Belgian Appeal Seeks U S Action Over Deportations
The Belgian government requests U S intervention to halt deportations of Belgians to Germany for forced labor. The appeal accuses military authorities of a deliberate plan to remove Belgians from employment and transport them for German work, warning of broader consequences for relief efforts and neutrality policies.
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Bellans
Germany
London
Hef
Belgium
Prac
Rncan
Great Britain
United Kingwm
Belgium and Allies Denounce German Occupation Atrocities
The Belgian foreign office reports a solemn protest by allied governments over German authorities acts in Belgium. It cites hunger relief attempts and promises forgotten, detailing men and women subjected to barbaric conduct in occupied territories and urging public denunciation.
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Associated Press
RIS
Foreign Office
Belgium
Bel
Committee For
Colds Grow Worse Ad for Pine Balm Remedy
Fragmentary ad claims coughs and throat irritation worsen into serious illness if neglected. Promotes Dr Bell's Pine Honey Nature Remedy with antiseptic properties to soothe irritation and aid healing. Ends with availability and price.
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Dr. Bell
Attacks on Government in Russia Continue
London December 6 The Russian Duma presses for cabinet changes after a heated debate over an administration statement. It calls for removal of irresponsible influences and a unified cabinet ready to base its activity on Duma support and the majority program.
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Associated Press
London
Pies Sepemnsmren Party
Dubha
Reuter
Petrograd
Duma
Eight Taken In By The Dokies
Ramalah Temple initiated eight candidates into the Order of the Dramatic Knights of Khorassan at German Relief Hall after a parade headed by a brass band. The ceremony listed names of the degree team and new members Price Williams J H Tomlinson W Evans R Dell Farnell L Nelson G C Roh J O Whitehead and Dr L F Wilson.
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Order of the Dramatic Knights of
G. R. Bride
L. W. Savage
Henry G. Mauldin
Ben Dwards
F. W. Willoughby
Sahib G. W. Daly
W. T. Prichett
Finlay McFadyen
E.B. Trinchard
Tom Malone
J. W. Twomey
Jack Seay
J. C. Crum
Wlliam Richards
Moreland Marsh
Price Williams
J. H. Tomlinson
W. ©. Evans
R. D. Farnell
E. L. Nelson
G. C. Roh
J. O. Whitehead
L. F. Wilson
Senate rush urged on immigration bill by Smith
Senator Smith of South Carolina, chair of the immigration committee, said if the corrupt practices bill in the Senate drags on, he will move to substitute the immigration bill. He noted it was understood last September that the House-passed immigration bill should be taken up when Congress reconvened.
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Associated Press
Washington
Smith
South Carolina
Immigration Committee
Senate
Congress
House
Dreadnaught New Mexico Halted By Riveters Strike
Work on the dreadnaught New Mexico under construction at the Brooklyn navy yard stopped Tuesday as 160 riveters walked out for higher wages. Naval Constructor Rock said a New Year raise had been arranged, but workers demand immediate payment. They currently earn $3.52 daily, below the regular shop scale.
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Associated Press
New York
New Mexico
Navy Yard
Brooklyn
Naval
Rock
Secretary of the Navy
First Protest On Rail Valuations Is Received
The Interstate Commerce Commission received initial protests on railroad valuations. Governor Ferguson and the Texas Railroad Commission seek a rehearing on portions of the Texas Midland from Garrett to Midland Junction and the 62 mile Northeastern branch. The Western Union Telegraph Company contests the cost of reproduction figures for Atlantic Birmingham and Atlanta railroad lines, claiming about 15 percent underestimation.
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Associated Press
Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
Ferguson
Texas Railroad Commission
Texas Midland
Garrett
Midland Junction
Western Union Telegraph Company
Atlantic, Birmingham & Atlanta Railroad
Cathedral to Celebrate Feast of Patron Saint
The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception prepares a three day observance for December 8 the patronal feast. The event includes a 6 o clock mass for the young women a 10 36 pontifical mass by Bishop Allen a sermon by Father Clarkson a procession with the Blessed Sacrament and a forty hours adoration ending with a 5 pm Sunday procession. The Holy Name Society will participate in a 7 o'clock mass on Sunday and escort the Eucharist in the procession.
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Allen
Father Clarkson
Spring Hill College
I. J. Hackett
R.O. Gerow
D. D
Holy Name Society
Customs Guards Guard Steamship Gangways In New York
United States customs officers now guard the gangways of steamships bound for Europe on departure days in New York. Passengers must surrender passports and identity documents as well as all packages and hand baggage. The move replaces prior police on the piers and aligns with the state department’s push to protect American passports.
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Associated Press
New York
United States Customs
State Department
Keene Seriously Injured in Hartford Hunt Meet
Foxhall P. Keene the New York sportsman remained seriously hurt after a horse fell at a Hartford Hunt Club meet near Farmington Maryland. He was shaken and injured about the head but no bones were broken and his condition was unchanged this morning.
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Associated Press
Baltimore
Foxhall P. Keene
New York
Hartford Hunt Club
Farmington
Chicago Nationals offer Tampa $1500 to cancel spring training contract
Charles H. Weeshman, president of the Chicago Nationals, offered the Tampa Baseball Association $1,500 to release the local club from its spring training contract, a deal with two years remaining. The Florida group has agreed to cancel the contract.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Charles H. Weeshman
Chicago Nationals
Tampa Baseball Association
Tampa
Florida
Teutons Succeed Against Portugal in East Africa
Premier Almeida told the Portuguese chamber that German forces and Askaris attacked the Newali redoubt in German East Africa near the Portuguese border. The 12 hour battle ended with the Newali garrison escaping after an eight day siege on November 28.
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Teutons
Portugal
East Africa
Associated Press
Lisbon
Paris
German East Africa
Chamber of Deputies
Almeida
Askaris
Newali
Newali Garison
Mississippi Centennial Exposition Opens December 10 1917
Mississippi will stage a six month Centennial Exposition starting December 10 at 1917. The 146 acre site fronts 2,000 feet on the Mississippi sound with 2,000 plus botanical specimens the largest expo total in the nation. About eighteen buildings exist including a 5,090 seat Coliseum for conventions and shows. Dixie Reef amusement street spans 1,200 feet in a semicircular layout and a large athletic field will host diverse sports events.
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Gulpport
Miss
Dixie Reef
Miss Morgan and Miss Marbury Back Carpentier Willard Fight
Miss Anne Morgan and Miss Elizabeth Marbury sponsor a proposed ten round no decision bout between Georges Carpentier and Jess Willard. They oversee funds for the French wounded relief and pledge the proceeds toward aid for France, stressing proper handling and use for the stated purpose.
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Associated Press
New York
Georges Carpentier
Europe
Jess Willard
Anne Morgan
Elizabeth Marbury
France
Miss Marbury
Gulf Coast Country Club Near Exposition Grounds
A large grandstand will be built on the exposition field and visitors may golf at leisure in winter as the Gulf Coast Country Club links lie nearby the exposition grounds.
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Exposition Grounds
Gulf Coast Country Club
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Body & Co: Inc Makers
Nelson & Bailey
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