Republicans recomit question of delegates reform
Washington Des 17 after hours of diseussi on the Republican National Committee recomitted to a sub committee to report late today on plans for reforming representation at the national convention. The proposal would add four delegates at large, one for each congressional district, and extra delegates tied to party vote, with details to be set by a forthcoming report. The exact ratio for district additions was undecided but expected to be clarified.
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Washington
Des
Republi
Wirbetiofion
Republican National Committee
Warrin
Michigan
Currency bill moves toward passage amid ally support
Senate action tightens as Frank P. Glass and Wilson, longtime Princeton friends and Alabama political editors, align with President Wilson’s currency plan. Republican leaders push for a final vote while Democrats claim delays by their rivals, arguing progress hinges on a timely ruling.
Deposits Guarantee Debate Sees Treasury Note Reform Move
A Washington conference of Democratic senators discussed removing the deposits guarantee from currency and making treasury notes redeemable in gold. They favored final passage Monday with amendments by Senate Chairman Owen. House leaders predicted initiation of action to block or accept the measure as the Senate considers amendments.
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Ip. c
Treasury
Senate
Owen
Cleveland hotels brace for wider cook and waiter strike
Cleveland officers of the cook and waiters union announced plans to call out bartenders chefs cooks and other hotel workers across the city to join a growing walkout. They demanded wage hikes of 1 to 15 per month and warned union clubs to stay off until managers meet terms. The strike entered its second day at Statler Holiday Inn and Colonial hotels with check girls and bellhops still on strike.
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Cleveland
Cook and Waiters Union
Allhelm
Supreme Court of Appeals Towing Case Decisions
Opinions from the Charleston docket March 17 detail rulings in several towing cases. Islad Creek Fuel Company v Harsihirger from Cabell County affirmed. Miletel v Mainstrem in Soli County affirmed. Garitr v Martin from Cabell County affirmed. Cose v State of West Virginia from Cabell County remanded for new trial. Lina Gainer v Stowers from Harrison County reversed then remanded for new trial with instructions.
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Mer
Te Supreme Court of Appeals
Tole
Islad Creek
Uel Company
Harsihirger
Cabell County
Affirmed
Mitelel
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Mainsetrem
Soli County
Stowers
Itancain
BVILNE PROVE FATAL. Tichapl Vance, tofant son of Mr. and Mr. J. . Kuagp.
Tragic accident claims the life of Tichapl Vance, infant son of Mr and Mrs J Kuagp of Brie after a burial delay and heavy fall. The incident occurred Wednesday morning and is under local inquiry.
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Tichapl Vance, Tofant
Twenty Five Bodies in Rock Mountain Fuel Disaster
A late December explosion at the Rocky Mountain Fuel Company plant killed twenty five workers. Officials described the blast as a major disaster with many missing and sections of the site severely damaged. A general funeral was planned for the victims, and investigators continued to examine the causes and scope of the incident.
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Embassy Hous es Ikt een Hour C Ce Law
Washington Dec 17 The Interstate Commerce Commission reports nearly 200000 violations of the sixteen hour law by 264 railroads during the latest year. Analysis shows wide disparity in excess service among lines with mileage and territory affecting the figures. Commissioner McChord notes excess shifts stem from carrier practices and delays, breakdowns, and other factors, urging compliance and reporting.
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Charles C. McChorny c
Interstate Commerce Commission
Randons
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McChor
Commission
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Bartern Roa
Prairie Country
Camel Territory
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Schmidt Under Divine Inspiration In Wisconsin Trial Note
The fragment hints at a court case involving Schmidt and references to divine inspiration, an immunity claim for Sehniat, and testimony and witness procedures. It mentions Bob LaFollette and a university class president race, with broad political context and university figures.
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Oece
Bob Me Ue Consi
Ring Cars
University of Wisconsin
US aide seeks embassy funds for Mexico and Tokyo
Dees Secretary Tyan urged the House foreign affairs committee to include 100000 for embassy buildings in Mexico and Tokyo and 140000 for Bern. He defended aiding Mexico's future and said the United States should not hesitate to buy embassy property there to attract diplomats, stressing government support to entice posts for poorer applicants.
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Dees
Tyan
House Foreign Affairs Committee
Hill
Brexico
Tokio
Berné
Mexico City
Mexico
United States
New Counterfeit Ten Dollar Note Warned by Secret Service
Washington circular warns of a crude counterfeit ten dollar U S treasury note. The note is printed on cheap paper with faint silk thread imitation and ink in the wrong color for the seal and serial numbers. The Secret Service cautions the public to beware of the bogus note.
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Sa. Ansociata Jamas
Washington, D.C
United States Treasury
Secret Service
Five Hundred Workers Strike At Westby Plants
Dec 17 Westby Wisconsin reports five hundred tobacco sorting plant employees walked out in protest of a wage cut from 2 to 85 cents per hundred pounds. The strike halted plant operations as a committee of workers and employers explored a possible compromise. Some plants in Spurie and Virogie have not yet joined, but may later if negotiations fail. A separate note from Washington mentions a search for Daniel Webster of Ghester Wy Va who reportedly went to Mexico.
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Washington
State Department
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Daniel FE
Webster
Ghester
Wy Va
Mexico
Mapist
Wineout
Niu
Westby
Wisi
Spurie Wid
Virogie
Winter Wheat Prospects in United States Fall Estimate
An 8.6 percent rise or 2.858 million bushels more winter wheat is forecast for the United States this fall, per revised department of agriculture estimates. December 1 condition shows 87.2 percent of normal, a high since 1903. Rye viability stands at 1 percent or 29,000 bushels in the area sown for autumn. Morgan Tom Dor of the Virginia University Meat Committee and officials including Prof. ji, Me Petra, and R. Gweevland discussed upcoming football management and state treasury matters.
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United States
Department of Agriculture
Morgan Tom Dor
Virginia University
Petra
Andy
R. Gweevland
Rhajrsan
Next Yar
Further Route Advance and Rebel Movements Near Milpa Atlas
Reports describe continued rebel activity near Milpa and San Lorenzo with Zapata allied leadership in contact with Gen Diaz forces. The engagement order routed the rebels, who retreated into rugged country south of the front, while locals note visits from Morgantown athlete Smith.
Mrs Pankhurst Released From Holloway Jail at Noon
Ama lite Pankhurst, confined since Saturday after an arrest near Parta Ta, collapsed in court or during the journey as a result of a hunger strike. She is en route to Switzerland for recuperation after preparatory efforts to lead suffragists.
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Loneos
Amalite Pankhurst
Holloway
Satuday
Parte
Wilitanta
Switzerland
Appointment of Stuart Walkar as U S Attorney in Virginia
A noted delegation from Wheeling and Moundsville backs Stuart Walkar for U S attorney in the northern district of West Virginia. Col McGraw advocates Gen Riley’s appointment, and Warner Waugh terms indicate the term will continue. An ongoing canal favors investigation into government contacts and patronage.
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Dan
Ap- Oafere
Stuart W. Walkar
United States
Northern
District
Weep
Col. Watkhe
Danio Crode
Ole Jiaist
Iar
McGraye
Ogerer
Riley Ani
Wheeling
Moundsville
Col McGraw
Department of Juatica
Carters
Gen
Kiley
Waugh
Pope Is Told of Rampolla Death After Morning News
Des 17 in Rome Cardinal Rampolla, former papal secretary of state, died. The pope, John XXIII listed as Plus, learned of Rampolla’s passing from Cardinal Merry Aleva and Monsignor Brennan who delivered the news with care. The pontiff showed anxiety and concern upon hearing Rampolla was dead, after recent visits from Rampoli who was in good health.
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Rome
Italy
Cardinal Rumpoia
Merry Ale Va
Monaignor Brennan
Ran- Dalla
Rampolla
Carinal Rampolis
Judge Rules in Habeas Corpus Case Jurisdiction Denied
Judge Tanes W. Robinson disposes of Thomas Dickey habeas corpus petition challenging state anti weapon law violation. Court notes Justices have jurisdiction in first offenses, upholding prior detention and dismissal of the writ.
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Tanes W. Robinson
Thomas Dickey
Dickey
Robinson
TEX DRUNKS ARRAIGNED BEFORE MAYOR IN PALLY SPLIT
Ten drunken individuals faced arraignment before Mayor Will H. Cole this morning. Two paid fines two received five day jail terms and the remaining six were released.
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Drlinke
Will H. Cole
Pallies
State bank bill change sparks cash relief plan
In Mexico City crowds gathered before Central bank doors as notices warned that state bank bills would be redeemed at only half their value. Redemption hinged on Central Bank funds covering the difference, with stoppage once state cash ran dry. In Pittsburgh, a five story boiler building fire alarm failed and a man was hurt while a mass panic nearly caused deaths during a suspected arson incident at Bachlor Hall apartments.
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Mexico City
Central Bank
BS Poselula
Cenesral Bank
Neely Recommends Wilvon For Port Master Post
Congressman Neely reviews the Faolrylew port master position. He supports Major Wilvon amid a contested candidacy with several capi tants. Neely’s careful assessment suggests Wilvon’s nomination will soon reach the Senate.
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M. M. Neely
Jesse
Wileon
Faolrylew
Nealy
Wal
Wilvon
Senate
New Osteopathic Practice Opened by Stiller and Morris
Drs Stiller and Morris establish a new osteopathic firm after relocating from Morris Pa. They opened offices in Union Bank building rooms 1001 4002 and 4002. Both graduates of American School of Osteopathy Kirksville Missouri trained under A T Sul founder of osteopathy. Dr Miller has nine years of practice. Morris is younger and previously worked with an uncle in osteopathy.
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Morris
Inean Osteopath
Morris, Pa
Charred body of George F. Baker found in New York
A charred body identified as George F. Baker, 41, of Cawej, was found beneath debris near the ear and road area. Police say Baker, son of a former state official, was last seen in the vicinity. investigation ongoing to confirm identity and circumstances.
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Dinghamton
George F. Baker
Cawej
Dusigeas
Fontinewianer
Trier
Editor Acquitted in Turmoil Over Mayor Case
In Taylorsville on December 17 editor D Slate of the Mount Auburn Tribune was acquitted of the alleged involvement in the case against Dr. Herbert Wisner, mayor of the town. The verdict follows a trial that centered on political and social tensions surrounding the local leadership and a disputed incident earlier this year.
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Taylorsville
Slate
Mount Auburn
Ora
Herbert Wis4ear
Dinner Servants Honored at Stenlei Good Roads Meeting
Ladies of Stenlei hosted a dinner after a rally for the roads movement. Citizens of Milford and Clarkeburg were mentioned as supporters while men worked on road projects nearby. Names noted include Mrs. Charles Stanley and Miss Jang among others.
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Stenlei
Milford Road
Mr. Horry
Clarkeburg
Batt
Eutalas
Towers Waath
Ditiaee Mets
Charles “Stenley
Atfes Ala Stanley
Mies Jang
Misquiin
Charles Schofner
Susteal
Alice "Triade
Bland
A. Osborn
Mreg Maxwell
H. M. Wade
Salvation Army Christmas Fund Drives Community Help
Ensign Figging and the Salvation Army unit rally for a holiday fund to aid care recipients and families. Money supports a Christmas dinner at the Salvation Army base and a children’s entertainment program, with winter relief and general community outreach highlighted.
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Total Salvation
Corpa
Ipomas
Purchase of Lincoln estate acreage reported in Charleston
Fragmentary notice from Charleston dated December 17 reports that a deal closed involving Stuart Fy Hoey EL Long G Young J D Woodroe and a purchase royalty on nearly three acres of Lincoln estate property. Several produce property items and a sale tied to the estate are mentioned in uncertain terms.
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Charleston
W. Va
Stuart Fy Hoey
EL. Long
G. Young
J. D. Woodroe
Sali
Bonds Cut for St Marys Delaware District Improvement
In St Marys Delaware district, bonds totaling $6,000 were vetoed with a 7 to 1 vote, 368 to SY. Dell and zington district are mentioned among the nonding efforts, reflecting local fiscal decisions.
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Dell
Zington
Stu
Simmons Helm Charleston War Bride Wedding
Simmons married in a ceremony at Charleston with Deu K Simmons present as a key participant. The brief notice records the union of a local couple, noting names and location.
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