Prohibition Takes Effect at Midnight Across Nation
The United States enforces the Eighteenth Amendment at 12:01 a.m., prohibiting manufacture, sale, and transport of intoxicating liquors. Rhode Island faces a court challenge while warehouses hold thousands of gallons awaiting new rules. Officials stress enforcement, with the Bureau of Internal Revenue imposing strict controls.
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Associated Press
Washington, D
United States
Congress
Rhode Island
Bureau of Ernal Revenus
Cuba
Bahamas
Anti-Saloon League of America
Jerser
Ian J Suage
Closed Season on Deer and Muskrat Coming
Local notice announces a upcoming closed season for deer and muskrat. Details on dates and regulations are unreadable in the fragment.
Bryan Continues Ratification Campaign
Congressional reports from Washington note Senator Terence and colleagues advancing the ratification of peace treaty. Attendees at a Saturday session in the House prepared a second center for the debate while Democrats and Republicans discuss the treaty terms.
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Proeral
Martin
Unite
Watlington
D. C
Wulliam Bevan
Seneral
Republica
Terence
Ioise Jolay
Lodse
Conviction Difficult in Milwaukee Dr Freudenburg Case
In Milwaukee two men seek conviction in a case involving Dr J A Freudenburg accused of murdering his mother-in-law with mustard solution injections. Dr Louis Jermain and Dr ELVL Smith discuss proving mustard injections caused death at Ford De Lec hospital. The prosecution faces challenges in linking the injections to the verdict. Attorney W E Zabel condenses work but awaits formal instruction.
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Milwaukee
Bye Press
Muarier
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Louis
Jermain
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Keeping Snows Off Rock County Roads
In Evansville an agreement to keep main routes clear in winter is reported. A firm will deploy twelve foot scrapers on the Evansville to Edgerton road corridor, ensuring ice and snow removal along the 18 mile stretch. The plan covers the town of Janest wilje and surrounding areas.
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Associated Press
Jamenine
Actes
Janestwilje
Edgerton
Evansvile
Holland Faces Threat of Major Fresh Water Flood
An Associated Press report notes Holland and surrounding areas confront a potential large freshwater flood on January 14 as rivers and dikes brace against rising water levels. Officials warn of possible damage to homes and infrastructure.
Milwaukee Reports Forty New Flu Cases
A Milwaukee health bulletin records forty new flu cases in the city. Officials warn residents to seek care if symptoms develop and to follow preventive measures.
Park Accepted by Conservation Commission Near Superior
The Wisconsin Conservation Commission accepted a park area south of Superior for state preservation. Commissioner WL EL Barber announced the land contains a 212 foot sheer drop and is among the state's beautiful spots.
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Conservation Commission
Associated Press
Crosse
Clemenceau Defeated in French Caucus Race for Presidency
In Paris, Georges Clemenceau loses the bid for the presidency of the republic as the reformist and conservative factions rally. A rare all-party caucus draws 21 of 924 delegates to back Georges Deschanel as potential president, while Clemenceau and Lefevre acknowledge the result and search for a new candidate.
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Republic
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Chamber
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France
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Senate
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Fernand
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Edouard Herriot
Medical Party
Desehand
Georges Mandel
Sir Oliver Lodge Arrives on Lapland Tour
A United Press report notes Sir Oliver Lodge begins a six weeks United States tour, tied to Lapland folklore and psychic research. The piece mentions opposition to spiritualist practices and a protest over alleged psychic referrals during the scientist’s visit.
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Lapland
United Press
New York
Ot Bish
Whearth
Bex
United States
Hearings on Auto Lights Dates Set in Several Cities
A UNINTELLIGIBLE OCR NOTE announces hearings on auto lights with dates listed for city halls and courthouses. The text mentions Eau Claire Appleton Madison and Feb dates, but the wording is garbled and many details are unclear.
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Intesisistomic
Spector
Eau Claire
Appleton
Iwanker
Medison
Syndicalists Arrested After Spain Terror Plot Raid
Police report a Thursday raid by anti government syndicalists in Spain as authorities reveal a planned terror plot aimed at national institutions. The operation disrupted cells and led to several apprehensions amid ongoing investigations.
Sanatorium Sidetracked Causes Frustration At Meeting
Ambiguous notes describe a disrupted sanatorium discussion with officials and delays. The fragment hints at a stalled session, unclear roles, and dissatisfaction over actions taken or proposed. No concrete names or dates are readable in the preserved text.
Liquor Laws and enforcement under Prohibition era rules
Distorted notes describe congressional actions on liquor control, enforcement powers for federal agents, and provisions banning nonintoxicating cider production. It mentions seizure, destruction of property, and proceeds going to the U.S. treasury. It alludes to end user restrictions, home production limits, and wartime alcohol regulation measures.
Marines Repel Attack on Port au Prince by Bandits
U S Marines and Haitian constabulary repelled an assault on Port au Prince by about 390 bandits. The attackers suffered heavy losses and were driven out of the outskirts. Marines reported 10 privates wounded and gave details via the Navy Department.
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U. S
Associated Press
Washington, D. C
United States
Cendarmerie
Port Au Prince
Cal J. Sussex
Coleonel Russell
School Closed Over Smallpox Fears Halt Local Campus
In a health order the community cites smallpox concerns and influenza risk prompting closure of the Maslivan-tigh Redeemer school. Officials plan renovation and vaccination push for students as quarantines and vaccination programs are discussed to curb the outbreak.
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Ey Associated Press
Maslivan—tigh Redeemer
Cits Heslea Farnt
Purcell
Teporteé Eickt
Te Ipox
Puresil
County Considers Building Roads If Bids Prove High
County supervisors discuss constructing concrete roads if contractor bids exceed projections. On the board’s recommendation the county may enter a highway project using county forces to save costs, noting prior bonding and labor limits.
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Board of Supervisors
Chaster
Moore
Rign Iabor
New Wausau Industry in Milwacker District
Milwacker district sees new industrial venture as Agneclatad Pree reports on activity at the 9350 block site. Details indicate investment and employment impact, with officials noting growth prospects for the local economy.
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Agneclatad Pree
Milwacker eAnt
Treaty Leads in Votes of American Colleges
The article reports on reactions to the proposed League of Nations covenant as debated by students and delegates in Washington and New York. It notes reservations among about forty percent of ballots, the global scope of signatories, and the plan's aim to regulate international affairs through a League assembly and council led by Sir James Bryce and other diplomats.
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Fox Offer Draws Keen Interest From Mr Kearns
In a report from Los Angeles and New York the Fox offer attracts strong attention from William Fox and J P Morgan interest linked to the time. The note hints at potential figures and terms as Kearns weighs the strategic move amid market chatter and speculation about a major shift in control.
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Demands to surrender Kaiser amid wartime talks
A chaotic dispatch notes Allied leaders Clemenceau and Lloyd George pressuring for Kaiser Wilhelm's surrender as Allied and Turkish-German negotiations surface. A Tokyo report says Japan will urge China to appoint a mediator for Shantung restoration. German Turkish talks on March food supplies begin in Amsterdam.
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Ce Vource
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Anaictia
Germany
Turkey
China
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Tokyo
Iispatch
Terk
Caught in the Ice Incident Near Milwaukee Harbor
A storm left three lake vessels trapped in ice near Milwaukee harbor. Passengers and crew evacuated with delays of up to eight hours as authorities ordered ordeals to manage the emergency. A train and local workers assisted, and residents reported slow recovery across the wharf area. The event disrupted early winter transportation and highlighted harbor safety concerns.
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Muscaniien
Teresa
Attorney General Considers Beer Percentage Rule
Fragmentary text indicates a reference to the attorney general and a beer percentage issue. The readable items mention a person or entity in connection with law and beverages, but specifics and outcomes remain unclear from the garbled source.
Has Strange Malady Strikes Team in Theaters
A fragmented report describes a team affected by an unusual illness during a theater event. The text mentions Howey and a girl, with unclear dates or places, leaving the central fact of a medical concern during the performance.
Mourning and Prohibition Mark Chicago Nightlife
Amid national prohibition at midnight Chicago hotels clubs and cafes suspend festivities for John Barleycorn’s passing. Revenue agents report 509,092 gallons of liquor stored with enforcement expected after midnight while special services and chimes mark the vigil.
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Chicaze
Chicago
Federal
Kenosha
Wis
Trardstern
Maz
First Step Taken for Janesville Guard
Fragmentary OCR reports a local Janesville guard move with sparse names and unclear actions. The text mentions Nazis and a state race but lacks coherent details or dates, making specifics unavailable.
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Janesville Guard
County Elects Nurse in Local Election Moment
A nurse was elected in a county election as voters supported a change in local leadership. The result shifts county health and public service priorities.
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