Tall Thief Evading Police Strikes Mobile in Three Sections
A tall highwayman wearing a black mask and hat robs three Mobile locations last night, forcing cash from Mrs. Annie Quigley and Charles Krebs while evading a large police dragnet for 36 hours. He fled with $25 at a drug store and $30 at a Royal Street shop, described as about 5 feet 8 inches tall, red faced, in a dark overcoat.
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Mobile
Government-street
Annie Quigley
National Drug Store
Wilkinson
Arid
Charles Krebs
Acar
Vicino
Delacroix
New Year's Observed Across Mobile As Prosperity Grows
Mobile marks New Year with public holiday observances and church services. Merchants report improved conditions and shipbuilding plants plan to boost forces within two weeks. Public buildings closed, watch nights held, and large crowds welcomed 1918 with hopeful cheers and traditional toasts.
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Mobile
Alabama
France
Lloyd George Urges Shared War Effort and Saving
Premier Lloyd George calls on Britons to mobilize all effort for the war, urging economy and saving to fund government needs. He frames civilian action as a direct firing line at works, shops, kitchens, and banks, with victory as the goal and duty as the path. He remarks that allied leaders echo this plea and stresses unity with the United States and Italy.
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London
Lloyd George
Otce
Ouseanse
Palestine Scene of Victory Under Allenby Advance
British advances under General Allenby north of Jerusalem continued as of the latest war office report. More than a thousand Turkish soldiers were killed and about 750 taken prisoner, with officers among the captives. The battle line extended and prisoner counts rose through the period covered.
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London
Palestine
Allenby Hava
Jerusalem
British War Office
Prioner
Iaclu
Robber Threatens Store Patrons in Local Hold-Up
A man entered a store and, after drawing a pistol, demanded money from Mrs. Quigley who said she had none. He then targeted Townsend, demanding his watch. Townsend had neither watch nor money. The intruder fled with the gun still trained on occupants. Deputies suspect the same man robbed Ryder’s store on Broad Street Saturday night, where he wore a mask and obtained $25.
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Robert Ryder
Broad
Congres Streets
Italian War Operations Committee Formed by Premier
Rome January first a decree establishes an Italian War Operations Committee to be presided by Premier Orlando. Members include Baron Sonnino Foreign Affairs Signor Meda Finance General Alfieri War Vice Admiral Delbons Marine General Dallolio Munitions and another minister to be named. Chiefs of naval and military will advise while cabinet authority remains intact.
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Rome
Orlando
Comntee
Baron Sonnino
Signor Meda
Alfieri
Delbons
Marine
Dallolio
Tttee
Ora- 0
Greatest volume of Christmas mail in history
Christmas mail this year was greater in volume than any prior year and was handled more promptly than in the past despite unusual conditions. The report notes the postal service achieved faster processing amid high seasonal demand in Washington.
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Associated Press
Washington
Postal Service
Freezing Weather Forecast Spreads South Tonight
Relief from the east cold wave was promised as warmer air moves in tonight. Temperatures fall below freezing across the south and into central Florida, while the west remains warmer except Pacific states. Heat shortages complicate temporary government offices as coal conservation reduces White House heat.
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Associated Press
Washington
Weather Bureau
Florida
Pacific States
White House
German Delegation Reaches Pact on Blockade and Trade
German naval delegation in Petrograd has agreed with the Bolshevik government to pass the blockade of the White Sea and regulate maritime commerce as ships from Germany approach Reval. Reports note German ships already access Russian waters and food shortages worsen in Petrograd, with Berlin indicating preparations to avert famine.
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Associated Press
London
Petrograd
Daily Mail
White Sea
Hegtt
Reval
Germany
Daily Express
Daily News
Berlin
Amsterdam
von Kuehlmann
Brest-Litovsk
Warsaw
Firms Removed from Enemy Trading List by War Trade Board
Mr. Waring Harrison of the export license bureau received a list of firms in Mexico and Central America removed from the enemy trading list by the War Trade Board. Names include Henriques, Manchu, Lehmer, Basward, Gaisman, Hart, Bannister, and others with offices in Mexico City, Vera Cruz, and Rio de Janeiro.
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Waring Harrison
Export License Bureau
Mexico
Central America
War Trade Board
H. J
C. Henriques
Manchu
Panama
Lehmer, & Disbron
Mexico City
H. F. Chalatmann
Hoffman, Pi R & Basward
Mexico Te
M. Mollard
Bolivar
Bubard & Bourlon
Boulingy Schmidt Suchs
Fernando Gaisman
Hart & Carpenter
Bannister
Vera Cruz
Duberen & CIA
J. G. Ma
City
Haos Zaldo
Vere Cruz
Marimbo & Bacellar
Rio de Janeiro
Brazil
Banco Salvadoreno
Santa Ana
Salvador
May Hermond
Hermosillo
Priority directions suspended by Lovett
Washington January 1 government director Robert S. Lovett ordered the suspension of normal government priority of transportation directions to hasten railroad traffic. Officials say the move will help clearing congested terminals and moving freight more expeditiously by removing thousands of priority orders across departments.
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Washington
Robert S. Lovett
McAdoo
Weather Outlook for Alabama Tonight and Wednesday
Forecast from Washington Ayer Press shows fair conditions in Alabama tonight and Wednesday with temperatures rising gradually from near seasonal lows. Patchy interior areas may see mild temperatures as the week progresses.
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Eres Press
Wabhongton
Alabama
Rangers Ordered to Border to Repel Mexican Raid
Austin Texas January 1 reports say about 80 rangers were dispatched to the Alpine border area to counter alleged Mexican raid plans. Adjutant General Harley ordered the mobilization as details remained unavailable.
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Associated Press
Austin
Tex
Texas Force
Alpine
Harley
Pennsylvania Mines Shut By Frigid Cold On Holiday
Pennsylvania mine operators struggle as extreme cold forces closures of anthracite colleries. Union miners mostly agree to work but unbearable conditions curb output. Railroads abandon schedules and coal shipments from Reading regions become congested. railways try to relieve with commandeered locomotives.
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Associated Press
Philadelphia
Atlantic Seaboard
Reading
Fires Result From Falling Roof Sparks Across City
Fire department responded to several alarms on Monday afternoon with incidents at a light damage frame building at 1069 Government Street owned by J. W. Woolf where roof sparks caused the blaze. A second at 56 Roper Street linked to Dexter Smith with minor damage from roof sparks. A colored Pedal church on South Hamilton Street reported roof sparks and slight damage. At 664 Savannah Street Mrs. KrlL Young owner and W. F. McKeever occupant reported roof sparks and light damage.
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Government Street
J. W. Woolf
Roper Street
Dexter _ Smith
Hamilton Street
Westley
Savannah
Krll. Young
W.F. McKeever
Illinois Kentucky Rail Bridge Opens Across Ohio River
A railroad bridge spanning the Ohio River between Illinois and Kentucky opened on January 1, linking Chicago area rail traffic with southern routes. Officials hailed the structure as a milestone for regional commerce and transportation.
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Illinois - Kentucky
Chicago
Ohio River
Prisoners Ship Half Tobacco Donation to AEF in France
In San Quentin Cal others report prisoners voted to send half of their tobacco allowance to the American Expeditionary Forces in France. The first allotment consisted of two fifty gallon barrels prepared for shipment.
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Associated Press
San Quentin
Cal
Jan
State Prison
France
Phi Chi Fraternity Holds District Convention at Battle House
The Phi Chi medical fraternity opened its district convention at the Battle House with delegates from several states. O L Jenkins of Galveston presided as senior, with a luncheon at 1 pm and a grand banquet planned. Delegates from Texas Alabama and nearby areas registered and attended receptions marking New Year festivities.
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Phi Chi Medical Fraternity
Sven States
Battle House
O. L. Jenkins
Galveston
Texas
Kimbrough
University of Texas
Tex
Aneetees Psi
Portner
Fee Aras
Jotaee
Mobile
Autaville
Ala
HH. L. Jackson
Rem
W. T. Tannant
Roanoke
E. Tucker
Catherine
Thomas
Ash- Ala
Carbon Hill
V. C
Cleveland
Montieth
Nateh Mian
Sy A Yanvey
Tuske
R. Smith
Sessions
Lota Qhap
Gr Pee
Famous Norfolk Hostelry Wrecked by Disastrous Fire
A major fire in Norfolk Virginia destroyed the Famous Hostelry building and three nearby stores after sparks fell on a rail. Upper floors collapsed. lower floors suffered water damage. More than 3250 guests evacuated with two firemen injured. hydrants froze and water pressure was poor before fire was brought under control.
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Norfolk
Japan Plans Loan to Chinese Government for Bank Aid
The Associated Press reports Japan is negotiating a loan of 10,090,000 pounds to China. The move involves Japanese and Russian banking groups forming a syndicate with official support. The loan aims to aid China amid ongoing conflict and stabilization efforts.
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Japan
Peking
Associated Press
China
Tafe
American Congressman Tinkham Fires First Shot at Austria
At an Atlantic port on January 1 Congressman George Tinkham of Massachusetts fired the first American shot toward Austria from an Italian gun aboard a military steamer. He did so as a civilian under the Italian officer in charge and could face execution if captured.
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Atlantic
George Holdennkham Ofssachusetts
Austria
Tinkham Ling
Clemenceau Praises U S Soldiers In New Year Message
Paris January 1 Premier Clemenceau delivers a New Year message expressing confidence in Allied leaders and troops. He credits American soldiers and Russian Maximalists with shaping hope for peace and stresses the need for continued strong efforts toward a straight road to the goal.
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Clemenceau
U. S
Paris
Enéte
Stolen Clothing Report Noted By Police
Police were informed of missing garments including a pair of hose a silk shirt and a coat from an unidentified suspect. Laundry reported loss of two bundles and Koprite atts ae loss of two bundies.
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Pansona Tak
Nate
Retaliatory Actions Stir German Public as Allied Bombing Grows
London reports from the Amsterdam Times correspondent say Allied air raids awaken German opinion to their ruler’s air ruthlessness. Widespread nervousness spreads through exposed areas as Americans plan air invasion, while munition factory explosions disrupt supply and heighten unrest, especially with the frost onset.
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Associated Press
London
Germany
Amsterdam
The
Times
Anxa
Wren
Norfolk in Martal Law as Fires Sweep City
Norfolk declares martial law after a series of explosions and fires. Navy reserves and 200 marines guard wharves and property while fire crews battle blazes at the Monticello Hotel and Granby street stores. Firefighters report one death as roofs collapse and flames threaten downtown.
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Associated Press
Norfolk
Jane Mayo
Jan Lo
Granby
Monticello
Granby Street
Navy
Car
McCoy
Trick No. 2
W. H. Bailey
H. “David T.P. Smith
Wes J. Moore i
Matthews
Fragen
Sengey Montecito
O'Clock
Mayo
Navy Yard
Portsmouth
Chamberlain Ready to Plead Guilty in Brother Slaying
Asa W. Chamberlain, charged with murdering his brother Albert, will plead guilty and seek mercy, with defense arguing a quarrel over a $1400 debt sparked the tragedy. He is to be arraigned in Goochland county circuit court, with his wife visiting him at the jail.
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Associated Press
Richmond
Asa W. Chamberlain
Goochland County Circuit
Albert
Se C. Page
Chamberlain
Hudson River Tunnels Carry Coal Trains Through
Rail traffic moves coal via tunnels beneath the Hudson River, linking Pennsylvania coal districts with markets. The tunnels under the river provide a critical route for freight, connecting major rail lines and supporting regional energy supply.
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Big Hudson
Pennsylvania Railroad
Hudson River
Undefined text due to garbled source
Summary unavailable due to extremely damaged OCR text containing numerous errors and unclear references.
Fragmentary note about a youth and hospital care
A damaged excerpt mentions a boy named Macey Thompson and a hospital scene. The text is garbled, but hints at a golf course incident and a surgical outcome with unclear details and dates.
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Ae Macey Thompson
Young Pleaser de Gah
Robbery Suspect Captured After Escape Attempt
Grady Kelly, a convict from the county camp, escaped from hard labor and was recaptured near Quitman Mississippi. He is said to have stolen an auto in Mobile and had been at the convict camp prior to the pursuit.
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Grady Kelly
Quitman
Miss
Mobile
C. Quitman Kelly
M. Stallwort
James
Kelly
Police
Rotary club Big Brothers visit to prisons yields flowers
The Big Brothers feature of Rotary club contracted to visit city and county prisons. A committee distributed flowers and candy to inmates. Ed J. E. Jr. and Frank M. Backseetee were greeted with smiles for their gifts.
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Big Brothers
Rotary Club
Ed. J. E As, Jr
Frank M. Backesee Tee
No Holiday for Americans in London Row
Fragmentary note reports and argues that there is no holiday for Americans in London amid tension or dislike. The terse text mentions Americans in London and a perceived lack of holiday or recognition.
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Londom
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