Russians Punish For Atrocities To Armenians
London February 18 Following the capture of Erzerum Grand Duke Nicholas forces move toward Trebisond on the Black Sea coast of Asiatic Turkey. The Russian right wing nears the city within 50 miles after taking Baiburt. Trebizond’s fall is expected within a fortnight as an inquiry into Armenian atrocities in Erzerum is ordered and Turkish officials are to be executed.
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London
Erzerum
Nicholas
Trebisond
Black Sea
Asiatic
Turkey
Baiburt
Treble
Armenia
Doctor Promises Iron Cure Doubles Strength in Ten Days
A New York physician touts nuxated iron as a remedy for weak, nervous individuals. He claims it rapidly boosts strength and endurance, restoring health in two weeks, with a money back offer if results fail. The ad notes older iron forms harmed teeth, while modern organic iron is safe and effective.
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New York
XN. Y
B Sawer
Thie City
Iran
Owl Drog Co
Martell Drug Co
Swift’ Pharmacy
Hans Schmidt Dies in Electric Chair
Ossining N Y February 18 Hans Schmidt a man who pretended to be a priest paid the death penalty at dawn for the murder of his sweetheart Anna Aumuller He went to the chair calm and collected and interrupted the witness by asking for a minute to say his last words His dying words were for his mother in Germany He declared he was innocent and blamed the judicial system and others for his execution saying many men including Lieutenant Becker were innocent of murder
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Ossining
N. Y
Hans Schmidt
Anna Aumuller
Germany
Father Cashin
Schmidt
Becker
Ship Brake Tests Enthrall Seattle Harbor Trade
The Hesperus on Thursday completed six highly satisfactory tests of the Hyde ship brake in Seattle harbor. The successful trials have drawn favorable comment and interest from marine men.
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Hesperus
Seattle Harbor
Senators Deliver Dramatic Speeches and Gestures
Washington report highlights flashy oratory as the Senate scene. William Allen Smith of Michigan appears most dramatic while Stone of Missouri performs acrobatics. Vardaman of Mississippi is described as loud and weeping, and McLean of Connecticut is noted for his firm desk grasp.
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Washington
William Allen Smith
Michigan
Stone
Missouri
Vardaman
Mississippi
McLean
Connecticut
Woman Removes Needle Fragments Found in Hand After 18 Years
Mrs. John Schneider of Mishicot Wisconsin carried two broken needle pieces in her hand for 18 years until surgery freed her. The incident was reported from Manitowoc Wisconsin with details of the removal and the long duration before treatment.
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Manitowoc
Wis
John Schneider
Mishicot
Naked turkey spooks workers at Missouri poultry house
In Gentry Missouri on February 18 a featherless turkey found wandering in the picking room caused excitement. The bird had reportedly been killed and plucked and was left hanging among many dead turkeys in the room.
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Gentry
Alhambra Opens Saturday With Vaudeville and Keystone
Alhambra launches Saturday February 19 at 2 PM with four vaudeville acts and Keystone comedies. Matinees are 10 cents, evenings 15 cents, children 5 cents.
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Alhambra
Keystone
Germany marks first anniversary of submarine campaign
London reports renewed German torpedo attacks in the war zone on the campaign anniversary. Precautions shield British and allied shipping. German Admiral von Tirpitz publicized the plan over a year ago, claiming 800 merchant vessels and 1.4 million tons sunk, with about 2,000 noncombatants including 118 Americans perishing aboard the sunken ships.
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London
Germany
England
Admiralty
von Tirpits
United Press
Zep Pelins Fold Wings Over Ice Laden War Zone
London reports that Zeppelins cannot carry ice in combat zones as ice buildup on wings would add about 14 tons of weight. A Zeppelin’s envelope covers about 90 000 square feet and ice density is 57 pounds per cubic foot, with an inch thick film adding substantial drag and mass.
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London
Ed Brunini Seeks Votes with Ballot Requests
Paid advertisement from Seattle dated February 17 1916 states candidate Ed Brunini invites the voting public to obtain an official ballot copy for the upcoming Primary Election by visiting his store at 405 Pike Street or sending requests to that address. The notice targets both ladies and gentlemen and is signed ED BRUNINI.
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Seattle
Ed Hbrmini
Council
Pike St
Senate debates Germany's order amid submarine war dispute
Washington reports the cabinet and Senate clash over Germany and Austria’s decrees to attack armed merchantmen without warning. Lodge accuses Berlin and Vienna of piracy while urging continued support for restraining German submarine actions under international law.
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Washington
State Department
von Horn Storff
Senate
Austria
Germany
Herlin
Cecil Spring-Rice
Sen. Lodge
Massachusetts
Lodge
United States
America
Candidates grilled by labor on city issues
Candidates faced pointed questions on vagrancy policy and municipal ownership. Caldwell and Bradford defended positions on enforcement and direct legislation while others urged day labor, public ownership, and economy. The labor forum highlighted divides over idle workers and city governance.
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Otto A. Case
Charles Marble
E. J. Brown
A. A. Paysse
David Richardson
Aaron Fislerman
Ed Brunini
Fitzgerald
Umit
Civil Service
EF. H. Gale
Renick
Misa Jones
Caldwell
Bradford
FB. Hi. Guie
Cer
Boys Team Prices Updated in Age Group Suit Sale
The catalog lists revised pricing for boys wear including suits priced at 6.50 and 7.50 for ages 7 to 17, with 5e for felt hats and 75e for cloth hats across assorted sizes. The update reflects lower and mixed item costs in the boys department.
Farmer Sees First Auto At Age 39 In City Visit
Hutchinson Kan Feb 18 Madison H James a Reno county farmer aged 29 has just seen his first automobile after leaving his father's farm for the first time in 13 years He visited the city not from illness but to escape a delusion that harm might befall him there
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Hutchinson
Kan
Altho
Madison H. James
Reno
Congressmen to Visit White House for Reception
Washington Feb 18 Congress will move into the House tonight to attend a reception by President and Mrs Wilson. The event, described as one of the most serious yet undertaken and one of the largest in numbers, follows the notable Pan American affair when 3200 people crowded the White House. Nearly every invitee is expected to attend.
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Washington
Congress
House
Senate
Pident
Executive Mansion
Va ville Matinee Prices At City Theater
The listing shows a 19th day matinee at 2 pm featuring real Va ville in four acts and Keyst comedies. Tickets priced at 10 cents for adults with child admission at 5 cents. Matinee benefits include Ky ing shows with separate pricing.
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