Severe Winter Storm Paralyzes Plains and Midwest
A heavy snowstorm grips the plains from Fron to the Mississippi valley, bringing deadly exposure and widespread damage. Two people die in Oklahoma as temperatures plunge, travel halts, and power and communication lines fail. Snow, winds, and flooding hamper Arkansas and Missouri, while Texas and Kansas report accumulating drifts and impassable routes.
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Kansas City
Jon
Plains Aven
Fron
Rocky Mountaing Wash
Mississippi River Valley
Warners
Texas
Cralus
Sleem
European Rivers Ravage Europe Amid Wide Floods
Rain and rising rivers caused floods across several German regions and other parts of Europe. Authorities reported major damage along riverbanks, with people displaced and destruction feared in affected towns. The weather improved as fronts moved away, but rescue and relief operations continued.
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Europe
Germany
Panhandle Snowbound Roads Halt Traffic Amid Ice
Heavy snow and drifting conditions isolated Amarillo and surrounding areas. Highways were packed with snow and ice, telephone lines impaired, and a bitter cold snap froze the region. Officials warned of lingering travel hazards and possible thaw delays.
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Panhandle
Ajabah
Danny
Amarillo
Pertussin touted to keep coughs off the air by announcer
Bill Melin known as Thad a King of Night Club announcers says Pertussin relieved his throat and keeps coughs off the air. Doctors have prescribed Pertussin for over 25 years. It is free from narcotics and available from druggists today.
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William Mela
Bill Melin
Lincoln National Bank Bonds Recovered After Heist
Chicago police recovered nearly 1,000,000 dollars in stolen Lincoln National Bank bonds from a street corner safe deposit. gangster Winkler, linked to Capone era networks, retained his share and aided in the scheme’s aftermath. Lincoln Neb officials and Minnesota bank chiefs note the missing certificates and ongoing investigations.
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Chicago
Lincoln National Bank
Tg Winkler
Yuunk
Y Htetton
Mas ‘Uyle
Lincoln
Neb
LwWinkter
Atready
A. Saumders
Minn Uankers
Bit
Perm
Winkler
Wien
Wry Lonward
Lwever
Serguant Sletten
State to Win Shell Judgment in Major Case
A forthcoming court judgment against the Shell company in a $17,000,000 civil action by the Attorney General is set for 2 PM. The suit names Standard Oil and related entities as defendants and seeks enforcement of the alleged violations. If Shell fails to appear, a writ of injunction or contempt may be issued, with further proceedings to follow.
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Austen
Ton
Aliul
Alefonlit
Charles Wheeler
Gil Company
N York
Ils
Bid Invited for Kelly Post Exchange Store
The Kelly field officials invite bids to operate a general merchandise post exchange at the San Milenio site. A planned concession would authorize civilian management to run a small retail outlet serving Kelly personnel and nearby towns, with limited purchase quantities and higher prices for some items.
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San Milenio
Kelly Field
Chenett
Munir
Kelly
War Department
Post Exchange
Ana
Qmitt Exchange
SU En Historien
Sentenced Pair Pleads Guilty to Mail Theft Case
Two men from Towston and Galveston faced federal charges for stealing mail from a pouch in Houston. Adams and his brother admitted to involvement in taking two checks from the pouch in November, seeking a lenient term with cooperation.
Agitineh Petition Describes Judgment Request
Fragmentary OCR notes show a petition where the petitioner seeks a judgment. The text references an entity likely named Lions or Lion, with unclear role, and mentions a corporate element. Details are unreadable and core facts are not fully recoverable.
Garner Meet Sets February 22 Gathering
Fragmented news notes indicate a Garner meet or gathering planned for February 22. Mentions political factions and figures, including names like John, Stevens, Stephens, and Mutter, with unclear roles and locations.
Film Star's Ex Wife Marines Lieutenant Mystery
An unclear clipping references a film star's ex wife linked to a marine lieutenant and mentions several garbled names and terms. The fragment suggests a biographical or entertainment note with military connections but lacks verifiable details or coherent context.
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Marines
Italian Youngsters Get Third Batch of Presents
Italian youngsters receive a third batch of gifts as part of a continuing charity drive. The program, organized by local groups, aims to spread holiday cheer across communities two weeks from the noted anniversary, with families praising the expanded reach and thoughtful donations.
Peruvian capital shaken by quake and rescue efforts
Unclear OCR text describes a tremor affecting Lima with mention of a teen and a rescue attempt. Details are fragmented, but the event centers on an earthquake impacting Peru's capital and ongoing response. No verifiable names or dates are readable to confirm specifics.
Chesterfield Smoked Grace The New Taste Claim
A compact ad style snippet promotes Chesterfield cigarettes claiming they are milder and taste better. The speaker urges lighting up and enjoying the cooler, fresher smoke as the key benefit.
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Lydia I. Pinkham
Linco Natonal Bank
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Chigaga Ganesizer
Shell Ologment
Elly
Caticura
Onick
Hassell
Garner
Henseragie Political Fineis Front Tion of
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Antonia Pobriary
Kevlous
Maret Mbreine Corps
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Amin
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Janasia
Tan
Joely
Varry Deleon
Foundtmate
Ontaeiy
Lenin Weeks
Gieile Sen
Joan Bennett
Holdy Wood
Dan
Brunei
Losoya
Eee Vrussel
Anmlets
Astasy Plaza
S. Florss
Chesterfield
Nat Shilkret
Alex Gray
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