Tunnel to Liberty When Desperate Prisoners Escape Island Jail
Eleven of the most dangerous inmates at McNallis Island penitentiary escape through a tunnel from cell No 10 during dinner hour. They crawled into an air chamber and out via the boiler room, then fled across a yard toward timber cover. Authorities warn farms, boats, and shore patrols to block pursuit as a cordon tightens. A second item reports a separate Alabama jailbreak by Frank Duncan and three others, with a nationwide manhunt ordered.
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Associated Press
Tacoma
Wash
Jan
United States Penitentiary
McNallis Leland
Mberty
Snyder and
Davis
Lwoe
Palmer
Thes
Marshal Ide
Warden Palmer
Ommland
Marder
Alabama
Birmingham
Ala
Frank Duncan
Rsafeblower
Jefferson County
Dillrian
Frank Miffler
A. J. Dye
Nashville
Grant
van Horn
Enstox
Bern
Mayor in Quarantine Sparks City Clash Over Smallpox
In Salt Lake City Jan a quarrel flared as Mayor William Ginsmann of Oden rejected a positive smallpox diagnosis for 21 pets. The health officer was arrested for interference after a visit to the parent, amid a dispute between the health department and the mayor over Conton’s smallpox diagnosis procedure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ang
Presa
Snow At La Crosse and Omaha Reports Heavy Falls
Snow has been falling since morning in La Crosse with four inches on the ground and a forecast of more. Omaha reports heavy damp snow starting at midnight, with similar conditions and expectations of continued snowfall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan
Omaha
Neb
Clune Appold Couple to Wed at Bride’s Home
Announcement of the approaching marriage of Andrew G. Clune and Sinlsh Alvina Appold set for February 6 at the bride’s parents home on Main Street. The bride is daughter of T A H Appold, lumber buyer for Foster Hafner. the groom is a Conti Clothing veteran and son of Mr. and Mrs. John J. Clune of 179 Wright Street. Only relatives will attend.
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Andrew G. Clune
Sinlsh Alvina Appold
T. J. Appold
Main Street
T. A H. Appold
Foster-Hafner Company
Conti Clothing House
John J. Clune
Wright Street
Panama Canal Route Declared Most Feasible by Commission
The Isthmian canal commission unanimously reports that the Panama canal route is the most practicable and feasible for U S ownership. The commission's report, accompanied by a presidential transmittal letter, notes conditions and facts supporting the decision and cites a proposed sale to the United States for 40 090 600.
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Associated Press
Washington, D.C
Congress
Isthmian Canal Commission
Panama Canal Company
United States
Panama Canal
Striking papermakers in Kaukauna push for shorter hours
In Kaukauna Wisconsin a general meeting of Fox River valley papermakers reaffirmed demands for a shorter work schedule and a Saturday night off. The union plans coordination with mill owners and neighboring Appleton Neenah and Menasha members while rejecting raises as insufficient. A committee was appointed to discuss terms with owners as the strike spreads to Neenah and Menasha with warnings of further actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaukauna
Wis
Fox River Valley
Outagamle Raper Company
Kama Brotherhood
Maks’ Union
Northwestern
L. J. Holderness
Holderness
Marinette Anul Oconto Falls
Kaukauna Union
Appleton, Neenah and Menasha
Heldernesethet J
van Noortwick
Sembinel Locks Payer Seon
Hes
Union Fost
Wleeensin
Vadiex Piner Mills
RIL
van Normick
Innates
Combined
Ttraw
Veceident Carr
Neenah
XO Changh
Neenati
Wie
Kaunas
Eagles
Ates
Kawke Meng
Ettepaas
AL Tae Mills
Han Fovla
Menasha
Dan
Tetal
Kane
Appeals and Legislation From Washington and Wisconsin
Numerous developments in Congress and state politics affect Native nations and dairy regulation. Representative Davidson and Melory Hitchcock press a ruling barring Brothertown and Steykeridge Indians from distribution. Adams Tasties urges dairy legislation. Babcock pushes an education bill with a growing petition for caucus support. Senator Quarles aids Mrs. Frances E. Stebbins pension at thirty dollars monthly.
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Northwestern
Worthington
Jst
Davidson
Melory Hitchcock
Partiekang
Supreme Court
Brothertown
Steykeridge
Wiscout
Davisgon
Adams
House
Tawney
McCleary
Babcock
House Republicans
Haa
Cannon
Haineis
Charles Quarles
Senator Quarles
United States Supreme Court
Stebbins
Frances E. Stvbbing
Algoma
Wisidow
de Wayne Stebbins
V. C. Steverts
Senate committee delays canal bills awaiting Hanna return
Washington January 20 The Senate committee on Inter-oceanic canals will not meet further to consider canal bills until Senator Hanna returns from a Cleveland business trip to attend the Hepburn bill and the Panama proposition. The pensions committee favored Hanna's bill granting Ida McKinley a 5000 dollar yearly widow's pension. A government check for 676000 was signed to cover Boxer trouble spoils from Tien Tsin and will be sent to Minister Wu for transfer to China. The Philippine tariff bill will be reported to the Senate with no amendments. William E Culkin was named register of the Duluth land office.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Senate Committee On
Ida McKinley
McKinley
United States Navy
Tien -Tsin
China
Philippines
Senate
William E. Culkin
Register of Tha Land Office
Duluth, Minn
Senate acts on Philippine revenues bill and related notices
Washington January 20 The senate heard Lodge report a temporary Philippine revenues bill with plans to call it up at two o clock for a brief statement. The news mentions a dairy and food commissioner bill and a ship subsidy measure advancing in committee, alongside Mrs Ida McKinney franking privacy.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Senate
Lodge
Massachusetts
Philippines
House
Philippine Islands
Committee On
Ida S. McKintey
President MecKintes
Cullom
Ousels
Frere
Maing
Government defers on deficiency measure in House
The House, in a brief session, met today and moved a deficiency bill to committee. Representative Cannon, aligned with the measure, argued the need to fund current federal operations while noting that deficit concerns affect several agencies across various departments.
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Asanciated Press
Washington
Iingrediatel Ter
Aleuci Ation
Cannon
First of 1202 Boats Out In Winter Test
The article notes a fleet of 1202 craft testing in winter conditions. It mentions Latierda and Mosinee vessels, ongoing trials, the Yeutider, and upcoming second Henry-footer designs. It compares new CL S boats from Chicago to Gunten & Moaror builds, with Jeng & Lalterio as related figures.
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Fe Latierda
Lotepry
Vance Reece
Calasa
Jeng & Lalterio
Ding
Betwice
Chicago
Gunten & Moaror
Gomier
Stabbed in the Back in Chicago City Brews Incident
Police search for a suspect after a stabbing near a theater exit. Kennedy and companions were returning home when a man in a crowd stabbed him in the abdomen. An assistant, pursued by a crowd, led officers to the assailant, but he escaped. Miss Schomer gave an excellent description to police.
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Chicago
Jan
Kennedy
Aira
Kenedy
Mike
Wen
Miss Schomer
Mourning to end as London prepares for a brighter season
London society edges toward a cheerful London season as mourning wanes and royalty plan public appearances. Queen Alexandra and Princesses may favor neutral attire while the Victoria Memorial fund struggles to reach £500,000. Vanderbilt to attend coronation via a farewell Oakdale gathering as England seeks trade balance with iron and steel imports rising sharply.
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Associated Press
New York
London
West End
South Africa
Alexandra
Princess Christian
Henry of Battenberg
Victraria Memorial Fund
Vanderbilt
Edward’ VI
Willam K. Vanderbilt
Europe
England
the Tribune
Great Britain
Train Fire Near Syracuse Kills, Destroys Cars
An early report from Syracuse says a Santa Fe line freight train No 7 collided near town, burning four cars and destroying the engine. Many dead and unclear details as investigators work to confirm the casualty count and cause.
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Sey Associated Press
Syracuse
Kas
Jan
Here
Ian
Decision on 10 Build Plan At Iberan Chaorch Society
A local society meeting at S601 Schenk aims to finalize plans for a ten build project. The committee reports at an upcoming Hnnely Date with details to follow and decisions on progre ssions and allocations are expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Match Street Iberan Chaorch Society
Schenkease
Sia Metieg
Reid
Fire stops funeral after blaze tears church building
An over heated stove caused a fire during a funeral procession. The blaze damaged the church and killed a countess, with the crowd rushing to the cemetery as mourners watched the sermon end at the grave. A Mucker brigade formed to extinguish the flames, and the church was saved from total destruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sysw Ae Aed
Warford
Ven
Steve
Repression Orders Against Insurgents In Batangas Province
General Bell tightens reconcentration in Batangas and Laguna. Authorities set a warlike zone, fix prices, and require locals to surrender wealth and property to deter insurgent funds. Priests and influential figures face arrest. executions require superior approval. Formosa insurgency reported as serious with 25 hundred natives armed, Japanese troops hampered by swamps with leaders killed or captured.
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Washington
Batangan
Manilla
Havenas
Rimaelf
J. Prantdiy
Paris
War Department
Letangas
Ft Iu
Hell
Fle
Kreatest
United States
Stivity
Bell
Batangas
Laguna
Nxt
Patrick on Trial for Murder in New York Probe
York Jan 2 William, murdered in September, is tied to a case against Patrick. Prosecutors ABSA Trays James WY Osharne and Franch T Garvaz lead the prosecution as defense attorney FL Horse and Toker defend. Court officials say the proceedings will require substantial time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Axtoclaiar
York
Cowas
Rinday
Wiliam
Paris
iSasnean & Sin
Absa
James WY
Osharne
Franch T Garvaz
Ant Painek
Sugar conference to push countervailing duty
The Associated Press correspondent reports that the International Sugar Conference reassembled today to consider Great Britain's plan to impose a countervailing duty on sugar if bounty payments are not withdrawn. Delegates adjourned to Wednesday to consult their governments during the recess.
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Associated Irens
Thnssely
Dan
Sucar
Presa
Great Britain
Delecates
Battle in Harbor Delays Gov and Ships Sunk
In Panama Harbor a naval battle rages as insurgent and government vessels engage. Reports say the insurgent Padilla attacked Lauro. crew abandoned ship and firefighting efforts continue. Panama Railway confirms several vessels sunk and a major engagement underway near Sacana.
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New York
Panama Railway Company Today
Colon
Panama
Col. J. R. Shaler
Panama Railway Company
Galveston
Texas
Padilla
Carlos
Galtan
Sacana
Copper in Sonora Could Feed World Says Taylor
Washington correspondent reports H A Taylor says copper ore in Sonora near La Cananea is vast enough to supply global demand for years. He notes a new broad gauge railway to the mines and a planned narrow gauge link to smelters, with American investment and rapid development underway.
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Sintec
Sonora
Washington, D.C
Mexico
H. A. Taylor
Treasury
Republic
la Canauen
Washington
New York
United Staites
Tagels
Thes
Uist
Adams
Ioan
Evedaye
FIRST MEETING AT DINNER FOR ADMIRAL SCHEY
A dinner is planned at the home of Mrs John Morris in Baltimore County featuring Admiral Schrey and Mrs Schey during her visit to the city. Guests include the woman’s committee responsible for entertainment and several local friends.
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Roe
Vlegtoer Ardmirad
Sehley
Soman
Sees
Admiral Schoey
Annapelis Pasal Acautmy
Tie Wrens
Gil Lake Wade
Het Wim
John Moris
Grand Boulevard
Seksp
Ocean Combine plan rumored to unite Transatlantic lines
Jan 20 report notes alleged Community of Interest would thread J P Morgan & Co firms with Leyland White Star Cunard and others. Experts say arrangement may create a new holding to coordinate freight, avoid service duplication, while preserving each company’s identity and fleets.
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Associated Presa
New York
Stesmabip
Frehght Service
White Star
Cunury
J. P. Morgan Mit
Snes
Kays
Journal of Commerce
John Let. Axent
White Star Wne
Vernon HH
Brown
Cunard One
James A. Wright
American and Red Star Company
Prp
Franklin
Atantle Transport Company
aUselaim
Financia Inferests
Leyland Tne
International Navigation Company
Cunard
Lee
J. P. Morgan & Co
trans-Atlantic Steamship Lines
Liverpool
Deaths and Funerals Items From Community Page
Mrs Christian Termes died at Grook's Corners after a measles related illness with bronchial congestion. She was 31, born Aug 15, 180, funeral Wednesday at ten from her home with Rev. G Mo Wong officiating. Sophia Persick of 7 Ohio street died Saturday after consumption at age 24. funeral tomorrow at 9 from St. Vincent's church. Mrs Frank J Barber's funeral was Sunday at one from Union street residence with Rev. FE. H. Smith officiating and floral tributes noted. George K. Reeve's funeral Sunday at 2:30 from John S. Fraker's residence on Algoma street. pallbearers listed. Mrs Teeve, widow, returned home for funeral attendance. Anna R. Gile Intere funeral held Sunday at 2:20 from 21 Normal avenue with Rev. E H Smith officiating and several pallbearers named.
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Christian Ternes
Grook’s Corners
Viniand
G. Mo Wong
Sophia Persick
Mixx
Ohio Street
Rose
Mary
Elizabeth
Martha Persick
St. Vincent's Church
Guy Boardman
George
Reeve
George K. Reeve
John
Henry Schultheis
Willam EB. Krippene
Davi Johnson
Eugene Potter
Teeve
Gile
Integre
Anna R. Gile
John C Thooipoon
Normal Avenue
E. H. Smith
First Conavcentional Church
Ly Mics Texalg
Lon Darcett
Heman H W. Powers
Williamm Wouters Jr
W. C. Ruckman
R. Wide
D. Finkerton
I M. Harmon
George T. Brown
China’s Fleet for Sale and House Reforms Amid Costs
Fragmented OCR notes depict a discussion of Chinese wealth and expenditure, noting plans to sell vessels and remodel a mansion, with concerns over rent, expenses, and shifting fortunes. The text references Japan and material costs, plus anxieties about maintaining status as a moving window into a broader domestic economy.
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Kent
Idahko
James Campbell
Nome
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Frank Ainsworth
Noma
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Spokane
Harry Days
Alaska
Frank Moran
True Nanny
Ed. O'Neil
James Moritarity
J.P. Stewart
Idaho
Bruce Kenwright
James Carrol
LA Crosse
Clune-Appold
Andrew G Clune
Alvina Appold
MR. Davidson
Wanhington
Wincinam Veumle
Euro
Day
Philippine Tariff
Yroceetines
Senden
Monrne
Chiexnee
Eure
Firat
Iendene
the People OF
Merlot
Ernest—Newn
Tie Carper
Renae
Ion Chareh
Patrick
Allwred Moriceor
Gov. Om Vewnels
Vwashington
D.C
State Department
Tadger
Panaia
Secretary of the Navy
Meade
U. S
Philadelphia
Taylor
Wisconsin
Nin
Kenmare
Sehtes Sish
Antes
Christian Termes
Ana Mies
Hauws Bene
Cote
Japan
Sean
Dias
Shanchad Mercury
Risex
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