Interior trapper missing near Fairbanks Alaska
A trapper and prospector named Bob Lasin from the Tacoma district is believed killed by Louisne who had threatened him. Lasin’s disappearance follows months of danger as harvesters report reduced gold output with Wells Fargo noting 23 109 000 this year, down about half a million from last year. Eight inches of snow fell over two days aiding trails and travel. William Hebling a German miner arrested at Dawson writes from Nanlamo that he will remain a prisoner until the war ends.
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Fairbanks
Alaska
Bob Lasin
Tacoma
Louisne
Lagin
Dagin
Wells-Pargo Express
William Hebling
Beker
Dawson
Nanlamo
Hobling
Behrends Bank Opens In New Home In Alaska Capital
On Monday December 21 the B M Behrends bank will begin operations in its new building. The public is invited to inspect the interior this evening from 8 to 9 pm. The move marks an epoch in the bank’s history from temporary to permanent quarters and highlights the town’s status as the territorial capital with a premier Pacific coast bank building.
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B. M. Behrends Bank
Tte
Elaskie
Tim
Alaska
Beat Bank
Pacific Coast
San Francisco
Chief Frieman Seeks Fire Dept Upgrades in Juneau
Juneau City Council heard Chief Frieman of the fire department ask for several updates. He urged ending the curfew ring on the fire bell to reduce confusion, installation of clearer lights at alarm box poles, and a small pump to aid handling acids used in chemical fires. He secured the pump but faced objections from Police Chief McBride to abolishing the curfew. The new bell purchase depends on funds. Lighting for alarm boxes will be studied.
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Sim. Frieman
Juneau
McBride
Main Street
Washington Allows Refugees to Pass
Refusal text condensed: Permit today granted by the State through the United States allows about 600 German women and children stranded in China to depart. They will travel to San Francisco aboard the Mariposa and then proceed to Seattle for the holidays. Two individuals, A Hemple and Mrs Hemple of Valdez, were noted as having passed through Juneau aboard the same vessel.
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Washington
United States
Chins
San Francisco
A. Hemple
Hemple
Valdes
Seattle
Joam
Box Rent Raised Twenty-Five Percent At Post Office
Postmaster Earle Ll. Hunter announced that starting January 1 1915 box rents for lock space in the new post office will rise 25 percent. Rates become sixty cents for the smallest draws seventy five cents for the next size and one dollar for the key draw with quarterly periods. The increase follows a rise in postal business since the court office opened and the new space now accommodates all customers.
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Hunter
Janeat
Memorial to Maine Victims Completed at Arlington
Washington Dec 19 Only finishing touches remain to complete the Maine memorial at Arlington National Cemetery honoring those who died when the battleship Maine was destroyed in Havana harbor in February 1898. The memorial, funded by Congress, features a mast from the Maine standing erect in a granite mausoleum with a turret-like outline. Fourteen-foot pedestal and twenty six foot diameter base bear panels listing the ships crew. The dedication is set for February 15, the seventeenth anniversary of the tragedy.
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Washington
cArlington ‘National Cemetery
Maine
Havana
Congress
Garrison Revolts and Joins General Carranza
A dispatch to the American consul reports the Villa garrison at San Louis Potosi revolted this morning and surrendered the city to General Santos, who remained loyal to General Carranza. The unrest reflects the shifting loyalties in the Mexican conflict as Carranza consolidates control.
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Carranza
San Antonio
Tex
Villa Garri
San Louis Potoisi
General Santos
Loynl
Carrans
George Du Pret Confessed At Fisloch Club Incident
Seattle report from December notes George Du Pret, long chief at the Fisloch Club, committed a mishap here today.
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Seattle
George Dupret
Fisloch
Cabinet Resigns Reported in Chile
Washington dispatch reports the Chilean cabinet has resigned. Details are scarce as of December 19 with no official confirmation. The move follows political turmoil and raises questions about future leadership and stability in Chile.
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Ashington
Sailing Postponed by Jefferson Line
Seattle dispatch reports the Jefferson sailing scheduled for Monday has been postponed until December 28, reflecting a delay announced from the port authorities and the shipping line.
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Seattle
Jefferson
Christmas ship brings large mails to Juneau from Seattle
The Alameda under Capt Freder Warner arrived at 11 this morning, routing Cape Decision to Juneau via June 89 hours. It carried one of the largest mail consignments ever received, including four drayloads of Christmas mail. Passengers listed include Mrs Bort Howdeyhell, Marlo Johns, C W Garfield, J Ge Shepard, Mrs E Smith, Mrs J B Jackson, Vivian Harris, D Griffits, Carl Atatson, J V Cunnana, A A Humphrey, R A Gunnison, D R Leahmon, Mary Bergman, Harry Judd and Violet Morrison.
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Alameda
Fred Si) Warner
Alnsieg
Bort “Howdeyhell
Marlo Johns
C. W. Garfield
J.geshepard
E. Smilth
J.B. Jackson
Vivian Harris
D. Grif.fits
Carl Atatson
J.V. Cunnana
A. A. Humphrey
R.A Gunnison
Dre R.leahnon
Mary ‘Bergman
Harry Judd
Gaby
Violet Morrison
Stephan Cerlson
D. We Burtdohell
Machines of Chance Seized as Alaska Law Enforced
Federal marshal action shuts down slot machines and gambling devices in local cigar stores and pool rooms. Officials warn that any game played for money or value violates the law and may lead to further crackdowns behind closed doors. Local merchants face questions over purchases of playing cards and other gaming gear as authorities outline the gambling definition and enforcement scope.
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Yenterday
Lina Bern
Ttini
Isi Gald
Ths -Estabishment
Clgar
Tommany
Reagan
Alaska
Congress
United States
Tiis
Abe
Italy 1s Against Italy 1s Against Rome
Rome December 19 Italian Sun reports Parliament adjourned amid peace demonstrations in the European war. Premier Sandiro advised armed neutrality, while some deputies urged support for the Allies, fearing Austria’s moves could drag Italy into conflict.
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Rome
Parliuament
Siandra
Italy
Byotho
Vonter
Totiors
Particu Iarly
Austria
Bering Coal Test Confirmed For Naval Use
Governor J. P. Strong and Mrs. String report the Bering River coal test sufficient for naval use. The Navy Department stated the test outcomes met required standards as officials arrived in Seainig from San Francisco to review plans for next week.
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Joncnu
Five Million Tons Lost To World Commerce
The Herald reports estimates that five million tons of mercantile property have been lost to global trade. Germanic and Austrian mercantile marines are sunk or in port, while about 600 British vessels are withdrawn from commercial trade by the British Admiralty.
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Chicago
Lekat
Admiralty
European women driven to despair says organizer
Mrs Lisl Schmmier secretary of the International council of equal suffrage returns from Hungary with a claim that European conditions push women toward insanity and thousands commit suicide or homicide amid the alleged crisis.
Bolton to Save on Municipal Lights Contract
Boston reports a new uprising contract with the Budlcon Co cuts city damp cost from 107 to 87.50 dollars yearly, saving about 80,000 dollars annually for ten years for Bolton municipal lighting and power.
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Boston
Bolton
Budlcon Co
Mrs Sayre to Be With Father Aamas Washington
Mrs Fran cise Sayre daughter of the President Wil son is expected at the White House for Christmas and to stay there for some time afterward The president has decided to remain in Washington for the holiday and will spend the day at home with his family
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Washington
Francise Sayre
Wilson
Whire House
Western Union President New Trip Signals Busines Revival
Newcomb Carleton, president of Western Union, returned from a Pacific Coast trip and stated that telegraph business is returning to normal after a period of strain. He noted improvements in courier services and hinted at steady gains in transmission volumes across key routes.
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New York
Dic
Newcomb Carleton
Western Union
Petr
Mid
Pacific Coast
Corn adoption rises as farmers report bigger harvests
A Chicago dispatch notes farmers have entered 42 percent more corn for the season than at this time last year and 468 percent more wheat, while Judge Gunnison returns from a business trip to Ontario. Charley Holmberg oversees a coarse crushing plant at Tinnehosen Aged Parish, with M. Finkelstein, a pioneer merchant, en route to Portville for his daughter Minnie Pinke’s wedding.
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St.spaul
Chicago
Royal A. Gunnison
Ontelde
Charley Holmberg
Tinne Hos -Ung
Admiral Vans Im. Finkelstein
Nome
Coriova
Lan
Mariposa
Borttlé
Thas Grodding
Tor “Hiss
Minnie’ Pinke
Invasion plans questioned color in wartime dispatches
A Petrograd sourced communique and a Pall Mall Gazette dispatch discuss Austro German attacks along the Vietula left bank repulsed, Cracow as the eastern operational focus, and Russians defending central Poland while contemplating a southern invasion, with reports of a German victory and a blown armored train near Lemberg en route to the Carpathians.
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London
Des
Petrograd
Russian War Office
Vietula
Prégrens
Mall Gazette
Cracow
Poland
Germany
Porlatont
Patrograd
Warsaw
Khedive of British Sympathy Named in Egypt Change
London reports announce Abbas Hilmi II appointed khedive of Egypt with the retiring khedive placed under British protection. The move follows Turkish actions and portend a shift of sovereignty, as Abbas is to rule while Turkish influence wanes. A Vienna posting notes Abbas’s broader political role amid regional resistance.
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London
Bence
Hussvoln
Kemalo
Theheed
Abbas Hilmi
Khedive
Keypt
Silton
England
Turkey
Portiah
Egypt
Abbas Ssiml
Vienne
Noted Officer Falls in Western Arena
London dispatch reports Captain Hon. Henry Lyndhurst Bruce of the Royal Sussex Guards killed in the Western arena. News received today confirms the fatal incident and names Bruce as the fallen officer.
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London
Henry Lyndhurst Bruce
Murder Recall of Durrant Case Shocks Sacramento
Sacramento prosecutors recall the Durrant murder case as Janitor David Fountain faces detinue charges in connection with the disappearance and death of Margeret Millings, a church girl. The confession timeline links to the earlier Durrant brutality, with testimony from pastor Benjamin Ochler and notes of a strangled child found in the church basement.
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Sacramento
David Fountain
Detinue
Margeret Millings
Fountain
Milnegit
Benjamin Ochler
Chilis
Audi
Sam Francisco
Saaatens
Amanue
Baptist Sharen
Tored Allen “Bimnons Lamont
Miles Miia Willams Io
Durrant Sant
Captain Jimmis Cunnane Returns From Seattle
Capt Jimmis Cunnane arrived back in the city this morning after a trip to Seattle. He was met by family and local officials who praised his service and welcomed him home.
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Jimmis Cunnane
Seattle
Allies Break Through Germans Near Dixmude Front
London Dec 19 The Timon correspondent in Northern France reports Allied forces have broken through the German line just below Dixmude and are advancing at other points. Paris official communiques say a strong Allied advance has been organized in Belgian territory and front lines have moved beyond Dixmude toward Kortekér. The gains in Flanders and France are reclaimed as a vigorous West offensive prevents German reinforcements. eastward developments are noted.
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London
Timon
France
Poland
Zeppelin raid not abandoned in Germany push
Geneva December 19 Germany continues steady buildup plans to deter any aerial attack on London. The latest Zeppelins boast 600 horsepower Abtei motors and seven new craft recently launched, aiming to deter air assaults.
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Geneva
Germany
Tondon
Redmond cites wartime Irish enlistment figures in Britain and colonies
London dispatch reports Joan E. Redmond claiming over 100000 Irishmen served with Allied forces by Nov 30. He notes 52000 Catholics among 80000 Irish in home forces and Ulster Volunteers sending 10112 from Belfast. Nationalists say a future Home Rule path awaits constitutional victory and split opponents into factions. The World wires a New York总结 style note.
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London
Joan E.reilemond
Nationalist Party
Ireland
Itiad
Ulster Volnteers
Éranka
Trevi
Holland Aids Belgians by Lending Wheat
London report says Holland will loan 10,000 tons of hard wheat to Belgium for immediate delivery, valued at about $1,000,000. The measure aims to assist Belgium amid shortages. The arrangement signals wartime food relief and supports Allied coordination.
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London
Holland
Belgium
Famine Claims Ridiculeled Report From Berne
Berne reports claim that about 100000 people face famine and that 20000 have died in Albania and Palestine. The assertion is disputed and not yet confirmed by official sources.
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Berne
Albanian
Palestine
Maj Gen von Meyer Killed by Arrow in Motor Car Incident
A fragmentary dispatch from Petrograd reports Maj Gen von Meyer was killed by an arrow while entering a motor car during hostile aerial activity. The brief note hints at wartime danger and enemy action, but details are sparse and the wording is damaged.
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Petrograd
Tio Borvarihn Pros
von Meyer
Government bans opium monopoly in Seoul
Seoul dispatch reports the Government Hak suppressed the opium monopoly, aiming to curb opium trade and reduce smoking penalties. The move follows appeals by American missionaries and local officials urging stricter controls on opium dens and distribution.
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Seoul
Cotes
Portugal to send more troops to aid British war effort
Portugal announced plans to reinforce its forces in Africa to support Britain against Germany. The move aims to bolster colonial campaigns and assist in the broader war effort. Officials did not specify troop numbers or dates.
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Portugal
Lisbon
Atrica
German Mine Layer Pierces Havre Entrance in Raid
German mine layer disguised as a French collier entered Havre harbor early today and planted several mines before escaping. Admiralty denies British ships were lost in the Yorkshire coast raid. Berlin reports two enemy planes over Saarbrucken dropping ten bombs. German casualty figures claim 12 million killed or captured since the war began. New York dispatch notes the 18,000-ton steamship Alastian is seized by the British government to serve as flagship of the merchant cruiser squadron.
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London
Havre
Germany
New York
Alastian
Allen Line
Proposes an Army to Police World Editorial
Rotterdam editorials urge Holland to help maintain world peace by backing an international army and navy under a council. The piece frames a world police force as a peacekeeping body, not a menace, proposing global disarmament and collective security overseen by a central authority.
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Rotterdam
Rotterdame de Courant
Holland
Ji Ical
English Soldiers To Have Christmas Pudding Delicacy
London dispatch reports the War Office plans for every man in British uniform to receive plum pudding on Christmas Day. The message emphasizes traditional fare and morale support as troops await holiday observances.
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London
War Office
Beef Trusts Boon to Parisians
Paris December 19 Beef in Paris now costs the same as in 1918, the minister of agriculture states. Pork is cheaper than a year ago, poultry is 15 to 20 cents per head cheaper. Potatoes half a cent per pound cheaper, cabbages 6 cents per head cheaper, bread and broad unchanged. Butter and eggs cost more and sugar is 4 cents per pound cheaper.
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Paris
Parla
Minster
German losses in Lot region exceed one-fifth of strength
A Reuters despatch from Petrogard cites the Bourge Gazette estimating German losses in the month’s operations in the Lot region at 209 060 men, about one fifth of their total force.
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London
Reuters
Petrogard
Bourge Gazette
Lote
Italian Troops Ordered to Libya for Possible Action
The war office confirms eight Italian battalions have been sent to Libya in Africa to be ready for any aggression. The move signals preparedness for potential offensives and reflects ongoing wartime mobilization efforts.
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Libya
Africa
War Office Today
Meeting of Kings Described by Witness to Daily Polesriph
A witness recounts a December meeting between King George and King Albert as Helpian troops pass, noting a rare display of democratic friendship. The Belgian government leader eyes the scene with a thankful gaze while the king exchanges signals and cigarettes in a customary gesture.
French Losses Counted in Official Dispatch
Paris reports an official communication estimating French losses at about 100000 killed 100000 wounded and 90000 prisoners across the campaign. The figures reflect a grave toll on French forces with widespread casualties and detachments captured in action.
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Paris
Londes
Wouthhold
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