff murder trial in Minneapolis
In Minneapolis a jury heard testimony in the Price murder case as the defense sought to press motives of financial gain and jealousy. A witness described Price throwing his wife from a cliff and crushing her head with a rock, a scene recounted amid courtroom tension and anticipated completion of the prosecution’s case.
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Fia Mukr
PUBLISHERS ON TRIAL IN AURORA MO FOR MAIL OBSCENITIES
In Aurora Missouri and Deplin Missouri four men tied to The Menace weekly faced federal court action for allegedly sealing obscene literature and circulating improper articles through the mails. Wilbur Phelps Bruce Phelps Theodore Walker and Marvin Brown were indicted under eight counts concerning distribution and publication.
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Retired War Veteran Borst Dies at Home Near Warrenton
Col. Joseph H. Borst United States Army retired a veteran of Indian campaigns and the Spanish American War died at his Warrenton area home today from apoplexy. He served in multiple frontier conflicts and earned recognition for his long military career.
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Warrenton
Joseph H. Borst
United States Army
Mohr trial details alleged conspiracy in late case
The Mohr case centers on an alleged plot in Spelman involving Mrs Mohr and three Black men to murder. George H pleaded guilty to manslaughter and serves as a state witness. Indicted as accessories before the fact, Mrs Mohr and the defendants face a murder charge with contested jury exposure and disputed testimony regarding physicians and the alleged complicity.
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Huerta in Unchanged Condition as Hope of Recovery Fades
Gen Victoriano Huerta remained in an unchanged condition early today after a restless night and growing weakness. Slight hopes for his recovery were entertained despite the deteriorating state reported by Associated Press from El Paso on January 11.
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el Paso
Texas
Victoriano Huerta
Attorneys Endorse Taft in Open Letter to Wilson
A bold open letter from seven former presidents of the American Bar Association urges President Wilson to nominate former President Taft to the Supreme Court to succeed the late Justice Lamar. The missive also bears signatures from prominent lawyers across fourteen states.
British Relief Expedition Halted by Weather Report
British relief operations in Mesopotamia faced weather delays hampering advances toward Kut el Amara. The French and German fronts showed mixed outcomes with regrouping and renewed considerations of submarine warfare policies.
Senator Sawyer's Daughter Involved In Chicago Property Sale
Special to The Northwestern Chicago January 11 reports a west side real estate deal in which Albert Marthe sold 81 Hiver Street fronting 65 feet for about 120000 to Ermaner Goodman. Mrs Goodman then conveyed Greenwood Avenue property for 26000 while linked to the same family. she is daughter of Senator Phietus Sawyer of Oshkosh and sister of Edgar P Sawyer.
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Relatives Offer Forgiveness After Philadelphia Shooting
Relatives of John Ulrich, shot by Mrs. Lilia Pfeiffer in West Philadelphia, say they would forgive him if he recovers. Pfeiffer killed herself shortly after the shooting, leaving a family in mourning as Ulrich had recently begun writing to her and sending money.
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Political Critics and Conferences Stir Wisconsin and Illinois
Senator Newlands of Nevada denounces his own party while a Progressive committee meets in Chicago. Wisconsin figures La Follette speak at Oshkosh and in a local conference. Governor Philipp responds to La Follette’s criticisms as Senator Reid praises the Wilson administration. An interview with Senator La Follette follows.
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Wisconsin
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Reid
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Progressive party meeting pledges unity for Americanism
The Progressive party national committee in Chicago considers a June convention date. Message from Roosevelt urges preparedness and Americanism uniting citizens under one national identity. George W. Perkins presides. John W. McGrath acts secretary as debates on convention timing unfold.
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Kansas
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Bishop of Omaha Dies After Long Service
Omana January 1 dirigist: The Right Rev Richard Seamachi, bishop of Omaha, died Saturday. His body lies in state at the bishopric before the Teternal mass. A guard of honor from Catholic societies attends. Archbishop James Keane and Archbishop John Ireland will preside at funeral rites with several bishops attending. Monsignor Colaner designated to administer the diocese until a new bishop is appointed.
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Fire Devastates Retail District in Ottumwa
A large fire at Ottumwa Iowa damaged the Friedman Dry Goods building and several nearby stores in a wholesale retail district. Estimated losses reached 300000 as flames burned for about three hours before control was achieved. Buildings housing Five and Ten Cent stores and other outlets suffered near-destruction or severe damage. Fire crews fought the blaze from early morning until containment.
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Tractor Demonstration Draws Threshermen to Madison Meet
Delegates from the Wisconsin Brotherhood of Threshermen gathered in Madison for a sectional convention. The event featured a display of a Caterpillar tractor at city hall, hauling stone and attracting crowds on State Street. Charles E Whalan of Madison spoke on organization and unity with the Agrarian Brotherhood, urging mutual protection for workers.
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Wisconsin Workmen’s Compensation Law Praised
The piece cites Senator La Follette and Governor Phillips praising Wisconsin's workers compensation system. It notes prior high costs and low recovery rates, and reports last year’s data: over 120 work injuries, 1137 compensated, with total cash indemnity and medical benefits reaching 1,346,060 dollars.
La Follette Sees Progress Legislation History and Labor Talk
Senator La Follette spoke at Armory B on Wisconsin progress laws and labor conditions. He critiqued Governor Philipp for proposed changes to workmen compensation and urged continued commission administration, arguing reforms would hurt wage earners and benefit corporations. The address lasted about three hours with strong turnout.
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Oshkosh Ministerial Association Conventions Plan
The Oshkosh Ministerial Association debated backing conventions with church cooperation, deciding that action by a regular or special meeting is needed before support can be guaranteed. At the January meeting thirteen members gathered at First Presbyterian, with Rev. J. Pocher presiding, as Rev. W. H. Jones led prayer.
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Madame E Lanel Dies Wife of French Minister to Brazil
The death of Madame F Lanel, wife of the French minister to Brazil, announced from Rio Janeiro, is reported. She formerly lived in Oakland California and was Amy McKee, daughter of Mrs Sam Hell McKee of Oakland.
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