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Newspaper

The Democratic Banner

Location

Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1917

Page

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Garfield Upholds Ohio Coal Distribution Authority

Fuel Administrator Garfield warned Governor Cox that state control of coal in Ohio would not be overridden by political interference. He stated Ohio’s plan, backed by federal authority, would proceed to distribute coal amid shortages. Railroads reportedly cooperate with the federal administrator to implement the distribution scheme.

Washington Garfield Tip Gannerd Cox Ohio Olio Phe Boc Bain Elon Olio Federal Fuel Administration

Pillow Evidence in Murder Case Highlights Bed Scene

The document outlines a central pillow in the couple's bed as a key yet contested detail in the murder case against farmer Mrod erick Lelie for the death of his wife Tayt on September. Testimony from Mrs. Chester Mills references the pillow as possibly supporting the theory of a staged crime scene.

Tayt Chester Mills Green Lehman

Cox Answers The Washington Statement In Ohio

Gov Cox replies to Dr Garfield with a statement from Columbus recognizing that northwest shipments profited by a hired coal interests man becoming a federal officer. A conference with railroads and the federal fuel administration agrees to take coal tied up in Ohio and reassign it to Ohio consumers.

Dr. Garfield Washington Lakes Ohio

Seized Coal Released for Domestic Trade in Cleveland

Eighteen coal cars initially held for northern shipment were released to local dealers for domestic trade today by State Fuel Administrator Jolnsen in Cleveland. The transfer moved the coal from railroad rails to local markets after inspection and approval.

Cleveland Jolnsenland

Canners Not Keeping Contracts Warned by Trade Commission

Commissioner Murdock announced the federal trade commission has found that canners are not honoring contracts with wholesalers and jobbers. The investigation centers on alleged use of disqualification practices to stabilize the trade and affect pricing.

Washington Murdock

Armistice Advance To Begin On Kumtan Front

Berlin reports from the headquarters of Prince Leopold of Bavaria that an armistice advance will replace the current line on the Kumtan front. General staff announced the move today as preparations proceed in the field.

Berlin Leopold Bavaria Stam

Confiscation of Coal Continues in State

A chaotic report outlines ongoing state confiscation of coal to mitigate suffering. The fuel administration directs allocation of on hand coal to Ohio cities and towns, with items to be appraised and liened by authorities.

Columans

Attacks in Forge Halted by Italians

Italian forces halted renewed enemy attacks along the Brenta front. Despite heavy losses, the attackers withdrew after renewed efforts by Italian lines, as reported from Rome.

Forge Rome Allie

British inquiry into reverse will be probed

A terse dispatch says the government will investigate the reverse at the end of the Cuynirat salient. Andrew Bonnie Law cites ministerial action as the inquiry moves forward amid unclear details and regional tensions.

London Andrew Bonnie Law Erin Monr

Delays in Securing Guns Attributed to Baker

Major General Crozier testifies before the Senate committee that responsibility for delays in obtaining machine guns rests with Secretary Baker who oversaw tests between gun types. He notes foreign weapons were supplied to American troops abroad and at home due to the shortage.

Washington Crozier Army Ordnance Senate Committee Baker

Massing of Troops A Verse of Defeat on West Front

Report claims a large German attack was repulsed by British lines on the western front. Despite a heavy bombardment Bavarian troops advanced in massed formation but were driven back with considerable losses. Local fighting persisted near the Breyta and Pave rivers with continued artillery exchanges.

Fiera Buelow

Fragmentary OCR notes on a naval offensive and defense plan

The readable fragments discuss a base offensive and its land and naval elements. Mentions of strategic relief, American naval contents, and preparations suggest an upcoming operational phase. The text is garbled but signals coordinated military actions and readiness.

Engineers Face Indefinite Delay in Major Project

Fragmented OCR text describes a large engineering group in Cleveland and Montevideo facing停停 uncertainties. Mentions leaders General Wal Hird and Al Hothranl and a windward operation tied to German engineers. The passage is garbled but implies a stalled national or regional project.

Montevideo Wes Bay Cleveland AL Hothranl Hanneler Alia Af Ui

Pilot racing cars now a lieutenant in aviation service

Jt Mento prepares pie banner and reports Melvin McKenbacher a pilot from the West Tetons column who joined the aviation corps early in the war. He was urged by General Pershing to organize a corps of richie Europe and mediation. McKenbacher enlisted and transferred to the aviation service.

Wibkenbacher Kerwin Richie Urvope Rmckenbacher

Artillery Battle Report Along the Front Suppresses Fire

The front lines show ongoing artillery activity with fire concentrated across the entire sector. reports indicate widespread bombardment and rapid movement by opposing forces as troops maneuver.

Start Probe of Halifax Horror

A royal inquiry was begun by the Canadian government to determine whether the explosion that killed nearly 1,500 people resulted from acts by the responsible parties or from surrounding conditions. Attorneys for Canada and Nova Scotia governments discussed the case and possible blame.

Halifax

Mail mishap at camp reveals illiteracy and delays

reports from Washington indicate army camp messengers warned about published stories claiming soldiers were unhappy and without food. Postmaster Wolfe in Chillieathe described a mail incident where a soldier who could not read or write handled 1200 letters plus special deliveries, delaying routine mail service.

Wolfe

Future of brewing business causes worry to Germans

The tied Hens of brewing beer and German industries face draconian controls as authorities tighten labor and material measures. The Berliner Tageblatt notes widespread anxiety about the future amid planned drastic steps impacting the sector.

Amsterdam

Fiction less popular in state tied to Galbreath report

A disjointed report notes fiction popularity trends in the state. It references Galbreath and a sociology study, with scattered attributions to figures like Cox and Tilrarkin. The fragmentary text mentions Columbus and a veterinary or zoological context, with unclear dates or outcomes.

Galbreath

New Panama Route Cuts Week From London Travel

Thirteen steamers of the Japanese line sail toward London via Cape Town, using the Panama Canal. The through route promises shorter passages besides faster schedules.

Hypeur Cee Tu TOKIO Japan Steansbiy

Korniloff and Reds in Battle Near Bielgorod

Conflicting reports place General Korniloff and Bolshevik forces in combat near Bielgorod in southern Russia. One dispatch claims Korniloff was defeated and wounded, another from The Front of London says he routed his opponent. Petrograd reports show Bolsheviki efforts to seize the constituent assembly amid election results suggesting a weak majority. Bolsheviks issue arrests and trials for leaders of the Constitutional Democratic party tied to the Cossack revolt.

Bolsceviki Kornilof Bielgorod Russia Petrograd Daily Mail of London Korniloff Ront of London Constituent Assembly Constitutional Democratic Party Bolsheviks

Unionists Jown Car Strike 4s Sympathy Act

Authorities prepared to deter disorder during a strike prompt in Minneapolis with St Paul involvement. Police indirect actions followed threats and crowd control efforts as deputies and officers responded to unrest connected to the labor action.

Minneapolis

Labor Commission Aids Settlement Effort Across States

The Labor Commission pledges help to settle a dispute involving Arwontol treme and a banner protest in Washington. Secretary Tieker graphed the president's labor stance as Minnesota officials seek a settlement creation. George Lawton urged strikers to return to work.

Wassingtos I Wilt Leday Tieker Wilson le Wash George Lawton Minnevots State Fed. of Labor

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