New Telephone Toll Rates Take Effect January 1919
The Postmaster General orders uniform toll schedules for nationwide calls effective 12:01 A M January 21 1919 Station to station rates depend on air line distance with 5c per 6 miles up to 24 miles and 5c per 6 miles beyond. Different service types apply higher or lower rates such as person to person and appointment rates with minimums. Reduced night rates apply 8:30 P M to 4:30 A M, with specific conditions.
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United States
Miessenger
Terror Reign of Reds Ends Soon in Europe War Report
A late 19th century style dispatch claims Bolshevik terror grows in Russia with daily executions in Petrograd, and asserts German and Chinese forces aid anti-Bolshevik efforts. The piece argues Bolshevik leaders misread prospects for revolt while western socialist factions fuel civil unrest and rail sabotage campaigns.
Roosevelt scholastic exercises to honor Wright plans
A telegram regret from Maj Leonard Wood stating inability to attend the Roosevelt award exercises scheduled for February 9. The message notes the planned participation of the governor and commander, reflecting official support for the event.
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Ale
Coe
Roosevalt
Leonard Wood
Letter from Camp Funston praises Theodore Roosevelt
Camp Funston writes to Mayor Hell praising Theodore Roosevelt and recalling his wartime remark about unity. The letter expresses sorrow at Roosevelt’s death and reflects on his character, purpose, and public service. In Paris, January 21, a Chamber committee favors Verennites as a permanent seat for the League of Nations.
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Camp Funston
Hell
Intg
Roosevelt
Loosevelt
Kuinuas
Theodore
Theodore Roornvaly
Hilm
Elanne
Veewslites Ag
Peace League
Paris
Clpn
Chamber of Capnlice
Verénittes
Teague of Nations
Reds Realize and Is Near
Karls Jan report on authentic information about Soviet tensions. Lenine and allies seek strengthened arms amid fears of foreign intervention. A Propose surrender plan is debated as Bolsheviks face mobilization and political pressure.
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Karls
Jan
Triadia
Solshevik
Lenine
Tity
Sureia
Teemier Lenine
Mealeke
Karl Rulek
Lening
Enahlad
Ruwkin Wall
Dolsheviki to iha west and eastern front efforts
An expedition of about 20 000 allied and Russian troops fails to establish contact with Crrelin Slovaks on the Perm Ural front. Both Dwina and Perm fronts report successes that may ease the contact problem and shift the balance of operations.
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Dolsheviki
Iha
Perm
Esthenians Defeat Reds Near Narva in 1919 Action
London reports Esthenian troops north east of Lake Pripus scored a notable success against Bolsheviks. They seized the town of Narva on the Rovalletrograd railway line with prisoners taken. Finnish forces assisted, and a fortress fell to inferiora forces in the action amid chaotic reports of escaped Bolshevik troops and disrupted supply lines.
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London
Lake Pripus
Stiekholm
Narva
Rovalletrograd
ZUM, Provisiona Sud Azinered Traluk
Eran Srateky
Bulubeviki
Minimum wage stance and labor disputes cited in unrest notes
The text advocates for a $4 minimum wage, criticizes anti labor sentiment, and references figures and companies in Canton Ohio and Detroit. It mentions unemployed workers, wartime aid, and alignment with the YWCA USA while discussing workers’ pay, industrial leadership, and political stances amid overseas efforts. The passage also notes potential relocations and social campaigns.
Army nurse dies at hospital during pneumonia epidemic
Miss Katie Rods, an Army nurse attached to the nursing service at Maso Hospital Camp Drayie, died Monday morning of pneumonia following influenza. Her father, M. Dodeot of Casa Blapva, Lexy, was notified. burial plans include an escort from undertaker to the train. Two majors transferred, Maj. J. G. Teper reassigned, Capt. Auch takes over as aide to division headquarters.
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Katie Rods
Maso Hospital
Camp Drayie
Keulay
M. Dodeot
Casa Blapva
Lexy
Miss Hodson
Tina
Mas. Rs Ie
Buebler
Wanitare
Fae
Travix
Geant
dAividion Heatquartery
Alo
Annatinend
J. G. Teper
Lvikion Fudge
Auch
Aaslalant
Seven Cent Car Fare Injunction Begins Wednesday
San Antonio Transit Service Corp seeks a seven cent city car fare in an injunction filed two months ago in federal court. Judge Tulge Duval West will oversee Wednesday hearing on jurisdiction and interferences with the city’s efforts. Attorneys from Verpel ton Brooks Napier and city counsel Autrey will argue for and against the court’s reach into municipal fare control.
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Atocok
San Antonio Inhite Service Corporation
United States District Court
Tulge Duval West
Urewast
Verpleton, Brooks & Napier
Ely
T. J. Mewitan
Willian Autrey
85th Infantry Back From Range With Good Record
The 85th Infantry returned from range duty with a solid record after completing prescribed targets. The unit reported high marks across evaluation levels and demonstrated proficiency in marksmanship and safety protocols, underscoring disciplined training and readiness.
Upset Stomach Relief Promises Quick Indigestion Relief
A garbled ad promises fast relief for indigestion including painful symptoms and stomach upset. It mentions a product used on the foot and claims to ease gas and discomfort, urging immediate use. The wording is unclear but centers on rapid relief from stomach distress.
Corral Kelly Here and Corps in Benne War News
Cororal Kelly reports from the had dow division in Benne where he was wounded and evacuated to Washington Hospital. He has been treated by specialists and expects to be discharged after recovery. He will join the National Guard service again if needed and recalls his division’s time in France.
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Germany
Musain
Havel
Maser
Wicks
Tlebknecht
Nawan Whoshain
Ehlyt
Bolsheyisin
Ast Prosala
Kells
Bing
Welly
San Antonin
Haddow
Benne
Washington Hospital
Hove
University of
France
Weather turning cooler with rain likely this week
Forecasters warn of clouds and possible rain across the region, with temperatures dipping toward the low 50s by midweek. A high-pressure system over the Atlantic and another off the Pacific influence a mellow cooling trend, while a separate note mentions political developments in Europe and local Brewers Association remarks amid national debates.
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Juenl
Cundiy Marnings
Havervd Arawil
Mexico
Canaan
Mistingioni
Pacific
Shook urged to enter legislative race amid county ties
A dispatch reports former County Judge Phil H. Shook being urged to run for the state legislature. Local officials note unclear timing while party leaders weigh the political costs and potential support. The piece discusses county figures, administrative ties, and possible impact on upcoming elections in Texas.
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Phil Hi. Shook
Tong
Pali- Hew
Anion Tha
Stromneyy
Sa Antero
Shonke
Chide
Davia
Austig
Jude
Peerinet
Eneh
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Tuesia
Petrograd
Alnve
Letts
Lenin
Trotzky
Siest
Prest-O-Lite Battery Service Co
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Percy Tyrrell
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Teenant Wood
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Menger Hotel
ST. Anthony Hotel
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REDS
Troteky
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Fay
Idusnelf
Vimke Keller Bearings Company
Canton
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Detroit
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