Suit over oil land strip and lease valued at $100000
Charles A. Sarber sues to correct a lease and recover damages claiming a 600 foot wide land strip was omitted from the description. He alleges mutual mistake as to field notes and seeks a conforming judgment and about 110000 in damages plus foreclosure on two tracts. The case arises from disputes in the Wannion Salaly district involving Oliver brothers and a large oil and gas lease.
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Pitty-seventh District
Nhursday
Charles Ay Larber
Williamms & Harting
Barber
Wannion- Salaly
Supher Awit
Bir. Barber
Oliver Brothers
Coun
Oliver
Charles A. Sacher
Ma. Sarber
Sarber
assurance /wits
Iiven
Etx
Compulsory Military Service Plan Proposed in Mexico City
The War Department submits to President Cansha for a compulsory service plan to draft all Mexican men. It outlines active service terms and ages, with references to treasury and mineral deposits and a forthcoming government action.
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Mexico
Mexico City
Canshza
Bare footed in Alaska report from Seward school march
Fragmentary note from Seward Alaska dated January 97 describes steamer Dora from Nome and snow cover to mid January. It mentions children attending school while a bird appears, with garbled names and places, signaling a brief weather or local observation item.
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Seward
Alaska
Adviras Tencved
Dora
Sstale
Lee Ng
Nogthom
Ameka
Suffragettes Call Upon the President
New York January 27 President Wilson refused to subtect the movement for federal woman suffrage urging states to handle the issue. He met about 200 Congressional Union members at the Waldorf Astoria and heard notes from suffrage leaders. He promised to discuss with Congress but prioritized defense mobilization and noted he would not be swayed by a single policy.
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New York
Wilson
Congressional Union For
Waldorf-Astoria
Haigl
Washington
Mary Beard
Colmbia University
Tittin Tayer
Bruece
Hed
Middle West
Emperor Francis Joseph’s Health Failing At Vatican Circles
Reports from Vatican circles say Emperor Francis Joseph of Austria, ill for days, is rapidly growing worse as conditions worsen. The report notes his long illness and the concern of European leaders relying on updates via London sources.
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Rome
London
Vatican
Francis Joseph of Austria
Weather forecasts and temperatures across cities
The report lists temperatures for multiple cities including Chicago Paul Seattle Washington and others with forecasts of cloudiness snow and rising or falling temps. It notes highs and lows and wind directions affecting readings and overall conditions.
President Wilson Urges Peace Through Justice in Nation's Heart
President Wilson, speaking in New York, called for peace rooted in justice and national character. He urged Americans to embrace tolerance and the right of every people to determine their own affairs, referencing U S policy toward Mexico and the need for internal unity. He outlined plans for a middle west tour and engagements with business groups before returning to Washington.
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New York
Nus Indivedual
Wilson
Federa
Ben
Charetes
Uonad
Caranulen
Railway Business Men's Association
Middle West
Motion Picture Board of Trade
Tle
Washington
Wilson Inn
America
United States
Uhis
Toyama
Elereymen
Peans
Neighbor Suspected Burglar in Missouri Tragedy
In St Louis Missouri on January 27 a woman named Mrs. Thorntius shot and killed a man she believed to be the thief who entered her home seeking a coat and other items. The incident occurred after a tense confrontation in the dark, and authorities were preparing a coroners inquest as the neighbor’s family was involved.
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ST. Louk
Fennig
Thorntius
Horiburg
J. E. Williama
Woonan
Wilson backs nonpartisan tariff commission plan
President Wilson reversed his opposition to a tariff commission, saying world events have changed circumstances. He argues a nonpartisan expert body is needed to gather facts to guide Congress, urging the Ways and Means Committee to act at once.
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Washington, D
Wilson
Kitchin
Tioure Wars and Means Committee
Tariff Commission
Congress
Ie Rays
Witelo
Festerdsys Tedler
Mrs Mohr Denies Plot to Kill Husband in Providence
Mrs Mohr testified she never plotted to murder her husband Dr. Frank Mohr and denied coercion to sign over property. She described a troubled marriage with alleged cruelty, said she feared for her safety, and admitted writing letters to Dr Mohr’s friends while maintaining she sought information, not a murder plan.
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Providence
Redan
Atrs
Cushing
Newport
Jou Ich
Mohr
Ueells
Negra Ehaudieus
Cmd
Elensis
Mirs
Average salary of Protestant Episcopal ministers in U.S.
Bishop William Lawrence of Massachusetts announced at a church meeting that the Episcopal Church plans a self supporting pension plan for clergy. He will step back temporarily to raise a fund of 3 million dollars, aiming to ensure retirements for ministers over eighty.
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Xew Vork
Willian Lawrence
Massachusetts
Lawrence
Roy
Avassachusettts
Southwest lawmakers push reforms to curb stockyards abuses
Vetitions prepared by stockmen in El Paso as Congress and state legislatures across the Southwest consider laws to end abuses by packing houses that control major terminal facilities. J. T. Peso of San Antonio withdraws. Dwight Heard of Phoenix elected president of the American National Livestock Association. Tomlinson chosen secretary. John Springer treasurer. Early bids planned for next year’s convention with Salt Lake City and Cheyenne contenders. The convention closes today.
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EL Paso
Tex
Congress
J. T. Pesof
San Antonio
Dwight & Heard
Phoenix
Arizona
Amerlesiy
National Livestock Association
Tomlinson
John WW
Springer
Deviter
Salt Takn
Cheyenne
Mexicans Send U S Soldiers Across Border Across Border
Dramatic Progreso incident prompts diplomatic tension as American privates Wheeler and Pederson are kidnapped by bandits while swimming the Rio Grande. They are rescued by Mexican soldiers then repatriated to Fort Brown after crossing back into the United States. The exchange triggers investigations of Mexican authorities and border patrol actions.
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Sarownsvilde
Tex
Tan
Willizng Wheeler Ant Bingo Devsen
Hattersey Ponrth Field Arillery
Sfosienas
Sani
Catranz
Matarmorar
United States
Jaen
Matamores
Quintanilla
Alirelo Ricant
Wheeler
Pederson
Rio Travo
Matamuorys
Johnson
Biatamoroz
Fort Brownswes
Thatio Grande
Wileupting
Privetes Wheeler
Pecos
Willambist
Here
Progteeg
México
Metin
Het
Tom
Kirwshy
Hatha
de Clennan
Warwick
Walever
Pedersen
Pledsee
Maskelorr Chunn
Esarmarinil
Wwe
Ardeva
Rio Hravo
Santanuror
Bank Robbery At Chicago Bank 1 Sees $12000 Stolen
A group of masked robbers entered a Chicago bank, forced clerks and depositors to the floor, and escaped with more than 12 thousand dollars. Four masked men brandished revolvers, taking cash from the cages before fleeing in an automobile. Police and bank officers describe the attackers as likely part of a well organized gang active in the downtown district.
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Shin Park National Wank
Dawe
Sis
Sereor Twilyy
Ottie Ilepdatlars
Chingie Wut
Cour
J. Gathind Stahl
Pranager
Boston Americans
Stahl
Bing Enahier
Sheridan G. Frswin
Star
Offeisls
Hank
Chicas
le Downtows Slisirict
British workers reject conscription in labor congress
A British labor congress narrowly defeated a resolution opposing conscription in any form by 1,196,000 to 319,000. The panel debated wartime policy and the impact on democracy and suffrage, with speakers noting casualties and the need to repeal coercive measures. A second proposal urged opposition to militarization and Willard, amid reports of troop losses and wounded.
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Congress
Bristot
Cretan
Peytesting
Moe
National Labor Party
Adepriva
Conger
Lator Congress
Crmphitti
Willard
Kiw
M. Longuel
Josary
Neretate
British Parliament Prorogued by King
A garbled report notes the British Parliament being prorogued by the king. It includes phrases about not laying down their aims and concerns for civilization’s future, with unclear dates and names. The text is fragmented and difficult to parse, but centers on royal action and parliamentary session stoppage.
Updikes Released in Chicago Conspiracy Case
The Updikes are freed after a conspiracy case in Chicago. Plea terms set bond at $20,000 per defendant. Attorneys state the defense will move to suppress inadmissible evidence. Authorities and court actions are described with limited details from the Tatler.
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Chicago
Ij Uturiler
Brits
Furiada
Tytlke
Uehara
Tatler
Sarkel
Aterney
Young Theodore Heisler Heads Fifth Avenue Bank
Theodore Heisler has just been named president of the Fifth Avenue Bank of New York, becoming one of the youngest bank presidents in America. He began his career in the banking field and has rapidly risen to the top post.
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Theodore Heisler
Fifth Avenue Bank of
New York
America
Aecoms
Night Riders Sentenced After Conspiracy Case
Thirteen night-riders were paroled yesterday after sentences up to five years for conspiracy to commit offenses in southeastern Missouri. Original cases involved violence against landowners and farm tensions. others received suspended sentences or lesser terms, with ongoing conditions about good behavior and church attendance noted.
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Neve Maurid
Missouri
Jefferson City
Unifer
Nes Yands
Wighe-Shiers
Sinsey
Chat Gore
Jeranes Caport
Army Needs Men Officers and Men for Mexico War
Leonard Woor commander of the East division told the House military committee that if ordered to invade Mexico with the present infantry cavalry and artillery strength fewer than their full force would take the field. He warned that invasion would require about 230000 men and urged adoption of enlistment terms to attract a higher quality volunteer.
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Leonard Woor
House
Americans detained aboard tugboat in Amherst incident
Two American sailors John NX and William W Mik were held by authorities in Amherst after tugboat Ramas from Portland arrived with a barge. The crew protested seizures of mines rollers as the Times captain objected, sparking a brief intermitent camp detention despite protests from the tugboat crew.
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Badan
Werman
Willian
Ramas
New Vai Wi
Armherst
Raines
Portland
Fighting in China Pering Fan 27 Theee
Reports indicate three dozen traps during the push into JowRns-Si have entered Fidmin province and defeated a force of about 1000, capturing a key figure. Government actions are described as tense with movements toward Laschow and Hrovinon. Ming reports progress as Yanan forces hold frontline areas.
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JowRns-Si
Fidmin
Hrovinon
NeMing
Salfi
Sxe-Chuen
Powder Car Explosion Shocks Blurfield Railroad Yard
A powder car exploded near Blurfield injuring several people at a rail yard. Investigators describe the blast as sudden and powerful with debris scattered across the tracks. Emergency crews rushed victims to nearby facilities as officials began securing the area and outlining safety measures.
Bi Centennial Exposition Plans Face Commission Selection
San Antonio plans a Pan American Union backed bicentennial exposition with a large board of commissioners. The organizing committee, led by Sam S. Welles, selected commissioners from Dallas Fort Worth Austin Corpus Christi and other cities with panel members to oversee departments and a charter for a powerful management corporation.
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Sea Antonio
San Antonio
Natigud
Tits Taveline
Sar Antonio
Netessary
Dallas
Fort Warkn
Aleviston
Corpis Christi
Beaumont
del’ Rio
Bugzie
Pass
Wace
Colusibus
Galveston
Sam 2. Welle
St Anthony
Georse Armistead
T. C. Taylor
University of Texas
Texas
Tesas Republic
Taylor
iHa
Bevis
Dot Mites
Tava
Ponamiearote Eamssons
San
Oritte Powers
Willy Tone
Hairman
Earliter
Sam Toad
Iacge
Teves
Tasslev
Birgett
Devi
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Ant Fridac
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