Elks Ball a Brilliant Social Affair in St Johnsbury
A grand Elks Ball at St Johnsbury Armory drew nearly a hundred couples for an elegant evening. Purple and white streamers, banners, and crepe paper decorations festooned the hall while an ornate punch booth and a center-stage orchestra added to the festivities. Past Exalted Ruler W A Rickey and Mrs Rickey led a grand march to start the event, with Dr W Gage and Mrs Gage guiding the dance committee.
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Wilson Turns Down General Wage Increase In Washington
Late news bulletins report President Wilson refusing to meet railroad wage demands amid a labor standstill. Union officials briefed on negotiations suggest a tentative settlement may be accepted, with some unions joining the action and others abstaining. Cornell University chief Jacow Gould Schurman resigns after 28 years at Ithaca. A fire at Rutland’s G T H Grim factory causes extensive damage. Milford Mass reports a murder found in a pond with unclear cause of death awaiting autopsy.
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Salon
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Brotherhood of Railteammen
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Ithaca
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Plot to restore Emperor Charles fails in Budapest
Substantial details reveal a failed plan by the ex emperor to enter Hungary on a false passport with three companions and reclaim the throne. Government evidence says he would cross the Austrian frontier under an assumed name and announce his return to gain popular support. An additional item notes New York facing continued snow, sleet, and postponed mayoral vacation until streets are cleared.
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Time to Awake in Dr. Rees Strong Plea
Dr Rees urges a wakeful Christian life citing Romans Go ye into all the world and the need for missions Bible study and local church work. He compares church inactivity to sleep and recalls a near shore warning from a voyage stressing urgency and personal responsibility for spreading faith.
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Printer's Ink No.8 on local papers and town image
The Caledonian Record mirrors Northeastern Vermont life for distant readers. Merchants who advertise boldly create a strong impression of a lively town, while underselling can mislead outsiders. Supporting the home paper boosts civic life and local influence.
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Caledonian Record
Vermont
Focal
Seven Hundred Dollars Raised On Red Cross Tag Day
Upwards of 700 were raised on St. Johnsbury Red Cross Tag Day with about 5000 tags sold. Community support came from Fairbanks Company, Academy students, and street canvassers. Ailing citizens expressed gratitude, while many asked how to help the Red Cross work. Continued on page six.
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St. Johnsbury Red Cross
Fairbanks Company
Twe Academy
J. A. Davis
Missy Fannie Seeley
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Red Cross
Althoun
Wilson Charged Secretary of State Usurped Power In Cabinet Meetings
Washington reports February 14 while Secretary Lansing remains out of the cabinet President Wilson accuses him of usurping presidential powers by calling cabinet meetings during the president's illness. Interior Secretary Lane defends Lansing explaining he approved the first meeting and that all cabinet members favored the move. Lane retires March 1 and says he shares responsibility. no constitutional issue was raised. State Department notes Lansing’s retirement and says no further resignations are expected though no successor named.
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