Romania Under Teuton Pressure as Fronts Close In
Amid German Austro horsemen advancing from west and southwest toward Bucharest, Romanian defenses falter on the Wallachian plains. Flying towns burn behind retreating civilians while Russian aid is unclear. Italians claim progress toward Monastir but Sofia denies gains and reports repulsed attacks. Weather halts major infantry action. heavy artillery fights continue from Riga to Carpathians. Local notes from Indian Trail report Thanksgiving services, church events, and community updates.
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New Emperor Seen as Peace Factor After Francis Joseph Death
Reports from Vienna dispatch say the aging Emperor Francis Joseph’s death could shift mood toward peace. Charles I promises to seek peace with honor. observers doubt warlike aims, expecting central powers to discuss terms at the funeral. A new monarch may influence the war’s path.
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Charles I
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Francis Joseph
Law and Order League of Automobile Owners Formed in New York
A Law and Order League of Automobile Owners has been organized in New York City to curb road abuses. The group will educate members on motoring laws, teach cautious driving, and impose fines before expulsion on rule violations, aiming to improve community safety.
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Law and Order League of Automobile Owners
New York City
Wait and Look Em Over Buy in Western Markets
Our buyer Jim Fowler travels to Western markets to buy brood mares and mules and will return later this week with a good selection of brood mares and horses. Wait and look over this lot before you buy. Wow or Lee.
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Jim Fowler
Or & Lee
Chicago Egg Raids Find Millions in Cold Storage
Health Commissioner Robertson led fifty men to raid six cold storage plants in Chicago. Eggs at Monarch and Chicago Cold Storage Co. totaled tens of millions, many owned by Janes E. Wentz and stored earlier this year. Eggs held for inspection may be released or destroyed. warnings urged households to avoid using eggs until market clears.
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Chicago Dispatch
Janes E. Wentz
Eye King
Weent
Robertson
Monarch
Wentz
Waxhaw Residents Attend Regional Events and Gatherings
Waxhaw notes recount visitors at Gastonia fair last week and Belk managers banquet in Charlotte. Local social rounds include Mary Cunningham hosting a young crowd for Miss Carrie Broom, and various residents visiting relatives in Union and Monroe.
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Journal
Waxhaw
Rena Tillman
Carrie Broom
Murry Clark
Union
Charles McGuirt
Great Falls
J. McGuirt
John Graham
Lake City
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R. T. Sistare
Roy N. Walkup
Monroe
Jack London Ashes Buried at Glen Ellen Ranch Hill
The ashes of author Jack London, who died Wednesday night, were buried today on a hillside at his Glen Ellen ranch Santa Rosa Dispatch reports. By Mrs London’s directions a concrete urn receptacle was prepared on the hill and the ashes placed there without ceremony in the presence of Mrs London, a few neighbors, and the ranch employer.
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Chamber Seeks Slogan Contest and City Improvements
A Monroe chamber board met last Thursday night to approve a $2 prize for the best slogan to grace its stationery with a December 15 deadline. The secretary will route entries, with the winner announced by the 20th for Christmas. Other notes cover Seaboard Air Line Railway plans, cotton platform upgrades, and urging early Christmas buying. The session also discussed promoting new industries and public relation efforts with Charlotte editors. The report closes with the Bank of Union's November 17, 1917 condition showing assets and liabilities verified by officers and notaries.
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Monroe
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Medical Association
Europe Eyes World Peace League Endorsement
Washington dispatch reports officials from Great Britain France and Germany formally backing a world wide league to enforce peace after the war. Messages from Grey Briand and von Bethmann Hollweg read at the New York banquet were discussed by officials, with Wilson seeking a conference to form a peace alliance.
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Washington Dispatch
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Germany
Viscount Grey Pretiler Briand
von Bethmann-Hollweg
New York
Wilson
Rolling Stone film stars Owen Moore and Marguerite Courtot at Key Theatre
Monroe Masons lease Rex Theatre for Thanksgiving benefit. Film presents Edgar Selwyn’s Rolling Stone with stars Owen Moore and Marguerite Courtot and proceeds go to the Masonic Orphanage. Article lists cast and notes on the production, plus local district appointments and a large water leak discovery at the power house.
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Geen Mo
Norma Noggi
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Buck” Ryder
Denman Maley
Jerry” Braden
Alan Ute
Braden
Gretchen Tioman
Mr. Branigan
W. J. Baie
Edgar Selwyn
Norma
Principals Meet On Athletic Contests Rules
A Monroe called meeting of High School and other principals reviewed and approved rules for athletic contests. Marshville Monroe Palonivile and Waxhaw represented. Plans set for three event entries per contestant and 76 percent term attendance and 76 percent scholarship. Basketball rules align with State University and a schedule of December games across Waxhaw Monroe Unionville Marshville Wingate is outlined. Interested schools urged to contact principals. Walter F. McCanless Bee's Athletic Association.
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Marshville
Palonivile
Waxhaw
Waxhaw Va
S. Wax
Marsnyiie
Walter F. McCanless
Bee's Athletic Association
New Lighting System For Statue Of Liberty Planned
Plans were announced for December ceremonies to accept a new lighting system for the Statue of Liberty, funded by public subscription. President Wilson will accept the illumination from the Mayflower, with Secretary Daniels aboard the Dolphin, and a guard of honor from the Atlantic fleet. A reception and banquet will follow in New York. About 50,000 Americans contributed 30,000 dollars for the project.
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Daniels
Dolphin
New York Harbor
Thanksgiving Thought in a November Hymn
A period-era verse reflects gratitude for blessings and urges daily thanks to God. It notes homes in need and the duty to share bounty with others. Authored by nile E Greene from Washaw, R.D. 2, November time frame.
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