Chinese Armored Ships Seek Protection After Pirate Attacks
Shanghai reports Chinese shipping companies, seeking government protection after renewed pirate raids. Pirates seized and ransacked an ocean liner, robbing 251 passengers of valuables worth about 325,000, and killed a passenger during a raid between Hong Kong and Shanxi. One suspect ship assembled the gang wore disguise as passengers. A passenger received 500 in cash as compensation.
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Ting -Fang
Washington
South China Movement
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Alxs
Hestonmee Hsing
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Shan Mi
Aml Crey
French Study Budget Signals New Finance Debate
Paris February budget discussion on appropriations exceeding large francs aims to fund expenses recoverable under a special treaty. Deputy Eymond argues France could restore financial balance if not bound by Verdun Versailles era obligations on Germany. Deputy Gronssan notes reparations commission difficulties.
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Paris
Chamber of Deputies
Eymond
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Flu prevention and remedy product claims and refund offer
A dubious health advert promises flu prevention using a mysterious mix with nan protection and clean water rituals. It asserts cold cut overnight and fever avoidance with a patented Caluteh solution, priced at thirty five cents, and offers a money back refund if not satisfied.
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Von
Fragmentary wartime speech hints at commission action
The Premier spoke on treaty tributes and a forces loan. He said Germany had picked to forces loan terms and noted Reichstag refusals. A commission would need to act on the sequencing of this question, he added.
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Germany
Actors Oppose Union Over English Players Visit
New York on February 17 reports tension as English actors refuse to join the Equity Association amid efforts by Samuel Gompers and producer Alber da Courville to negotiate a joint affiliation. Courville brings 55 English performers for a musical company and threatens action if compelled to join the U.S. body. Equity officers say agreements exist allowing mutual membership.
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Asseration
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Alber da Courville
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Stembacg
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Nehera
Jeder
Bergdoll Appeal Dismissed by U S Court of Appeals
Philadelphia Heb 17 The appeals of Mrs Brita Bergdoll mother of Glover Cleveland Bergdoll and four co defendants in a conspiracy to aid Grover Bergdoll and his brother to evade military service were dismissed by the United States Court of Appeals Thursday in a decision by Judge Buffington The ruling leaves fines totaling 23 000 and pending prison terms for the defendants who must be remitted by June 18 if possible. The other convicted defendants are Charles Broan James Kromig Albert S Mitchell and Harry Sohn.
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Brita
Bergdoll
Glover Cleveland
Dickinson
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Comet of Appeals
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Ber
Mrk. Bergdol
Charles Broan
Hee Wu
Joroes Kromig
Albert
Mitchell
Harry ‘Sohn
Harding Lands Banks at New York Dinner
President Harding paid tribute to bankers at the annual dinner of the bankers association, praising their role in bearing the nation through wartime and reconstruction. He credited the banking community for wisdom and discretion across hostilities and postwar challenges, noting their alliance as both able and sound.
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Darding
Irhute
Lue Courtry
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Hicklig
Inswat
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Ube Bankepa
Wirth Victory Echoed Amid German Government Pressure
Local and national papers praise Chancellor Wirth after a decisive victory. Observers say the government gains confidence but warn of unrest at home and rising tensions with the Reichstag. Analysts expect new efforts to stabilize the economy while cautions about ongoing domestic strife persist.
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Uig
Aldevyd
Wuerwaechi
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Qi Hoon
Aid to American exporters amid war bonds program
A statement from Director Meyer reported by The Senate Thursday shows War Binaries Core Corporation provided aid totaling $20,186,400 to American exporters and associated farmers. The note names firms, agricultural cooperatives, and western institutions as beneficiaries, with additional figures cited for export values.
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Xincomatin
Tie Taw
Meyer
Mul Vances
Mnany
Tacmers
Chess
Libertoy Meyer Atted
Ashurst
Homaont
Arizorta
Advanto
Prices Drift Lower On Wholesale Produce Market
Wholesale fruit and vegetable prices show a downward trend for the first time in months though changes are limited. Poultry and eggs gained strength last week while most vegetables and fruits largely held firm or edged lower, with beets, cabbage, peppers, celery, potatoes, onions, cauliflower, and oranges noted among items holding or dropping slightly.
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Jong
Nationally Known Lawyer Dies in Chicago
Chicago February 17. Prominent attorney Milles Smeyer died yesterday at age 75. He defended major Chicago packers in Sherman antitrust cases and helped overturn a 29 41 000 fine against Standard Oil Indiana for rebates. Born in Louisville Kentucky he was a member of the New York bar.
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Jlom
Milles
Smeyer
Chicago
Thakye
Standard Oil Company
Indiana
Millers
Luisville, Ny
The
New York Ar
Regal miner Lelatére awaits indeterminate term
Jules Lelatére of Jerseyville faces commitment to the state penitentiary after a judge sentenced him to one to twenty years for possessing liquor. Delattre had pleaded guilty a year earlier and was paroled, but new charges led to revocation and reinstatement of the sentence.
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Pisayf Weil
Window Glass Fire Causes Major Downtown Loss in Birmingham
A blaze at W. Travis' and Soledad Window Glass near Zeigler’s Corner in Birmingham caused extensive damage today. The fire, reported around Feb 17, struck the heart of the downtown business district at the corner of Fifth Avenue and Fourth Street, with losses exceeding 500 thousand dollars. The incident involved windshields paints and varnishes among the stored goods. Proceeds or exact causes remain under investigation.
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Soledad
Wae & Zeigher's Corner
Birmingham
Ala
Cvenry-first Street
Fourth Avenue
Dream of Germans Circling the Globe in Fourteen Days
German aviation leaders including Major Parseval predict a transworld flight within years. Zeppelins and seaplanes may cross the Atlantic to New York and South America before Christmas. German plans hinge on Allied restrictions and future aircraft market despite cautions from rivals.
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Germany
Parseval
Zeppelin
Atlantic
New York
South America
Januwerstle
Rumpfer
Flua Field
Influenza wanes as pneumonia grip rises in New York
New York health officials report the influenza epidemic has weakened while pneumonia cases surge. Health Commissioner Cones cites 547 pneumonia cases and several deaths in the latest 24 hour review, warning of rising danger as colder weather continues. Extortion charged in a separate indictment ties to building trades factions.
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New York
Conestn
Diamond Dyes Advertises Easy Home Dyeing Tips
Dial Diamond Dyes as the remedy for faded fabrics including skirts dresses gowns and draperies. The ad emphasizes simple at home dyeing with guaranteed results and directs buyers to specify wool silk linen cotton or mixed fabrics to avoid streaks spots or fading.
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Fideleas
Diamont
Alleged schemes tied to building trades council extortion
Alleged case cites influence peddling involving a building trades council to extract about 2001 dollars from Sav Blickman, a contractor, for calling off a strike in February 1428. Officials, dates, and precise details are unclear in the fragment.
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Astortion
Building Trades Council
Astort
Sav Blickman
Undefined legal hearing described in fragment
Fragment mentions trial notation in California on February 1 and a party named J Belton Kennedy with illness delaying proceedings. Details are unclear due to corrupted OCR. The item appears to report a court hearing date and an adjournment caused by absence of witnesses.
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Ubeathate
Autrurna
Moka
Geies
J. Belton Kennedy
Witnemen
Girls under threat in late night dance incident
Fragmentary report describes a reported threat to girls by a male follower group during a late night event. Names and precise details are garbled but indicate concern for the safety of young women involved and mention a social worker and community figures. The readable text implies fear for a woman's companion or partner.
Ban Petting Parties Sparks High School Controversy
New Mexico high school debate centers on dancing and conduct as administrators weigh student activities. A faculty panel reviews incidents labeled questionable, amid campus culture clashes and calls for stricter decorum.
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New Mexico
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