Shanghai Strike spreads amid harsh crackdown
Reports from Shanghai on February 21 recount a government led strike action to suppress anti-nationalist propaganda. Chinese sources cite 28 arrests, 16 carried out that day, amid claims the strike targets sedition and strike literature. The action ties to a push against rebels and echoes relief efforts after a western-backed crackdown.
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Nationaliet
Ryu Chektang
Habchow
Milan Zonthwest
Hére
Sun Cheng-tang
Nua
Xelon
Torslae
Krad
Fureich
Ramaimed
Alata
Held For Murder After 37 Years In County Case
A fragmentary report notes that two brothers, held for murder decades ago in Seat county Virginia, were arrested in McAlester Oklahoma and jailed to await Virginia authorities action. The men Willis Patton and D Mannery reportedly disappeared after the alleged assault and reappeared later, with details unclear due to damaged text.
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Hills
Seat
Ihres Brothers
McAlester
Virginia Muthorites
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Top
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Canter
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Children Burn When Aaron Ignites Bed
Two children Mary 4 and Innes Joseph 8 perished in a house fire at the Cavender home in Kansas, found entwined. The blaze likely started when an electric iron at the foot of their bed sparked and spread, with the mother reportedly trying to supply power to keep them safe.
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Glan N. Cavender
Mary
Innes Joseph
Dovender
Crowe admits Insull funded county campaign
Washington February report of Senate testimony reveals Crowe of Cook County says Samuel Savage and others received funds for county and state campaigns during the prior year. Details include $10,000 to Mor BR, $15,000 to Brennan, and $5,000 cited as a total contribution from Samuel Smith. Ensuing inquiries focus on campaign finance and potential investigations into the involved magnates.
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Robert &, Crowe
Cook Trinty
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Hendler Reed
Wem. Mo
Cant
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Samuel Sy
Raed
West
George F. Brennan
Smith
D Smith
J. Smith
Nendtoridt
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William H. Meaktinley
Sand
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Crown
Wage Parley Breaks Up In Miami Today
The sub committee of the joint wage conference adjourned after a two hour session in Miami without agreement on a new wage scale for the central competitive field. Rice Miller announced the committee would report a failure to reach an agreement before the joint conference tomorrow morning. The miners and operators had met last Monday to form a subcommittee to negotiate a new wage deal for the bituminous field covering Ohio, Illinois, Indiana and Western Pennsylvania. The current agreement expires March 21 in Jacksonville.
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Seston
Ohio
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Indiana
Pennsylvania
Jacksonvilly
Daugherty Fraud Trial Halted by Juror's Death
In the Pobedral Court New York Bek 31 Death halts the Daugherty and Alller fraud case as Judge John 0 Knox learns juror 19 Arthur Finn, son of a juror, died overnight of pneumonia. Funeral set for Wednesday and court adjourned until further notice.
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Finneral
Billiards tragedy ends in suicide atop Notre Dame tower
Paris police report Gaeton Orphelan leaped from a city tower after his wife urged him to stop playing billiards. Attempts by officers to persuade him failed for five hours before he jumped to his death. the event occurred at the tower platform where the man stood refusing to descend.
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Biileeds
Gaeton Orphelan
Mself
Bu¢fel
Curran to Speak at Club Dinner in Baltimore Delegation
State Soictor William Curran of Baltimore will head a delegation of prominent Devourits attending a seafood dinner by the Potomac Club at Grice building labs Friday. Curran is highlighted for the Democratic mayoralty nomination and will deliver the principal address as the club aims to attract a large crowd.
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Potomac Club
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Teacher Falls on Pair of Shears Accident Report
Hinily Castle, a public school teacher at Halfway, suffered a leg injury after falling on a pair of shears. A blade pierced her leg above the knee as she was walking in her area. A physician treated the wounds, and she remained confined to her home.
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Moonshine Fatal to 3 Year Old Boy in Pittsburgh
In Pittsburgh on February 21 a three year old boy died after consuming moonshine. Authorities, led by Coroner W J McGregor, ordered a full investigation to determine the source of the liquor and whether another boy, aged six named George, was affected.
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Pittsburgh
George
W. J. McGregor
Election of Mayor and Council Every Four Years
A contested report notes a state bill proposing four year terms for mayor and council, with annual salary changes. The measure aims to save the city about $8000 yearly by shifting elections and terms, affecting ward representation and annual duties.
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Allison
Mayr
Coun
Otteren
Longfellows Press for Longer Hotel Beds in Kansas
Opera Kansas February 21 report notes the National Society of Long Fellows forms to push for longer hotel beds higher doors and taller automobile tops. Membership limits height to six feet seven inches with one inch tail requirement. State Senator H. W. Behrens of Linda elected President.
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Kans
National Society of Long Fellows
H. W. Behrens
Linda
Dunbar Bank Doors Close in Connellsville Pennsylvania
The First National Bank of Dunbar closes after a board action and is under control of the currency comptroller Addison Olarto with national bank examiner in charge. The Dec public statement cited deposits of 846900, capital 39000, surplus 28000, and profits 74000.
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Clarke
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U S Forces In Nicaragua Seize Fort And Railway
Washington February 21 The American government tightens restraint in Nicaragua with a plan to block the rivals of President Diaz. Marines and bluejackets occupy the vital National Railway from San Managua to Corinto and move the Managua guard to Loma fort to protect foreign lives. The State Department says the actions have President Diaz’s full consent and were completed without delay as detachments reached their destinations.
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Navy
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Diaz
Buajackets
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Manigua
Ine
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State Department
Wind Blues Kiln Field Tramps Find Whiskey in Shipwreck
In Bayville New York on February 21 the two mast schooner W T Bell was wrecked by a gale. Townsfolk reported passengers and crew rushed to safety as overboard goods washed ashore. Inside the vessel a crewman noted crates stamped with whiskey quantities. Reports mention 13 gallons per crate. Local authorities began recovery efforts.
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Kenya
Hidden gun trap foils Cleveland grocery robbery
John Hartman’s Cleveland Ohio grocery store was robbed last night when a shotgun hidden on a wall window triggered and killed two intruders. Hartman found the shooter’s body and a nearby revolver after alerting police and setting a trap he arranged to deter further night looting.
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Javeder
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Revolvar Wasl
Einvo
Otore Lafl Baer
Political appointments eyed as Senate action looms
Washington County political plums may fall tonight or tomorrow as Governor Ritchie prepares to send appointments to the Senate. Speculation runs high on which individuals will be chosen, with rumors centered on notable figures in the Wind region.
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Senate
Ritchie
Famous dog derby starts in Quebec field of five
A fast field of five dogs, the pick of the world's mushers, started today on the 120 mile lap of the Quebec international dog derby. The race will continue for tires days fore distance pt 120 miles.
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Quedeg
Quebec
Arch bishop to attend 40th anniversary at St Marys Church
Rt Rev Michael J Gurlay archbishop of Archdiveran Britt will attend next Sunday observances in advance of the 40th anniversary of St Marys Catholic Church dedication. Masses from 8 to 10:30 oclock will feature visiting clergy including three former assistant pastors and former congregants from nearby cities. Rev Albert Bi Smith editor of Baltimore Catholic Review will celebrate Mass with former assistant pastors Rev Mrs Eckenrode and Veath acting as deacon and subdeacon. The church, one of the county’s oldest, was erected in 1828 and dedicated in 1827, with much of the original structure still standing despite later additions.
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Ghadyance
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Byenuh
Albert Bi. Smith
Baltimore Catholic Review
Eckenrode
Veath
Catholic Consragation
City election plan outlined for March voting
Mayor Bowman announced plans for a March city election. City registrars appointed last week set March 9 and 16 for voter and transfer tests in five wards. A primary will select council members with elections in Wards 1, 3, and 6 on March 26.
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Counciaven Schuler al Kiracete
Notable Student Riot Trial Opens at Cambridge
Testimony from officers depicts Crimson students as the main cause of a battlefield with police during a disruption of peace at a Cambridge district court. Prosecutors argue charges stem from collegiate exuberance amid a chaotic scene as officers recount injuries and the rough handling inside the venue.
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Heard “University
Cambridge
Crimson
Poli
Evyidelit
Ue Binedott
Government Wins Case in Supreme Court Sherman Act
The government prevailed in the Supreme Court ruling against Trenton and twenty two other pottery firms under the Sherman anti trust law. Aimed at aiding boys, the decision involves a policy on philanthropy and corporate conduct. Also noted is progress on Trans Atlantic telephone service extending to Italian cities including Pavia Verliu and Venice.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Trenton
Frisco
Paris
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Puo Cue
Pavia
Verliu
Venice
Snowstorm devastates coast with heavy losses and ship damage
A fierce snow sleet and windstorm battered resort towns causing extensive property damage and crippling shipping. Dozens of deaths occurred including eight guards on patrol boat 248 and others in Boston and New York Harbor. Boardwalks piers and structures sustained major destruction along the shore.
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Provinceton
Mags
Tara
Boston
South Amboy
Ambrose Lightshi
New York ‘Harbor
Atlantic City
Great Storm Strikes Delmarvia Areas Causing Floods
Delmarvia reels from a powerful storm with streets flooded and rivers overflowing. Bridges washed out and telephone service suspended as canals and private lands flood towns including Delmarva Pointens and nearby reservations.
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Ington
Del
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Transportitio Service
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Vance
DePont
Polntens
Averalf
Traffic resumes after worst blizzard of the winter
Disrupted travel returns as rough weather eases with restored trolley service and roads slowly opening. Widespread snow, high winds, and drifting drifts caused delays. crews report progress as utilities and transit crews clear routes and resume operations citywide.
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