Admiral Dewey Laid To Rest With Full Honours
Admiral Dewey was laid to rest in Arlington after a state funeral in Washington attended by President Wilson, the cabinet, Supreme Court, and diplomatic corps. The procession included midshipmen, sailors, and Marines, with the casket on a gun caisson, and the ceremony marked by simple rites and hymns.
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El Paso observes memorial for Admiral Dewey
Thousands of soldiers on the Mexican border and civilians in El Paso halted traffic and paused for five minutes as Brig. Gen. George Bell Jr orders participation in a memorial ceremony. Mayor Tom Lea issues a proclamation urging civic tribute with bands and a dirge from Saul.
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Independence Hall Toll Marks Dewey Tribute
The bell in Independence Hall tolled at one minute intervals from 11 to 11:30 a.m. today in honor of the late Admiral Dewey. The observance took place in Philadelphia, reflecting the era’s formal mourning customs.
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Statehouse honors Admiral Dewey with half mast
United States flag lowered at half mast in Austin to honor Admiral Dewey whose funeral was held today. Legislature adjourned Friday afternoon in tribute. Public buildings in San Antonio and Fort Sam Houston also lowered flags to half mast in respect to the dead admiral.
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Lewallen Trial Moves to Jury in Temple Killing Case
Wilbur F. Lewallen of Belton stands trial in Georgetown after a Bell county change of venue for the street killing of Roy McKinley in Temple. Lewallen testified he fired to defend himself after a fight in which he met McKinley in an automobile.
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Weather forecast roundup from multiple cities
Forecasts by The Light list temperatures, winds and conditions for St. Louis Chicago Milwaukee St Paul Kansas City New York and Washington. Readings show clear or cloudy skies with cool to cold temperatures and northwest or northeasterly winds, noting daily lows and highs.
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Poincare Sets Tone for Allied Peace View
Paris January 20 President Poincare spoke with Edward Marshall an American writer at the Elysee noting France will continue the war until reparations and guarantees are secured. He said the United States and France are closely united by tradition and friendship and praised Wilsons note while stressing need for lasting humane peace.
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Peace and restitution cited in French reply toWilson
President Poincare asserts no war of revenge and calls for restoration of provinces lost in past conflicts. He says France would accept no revenge and emphasizes the moral core of Allied demands for justice. He notes Alsace Lorraine and past wrongs but insists peace requires rightful vindication without renewed bloodshed.
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Leak inquiry to resume hearings in New York
The House rules committee retains Sherman L. Whipple of Boston as counsel and will resume hearings at the New York customs house at 10 a m Tuesday. Subpoenaed New York financiers including J P Morgan Frank Vanderlip Jules Bache and Henry P Davison will be first witnesses. Ruth Thomason Visconti will testify after the committee returns to Washington.
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Allied Parliament Presidents Meet in Berlin Conference
On January 18 the presidents of the parliaments of Germany Austria Hungary Bulgaria and Turkey arrived in Berlin welcomed by German Reichstag leaders and foreign ministry officials. Dr Alfred Zimmermann left for Vienna as Berlin hosts plan talks likely without war staff attendance to limit military involvement.
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Expecting Rain on Sunday Cloudy Outlook for Leisure Plans
Weather observer warned of cloudy unsettled conditions for Sunday with possible rain. A high pressure system over the southeast and a trough through the Great Lakes to the Gulf states created unsettled weather, varying temperatures from 64 in Florida to 24 below zero in Winnipeg. Major Buell predicted limited temperature change but ongoing cloudiness and rain chances.
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U S Consulate Burglarized in Algiers
The American consulate at Algiers was entered by burglars on Tuesday night. The safe was forced open and all papers inside were stolen.
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Refugees to Leave Syria Aid Sought Through Navy Help
American refugees in Syria and Palestine rise from a few hundred to over a thousand prompting State Department to open indefinite use of USS Des Moines and collier Caesar. Barcelona to land and reboard refugees on commercial vessels with Turkish escort through mine zones. Beirut exit point limited. famine pestilence and locusts devastate the region.
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Cashier's Mother Leads Bandit Chase in Bank Robbery
Mrs James Cowie mother of the Exchange State Bank assistant cashier helped spearhead a citizen posse in Kanapolis North Carolina running battle with robbers who forced the vault exploding it and stealing about three thousand dollars in cash and silver. She was lightly wounded in the wrist and no others injured as the volley of more than fifty shots rang out.
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Hoboes Fight Disease Campaign Aids By Public Health Experts
International Hoboes' College in Chicago announces a nationwide anti disease drive. Rev. Irving St John Tucker says Surgeon General Rupert Blue will provide experts to teach preventive medicine. In spring exams, passing students win first aid packets instead of diplomas for use in construction camps. Migrant workers will carry disease and sanitation report blanks on new jobs.
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Spradling Acquitted in Moonshine Conspiracy Case
Newton G. Spradling a former gauger in the internal revenue service was acquitted in Federal Court Fort Smith Arkansas of complicity in the Moonshine Conspiracy centered there. Three days earlier James H. Suber had charges dismissed. Federal officers said Casper and Hartman would testify in Jacksonville against Thomas McCoy in Asheville. No further Moonshine cases are to be heard this term.
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Guy L. Hartman
Jacksonville
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Thomas McCoy
Asheville
N. C
Youmans
Violent Artillery Action Near Plessis de Roye
Paris reports a violent artillery action last night in the Plessis de Roye region while other areas had a quiet night according to today’s official announcement.
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Alpine shooting case Dramatizes Spanell trial details
Eye witness Mrs. Harrison testified in Alpine describing a night car scene with Crystal Spanell bloodied in a vehicle after shots were fired at Colonel Butler and Crystal Spanell. Neighbor Lee Hancock recalled Spanell saying to go to the victims and pleading for jail time, not admission of guilt.
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Imperial ukase delays Duma and imperial council session
A new imperial ukase postpones the convening of the Duma and imperial council. The move extends the political stalemate in Petrograd as authorities seek a mechanism to harmonize government and the executive chambers.
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Rare Shakespeare poems edition leads auction sale
A fine copy of the rare edition of Shakespeare's poems sold in New York today for 2950 dollars. The London printed volume dates from 1640. Also sold was "Thordiyary of Cristen Men" printed in 1508 at Wynkyn de Worde's press for 2600 dollars.
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German submarine sinks sixteen ships in convoy raid
A German submarine commanded by Lieutenant Captain Wuensche sank sixteen ships totaling about 26 000 gross tons on its latest voyage, according to the Overseas News Agency. In Mexico, Queretaro reports the constitutional assembly approved a measure regulating alcohol production to curb liquor traffic and reduce corn use.
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London Munitions Plant Destroyed In Massive Explosion
A near London munitions factory exploded last night, destroying the plant and adjoining flour mills. Thirty to forty bodies recovered and about 100 people seriously injured. The blast shook London and suburbs, with a roaring shock and a tall flame seen for miles as fire crews fought the ensuing blaze.
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British steamer Toftwood sunk after Christmas voyage
The British steamship Toftwood, bound from New York on Christmas Day with a cargo valued at 750000 dollars, was submarine sunk. Advices received here by the French Line, which cleared the vessel, confirm the loss.
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Cattlemen call for Mexican patrols at convention
In Cheyenne Wyoming on January 20 the American National Live Stock Association endorses resolutions urging that the northern portion of Mexico be patrolled by American forces to prevent further indignities deprivations and injuries to Americans.
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Fear of Violence Over Transit of Murder Suspects in OKC
Oklahoma City authorities fear a violence outbreak if John M. Couch and Rowland D. Williams are moved from Guthrie to the city for arraignment. Officials pursue secrecy amid possible smuggling for a preliminary hearing. Miss Nellie M. Dunn's funeral is set for tomorrow afternoon with her mother and brother arriving from Joplin Missouri.
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Automobile Injuries Girl In Front Of Bexar Hotel
Six year old Dorotea Flores daughter of A Flores was hit by automobile 2731 driven by E N Kersey on Houston street in front of the Bexar Hotel at 2 40 PM. She was taken to Dr Deacon in the State Bank and Trust building for treatment. Officer Giraud arrested Kersey for reckless driving and he posted bond. He returned to move the girl to her home or a hospital explaining the child darted out before the car could stop.
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Withdrawal plans for Pershing's Expedition in Mexico
Washington dispatch suggests orders for withdrawal of Pershing's expedition may come within days as Funston returns to base to plan the withdrawal and homeward dispatch of National Guard units. Officials note no formal order yet but expect action after border troops reassigned.
ASKING PERSHING IF READY FOR BORDER MARCH
A messenger passed through El Paso asking General Pershing when the punitive expedition would begin marching toward the border. No formal withdrawal order had been issued, but a definite date was expected. Reports suggested El Valle and San Joaquin outposts were moving toward Colonia Dubian to join the main column. An officer predicted border movement by Monday.
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Vocational Education Assn Urges Ties With Schools Firms and Unions
In Chicago on January 20 the Vocational Education Association of the Middle West called for closer ties among vocational schools employers and unions. Charles A. Prosser of Minneapolis argued that American boys will not accept traditional apprenticeships and that many employers chafe at such arrangements. He said evening schools fill a gap due to lack of technical training and that the dull season makes schools useful for building trades.
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Extra Session Looms Amid Wilson Agenda Rush
At the capitol talk of an extra session to finish President Wilsons program resurfaced with less than thirty six legislative days left. Senators doubt action on key bills while the Senate steering committee plans to meet Monday to frame a program for a Democratic caucus.
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