Russian immigrant stabs hotel proprietor after rent dispute
A Russian man from Alaska allegedly stabbed the hotel proprietor three times during a rent dispute. The assailant fled but was chased by Officer Henry Loeser and captured at Ave and Lane St. A doctor said the hotelier, a Japanese guest, died instantly from knife wounds to the vitals.
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Indiana
Tiboft
Alaska
Inhotel
Tibor
Henry Loeser
Ave
Lane St
Huns Scorned by Austrians U S Cheer
Reports describe Austrians scorning the Huns while Americans cheer the turn of events. Travelers express hope that peace may come with broader support across Europe.
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U.S. A
Seattle Woman Killed in Auto Crash Near Orillia
A car driven by James F. McCullough plunged into an eight foot ditch near Orillia injuring four occupants. Mrs Napoleon Venn died instantly, Mrs R Thorndale was badly bruised, and McCullough with his wife were shaken. The party was en route to a Tacoma funeral when the accident occurred.
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James F. McCullough
Denis
Sixth Ave
Orillia
Mra
Napoleon Venn
Jefferson St
R. Thorndale
Washington Boulevard
Seattle
James McCullough
McCullough
von Gerst
Kerr
Kent Hospital
Fatal crash ends famous career of Vernon Castle
Fort Worth Texas February 15 Captain Vernon Castle a renowned dancer and Royal Flying Corps officer died in a midair crash west of Fort Worth while attempting to land his airplane. Cadet riding with him survived uninjured. Castle age 33 born England real name Vernon Blythe rose to fame in Broadway and Paris dance cycles.
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Here
Castle
Fort Worth
Tex
Vernond
British
Royal Flying Corps
Vernon Castle
England
Vernon Blythe
Lawrence Grossmith
United States
Lew Fields
Herald Square Theatre
Mrs. Castle
the Castles
Paris
Charles W. Dillingham
Dillingham
Castles
Galveston
Donald W. Gleason
Delhi
N. Y
Texas City
Toledo Faces Flood Peril
Toledo confronted a severe flood threat as ice jams on the Maumee River blocked Maumee Bay inlet. Water flooded first floors of factories and businesses, with Water Street four feet under water and the river ten feet above normal. about ten percent of industry at risk of shutdown.
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Toledo
Maumee
Maumee Bay
Urge President to Talk to Ship Workers to Prevent Strike
Washington Feb 15 government readies sharp action toward striking ship carpenters threatening to halt Eastern seaboard yards. Hurley warns leaders with friendly advice to return. If ignored, an ultimatum and then President Wilson may act. Officials urge a personal address to workers to rally support for war effort.
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Washington
Eastern Seaboard
Hurley
Shipping Board
Wilson
Army officers restrict news interviews at Camp Lewis
Corre t at Camp Lewis will bar reporters from interviewing staff officers. Official statements will be distributed only by a censor between 11 and 12 each day. On special occasions staff officers may allow a representative to speak, also limited to 11 to 12. The new rules are expected to reduce cantonment chatter.
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Lewis
Correte
Correta
Two Sentenced to Death in Chicago Mart
Edward Wheed and Harry Lindrum were hanged at the county jail in Chicago after their murder convictions. The execution occurred on February 15, fulfilling the sentences imposed for their crime.
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Chicago
Edward Wheed
Harry Lindrum
Morris Pass and Brother Found Guilty
Morris Pass was found guilty on both counts for attempting to evade the draft and failing to show his registration card after a 22 hour jury deliberation. Joe Pass was found guilty after a 20 minute delay as the second trial proceeded with jurors aiming to resolve related charges.
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Morris Pass
Joe Pass
William R. Bell
Pass
Neterer
Joe Morris
U.S
Ben L. Moore
Bell
Joe Pans
Morris
U. S. Secret Service
Pershing Urges Knights of Columbus Drive Extension
J C Ford chairs Seattle committee for a 60000 quota as part of a national war camp fund drive led by the Knights of Columbus. Gen Pershing asked the group to extend its work to France and Belgium, with officials asserting no duplication of other organizations. Thursday’s drive was the strongest yet.
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J. C. Ford
Seattle
Knights of Columbus
Gen. Pershing
France
Belgium
K. of C
Prohibition on Grain Sale for Beer Brewing For Brewers
Minneapolis report states a federal food administration order forbids brewers from buying grains for malting until further rules are issued. The decision, made public today, restricts grain purchases linked to alcohol production.
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Minneapolis
Minn
Federal Food Administration
U. S. Moves to Wage War with New Gas Plants
The U S House Appropriations Committee revealed plans for two poison gas plants at about 10 million dollars. One American plant will mass produce gas shells while a French plant will focus on experimentation as Gen. Pershing seeks updated toxic agents for potential trench warfare use. Col. EB J W Ragedale testified that gas programs must adapt to new poisons and changing battlefield needs.
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House
Sheila
America
Gen. Pershing
France
House Appropriations Committee
EB. J. W. Ragedale
Wilson Issues Vast Embargo to Boost War Effort
President Wilson issued a proclamation placing all foreign commerce under license. Effective tomorrow, no imports or exports without a special license, aimed at conserving tonnage and ensuring war supplies. The move, described as far reaching, rests with the War Trade Board and Treasury to regulate commerce.
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Washington
Wilson
United States
United Press
War Trade Board
Treasury Department
Vernon Castle Dancer Dies In World War I Action
Vernon Castle, famed Broadway dancer and husband of his dance partner wife, died in action after flying 300 missions over the Flanders front. He had joined the aviation corps seeking service over mere fame, inspiring others with his sacrifice and devotion to liberty.
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Castle
Fort Worth
Lord Wellesley
Benbrook
France
Flanders
Texas
Great Britain
Castie
FL Peters
Vernon Castle
Broadway
New York
England
Aviation Corps
Flanders Front
America
Trade policy aims to avoid trade interference
The report notes officials pledge to minimize foreign trade disruption and limit restrictions to essential objectives. Corporation Counsel Caldwell says he has not authorized the use of his name to endorse any candidate.
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Corporation
Caldwell
Berlin Paper Calls for Peace Talks in Wake of Wilson
The German socialist organ Vorwaerts argues in copies received in Amsterdam that peace is unattainable while each side believes the other still strong. It says Germany should adopt a suitable attitude and decide if Wilson's remarks are a diplomatic move or a genuine peace offer, and that Germany is ready for peace negotiations at once.
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Amsterdam
Vorwaerts
Germany
Wilson
Huns Plan New Attack On Russian Front
Amsterdam dispatches report that a state of war exists between the central powers and Russia as armistice terminates. Berlin sources say German headquarters discuss a military demonstration against Russia due to Brest-Litovsk talks breakdown.
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Amsterdam
Russia
Berlin
United Press
Brest-Litovsk
Castle's Widow Faints at News
New York reports Mrs Castle fainted after official notice of her husband's death. She remained conscious briefly and had telephoned for assistance. The body was to be sent to New York while Capt. Lawrence Grossmith and Mrs Castle's sister arrived at the Castle home later that day.
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New York
Lawrence Grossmith
Mrs. Castle
Castle
Ang
Fire at Montreal nunnery claims many babies
A blaze at Grey Nunnery in Montreal killed numerous foundlings and burned bodies were recovered by firemen. Initial counts list 55 dead with fears of about 70, as rescue through the west wing uncovered more victims. Soldiers aided evacuations and reports say some survivors may die from shock or exposure.
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Montreal
Grey Nam Nery
la Framberse
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