Plan for Tax Reform League in Alabama
At a Montgomery meeting of the Alabama Tax Reform League a committee proposed a plan for state and county equalization boards. The state board would include the state auditor and the rail commission president with a governor appointee, with local boards selecting two members and a third jointly. Boards would inspect properties, report values, and preserve owners’ right to appeal to courts.
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Alabama Tax Reform League
Montgomery
Alabama Railroad Commission
County Board of Revenue
League
State Equalization Board
State Board
Circuit Court
Penalties on Fires Demand Stricter Fire Safety Measures
The piece urges harsher penalties for arson and negligence in fire safety. Fire Commissioner Adamson of New York argues malicious incendiaries and careless owners both endanger lives and should face criminal consequences. It cites a case where a manufacturer paid 1500 for firefighting costs after a blaze caused by neglect, underscoring the need for protective systems to prevent future loss of life.
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Adamson
New York
Adamison
Governor Whitman Jets Debate on Party Leaders
Governor Whitman of New York attacks party leaders seeking the job. Maj. Gen. Wetherill, retired, is named as a candidate for superintendent of the post, now held by a Democrat.
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Brect Whitman
New York
W. W. Wether
Alabama Needs Immigrants and Belgian Refugees Debate
A Montgomery Advertiser letter argues Alabama benefits from immigrants to fill vacancies as locals emigrate. The writer favors Belgian immigrants citing thrift, energy, and agricultural skill, noting Alabama’s large land area and racially imbalanced Black Belt as context for seeking a "desirable class of white people" to settle in the state. The piece urges broader adoption across Mobile County and beyond.
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Montgomery Advertiser
Alabama
Texas
Belgium
Mobile
Tuberculosis Burden In US Churches Reported
A nationwide survey of 2,852 churches across 37 states shows tuberculosis causing 10.3 percent of funerals and 8,048 active and past cases under pastoral care. The average congregation size was 56, implying a new TB case roughly every twenty members each year.
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United States
National Association For the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis
Try Old Scrooge's Plan for Christmas Spirit
The piece praises a citywide shift from selfish protest to community altruism as Old Scrooge’s redeemed view of Christmas spreads generosity. It argues the self-denial of all ages will brighten Christmas and moralize public conduct, leaving little room for cynical opposition.
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Scrooge
Intangible gifts of cheer and encouragement
The text extols intangible gifts of kindness and words that lift spirits. It notes such gestures bring value to both giver and recipient, offering cheer to the despondent, cordial greetings to the friendless, and confidence to those faltering. These acts cost nothing but yield mutual benefit.
War Tax Stamp and Red Cross Seal Proposal
The government imposes a war tax and all commercial paper must bear a special stamp. A Red Cross Seal suggestion is aired as a small cost for a great cause and wider support.
Early Christmas Shopping Catches Delayed Holiday Glamour
Readers note that shopping early yields gifts arriving well into January, yet the magic of Christmas morning lags behind the anticipation felt before December.
Local investor plans citrus orchard near Semmes
A letter from Milo B Halliwill of Flushing Michigan, dated December 12, praises Mobile county and reports an investment in about 300 acres near Semmes. He notes planting 2,000 orange trees last year and plans for 3,000 more this year, with land preparation underway.
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Mobile County
Semmes
Milo B
Halliwill
Flushing
Mich
Diversification Alabama's Greatest Appeal
The Huntsville Daily Times urges broad crop diversification in north Alabama as a path to crisis resilience. It predicts a 50 percent reduction in cotton acreage in 1915 with food crops replacing cotton to ensure cash production for the region. The piece calls for white and colored agriculturalists to pursue farm independence at home.
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Daily Times
North Alabama
Alabama
South
North State
Huntsvile Daily Times
News Tone Proclaims Prosperous Alabama Dream
The Huntsville Daily Times argues North Alabama enjoys prosperity with record cotton yields and abundant food. It condemns “hard times” rhetoric, urges debt repayment, and invites outsiders to share a bright regional future powered by faith and effort.
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North Alabama
Huntsville
PITY FOR POLAND IN HISTORY AND TODAY
The Butte Miner reflects on Poland's long history of internal conflicts and external division by Prussia Russia and Austria. It argues Poland's struggles threaten European peace and notes ongoing fighting between German and Russian forces as the region remains a battle ground.
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Poland
Prussia
Russia
Austria
Polad
Frederick the Great
Catherine
Kaunitz
Marie Therese
Butte
Mont
Obstacle to Peace Says Realism Key to End War
Editorial in La Crosse Leader Press argues permanent peace in Europe is impossible while nations insist on absolute right and denies fairness to others. A truce might delay conflict but risks renewal. real progress hinges on recognizing some justice in opponents. Moderation in Britain France and Germany could shorten the war.
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Europe
Great Britain
France
Germany
la Crosse
Country Life Versus City Ways Draw Lighthearted Tales
In Cass County Missouri a city visitor gloats about metropolitan joys while a country cousin and a sturdy farmer counter with rustic pastimes. The exchange pokes gentle fun at两urban and rural pleasures told in humorous vignettes from the Leader.
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Cass County
Opposing Forces Aligned in Poland Over Silesia Conflict
The piece describes a western Poland campaign focused on Silesia as the key to the war. It argues Silesia offers wealth and factories, supports German industry, and its loss could shift the Oder frontier and threaten East Prussia. It notes occupation would force pressure toward Berlin and Vienna.
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Poland
Silesia
Germany
Last Appeal for Brown Fails to Spare 19 Years
William J. Brown’s bid to avoid state prison ended when the Court of Appeals, led by Judge BE Perry Thomas, upheld a 19 year sentence for the 1912 murder of Alfred Percy. Brown’s attorney, C. W. Tompkins, indicated a governor’s pardon was his only hope after multiple trials and retries. He is expected to be taken to the penitentiary soon.
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William J. Brown
State
Alfred Percy
Court of Appeals
BE. Perry Thomas
C. W. Tompkins
Bro
Brown
Franklin Avenue
Washington Avenue
Alf Percy
Percy
Tompkins
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Emperor William to Return to Front This Week
The Telegraaf reports Emperor William, held in Berlin due to illness, will rejoin the front this week. He has just awarded Chancellor Bethmann-Hollweg the Iron Cross first class.
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Associated Press
Amsterdam
London
Telegraaf
William
Berlin
von Bethmann-Hollweg
Isthmian steamer leaking seeks nearest port
The steam freighter Isthmian, 5404 tons, reported to the American Hawaii Steamship Co that she was making for San Diego with 26 feet of water in hold No 1 while hold No 2 remained dry. Earlier messages said she had struck Cerros Island off the California coast.
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Associated Press
San Francisco
American Hawaii Steamship Company
Isthmian
San Diego
Cal
Cerros Island
California
Federal League Officials Meet in Chicago
Executive committee members of the Federal League met in Chicago to discuss private affairs and plan the 1915 campaign, with president Gilmore signaling forthcoming announcements. The session focused on internal questions and organizational planning for next season.
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FED
Chicago
The
Federal League
Gilmore
Big cuts in river and harbor estimates announced
Washington reports major reductions in the army engineers river and harbor bill with about 20 million dollars slashed from recommendations. No new projects are funded while maintenance on existing waterways continues and many projects nationwide receive limited appropriations.
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Associated Press
Washington
Army Engineering Board
House
Army Board
Rivers and Harbors Committee
Newlands
Sparkman
Army Engineers
Mobile
Alabama
Bar
Alabama River
Tombigbee River
Coosa River
Florida
Choctawhatchee
Escambia
Conecuh
Mississippi
Pascagoula
Gulfport
Leds Rivers
Wolf
Jordan Rivers
Pearl River
Rockport
Tampa Bay
Hillsboro Bay
Carrapelle Bar
Apalachicola Bay
St. Andrews Bay
Narrows
Santa Rosa Sound
Pensacola Harbor
Rowland Named Manager of Chicago White Sox
Clarence Rowland, former Peoria Three I League manager, signed to manage the Chicago Americans for one year. He succeeds Jimmy Callahan, who led the White Sox for three seasons and will stay with the club in a business role.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Clarence Rowland
Peoria
Chicago Americans
Rowland
Jimmy Callahan
White Sox
Callahan
Kid Herman Beats Pappas In Ten-Round Bout
Kid Herman of New Orleans earned the decision over Jimmy Pappas of Atlanta after ten rounds in Atlanta. The match concluded last night with Herman securing the win in a close contest.
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Kid Herman
Pappas
Atlanta
New Orleans
Jimmy Pappas
Argentina economy steadies after fly havoc and banking reforms
Consular reports say Argentina's economic disturbances from the fly crisis have eased. Meat exports resume, shipping improves, and talks proceed on rediscount facilities while proposed export duties face landholder opposition. Presidents urges restraint on peso issues to steady currency. American bankers and merchants eye expanded trade with Argentina amid improving conditions and a potential treaty of commerce.
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Ashington
Sergentine
Department of Merce
Congress
Buenos Aires
Republic
State Department
Speed Demons on Brick Roads Threaten Tampa Stay Safe
The Tampa Times warns that speeding drivers on new brick highways menace pedestrians and other road users. Residents urge action, including speed traps, though Florida lacks a statewide speed limit. reckless driving remains hard to define and enforce.
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the Times
Times
Tampa
Florida
Fla
Red Cross Christmas Seals Reach Large Totals Across States
The Alabama Anti Tuberculosis League issued one and three quarters million seals with about 400000 sold to date. National reports show roughly 24000000 seals sold nationwide through last Saturday night and 50000000 expected for 1914. New York leads with over 6000000 sold, followed by Ohio with over two million and several states above one million. Seals are sold in all states except Nevada, with Hawaii and the Canal Zone also participating.
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Red Cross
Alabama Anti-Tuberculosis League
Mobile
National Association For the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis
New York State
Ohio
Connecticut
Indiana
Illinois
Wisconsin
Pennsylvania
Nevada
Hawaii
Canal Zone
Meat a Bar to Heaven Says YMCA Director on Meat
Dr Louis R Wolzmiller physical director of the West Side YMCA in Manhattan releases a circular arguing New Yorkers eat too much meat. He cites a study of 200 men showing irritability high blood pressure and mood issues among older subjects and urges meat sparing for better health. Dr Louis Faugeres Fordham University School of Medicine also advocates meatless diets.
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Louis R. Wolzmiller
West Side Young Men’s Christian Association
Manhattan
New York
Wolzmiller
Louis Faugeres
Fordham University School of Medi«cing
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Home
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Crook
Old Scrooge
Satsuma Edition
Stone & Rhen
Dow Wire & Iron Works
Louisville
Oder
East Prussia
German Empire
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Mobile Harbor
Chicago White Sox
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