Freezing Weather Widespread Across Regions
Vast cold grips North America and beyond with record lows from New York to Texas. Cities report ice, snow, and fires tied to low temperatures while Florida faces potential frost threatening citrus crops. Canada and Europe endure unusually severe winter conditions with fatalities and property losses.
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United States Weather Bureau
Eskimo Arrives in New York Seeks Comforts of Home
An Eskimo visitor to New York expresses disappointment in the city as a winter retreat. He notes that Alaska lacks the heavy underwear he expected and reveals plans to see ships and camels if weather allows. He traveled with Barry Keown to escort a herd of reindeer, seeking better Eskimo life in the United States.
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New York
Alaska
Mayokowk
United States
Barry Keown
Funeral services for George Helveston in Wilmer
George Helveston 66 of Georgetown died Sunday at his son's home on Dauphin Street. services by Roche yougeway A at Wilmer today, burial in Wilmer Cemetery. Survived by wife Susan, two sons Robert and Norise, sisters Elsie Davis Annie Farrel Mattie Helveston Nancy Crabtree and several grandchildren.
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George Helveston
Georgetown
Dauphin Street
Wilmer
Roche Yougeway
Helveston
Susan Helveston
Robert
Norise Helveston
Elsie Davis
Gulfcrest
Annie Farrel
Miss
Mattie Helveston
Nancy Crabtree
Semmes
Mrs Catherine Barth Conway Dies at 86 in Prichard
The body of Mrs Catherine Barth Conway aged 86 from Prichard was sent to Fort Deposit Alabama for burial Sunday night after funeral home services conducted by Rev W H Evans of the Prichard Baptist church. She leaves three daughters Mrs W B Reynolds of Montgomery Mrs John Byrd of Mergargle and Mrs B Porter of Prichard plus one son E W Co Way of Prichard and several grandchildren.
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Catherine Barthwell Conway
Prichard
Fort Deposit
Ala
Higgins
Courtney
W. H. Evans
Prichard Baptist Church
Conway
W. B. Reynolds
Montgomery
John Byrd
Mergargle
B. Porter
E. W. Co Way
Funeral service for James S. Stewart held at Roche mortuary
The funeral for James Samuel Stewart occurred Sunday at 4 PM from Roche mortuary with Rev. J W Phillips officiating. Burial was in Magnolia cemetery. Pallbearers included W Nusbaum W E Franco L A Flinn J K Tyrrell A Serges W E Powell, with honorary pallbearers Gus Carlyle Maury Lyon and Mr Van Cleat. Delegations from Maple Camp No 8 and the Order of Railway Conductors attended.
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Roche Mortuary
J. W. Phillips
D. D
First Baptist Church
Magnolia Cemetery
W. Nusbaum
W. E. Franco
L. A. Flinn
J. K. Tyrrell
A. Serges
W. E. Powell
Gus Carlyle
Maury Lyon
Mr. van Cleat
Maple
Order of
Funeral services for William Thomas Holt at Roche mortuary
Reverend John W. Frazer of St. Francis Street Methodist conducted the Sunday funeral for William Thomas Holt at Roche mortuary. The service proceeded to Magnolia cemetery with Mobile lodge No. 108 BPOE officiating. Pallbearers included W. H. Demeranville John A. Hynde Lee Walsh Jack F. Jacobson Louis M. Jacobson and A. H. Eastwood. A Maple camp No. 5 W.O.W. delegation attended.
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John W. Frazer
St. Francis Street Methodist Church
William Thomas Holt
Roche Mortuary
Magnolia Cemetery
Mobile Lodge
Stave
W. H. Demeranville
John A. Hynde
Lee Walsh
Jack F. Jacobson
Louis M. Jacobson
A. H. Eastwood
Maplecamp
No. 5
Burial of Daniel Wheeler in Wheelerville Cemetery
Daniel Webster Wheeler was buried Sunday morning at Wheelerville cemetery after a service at the family home 1801 Old Shell road. Rev. R. C. Anderson of the Church of the Assembly of God led the service with pallbearers P. A. Prett W. B. Tillman Bart McGregory Roy McGregory Herman Dickins and E. E. Dykes assisting.
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Daniel Webster Wheeler
Wheelerville
Old Shell Road
R. C. Anderson
Church of the Assembly of God
P. A. Prett
W. B. Tillman
Bart McGregory
Roy McGregory
Herman Dickins
E. E. Dykes
Funeral for Mrs Armezia Conway Held at St Vincent's
Funeral services for Mrs Armezia Jane Conway wife of James B Conway were held at 2 30 yesterday from the residence 605 Palmetto Street and at 3 from St Vincent's church with Rev Father Rafferty and Rev Father Eavers officiating Interment followed at Magnolia Cemetery Pallbearers named John Loren C W Rapier P J Maguire Sr Mason Hildebrandt Edward Roberts W J Lockhart
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Armezia Jane
James
Mason Hildebrandt
Edward Roberts
W. J. Lockhart
Firemen Overcome by Smoke Prompt Fourth Alarm
Report notes that many firefighters were overcome by smoke, necessitating a fourth alarm to bring in fresh crews and continue firefighting efforts.
Flappers Snicker At War On Short Skirts
The Bemy Daisies once led the push for shorter skirts but now oppose flapper style as Mrs. Henderson seeks to lengthen hems and curb smoking. Club figures dispute effective bans while public taste and fashion makers shift with the era.
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John “Sanderson
Washington
Rainy Day Club
Louis Ralston
Henderson
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Helen Varick Powell
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Federation of Women's Clubs
National Congress of Parents and Teachers
Countess Plans Divorce Party Amid Suit in Florida
In West Palm Beach on December 28 Countess Salm von oogstraeten Millicent Rogers prepares a New Year party at her cottage despite a divorce suit filed by her husband Richard von oogstraeten The suit seeks abandonment and custody of their 13 month old son Peter.
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Salm von Oogstraeten
Millicent Rogers
Peter
Millicent
Seaman Escapes Brig From Coast Guard Cutter
Coast guard Tallapoosa asks police to locate John Strand a seaman convicted of desertion who reportedly freed himself from the brig on Saturday night while wearing overalls.
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Coast Guard
Tallapoosa
John Strand
Strand
Alabama Chooses Lineup For Washington Scrimmage
A scrimmage today showcased Alabama's football team as they prepare for the New Year West Coast clash against the University of Washington. The Washington squad, champions, was slated to arrive in Los Angeles on Tuesday for the Pacific Coast West classic.
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Los Angeles
Univ Aft -Alabama
University of Washington
Humorist Ralph Binghamely Dies in Philadelphia
Ralph Binghamely, famed humorist and after dinner speaker known as an entertainer, died today at his Philadelphia home after a career rooted in Richmond Virginia where he was born 56 years ago.
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Ralph Binghamely
Richmond
250 000 Armenian refugees need homes in Near East
The League of Nations assigns a new international committee led by Dame Rachel Crowdy to find homes for 250000 Armenian refugees still homeless in the Near East. The panel will study Nansen recommendations and visit Russian Armenia in spring with American participants to assess relief options.
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Near East
League of Nations
Rachel Crowdy
League
Nansen
Russia
Miss Crowdy
Russian
Armenia
Father and Son Golf Tourney Set For Wednesday
The annual Father and Son golf tournament will be staged at the Country Club course Wednesday afternoon with James G Campbell, the club professional, in charge. The event was introduced by E K Taylor who donated the trophy, with winners inscribed on the clubhouse tablet each year.
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James G. Campbell
8. K. Taylor
J. G. Burton
J. G
Washington Clerks Back at Positions After Vacation
The national capital resumes work as federal departments reopen after Christmas break. Congress remains away until January 4 and many cabinet officials have not yet returned. The article also mentions a Scotch foursome golf event played by Burton Jr and W N Hunter and his son William.
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Washington
National
Congress
Fire Devastates Martin Furniture Co in Hickory
Fire caused about 175000 dollars in damage to the Martin Furniture Company in Hickory North Carolina and was still burning at 10:15 this morning threatening adjacent structures.
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Hickory
N. C
Martin Furniture Company
Eastman Named Head of Interstate Commerce Commission
Joseph B. Eastman of Magsachs was elected chairman of the Interstate Commerce Commission. The post rotates annually by seniority, with Clyde B. Atehigoh also named among the officers.
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Eastman
Washington
Joseph. B. Eastman
Magsachs
Inte Commerce Commission
Clyde B. Atehigoh
Water Supply Freezes as Plants Shut Down in Anniston
In Anniston Alabama pipes froze and water plants shut down as a cold snap sent temperatures to the season’s low early this morning. Officials warned residents of disrupted service and urged conservation while crews worked to thaw lines and restore supply.
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Ala
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