Passenger train wreck near Biloxi delays traffic
An Associated Press report from Bil Miss states that the Louisville and Nashville passenger train No 2 collided head on with a freight train near Biloxi early this morning. Several passenger cars derailed, baggage master J A Watts was the only injury, he remained on duty. Wreck crews from Mobile cleared the scene by 9 o clock, traffic held for seven hours.
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Associated Press
Bil Miss
Louisville
Nashville No. 2
Here
J. A. Watts
Mobile
Watts
Dr King's New Discovery touted for croup cures
A reader from Manchester Ohio endorses Dr King s New Discovery for croup coughs and colds noting dramatic relief after earlier fear of death. The advertisement promotes a 560c and 1.00 price and mentions druggists in Philadelphia and St Louis.
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King
Lewis Chamberlain
Manchester
Ohio
Seaser
Phila
St. Louis
Desolation in Chihuahua as Villa’s Rebels Gain Reach
Associated Press reports rebels control rail and wire south and west of Chihuahua. Villa forecasts free states Sinaloa Sonora Durango and Chihuahua from federal control while Ojinaga hosts 4000 federals awaiting action. Desolation follows siege looting and church expulsions, with authorities enforcing executions for common crimes. Villa governs from distance despite illiteracy.
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Associated Press
Chihuahua City
Chihuahua
General Villa
Sinaloa
Sonora
Durango
Ojinaga
Villa
Mercado
Monterey
Bartholdt Will Not Seek Re Election in 1915
Representative Richard Bartholdt of Missouri announces he will not run again when his term ends in 1915 after twenty two years in the House. He says he will pursue efforts for universal peace while remaining in public life.
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Associated Press
Washington
Richard Bartholdt
St. Louis
Missouri
Payne
New York
Jones
Virginia
Dr King’s New Life Pills Ad Claims Constipation Cure
An old advertisement promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills claiming to cleanse the body of waste caused by constipation and relieve headaches and other troubles. It lists a 25 cent price and delivery by H. B. Bucklen & Co. of Philadelphia and St. Louis.
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Dr. King
H. B. Bucklen & Co
Phila
St. Louis
Interstate Commerce Commission rules coal rates for L and N railroads
The ICC ruled Louisville and Nashville coal shipments to Nashville from western Kentucky mines at $1 per ton unreasonable and set 80 cents. Tennessee Alabama mines at 80 cents. Illinois central Kentucky mines at $1. The commission also found unlawful discrimination when railroads refused to switch coal cars, and ordered changes to open terminals to other roads. It asserted carriers cannot arbitrarily restrict traffic access.
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Associated Press
Washington
Nashville
Louisville
Kentucky
Interstate Commerce Commission
Tennessee
Alabama
Illinois
Central Kentucky
Louisville and Nashville
Nashville, Chattanooga and St. Louis Railroad
Tennessee Central Railroad
Commission
Grain rate changes debated on Illinois to central markets
A proposed general increase in grain rates from Illinois points to central markets was framed as justified though individual rate legality not decided. It was held that raises on some grain bi products from Mississippi river crossings and proportional rate advances from upper Mississippi river points were not justified, so existing rates must stay in effect.
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Associated Press
Washington
Illinois
Interstate Commerce Commission
Mississippi River
Federal successes on Pacific coast reported in Mexico
Official advices from Tepic and Mazatlan in the Pacific coast region say federal forces defeated rebels eight miles from Tepic and broke the siege at Mazatlan, pushing rebels back toward Culiacan as troops assumed the offensive.
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Associated Press
Mexico City
Tepic
Mazatlan
Pacific
Mexico
Culiacan
Sinaloa
Death of Mrs. Marshall P. Wilder at 85
Mrs. Marshall P. Wilder, wife of the author and entertainer, died in a New York hospital on Saturday. She collaborated with her husband on many writings and was 85 years old.
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Associated Press
New York
Marshall P. Wilder
Restitution Suit In Progress Against Frisco Directors
In St Louis a federal court heard arguments on whether restitution suits may be filed against current or former directors linked to the syndicate that promoted the St Louis Brownsville and Mexican line and sold subsidiary railroads to the Frisco system. William Niles of New York, a Frisco stockholder, seeks permission to file suits and receivers seek instructions on pursuing action. The hearing focused on legal points.
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Associated Press
ST. Louis
San Francisco
Brownsville
Children plead for mothers in shoplifting case
In Minneapolis on December 22 a group of 13 children, the eldest seven, pleaded for the release of five mothers arrested by police Saturday night as alleged members of a shoplifting ring. Four women were freed while one was held. Police say over $800 worth of goods were recovered from the homes. The mothers were to appear in court today.
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Association Press
Minneapolis
Minn
Captain of schooner swept to death in high wave
Halifax reports the schooner John Parker arrived with flag at half mast for captain James Richards of La Have who was swept overboard and drowned during the voyage. Chicago obituary notes George W. Gray founder of Forward Settlement died at 78, former field secretary for freedman aid in the Methodist church.
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Associated Press
Halifax
John Parker
Barbadoes
James Richards
la Have
George W. Gray
Chicago
Gray
The
Methodist Church
Sage Tea Dandy to Darken Hair
A 60 cent Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy bottle darkens gray hair overnight. Drug stores report millions sold yearly as the formula makes hair look natural, lustrous, and less faded while reducing scalp itching.
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Wyeth
Roosevelts Heated Monroe Doctrine Debate With Chilean
Washington reports say former President Roosevelt and Dr. Marcial Martinez a Chilean diplomat clashed in Santiago over the Monroe doctrine with Martinez arguing it is a dead issue and Roosevelt insisting it remains a vital U S policy. The Chilean legation noted both sides had submitted speeches to foreign offices and the exchange followed Roosevelt's remarks in Santiago Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires.
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Associated Press
Washington
Diplomatic Corps
Roosevelt
Marcial Martinez
United States
Santiago de Chile
Foreign Office
Martinez
Legation
University of Santiago
Brazil
Argentina
Chile
Santiago
Senor
Don Eduardo Saurez
Enrique Villejas
Rio de Janeiro
Buenos Aires
Hobbs Trial Attracts Side Show With Grand Jury Focus
In Vicksburg Mississippi on December 22 Associated Press reports that the Hobbs trial over bribe charges shifts attention to a legislative investigation of how Jackson leaders learned of Hobbs and Bilbo indictments. Stephen Castleman is set to testify about a $200 payment and promised influence for votes on a new county bill as the case resumes.
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Associated Press
Vicksburg
Miss
G. A. Hobbs
Hobbs
Bilbo
Jackson
Brewer
Stephen Castleman
Passengers Aid After Canadian Northern Train Derails
In Lorett e Manitoba a Canadian Northern train from Duluth Minnesota derailed near the town yesterday. Five coaches and a dining car overturned into a ditch and caught fire but about 200 passengers escaped through broken windows without serious injury.
Escapes and Recaptures Pulled From Alabama Convict Camp
Sailor Alexander Wright escaped from the county convict camp near Oak Grove, Alabama, was recaptured the same night by Road Foreman James Shelton, and returned to the camp. Franklin P. Muntz escaped from the Lott road camp in December after serving part of a twenty one month sentence for forgery, had $30 stolen from Shelton’s pockets, and was later found to be obedient before his escape.
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Alexander Wright
Oak Grove
Ala
James Shelton
Franklin P. Muntz
H. C. Geron
Louisville and
Nashville
J. J. Meyer & Co
Atmore
Lott Road
Muntz
Kidney Trouble From Rich Food Warns Readers
A health warning notes Americans overindulge in rich foods causing high uric acid, stressing kidneys. Symptoms include back pain, cloudy urine, and frequent nighttime trips. The remedy suggested is four ounces of Rad Salts mixed in water, taken daily. The article urges consulting a pharmacist.
Methods to reduce illiteracy urged by U S education chief
Washington notes P P Claxton, federal education commissioner, released his final report on adult illiteracy and dissemination of information. The document recommends congressional appropriations for rural education, school hygiene, and medical and sanitary relief, plus stronger home school cooperation and emphasis on health education. progress in rural education is highlighted.
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Washington
P. P. Claxton
Fedéis
Congress
Alaska
Hom
Seed house destroyed in Crenshaw oil firm fire
The seed house and hull house of the Cren Oil Company at Crenshaw Mississippi were destroyed by fire yesterday. Loss estimated at $40,000.
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Associated Press
Oe Crenshaw
Miss
TI Seed
Hull House
The
Cren Oil Company
Dr Hobson's Ointment Heals Eczema Claims
An advertisement for Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment touts its cure for eczema and related skin ailments. A testimonial from Geo W of Mendota Illinois credits a box with clearing long time eczema after many doctors failed. Gaurantee offered or money back. available at druggists or by mail Pfeiffer Chemical Co Philadelphia St Louis.
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H Son
Geo. W
Mendota, Ill
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Men’s and Boys
Benjamin
Clothcraft
Gotham
H. M. Friedenthal
Dauphin and
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Col. Roosevelt
F. P. Muntz
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