Twin Cities Big Strike Called Off
The general strike across all industries in the Twin Cities was called off at 1 pm. Striking unions were ordered to resume work, though many refused to return to their old jobs. The President intervened, and a National Defense Council message warned federal interests may be involved. A mediation commission at Beattie will address the issues.
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RT. Paul
Deo LI
Twin Cities
Maker
National Defense Council
Oricion
Minnesota
Beattie
Lian Eon
State Federation of Labor
Washington
United States Guard To Be Organized
Washington December 15 The War Department has authorized the organization of a United States Guard of 25 000 to relieve soldiers from police guard duty and to supplement the military. Voluntary enlistments will be followed by draft if necessary.
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Washington
War Department
United States
Contract Received for Pindleton Superintendent-Elect
The contract of Fred P. Austin, superintendent-elect of Pindleton, arrived this morning with his signature. The exact arrival date is unclear but plans indicate he will assume duties June 1. The La Junth schools year ends May 85, and he needs time to finalize his initial proposals.
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Fred P. Austin
Pindleton
I Nieckers
Siow
Fetter
Avidin
la Junth
Foiled Jail Break Attempt Exposes Prisoner Tunneling
Sheriff and deputies thwarted a jail escape when a brick wall tunnel was found on the north side of Jol Jail. Prisoners had been digging with a coal ramp and iron bar, masking the sounds by letting the outer rain fall. The investigation identified at least two inmates involved, while others were unaware.
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Pien
Jill
Taylor
Marin
Lytening
Jodrriing
Jim
Sheriff Taylor
Crozier Asked to Explain French Supplying Machine Guns
Washington reports President Wilson reappointed General Crowder as chief of ordnance. A Senate committee pressed Crozier to justify why America denied receiving French artillery for Pershing’s force, noting France supplied machine guns and rifles to the Allies before the war. The hearing centered on delays in arming U.S. divisions and whether confidential details would be disclosed.
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Pershing
America
Army
Wilson
Baker
Washington
Presiient
Wilkow
Crowder
Semite Military Committee
Croder
France
Amerites
Mitehawk
Crocier
Tris
Crogier
Chanter
Submarine Beating Claims Rise in Shipbuilding Push
Citing strategic aims and Allied coordination, officials say submarine construction accelerates as plans outline increased production and new arrangements. The wartime statement stresses enemy submarine threats and ongoing efforts to expand naval capacity amid pressure for rapid mobilization.
Captain Fenton to Address Doctors Tomorrow
Captain Fenton is set to address doctors at the medical meeting tomorrow. A teleconference and local arrangements are noted with arrival details for related officials and a same day event planned around the session.
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Fenton
Bolsheviks Claim Defeat of Kornilov
The article reports Bolsheviks claiming victory over Kornilov amid a chaotic assembly with low delegate attendance. It notes a disrupted session, political tensions, and mentions casualties and debris from clashes as authorities attempt to restore order.
Fragmentary OCR Item Teases Names and Place Clues
The text fragment presents garbled names and scattered terms suggesting a local item or notice. It includes unclear personal names and possible place references, with no complete events or dates to anchor a clear summary.
Byers Case Set for Appeal to Highest Court
The Byers case moves to the highest court after a ruling detailed by the attorney general’s office. The supreme court decree remains under review as questions and certiorari concerns are addressed, with parties awaiting the official decision.
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Byers
Birth of An Plott Pow Boy Noted in Side Column
An Plott Pow Boy, an eight pound bay boy, was born. The brief item mentions the newborn in a marine context with names and a local Dial Co affiliation, reflecting a small community birth notice style.
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Anthriny
Unclear OCR text summary (historic notice)
Fragmentary readable phrases reference salary, city, and unnamed persons. Contains nonstandard garbled words and lacks coherent events or concrete details to summarize into an event or notice with named entities.
Fragmented note thanks Pershing and UAW tribute
An OCR fragment thanks Pershing and mentions Americas, UAW, and a disrupted line about leaders and events. The readable text is garbled with unclear names and dates, offering no coherent event or outcome to summarize. Further context is needed to extract a specific news item or action.
Harrod divorce case unsettled amid long private writs
In Los Angeles a breach divorce case involving Harrod and Stilis Dom was noted. The wife, described as a new novelist, remains separated after an extended private writ proceedings. The proceedings reflect a tense separation and ongoing legal steps.
First American Ambulance Section On Italian Front
The first American ambulance section on the Italian front receives a tremendous ovation from high officials. The unit includes 20 ambulances and about 110 university students, marking America’s initial participation on the Italian front.
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Rome
America
Highes
Jononry
Towluy
Bandits Hold Up Bank Cashier and Get $15000
Bandits raided a LaGrange area bank about 30 miles west of Chicago and fled in a car with about 15000 in cash and more than 210,000 in gold. Police chased the suspects toward Chicago but lost the trail amid confusion and damaged details.
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LaGrange
Chicago
Relief Promised as Warm Weather Advances
The forecast indicates relief from a cold wave sweeping much of the nation with higher temperatures expected around Wednesday. In the Ohio Valley and nearby regions, temperatures will rise to near 28 degrees below zero, while Atlantic coast areas may see moderating conditions by Saturday. Weather officials caution that today’s readings ranged widely across the Northeast and Midwest as systems shift east.
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Edebt
Ohio Valley
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Henal
Ohio Vales
New York
Tate
New York City
Histon Sie Wite Police Notice In Virginia
An obituary and court notice report a Mrs. Histon Sie Wite accused of assaulting her husband James F. Mevine in West Virginia in 1908. The document mentions a marriage and threats alleged by the wife toward the husband, with further details unclear due to damaged text.
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Histon
Anootia
James F. Mevine
Wilegen
Baby born at St Anthony Hospital in Bromontatieh
A daughter was born at St Anthony hospital to a family in Bromontatieh. The infant weighed in at birth and was reported by the hospital’s birth records.
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St. Anthony
Paige
Information Headquarters for Drafted Men Opens Saturday
Information headquarters for drafted men will be opened Saturday morning. The event, held in the city, aims to assist registrants with processing and guidance. Officials urge attendance, noting location and hours will be posted at municipal offices.
British Hold Stead Against Fierce Attacks at Cambrai
Report from London that after heavy artillery, two German attacks near Bullecourt and Cambrai were repulsed. Despite Crown Prince Rupprecht’s efforts with massive gunfire and troops, British lines remained firm with German advances measured in yards. The exchange described as the most formidable fighting the sector has seen, with heavy losses on the German side and continued British defense.
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Cambrai
London
Rupprecht
Brideh Noes
Ocambrai
Ww, & Spr
Rit
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Hullecourt
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Kupprecht
Cary
Paris Front War Press Hails Unified Allied Offensive
Wartime dispatch reports French front activities and local rallies as Allied operations intensify across the line. German air activity is noted, with claims of enemy plans and synchronized strikes amid broader offensives.
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Paris
Krithth
Northwest lumber talks seek to end labor unrest
Mediators from the West Coast Lumber Federation met Thursday to resolve escalating labor tensions in the Northwest lumber industry. The roundtable aimed to avert strikes and stabilize farm and mill operations amid wage disputes and safety concerns.
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Linthbernen
Hern
Chaotic City Council Session Ends In Grumbling
A visibly irate council meeting adjourned after heated, tangled debate. The page is filled with garbled remarks on permits and lawn care, with references to a continuation on another page.
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