Switzerland backs Wilson peace note in WWI appeal
The Swiss Federal Council issued a note to warring powers expressing support for President Wilson’s call to discuss peace terms. Dr. Paul Ritter delivered a copy to the White House as Switzerland, neutral, urges an end to the war and offers its aid to help establish a lasting peace.
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Japanese Note on Wilson Proposals Bears Hope for Peace
Toko December 25 reports President Wilson’s note to belligerents has been delivered to Japan. Press views see no direct link to the German peace plan but allow for possible future fusion. Analysts foresee replies from Japan and allies in Wilson’s spirit, noting the war was begun to curb German militarism and to solidify world order.
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Praise for President and Wilson peace note from Geneva paper
The Journal de Geneve applauds President Wilson for his peace note, praising his courage and hoping neutrals share in the salute to his effort. In Petrograd the newspaper Noyce Vremya blames German influence for Wilson’s move and criticizes U.S. interference in the war.
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Clarence Bean Shot Dead at Christmas Fiesta Near Old Boston
In New Boston on December 25 Clarence Bean was killed at a Christmas celebration at Old Boston, four miles south of town. Tom Hays surrendered to the sheriff and was released on 1000 bond. The shooting cause remains unknown. Both men are prominent residents.
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Joseph's Third Floor Apparel Sale Opens Tuesday
Aggressive after Christmas clearance at Joske's unveils dramatic reductions across women’s wear. Tailor suits dresses and coats slashed with no garments held back. thousands of pieces priced from $13.34 to $33.34 for suits and from $13.34 to $33.34 for dresses. End date not specified.
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Handsome gowns and coats on sale for winter wear
Evening gowns and dancing frocks in silks nets crepe and tulle are reduced. Women’s winter coats in every kind length and style including fur trimmed cloth and velvet coats are priced to clear.
Darragh Dies After Fire Relapse in San Antonio
John Darragh seventy two died after a paralysis following the November 18 house fire at 1010 North Olive Street. He had been improving at the St Anthony Hotel when a sudden relapse caused death. Funeral planned for Tuesday at Mission Burial Park with Rev Father J H Quinn to conduct services. He was born in Galveston on April 20 1844 and later lived in San Antonio. Survived by widow a son in New York and a daughter in Panama.
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Mississippi native dies in city at 39
Robert E Craddock 39 died at 8 Sunday night at his home 209 McKinley avenue He was a Mississippi native who had lived in the city for two years coming from Savannah Georgia His widow survives The funeral was at 10 Monday morning from Sloan Hagg Undertaking Company parlors and interment followed at Mission Burial Park
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Obituary for Jake Murie at 122 Fairbanks Avenue
Jake Murie aged 49 died Sunday at his home 122 Fairbanks Avenue. He had lived in the state for 35 years. Survived by his widow and thirteen children seven sons and six daughters.
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Funeral service announced from family residence
Funeral will be held Monday afternoon from the family residence. Shelley-Loring Undertaking Co. lists automobile equipment and provides two contact phones 971. France announces a national merchant fleet created with Great Britain under monthly joint review, while Paris claims the Eiffel Tower makes it a wireless hub.
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California to Welcome 1000 Californians March 4 Visit
California residents plan to attend the March 4 inaugural ceremonies with at least five special trains. The Southern route will pass through San Antonio with a stop for entertainment here, leaving San Francisco February 26 and arriving around February 28. The delegation, near 1000 strong, includes two large military groups and is organized under the Chamber of Commerce. Elmer W. Griswold, former Connecticut assembly member and brush company president, died in New York from anthrax after a factory injury likely exposed by a bristle.
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