Wesleyan Honors Four More War Dead and College News
Four additional Wesleyan men are announced among the total twenty six college fatalities in national service. H. Mitchell of 1912 football captain and Delta Tau Delta member died from disease in cantonment in the U S. C. A. Goodwin of 1914 from Waterville died in Lewis Washington from disease. Charles L. Wood, aviation lieutenant, was killed in action in France in late October. Alvin H. Treadwell of 1918, from Poughkeepsie, was killed in action on November 5. Reentries continue as men are released. The Jackson Cup will be awarded for winter and spring terms. Basketball schedules remain tentative. H C Clark of Hartford elected junior class treasurer, Chi Psi member.
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Ali
France
Cantonme
H. Mitchell
Elc
Delta Tau Delta Fraternity
C. A. Goodwin
Waterville
Lewis
Wash
Delta Kappa Epsilon
Charles L. Wood
Twoce
Chi
University Athletic Council
H. C. Clark
Hartford
A. L. Reeven
Clark
Chi Psi Fraternity
Conflicting Views at ICC on Railroads and Other News
Washington discussion before the senate interstate commerce committee revealed split ICC opinions on government ownership of railroads with Commissioner Woolley urging McAdoo’s five year plan while others oppose immediate private return. Also reports from Washington and New York include firemen’s card tourney results and calls to acquire Lower California to deter Oriental aggression. Baseball’s return cited optimism from Branch Rickey about the sport’s comeback postwar.
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Washington, Jan
Interstate Commerce Commission
Senate Interstate Commerce Committee
Edgar E. Or
Commission
Robert W. Woolley
Clark
Woolley
Lower
California
Washington
United States
Ashurst
Arizona
Senate
Mexican Republic
Pacific
Canada’s Nickel Plan Brings Jobs to Port Colborne Plant
Canada launches ambitious nickel refining drive with a $5 million Port Colborne refinery to process Sudbury matte. The plant aims to handle 20,000 pounds of nickel and 8,000,000 pounds of copper annually, easing wartime labor shortages by employing returning soldiers and boosting strategic metals output.
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International Nickel Company of Canada
Port Colborne Ontario
Wellan Canal
Cobalt
Sudbury
Port Colborne
Bayonne
New Jersey
Toronto
Canadian Pacific Railway
International
Stock Market Quiets After Early Fluctuations With Rallies
New York stock trading opened irregularly but settled into a steady tone with moderate gains from early declines. Marine preferred rallied after a brief dip, Distillers Securities remained strong, and several specialties posted gains. Steel common rose from 925 8 to 931 4 as Marine preferred recovered. Lieutenant George H. Lowe Sr. of New York, awarded the Croix de Guerre for bravery, led evacuation efforts with the US Army Ambulance service amid French lines and was wounded in the Argonne Forest.
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New York
Marine Preferred
Steel
Distillers Securities
R. T
George H. Lowe, Sr
Lee
United States Army
Argonne Forest
Latin A Living Language Tongue of Caesar Preserved by Church
The London Chronicle notes Latin’s survival as a living tongue, preserved through the Roman Catholic Church during Europe’s darkest days. It likens Latin’s revival to Hebrew, highlighting its role in maintaining international communication when Greek faded from common knowledge.
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London Chronicle
Europe
Obituary notices for Eleanor Bailey Burr and Rachael Aulhorn
Miss Eleanor Bailey of Higganum aged 85 dies at Mrs. Murray's sanitarium South Farms funeral Tuesday 2 pm from niece Mrs R H Freeman interment Higga num Rev S E Lawson presiding. Harry Martin Burr Jr funeral at 3 pm from 76 Lawn Ave interment Pine Grove cemetery. Mrs Rachael Aulhorn funeral from W R C Home Cromwell interment Southington. Notice: W B Douglas Co factory to reopen after inventory completion.
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Eleanor Bailey
Higganum
Harry Martin Burr, Jr
Lawn Avenue
F.F. German
Pine Grove Cemetery
Boy Scouts
Rachael Aulhorn
Rachael . Aulhorn
Cromwell
H.W. Hildreth
W. & B. Douglas Co
Grain Market Summary From Chicago and New York Prices
Grain market report shows corn closing higher by 1 to 18-4 cents with futures for January 175-5 and March 140-3-8, oats up 1-4 with January near 71-8. Park, lard, ribs and metal prices listed with January and May figures, East St. Louis offers and spot prices for lead and spelter, overall market activity from Chicago and New York.
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Chicago
New York
East St. Louis
Rabbit drive killings in Hodgemen County
In Hodgemen County Kansas, a three day rabbit drive ended with twenty thousand jackrabbits killed. Farmers gathered the animals, transporting them to Jetmore where they were sold at an average price of fifteen cents each to buyers and shippers.
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Jetmore
Kan
Hodgemen County
Spanish influenza more deadly than war in crisis period
Authorities warn influenza deaths exceed those from eighteen months of World War fighting as cold weather looms. Public health guidance urges avoiding crowds, proper coughing etiquette, and hygienic practices along with using Hyomei for germ protection to prevent spread and reduce illness. Blatchley advertises the product.
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Blatchley
Hair Restorer That Failed in Boston Transcript
A brief note reports Dolly promised refunds for a hair restorer, but Molly notes no return has been issued. The piece casts doubt on the product as typical of promises without performance.
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Boston Transcript
Foley's Honey and Tar Proves Best Cough Remedy
J F Harper of 416 Navarre St San Antonio Texas writes that Foley's Honey and Tar is the best cough remedy. He cites his wife’s severe influenza cough improved after a few doses and slept soundly all night, claiming quick relief and lasting effect.
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J. F. Harper
Navarre St
San Antonio
Texas
Foley
Canada’s Unknown Land Still Unexplored
A Newark News item notes Canada holds about one third of its area still unexplored totaling nearly 1,000,000 square miles. It cites C. Camseh estimating that Great Slave Lake has gained 2000 square miles through recent discoveries, yet its shores remain largely uncharted. Caribou Plateau north of Peace River and areas north of Lake Athabaska plus regions around Hudson Bay await exploration.
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Newark
Canada
C. Camseh
Peace River
Lake Athabaska
Hudson Bay
Not a Surprise. Senator Lodge and his crowd weigh in
Senator Lodge and his supporters insist the president does not speak for them. The piece notes that those who know Lodge’s group were already aware of this stance.
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Charleston News and Courier
Courier
Senator Lodge
Dubious Idea From Baltimore to American Quote
A Baltimore American item notes a sharp dig at German forces with the remark that their leaders act as if victory is near, while the opposing view suggests such confidence is misplaced and out of reach. The exchange reflects wartime sentiment and the press tone of the era.
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Baltimore
Bank Balance Sheet Details 1918 Connecticut Bank
The document lists assets and liabilities for a Connecticut bank, detailing overdrafts, U S bonds, postal savings deposits, securities, and cash items. It records cash in vault, deposits with banks, checks, world War loan deposits, and a total balance of 8 614 340 91. Liabilities show capital stock, surplus, undivided profits, deposits, certifed checks, cashier’s checks, and other obligations totaling 8 614 340 91.
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Tem
U. S
United States
Federal Reserve Bank
Connecticut
Middlesex
George A. Craig
Meorge
A. Craig
Leonard B. Markham
Francis A. Beach
E. Terrill
JOS. Merriam
German plans for India and Allied loyalty cited
The article argues a German dream of Germanizing India failed due to Indian loyalty. It credits Indian princes and troops with strong support for the Allies, noting a 1200 percent rise in shell output and substantial river craft and railway material contributions. By September, over 1.21 million Indian troops had served overseas, with 70,439 casualties, according to official sources.
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India
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