22 Dec 1916
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Newspaper
South Haven Tribune Messenger
Location
South Haven, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1916
Page
1
A December bulletin reports rising belligerent tensions and U S notes. It states that invasions threaten American rights and that the nation nears war as it considers how to regulate conduct and material interests amid belligerent actions.
A Tar Press by Telephone dispatch notes stocks fell early trading after uncertainty and peace messages attributed to President Wilson. The market response reflected the unsettled mood as investors reassessed hopes for agreement and stability.
Reports from Washington and New York indicate President Wilson's note to belligerents has arrived but its contents remain unconfirmed by officials. The press cabled the note to capitals, while lawmakers press for urgent action as the nation weighs neutrality and potential courses of action.
IW jurors for January term lists Robert Ande Van Buren Cou Society and agents across Kendall Gobleville Bloomingdale Kibbie Glendale Almena Decatur Hartford Lawrence Bangor and others. No fixed schedule yet for tension schools county proceedings. March 1 deadline noted with February not yet fixed.
A fragmented notice outlines a series of two day institutes at the County Farm with speakers including Farrand and Henceroth on soil improvement and insecticides. Dates span late January to early February with several days named but not fixed. Officials warn exact dates are to be announced.
The report notes that Bernatorff, upon learning Ing's comment, appeared to grasp the potential significance of Wilson's frank stance. It suggests belligerents and observers considered the possible U.S. entry into the war as a matter of strong impression and concern.
Members discussed marketing of fruits and seasonal issues at the Coloms society gathering. Friday spoke on a period of rising prices and timely points raised on the campaign, with a focus on practical observations and community impact.
Filed cases include divorces for Tredeshaw Behnke and Shepard. trespass and larceny actions named. Participants and locations cover Behnke Charles, Emma Watson, Earl Gest, Joe Patterson, John Grestmeir, William and Carl Winning of South Haven and Almena, Watertown and Pine Grove areas. Names appear amid a December term calendar with hearings and attendances listed.
Fragmentary notes describe a streetcar signal problem and related public transit disruption, mentioning Webster and spang ers. No clear event or date is ascertainable from the readable text.
As a measure to ease city traffic, Detroit industries led by Lebphone Company will close for a period on the 3rd. Thirty thousand workers will be affected and will receive no pay during the closure.
A motorman and five passengers died in a fatal collision this morning after a warning signal was ignored. The impact left two men severely injured and both legs amputated. Police and investigators cordoned off the scene as the(city) crowd gathered.
Mey returns to his old post after time in shipping and business. He will resume duties at Webster Brothers, work with Bohn and Howard Webster, and take a leadership role in the group. He has strong professional chess ability and will oversee multiple instruments at Vielins.
A garbled OCR excerpt lists numbered letters and gift notes such as Letter No 7 and No 8, mentioning items like shoes and a fan. It also notes visits, family care, and looming hearings and events around December, with names and places partially legible, including Mishawaka and Bainbridge, indicating a busy holiday period in a local community newspaper.
A pleasant Scott Club gathering featured "Messiah" with Mrs. M. H. Bixby and soloists delivering loved arias. Isiah and Handel pieces were discussed as Mozart’s influence and new orchestration were noted. Miss Dunton impressed as a newcomer on piano with a soprano aria finale and "He Shall Feed His."
A Chilean three ship the Pinto is ordered to search the southern Atlantic to enforce neutrality laws. Numerous local names and events follow with social notices and school events, illness updates, and holiday visits across Covert Illinois and nearby areas.
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