International Union Chief Resigns Over Conference Report
Andrew Furuseth, president of the International Seafarers Union, cables President Wilson resigning from the International Conference on Safety at Sea. He objects to a sub committee report, refuses to sign, and plans to sail for the United States soon amid broad absence and limited comment.
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Associated Press
London
Andrew Furneth
International En's Union
Presi
T Wilson
Furuseth
Unitedates
Fuiseth
Educators Conference Opens at University of London
James Bryce will open a major educators conference at the University of London. The event gathers twenty one associations with a 20 000 member potential turnout. Fifty meetings will run through the week covering a wide range of topics including geography education and character building in schools.
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Associated Press
London
James Bryce
Washington
Univer of London
Bryce
Salient Educationales
J. Scott Kellie
Royal Geographical Sdéctiety
Robert Baden-Powell
F. Gilbert Murray
Thousands Feel Sweet Charity On Nativity Day
New York observed Christmas with church services and the distribution of dinners to nearly 80,000 city dependents. Salvation Army led in charity, issuing 5,000 dinners and hosting a 3,500 child party. Volunteers and others provided thousands of baskets and meals across public and charitable institutions.
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Associated Press
New York
Madison Square
Salvation Army
Addion
Songs” Or Society For the Prevention
Great Year for the United States Canal Traffic in 1913
Freight through the American and Canadian canals reached a record in 1913 with 79,718,344 short tons moved, up 7,245,668 tons from 1912. Passenger travel declined slightly, with 23,795 sea passages and 77,194 passengers.
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Associated Press
Ult Ste. Marie
Mich
L. C
di Statés Canal
Can Canals
Hobson's Ointment Heals Itchy Eczema
Itching and burning skin conditions described as eczema tetter and salt rheum are treated with Hobson's Ointment. The ad touts relief from persistent symptoms and related skin afflictions. It frames the product as a cure for chronic irritation and discomfort.
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Hobson
Life Savers And Revenue Cutters Made Big Record
The year ending June 30 saw 1 743 sea casualties the highest in life saving history yet 69 vessels were lost and 73 people drowned. Service crews with revenue cutters saved cargo valued at 13 860 000 and aided 1 364 vessels valued at 6 032 935 carrying 5 168 persons.
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Associated Press
Washington
S. L Kimball
Hagadorn Trial Verdict Expected In Disobedience Case
New York December 26 Major Charles B Hagadorn military attaché at the American embassy in St Petersburg faced a court martial on charges of disobedience of orders for leaving his post after a Washington order to remain. The verdicts findings have been filed and a mild reprisal is anticipated if upheld. Hagadorn is noted for a strong army record and was among Wilsons first appointments.
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Associated Press
New York
Charles B. Hagadorn
St. Petersburg
Hagadorn
Washington
Wilson
Spring Weather Spurs Grass Growth in Yonkers and NY
New York merchants in Yonkers took holiday time to mow lawns as springlike weather boosts growth. Golfers on Yonkers greens kept moving to stay warm while enjoying recently mowed turf. Farmers nearby save on winter fodder as outdoor grazing becomes possible due to long grass.
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New York
Associated Press
Yonkers
Daughter of Admiral to Become Deaconess
New York Dec 26 The latest addition to society women entering religious life is Miss Romola Dahlgren granddaughter of the late Rear Admiral Dahlgren U S N She has long shown interest in the deaconess work of the Protestant Episcopal Church and will soon enter the deaconess home in New York.
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Associated Press
New York
Romola Dahlgren
Dahlgren
U. Ss. N
Jewish Chautauqua Assembly Opens in Philadelphia
Men and women prominent in Jewish educational activities attended the opening session of the twentieth annual Jewish Chautauqua Society of America assembly in Philadelphia. Perry Frankel, the president, read his annual message outlining the past year's work.
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Associated Press
Philadelphia
Jewish Chautauqua Society of America
Perry Frankel
Dallas Woodman Advanced to Head of Order
W A Fra zier of Dallas sovereign adviser of the Woodmen of the World will automatically succeed J Cullen Root sovereign commander who died Wednesday at Hendersonville North Carolina The statement came from order headquarters in Omaha and Fra zier is en route to the city
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Dallas Woodman
Associated Press
Omaha
Neb
W. A. Frazier
Dallas
Texas
The
Woodmen of the World
J. Cullen Root
Order
Hendersonville
N.C
Frazier
Remains of J C Root Sent to Omaha from Hendersonville
The body of Joseph Cullen Root founder of the Woodmen of the World and sovereign commander was shipped to Omaha Nebraska yesterday from Hendersonville North Carolina where he died Wednesday night. A son who rushed to his side during illness accompanied the funeral procession.
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J. C. Root
Associa Press
Hendersonville
N. C
Joseph Cullen Root
The
Woodmen of the World
Omaha
Neb
Root
Welcome for Mexican envoy de la Barra in Tokyo
Thousands cheered Francisco de la Barra as he arrived for the Mexican centennial welcome in Tokyo. Fireworks, bonfires and a lantern parade followed, with gifts presented and a sword given amid cheers for the Japanese nation and emperors. A later meeting at the Mexican legation and palace criticized U S discrimination against Japan and opposed Japanese participation in the Panama Pacific exposition.
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Associated Press
Tokio
Francisco de la Barra
Mexico
Japan
Senor de la Barra
Oldest Twins in United States Celebrate Ninety Fifth Birthday
Babylon New York December 26 The Muncy twins William and Samuel ninety five years old and said to be the oldest twins in the United States celebrated their birthday yesterday. About fifty of their immediate families were present. They have lived here all their lives and are both widowers. They are farmers.
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Associated Press
Babylon
N. Y
Muncy
William
Samuel
United States
LUMBERMAN FLEECED ON HONEYMOON IN NEW ORLEANS
L H Boutwell of Pachuta Mississippi was fleeced for 65 dollars by two men in a coin matching game on Carondelet and Gravier streets after arriving with his bride. The con men vanished and police have not found them. Also noted: about two million trees to be planted in Montana and Northern Idaho this fiscal year, half set this fall and rest next spring. A local reader praises Chamberlains Cough Remedy for relief from a severe lung cold and cough after one night of use.
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New Orlueans
L. H. Boutwell
Pachuta
Miss
Carondelet
Gravier
Montana
Idaho
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