Notables in the Limelight
Abbas Hilm, khedive of Egypt, may invade from a Turkish army but would face Lt Gen Sir Francis Reginald Wingate, successor to Kitchener as arid̄ar and governor general of the Sudan, amid Egypt’s transition to a new independent state under British occupation. Wingate’s prior feats and long service mark a defining era for British regional power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abbas Hilm
Egypt
Air Arma
Turkey
Sudan
Uebas
Waa A
Niadh
Kholit
Fran
Gia
Bie
Khu- Ufa
Girdar
Bir Phceid Bie
Scotland
German General Hans Hartwig von Beseler profile
A fragmented portrait of Hans Hartwig von Beseler, a veteran of the Franco Prussian War who led German forces in Antwerp and rose through the engineers corps. The text traces his education at Frederick William University, Iron Cross distinction, roles at Metz and Paris, and later positions in the army staff and corps leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Genom
Hans Hartwig von Beseler
Antwerp
Bors
von Besuler
Engineers’ Corps
Frederick William University
Himarif
Mote
Paris
Ube
Reenminger Corpe
Von
Xene of
Perliament
Christmas lists and holiday travel fill small town page
Local notices show a bustling holiday scene with shoppers advertising wreaths and gifts at Sharp's and Deverns. Residents from Rochestor to Columbus, Akron to Huntington visit kin, travel for Christmas, and attend church events while local staff and students prepare for seasonal breaks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sharp's
Burgens McMants
Rochentor
N.Y
Dever'n
Edward McFeeley
Columbus
Vivien Dowda
G. Dowda
McCryntals
N. Matontroot
Freeman Tudor
Chicago
Lawler'n Pharmacy
David Ewing
Riger
Baker's Drug Store
Stiley Leibher
Akron
Christman
Relay Tiven
Terrence Mitchell
Bosmnens
Edward Walton
Bheator
Nettle Wolf
South Vernon
Huntington
W. Va
Lingle Wineland
Covington
Lon Wineland
Joseph Creveling
Portsmouth
Nellie Loree
North Gay Street
Charles Roberta
East High
Sharon
W. B. Dunaton
Hugene Huntsberger
Portsmouth High School
Lucinda Miser
Warsaw
John Kine
William Barncord
Mins
Parncord
Hinton
Iron Cummings
Coshocton
Andrew Proper
Julia Leonard
Cora Putan
Ag.red Putnam
Game Bir
Mauoh Chunk
Holmesville
Minnox Anne
Agnes Jordan
Mra
C. Pulver
Academia
Springfield
Zion Todo
FL & A.M
Mason
Claude Houbler
West Gismbior
Christmas visitors and holiday plans fill the city
A stream of residents and guests prepare for Christmas with relatives in Akron Pittsburgh Columbus and other cities. Local families including Kerrigan, Herdman, Long and Corcoran travel or host relatives while invitations, savings clubs, and holiday events appear throughout the town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ada Cooper
East Meh Street
Columbus
Bensle Tish
West Chestnut Street
Christman
Arthur Titue
Gambler
Jay Matheny
Edna King
Grant Hospital
Henry Smith
Mosers
Harold Seymour
Ray Paddock
Walter Mason
Oberlin Business College
Charles White
Calgary
Canada
Jennie Smith
Fairview
Youngatown
Viet
Mina Margaret
Kiggleston
Tintontown
Mra
Olive Eggleston
Hithel Tudor Ad
Charles
Akron
City
Charles 8
Sopp
Mast Mish Street
LM. Wolverton
Carlotta
Harriet Wolverton
Jane Manter
John Wolverton
Cleveland
Min
John Williams
Hamtramck Street
Iitteburgh
G. C. Carpenter
Evaling
North Division Street
Clevland
P. Patterson
James Upham
Pittsburgh
Emin A. Campbell
Mich
Christiay
B. Tlebout
Miew Alley Campbell
Pleasant Street
Ian
Warren Kerrigan
White Pallace
Walter 1
Strowe
Cngress
Frances
Quarry Street
Crestline
McGryntals
North Main Street
Hutchinson
South Ridgely Street
Craddock
Belle Vernon
R. E
Charles Appleton
Walter Anderson
Champ Clark
House of Representatives
Harry Wright
Amity
Wright
Knox County Savings Bank
Ida Taylor
South Gay Street
Heber George
Johnstown
M. B. Vernon
Beatrice Singer
East Burgess Street
Misa Ethel Snow
Ohio University
Belle Shellman
Wilson Avenue
Helen Gerrish
Clara J. Gordon
Corey
M. J. Leploy
Germaine
Town
W. J. Tompkins
Katherine
Maellion
Charles W. Meer
Monsie
Louis
Jules Biennes
Maumee
Katherine Corcoran
Elizabeth Corcoran
Hamilton
Frank Place
Newark
Benjamin Priest
Redverafield
Cal
Mre
Geroge FP. Owens
Milea Durbin
Greenville
Edward
Parker Ia
Chetitman
Bellville
Four Buildings Burn in Portsmouth and Vanceburg Fire
A blaze destroyed four business buildings in Vanceburg Kentucky and threatened the entire business district of Portsmouth. The estimated loss is about 61,000 dollars. The report mentions efforts by local authorities and fire teams, with notes on potential insurance and relief assistance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portsmouth
Dee
Vanceburg
A Sailor's Ghost Yarn
An old salt spins a ghostly tale aboard a brig in the China trade. Murdock, a wary crew member, sees a eerie figure and recalls a past with a pirate and Cap'n Webster. The ship breathes fear as legends of treasure and betrayal haunt the listening crew.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iuas
Cape of Good Hope
West
Indica
Murdock
Joe Mur
Rey
Collin Ropes
Latidahipa
Abe
Mer
Mio
Collapae
Cap'n Webster
Mike Tim
Tie Anip
Bia
Liv
Messiah Choral Program For Community Christmas Tree
Tentative program from The Messiah selected for tomorrow night at the community Christmas tree depends on weather and conditions. Pieces include And the Glory of the Lord and Hallelujah Chorus with Silent Night sung at the end. Mt Vernon singers meet at Presbyterian church at 6 30 PM for a brief rehearsal before proceeding to the tree. Cooperation of all singers is essential for success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zion
Mt. Vernon
Presbyterian Church
Hunt Vanished Millions in Captain Neville Estate
San Francisco searches continue for Captain W. A. Neville’s fortune once valued at millions from Jamestown mining. The Rawhide mine stake produced sixty thousand from ore, then fortune evaporated. the late will cuts his son off with a ten dollar bequest after a years long dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Cal
Pro
Tate Court
W. A. Neville
Jimtown
Neville
Searth
Jamestown
Rawhide
The Greater Courage of Women in Suffering
Isidor Rayner reflects on women’s enduring sacrifice in suffering and death. He argues women bear pain for men, offer mercy in distress, and console the dying, urging men to overlook faults and honor her virtues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isidor Ray
Belgiums Postmen and Journals as Banking Agents
A Belgian postman acts as a mobile bank and collection agent, handling receipts for debts and newspaper subscriptions, with daily remittance to creditors and a small commission. The system requires a dust sling and a locked portfolio. Also notes on why seals swallow stones and a fire department quarantine in Shalby for diphtheria.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belgium
Bank of Deposit
Dia
Yourson
Nature
Francis Joseph Emperor of Austria-Hungary Reported Dying in Vienna
The aging Francis Joseph, emperor of Austria Hungary, is reported near death in Vienna as officials and courtiers monitor his condition. The long reigning monarch faces a possible succession crisis amid mounting health concerns and regional tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emperor
Austria-Hungary
Vienna
Rumors Grip Rome Over Francis Joseph Deathbed Plans
Reports from Rome claim Emperor Francis Joseph of Austria Hungary is dying and that a death bed blessing may be requested from the pope. An Austrian embassy denial and official statements counter the rumor as the Kaiser reportedly met with the Vienna court just before the German monarch’s attack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Austria-Hungary
D. Romie
Francis Joseph
Austria
Ita
Vulcan
Aga
Vienna
Prohibition Debate Shapes 1916 Campaign Focus
Washington reports leaders from both parties see prohibition as a likely issue in the 1916 presidential race despite opposition in the House. The Progressive party plans to push prohibition, while Rep Mann argues state regulation should precede any federal move. Hebron and associates express optimism over the vote. Bellefontaine woman dies from gas asphyxiation at home. Cincinnati man killed by train near a railroad crossing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Trafic
House
Representative Mann
Hobson
Mann
Hebron
British Collier Dismantles Radio Gear in Canal
American naval radio officer Krenshaw reported to Secretary Dany fels that the British steamer Protee four had its radio apparatus dismantled in Balboa harbor on December 10 for violating canal neutrality. The action followed evidence that Protee four was using coded wireless to communicate with a prohibited party under canal rules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canal Zonn
Washington
Liedtenune Krenshaw
Panama Canal
Dany Fels
Balboa Harbor
Aone Tiy Sana Zone Pilice Under Orders From Lacutenant Kreashew
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American Press Association
American Proms
Pitkin’s C
Brazil
California
Naval
Porter House
Ager
Scribner's
Frank Turner
Columbia
Robert Porter
Hugo Petterson
Grant Smith
Col TD. Hunt
Julia A. Jordan
Scott Robinson
James Ralston
Howard
C. D. Williamson
Mast Vine Street
Gambier
Wilbur Condon
Mary Trott
Misa Blanche Long
East Pleasant Street
Robert L. Tavenor
Arlene
A. B. Henderson
Charles A. Hope
Allen G. Tink
William G. Scribner
Lexington
Walter Scribner
le Orr
SiNbuck
Mra. G. C. Carpenter
Charles Hackett
Fayette City
High Dotkins
M. & S. Hospital
Tullwelder
Athens
Bernice Long
Charles Welch
Mt. Vernon Hospital
Emme Stubney
Panama
Fred Fish
Bouth Verdon
Jack
Bhalby
Den
Ahalby
Oatire
Vntirg Fro
Bellefontaine
Fannie Miltenberger
Cincinnati
Dec
Dayton
Carpenter
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