Germany Uses Strong Measures to Quell Labor Unrest
Report from Washington and Copenhagen notes Germany deploying troops and strict supervision to suppress strikes. Alsace Lorraine regiments placed under long hours with no breaks, while workers are barred from conversation during shifts. Hunger weapon reported as trade unions in Copenhagen withhold support to force surrender. Labor unrest seen as severe with widespread disciplinary actions.
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Washington
Alsice- Lorrainera
Copenhagen
Hunager
Hortin
Polish Legions Fight Bolsheviks In Crimea and Minsk
Fragmented lines describe Polish forces at Minsk declaring war on the Bolsheviks and heavy fighting across Crimea. The text references Cossack revolts, focus on Minsk, and various military movements and divisions amid a broader civil war context.
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Crimea
Solillers Atl
Minsk
Michelshevikt
Valendines
Talstvowthi
Calessa
Derssratin
Soldier to Have Military Funeral
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Lewin
Vancouver
Caylite Drake
Mary Choon - Idtt
Wilson to speed up action on railroad reform
Washington reports President Wilson pushes railroad reform as eleven Democratic senators urge swift White House action. The address signals wartime finance and bond concerns while House leaders press for faster passage to aid the economy and war effort. London dispatches note imminent Berlin talks on German policy amid ongoing negotiations.
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BRILL
Washington
Wilron Kiw
Merase
White House
Wilson
County Roadmaster to Direct County Road Work
Oregon county adopts a new plan to abolish the county roadmaster and appoint a county engineer or foreman to manage road work. The change shifts supervision from elected overseers to a centralized engineer, with deputies assigned across districts as needed. The court will set timelines and allocate funds for projects under the new system.
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Oregon
Vie
Cnet
Spain Faces Pro German Suspicion Amid World War II Ties
A garbled report suggests Spain is suspected of pro German activity but ready to back whichever side prevails. Washington and Allied officials weigh Spain’s role as tensions rise, with claims of massive German influence and possible troop support if needed. The piece notes U.S. caution and the search for a clear stance from Madrid.
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Spain
Vocational Otu gies and School Board Promotion
A fragmentary report notes potential school board action on establishing a vocational training program. Officials discuss funding through limited federal government aid and designate a college or university site to receive support, with a proposed $500 salary for an instructor and advisement from the board on implementation.
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Rosslev
C. O
Privcipat Beri
Jitiformal Wirling
He Daattine
Abe
Harting
Hey Governton
Te Luolide
Lia
Reaxler
Russian Bolsheviki blamed for strike
A chaotic wartime report blames Russian Bolsheviki for a strike. Descriptions reference a student unrest and attempts to incite anarchy, with claims of attacks and confrontations during a tense period. The piece notes American prisoners and clashes as authorities back dispersal efforts.
Army Redurees and City Health Ambiguities
An obscure report from Kansas City outlines unclear health and municipal matters. It references public officials including an informal mayor and discusses preparations and conditions affecting services, with fragmented phrasing and lingering confusion over authority and procedures.
Cooperative Effort in Mares Pean Waters Draws Attention
A garbled report mentions entities and possible cooperation with Altice in Mares pean Waters. It references individuals like Pedro Pront and Gen ie of the broiler and a plan involving Khaya ote and Gaerne War. The text is unclear but signals a water-related coordination with a Recepition Cet.
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Altice
Pedro
Tawil
War on Trench Rats Begins in Europe
The United States planned to wage war on trench rats in Europe as part of a broader military effort. Major Goldmann, a state inspector, was assigned to lead a campaign for the extermination of the vermin along about 500 miles of frontline trenches.
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United States
Europe
Luther J. Guldman
Thales
A. Goldman
Syene
Wapahington
France
Goldiniin
Americans May Be In Big Action Soon
Reports indicate one death and several wounded in a clash between American forces and German troops. The fighting could widen, with American units preparing for a large-scale engagement and possible involvement in a French sector.
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Washington
New Discipline System Adopted for School Use
A new discipline system was adopted at the town school. It outlines a structured method of dealing with infractions, detailing student responsibilities, teacher roles, and penalties, including time allowances and procedures for meeting with administrators.
Illinois dairymen boycott milk delivery movement
Illinois dairymen refused to deliver milk on Sunday as a protest against price controls and distributors. The action aimed to pressure Chicago distributors over higher returns from butter and skim milk, with dairymen arguing current prices hurt their profits and feed costs.
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Pelv Amr
Dairymion Bernwibioute Eipuly
Ius
Chicago
Moxiiod
Hs Ewrby Uietriete
Cheaper milk in prospect for Northwest buyers
A scrambled fragment suggests prospects of cheaper milk in the Northwest, with references to prices, shortages, and supply lines. The text mentions a market or labeling effort and consumer expectations, but specifics are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Trotsky Declares Wilson Formula Academically Sound but Not Practical
Washington dispatch reports Trotsky stating that President Wilson and British Premier Lloyd George support a peace framework in principle but deem it impractical. He argues the United States and Allies favor terms acceptable to Germany yet fear political backlash if rejected.
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Trotsky
Wilson
Untitled Local Crime Note From OCR Fragments
Fragmentary OCR report notes a crime incident and a public warning. Names and places are garbled but reference to a detective or police action and a Wednesday event. The readable bits indicate a local precinct response and a possible arrest or investigation status.
Flood Makes 1000 Shelterless In Newport Kentucky
A thousand families are homeless in Newport Kentucky after the worst flood since the Dayton disaster. One third of Cincinnati is inundated and hundreds slept in jail, city and county buildings as relief is hampered by ice forming on the river. Union Depot abandoned and trains stopped outside the city while home guards patrol. Skiffs navigate flooded streets and schools will open to the homeless with free food provided.
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Cincinnati
Newport
Kentucky
Dayton
Union
Etreeta
Mrs. John Hailey Sr dies at Boise home
Mrs. John Hailey Sr a pioneer resident of the inland empire died at 4 am in Boise after a long illness aged about 90. She crossed the plains in 1847 with parents and later lived in Lewiston and the Boles basin. Survived by husband four sons J. Hailey B B Hailey John Hailey Jr and George Hailey and daughter Leone Cartee.
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John Hailey, Jr
Eliy
Boise
John Hailey
Inland Empire
Ah. Binsley
Halley
GB. B. Griffin
Jackson County
Mr. Hailey
Lewicketon
Boles Basin
Boi
la Grande
Dallas
Oregon
Idaho
Pendleton
J. (. Hailey
Jordan Vailey
B. B. Hailey
Golwe
George T. Halley
Nevada
Mra Leone Cartee
California
Americans Denied Entry to Holland in Retaliation
Washington February 1 five remaining Americans in Berlin have been denied entry to Holland since January 16 the German minister in Brussels informed the American minister of Holland. It is believed retaliation for not admitting Germans to live in America. The names of the five Americans are not known.
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Washington
Berlion
Holland
Brussels
Germaine
America
Special Plot Set Aside for Burials of Soldier
A city cemetery plot is set aside for burials of soldiers from the current war. Councilmen Taylor, Polym and Thelpe preside as officials confirm commemorative grave markers and a memorial site to honor those who died in service. The arrangement covers three graves and calls for futher rites at the forthcoming ceremony.
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Taylor
Polym
Teein
Metwa Bay
Varun
Leo
Lee
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