War Declare Looms as Stone Endorses Action Against Germany Allies
Washington story reports Senator Stone of the foreign relations committee urging the declaration of war against Germanys allies Austria Turkey and Bulgaria. He notes harmony with executive policy but favors a finality of war once begun and warns against haste on domestic measures. Other leaders including Senator Lewis push toward broader hostilities and upcoming war tax and prohibition debates as Congress prepares to convene.
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Bombs Hit Venice Amid Artillery Fire on Piave Line
The Venetian defense along the Piave holds as Italian forces resist and an enemy air raid drops bombs in Venice. Several bombs explode near a cemetery the Grand Canal and a railway station without major damage while six strike the Carabinieri barracks near Mestre. Across the Atlantic, a knitting appeal to women is issued by Red Cross leaders. In London, Sir Leander Jenkinson delays Boer War plans while staying in the city.
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London
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Leetin
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Menvorrem
Ian Fripps
Monterrey
Sa-Anon
Wealthy Widow Murder Trial Adjourned In Concord
The Gaston B. Means murder trial over Mrs. Maude A. icing in Concord North Carolina is adjourned until morning to summon a 150 man venire. Prosecution relies on circumstantial evidence and inheritance motive from her husband the late James Ning of Chicago. The defense signals its stance but remains noncommittal.
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Concord
N.C
Gaston B. Means
Maude A. Icing
James Ning
Chicago
King
PLAN DROUGHT RELIEF MEETING IN AUSTIN TEXAS
The State Council of Defense with Governor Hobby presiding and C and Dump aiding met today in Austin to discuss relief for farmers and poultry keepers in the drought stricken western Texas counties. The food conservation campaign and new measures to ease state food administration were reviewed as decisive action is anticipated. The weather was hot and the day’s session produced no final action.
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Tex
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Vural
Frmer
Ainekiman
Wesern
State Food Administration
West Vexa
Plan Real Christmas New York Aid Plan Unveiled
Nov 26 New York plan ensures Christmas packages reach oversea service members via Red Cross efforts. Headquarters announced a Christus tree will distribute gifts by Christmas Eve, with Claus delivering hope. Over 100,000 files prepared and additional supplies assembled to ship before the holiday.
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New York
America
Ted Cross
Bante Claus
Mwecautic Division
Metall
Weather forecast snippets from multiple cities
Fragmented OCR notes show temperatures across several cities. Chicago reports 32 with snow risk, Milwaukee around 24, Kansas City near 24, New York around 32 with NW winds, Washington and surrounding areas showing temperatures around the mid 40s and NE to NW winds.
Family tragedy as pistol accident wounds sister and kills child
Virginia Waight aged eight is fatally wounded and her sister is shot through the wrist when a pistol discharged accidentally during a family incident at 312 Bunt Nueva Street. James Knight, 23, a Gillesmn Goldsmith worker, was reportedly handling the weapon as relatives stood nearby. The child died within 40 minutes after admission to the hospital. the sister was treated and reported stable.
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Virginia Waight
Anerlina
Neild
James
Bunt Nueva Street
Stevens
Auartora
Frank Gallery
James Knight
Gillesmn
Belin
WMS
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Ani
Itniendorf
Barlal
Plan for Federal Control of Railroads in New Era
Eastern railroad leaders discuss pooling and government involvement to steady rail service. An operations committee to coordinate pooling, packaging, and equipment would be run by the railroads themselves without direct government participation unless Congress acts or relief is deemed insufficient.
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Washington
Raitvage
Kenera
Caslroad
Askern Tne
Cotton price surge at New York exchange hits record high
The market reports a record cross of 30.20 for cotton in New York as heavy government controls push buyers toward Liverpool. The price climb reflects strong demand and policy effects on the trading floor.
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York
Romo
New York
Liverpool
Tickets Going Fast for Army Football Game at Camp Travis
Tickets are moving quickly for the Army football game at Camp Travis with several stands and stores selling. The event draws social interest among soldiers and townspeople, and organizers expect a large turnout. Proceeds or exact figures are unclear from the fragment.
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Camp Travis
Kelty Pinth
British Hold War Line After Bitter Bombardment
London reports that artillery activity persisted near Cambrai and Passchendaele with no infantry action. Field Marshal reports the enemy has not renewed attacks on Bourton since yesterday’s failure and the front remains hinged on artillery exchanges as airmen play key roles.
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Verwans
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Cambrat
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Trant
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Passchendaele
Battle lines in Bourlon wood and Cambrai beyond
Disturbing fighting in the Bourlon wood area near Cambrai continues as British forces push methods forward against German positions. Reports say hard fighting near Bourlon village, with gains by the British and heavy losses for the Germans as shells and infantry clash through day and night.
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Bourlon Wood
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Clit
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Bourlon
Witness Tells Life Story in Trial for Killing Former Husband
A Chilean-born widow takes the stand to recount her life and the events leading to the fatal shooting of her former husband. She describes marital strife, a bitter feud, and a plea for custody as she seeks to explain the tragedy and her motives to the jury.
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de Salley
John le de
Watchmen Robbery at Department Store Allegedly Escaped
Fragmented report describes eight watchmen restrained at a department store and a supposed $20,000 heist involving jewelry and merchandise. Details are unclear with garbled names and figures, but mentions suspects linked to Germany spies and an escape in Cleveland.
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Seale
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Germany
DRY LEADERS MEET AT WARTP NG COIN AND HEIR MOURNING
A garbled report mentions dry leaders meeting at a wartime coin issue and an heir mourning. It references political figures and parties with unclear names, suggesting a tense public event. The text includes scattered mentions of MAORI, Texponding to a Tent, and Liberty party hints amid distorted phrases.
Franco British Artillery Arrive After Eight Day March
Franco British forces with infantry artillery and supplies arrived near the Italian northern front after an eight day march. The battle in the mountains continued with heavy attacks and counterattacks as reinforcements moved toward the Piave front. General Dilongia prepared defensive lines while Italian troops held positions amid extensive troop movements and evident engagement along the front.
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Italy
Correseratee
Dillongia
Riser Station Be renamed Pershing at Katy Line
A noisy announcement from Katy details renaming the Riser station to Pershing. Officials say the change aligns with broader measures in base management and station branding. Public reaction and full rollout dates remain undecided as work proceeds at the headquarters.
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Mamager
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Chaamany
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