Looted Chihuahua falls to Villa and Carranza forces
Pancho Villa’s troops capture Chihuahua City and execute or loot. Carrancista survivors report bandit looting of foreign stores and shootings as violence spreads. Casualties include General Murguia’s forces nearing the city and numerous officers killed.
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Juarez
Mex
Chihuahua
Ozuna
Trevino
Chihuahua City
Gonzales
Carranza
Murguia
Horcasitas
Nombre de Dios
Borquez
Martos
Ozuma
San Antonio
Tex
Pancho Villa
Villa
U S Martial Law Declared in Santo Domingo
The United States proclaims martial law in Santo Domingo citing deplorable conditions. Capt Knapp reports military government in place since 4 p m on November 29 with arms carry restrictions and immediate resumption of government salaries. The move is reportedly well received and viewed as restoring normal conditions.
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Washington
United States
Republic of Santo Domingo
Navy
Daniels
Santo Domingo
Navy Department
H. 8
Knapp
Jellicoe Named Sea Lord As Beatty Takes Command
London announces Admiral Sir John R. Jellicoe is appointed first sea lord of the admiralty. Vice Admiral Sir David Beatty, who led the battle cruiser squadron at Jutland, succeeds him in command of the grand fleet. Admiral Sir Henry Bradwardine Jackson becomes president of the Royal Naval College at Greenwich.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
John R. Jellicoe
Admiralty
David Beatty
Jutland
Henry Bradwardine
Jackson
Royal Naval College
Greenwich
Lord Fisher
Sighted vessel likened to submarine near Cape Hatteras
An unidentified vessel riding low in the water with unusual lights was sighted near Cape Hatteras by the steamship Crofton Hall. The report notes the craft was believed to be a submarine and was observed on December 4 in New York waters.
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New York
Cape Hatteras
Crofton Hall
Three Track Inspectors Die in Gibson Indiana
Three Michigan Central track inspectors were killed instantly near Gibson Indiana when the electric speeder they rode was struck by a train. The Dec 4 accident occurred during a routine tour of the tracks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gibson, Ind
Michigan Central Railroad
Gibson
Ind
Morgan & Co withdraw sale of British French treasury bills
New York December 4 J P Morgan & Co canceled plans to sell 50 million dollars of British and French treasury bills. The governments asked withdrawal to protect the federal reserve board and to avoid heavy gold drains in New York. No replacement plans were announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
J. 3. Morgan & Co
Treasury
Federal Reserve Board
Secretary of the Treasury
Comptroller of Currency
Morgan House
Allies land at Athens amid tensions and gun deliveries
A detachment of entente troops disembarked at Piraeus in the early hours as Greece vows order while reservists may be called. Admiral du Fournet demands 64 mounted guns with more war materiel delayed. Reports say fighting erupted between French sailors and Greek forces near the Acropolis and lines of panic spread through Athens as two French cruisers enter Phaleron harbor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Piraeus
Athens
du Fournet
Phaleron Harbor
U-Boat Mistake Reported In Marina Sinking
Washington reports the German submarine commander said he thought the Marina was a British transport when sinking her with six Americans killed. Germany asks US for status details and offers to amend if the ship was not in British service and entitled to immunity as a peaceful merchant vessel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Marina
Germany
United States
Berlin
Britain May Pass Envoy Reconsideration Request
London reports Great Britain may grant Washington’s request to reconsider the refusal of a safe conduct for Count Adam Tarnowski von Tarnow Austro-Hungarian ambassador to the United States. The move follows diplomatic tensions over his status and possible negotiations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Britain
London
Great Britain
Washington
Adam Tarnowski von Tarnow
United States
Mint Sets Coinage Record In November
Philadelphia reports the mint output for November with 9,850,000 dimes 8,266,200 nickels and 28,975,450 pennies creating a new single month record for pieces coined.
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Philadelphia
U S Steamer Sunk Near Spain and Bank Warnings
Lloyds reports the American steamer Chemung sunk near Cabo de Gata after a torpedo attack. Crew landed at Valencia and later picked up by the Giner. The vessel of 8 006 tons was built in 1888, owned by Atlantic & Pacific Coast Transportation, with no munitions aboard. Federal Reserve Board warns banks against buying short term foreign notes, urging caution as they may be renewed into long term obligations.
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London
Lloyd’s
Cabo de Gata
New York
Genoa
Naples
Payal
Azores
Harby Steamship Company of
Buffalo
Valencia
Giner
Reuter
Lloyd's
Atlantic & Pacific Coast Transportation Company
Union Drydock Company
Harriss Magill Steamship Company
Hardy Steamship Company
Chemung
Washington
Federal Reserve Board
United States
Treasury
Board
Two Zeppelins Shot Down Over English Coast
London reports a German air raid injuring four, with a woman likely fatally hurt. Two Zeppelins participating in the Monday night raid were shot down and perished, burning in the sea after attacks by Allied aircraft.
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London
England
War Office
German ships raid Britain sinking torpedo boat reported
German naval forces raid the east coast of England with torpedo boats. One torpedo boat is said to have sunk with all hands. The British trawler Narval is reported missing. Lowestoft was among the towns bombarded.
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London
England
Lowestoft
Nan Patterson Name Misused in Divorce Suit
Cincinnati report notes that the Nan Patterson named in Mrs. Viola Dillingham's divorce suit against Frank Dillingham is not the actress formerly in Ziegfeld shows. The court proceeding here clarifies the misidentification in the legal filing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nan Patterson
Cincinnati
Dee
Viola Dillingham
Frank Dillingham
New Blood Aids Archbold Quiet Night After Illness
Tarrytown New York December 4 John D Archbold president of Standard Oil New Jersey seriously ill at home after appendix operation a week ago passed a comfortable night neighbors say he is resting well under care in his residence during convalescence priority is given to his recovery and health updates from the hospital and doctors remain sparse
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Tarrytown
N. Y
John D. Archbold
Standard Oil Company of
New Jersey
No Pass for Vienna Envoy to United States
London reports the British Foreign Office rejected Count Adam Tarnowski von Tarnow as Austro-Hungarian ambassador to the United States. The refusal cites repeated abuses by Austrian and German missions abroad, justifying withholding safe-conduct for diplomats to their posts.
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London
Foreign Office
Page
Adam Tarnowski von Tarnow
United States
Demand for a 2-Cent Piece Echoed in Mint Report
Washington December 2 the director of the mint released his annual report urging a law to authorize coins of two cents. The piece would fill a demand highlighted in the nation and affect currency supply.
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Washington
Mint
New U Boats Reported Off Copenhagen
Copenhagen reports German submarines now in operation described as 300 feet long while fishermen claim U boats seen about 400 feet long. These craft are stated to be larger than merchant ships they attack.
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Copenhagen
Germany
Shake Up In Great Britain Cabinet Reshuffle Planned
London date: Asquith seeks King George's consent to reorganize the government to better prosecute the war. Reports say Lloyd George may resign as war secretary amid a political crisis. Bonar Law and the Marquis of Crewe join consultations at the Premier's residence.
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Union News Service
London
King George
Asquith
David Lloyd George
Lloyd George
A. Bonar Law
Marquis of Crewe
Carranza Reoccupies Chihuahua City in Mex
General Carlos Ozuna reported reoccupation of Chihuahua City by Carranza forces from the north. The telegram dated from Chihuahua City announced the action to General Francisco Gonzalez. Communications with Chihuahua City along Federal lines are restored. Telegraphic links have been restored south to Jimenez.
Cyclone Disaster Claims Thousand Lives in Pondicherry
Central News from Calcutta reports about 1,000 people perished in the recent cyclone in Pondicherry, while Madras province suffered tremendous damage. Authorities have recovered about 400 bodies to date.
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London
Calcutta
Pondicheny
India
Madras
Market Quotes from Cincinnati Wheat and Livestock Report
Prices for wheat, corn, oats, hay, eggs, poultry and live stock are listed with numerous grades and weight categories. The report shows bid ranges and unit prices for No. 2 to No. 4 grades, fresh egg and poultry figures, and livestock values including cattle hogs sheep and lambs across shippers and market classifications.
Zealandia Delivers Liberia Tow After Oceanic Voyage
An 8,000 mile voyage ends as the American steamship Zealandia arrives with the steamship Liberia, both towed from Cape Coast Castle in Africa. Zealandia had been sent from New York to tow Liberia after the tug Charles W Morse disappeared following its departure from a Southern port.
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New York
Zealandia
Liberia
South Atlantic
Cape Coast Castle
Africa
Gold Coast
Charles W. Morse
Indian Vegetable Pills Promoted for Stomach and Liver Health
An advertisement touts Wright’s Indian Vegetable Pills as a traditional medicine for regulating the stomach liver and bowels and urges readers to try a dose. The note also mentions pension funds for municipal employees being established in 159 cities nationwide.
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Wright
Adv
Skinner's Macaroni and Spaghetti Ad Claim
An advertisement promotes Skinner Mfg. Co. pasta as nutritious and economical for children. It claims the product builds bone and muscle, is gentle on nerves, and uses durum wheat, offering a free recipe book sent to mothers from Omaha Nebraska.
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Skinner
Skinner Mfg. Co
Omaha
Nebr
Adv
Cornerstone Laying Ends With Hat Missing
The cornerstone laying was a success with fine weather and eloquent speeches. The master of ceremonies, pleased at first, grows excited as crowds disperse and asks the master mason if the cornerstone can be lifted. He reveals his hat and records left in the receptable.
Mrs Wabash Divorce Negotiations Aim for $2000 Year
Mrs Wabash plans to seek $2,000 annually in the divorce. Mrs Dearborn questions the husband’s ability, noting he earns less but asserting he should work harder.
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Wabash
Combined dishpan and draining board patent granted
A recent patent covers a combined dishpan and draining board for dishes. The invention integrates washing and draining zones to streamline kitchen cleanup and save space in compact settings.
Recipe for Success: Original Thought Is Rare
A reflection on achievement and intellect notes that true originality is uncommon. It emphasizes doing as well as one knows and knowing as much as possible, recognizing occasional individuals who generate new ideas.
From Coffee to Tea A Warmer Sip Leads Happier Start
Readers feel a cozy lift from a hot savory beverage and many switch from coffee to a gentler drink. The trend suggests a shift toward warmer, soothing morning rituals as taste and comfort drive choices.
Instant Postum A Healthful Hot Drink For Ten Day Trial
A ten day trial of this delightful hot drink has helped many with nervousness and sleeplessness, making Postum a worthwhile choice for the health and comfort of the busy friend who drinks it.
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Villistas
U. S. Martial Law
Domingo
Jellicoe Sea Lord
Entente
Portland
Oregonian
U. S
Spain
English
New Blood Aids
Archbold
Vienna
Timothy
Dean
Kentucky
T. B. Redd
Cadiz
Rene
Doan
Ines Foster-Milburn CO
Carter
Carters
Fittle Tiver
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