Mexican Agent Is Called Home
Eliseo Arrendondo Carranza ambassador des ignate said good bye to Secretary Lansing and will depart tonight for Mexico City. Carranza withdrew him in response to a Mexican-American protocol dispute and Villa followers captured Sabinas Hidalgo with no reported casualties.
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Washington
Eliseo Arredondo
Carranza
Lansing
Mexico City
Arredondo
Villa
Laredo
vVilla
Sabinas
Hidalgo
Villa I'Dama
Coffin Files New Claim Against State Over Expenses
Boise January 2 Attorney T C Coffin has filed a claim with the state board of examiners for more than 1100 in expenses incurred preparing evidence for the O V Allen bond case. The claim was postponed with others and will be reconsidered by the new board of examiners. The supreme court ruled Coffin could not collect these expenses from the judgment against National Surety.
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Boise
T. C. Coffin
State Board of Examiners
O. V. Allen
J. H. Peterson
Alexander
Board of Examiners
Coffin
Supreme Court
National Surety Company
Senator Shafroth Proposes 13th Farm Loan District
Senator Shafroth introduces a bill to create the thirteenth farm loan district including Colorado Wyoming Utah and New Mexico. The act would locate the bank in Denver to serve adjacent territory.
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Washington
Federal Farm Loan Board
Colorado
Shafroth
Thirteenth Farm Loan District
Wyoming
Utah
New Mexico
Denver
Repudiation of Old Treaty by Turkey Reported
Ambassador Elkus relayed a Turkish semi official article claiming Turkey repudiates the guardianship created by the 1856 Paris and 1878 Berlin treaties. The move, if real, could allow Turkey to enter a peace conference as an independent power. The United States takes no action as it is not a party to the treaties.
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Washington
Elkus
Constantinople
Turkey
Paris
Berlin
United States
Spaniards Fully Over It Report Denounces Wilson Note
Madrid reports that the Germanophile newspaper will be prosecuted for printing a diplomatic note calling President Wilson's message a severe reason for Spain. The oblique reference signals ongoing tension between Spain and the central empires amid world affairs.
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Madrid
Jen
Germanophile
Wilson
Spain
Experience Knows No Deadline
Chicago announces a committee chaired by Benjamin Rosenthal has secured employment for men aged forty-five to sixty-five. He says nearly all capable applicants found work, and notes recent newspaper ads seeking men over forty-five.
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Chicago
Benjamin Rosenthal
Rosenthal
Nass linked to Empey murder and other crimes in Idaho
Edward Nass, held in Hailey for the murder of Alice Empey and assault on a young woman, is reportedly connected to a Lemhi county rape case. Detective May says Nass admitted being in Ammon the morning the child vanished and disputes his name variant Ness. Authorities cite ongoing investigations into additional outrages.
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Edward Nass
Hailey
Little Alice Empey
Snake River Desert
S. May
Revelare
Lemhi
Nass
Alice Empey
Ammon
Idaho Falls
May
Ness
Empey
the Tribune
Foreman Hellmich Arrested on Obscene Letter Charge
Fred L. Hellmich a foreman at the Short Line shops residing at 1574 Roosevelt Avenue was arrested Saturday evening by federal authorities for sending an obscene letter to his sister in law Minnie Mitkley. He is in county jail awaiting bail and admits writing the letter. The case stems from a letter delivered by Mitkley at Wilkinsburg Pennsylvania and investigated by postal officials and Federal Officer Arbuckle.
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Fred L. Hellmich
Roosevelt Avenue
Minnie Mitkley
Heilmich
Mitley
Wilkinsburg
United States
Turner
Helimich
Tribune
Hellmich
Arbuckle
Catts Takes Office in Florida
In Tallahassee on January 2 Rev Sidney J Catts was formally installed as governor after a spirited independent campaign. The inauguration drew a large crowd and featured traditional pageantry surrounding the oath of office for the Florida governor.
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Tallahassee
Fla
Sidney J. Catts
Florida
Commonwealth
Adams to preside Colorado Senate
Denver reports Democratic senate caucuses elected Senator W. H. Adams president pro-tem and named patronage and committee panels. The party holds a slim majority of one pending arrival of Senator Hilton from Cedar Rapids before organization tomorrow.
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Denver
Senate
W. H. Adams
Hilton
Cedar Rapids
Daylight Saving Plan Split by American Astronomical Society
A committee of the American Astronomical Society reports divided opinion on daylight saving time. The group evaluated the plan to set clocks forward to save daylight, highlighting the lack of consensus among members.
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New York
American Astronomical Society
Wheat Marketing Closes Mixed on Chicago Market
Wheat futures finish session with May at 1.79 and corn at 4%. Prices show modest moves as traders weigh supply signals and demand outlook in early January trading.
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Chicago
Country Club Proposed for Pocatello Heights Area
O D Van Buskirk of the Pocatello Heights company described a planned country club at Pocatello Heights offering a modern golf course, tennis courts, and a log cabin style clubhouse with social rooms. He envisions a premier residential district with affordable property prices and natural surroundings to attract families and residents.
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O. D. van Buskirk
Pocatello Heights
Tribune
Pocatello
Mr. van Buskirk
Idaho
Bootleg Whiskey Hidden in Immigrant Shipments Seized
In a Portneuf to Pocatello bootlegging probe, a box car carrying supposed new arrivals was found to house forty seven sacks of whiskey totaling around 700 to 1,175 bottles. Officers pursued two suspects, Steve Adams known as the Kaiser and George Jeffries, who fled as deputies moved to arrest them.
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Pocatello
Portneuf
Cooper
Hartvigsen
Wheeler
Garbett
Steve Adams
Kaiser
George Jeffries
Ogden
Hunt Tries to Hold Governor's Office in Arizona Crisis
In Phoenix the Democratic claimant G W P Hunt disputes Republican Thomas E Campbell's inauguration as Arizona governor. A contested handover, writs of mandamus, and legal battles loom as Campbell asserts the de facto rule while Hunt fights to retain the office and access to state papers.
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Phoenix
Ariz
G. W. P. Hunt
Arizona
Thomas E. Campbell
Leroy Ladd
Hunt
Campbell
Applon
Supreme Court
Fire devastates Valdez business district and docks
Valdez Alaska reports a citywide blaze starting in the business section. Firefighters battle flames as docks risk exposure and surrounding structures remain in danger amid the inferno.
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Valdez
Alaska
War and peace rumors shadow Utah court and front lines
Still talk of war and peace rises as still more cases head to court while Judge Gu heen is ill and adjourns sessions. George Mantis faces white slavery charges, Chris Parras seeks witness continuance as two key witnesses are hospitalized. Liquor law cases number about seventy five. Front reports from the Romanian theatre show Mackensen forces striking along Moldavia toward Braile, with Russian and Russo Romanian positions under pressure near Matchin.
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Guheen
George Mantis
Chris Parras
Salt Lake
Ogden
Moldavia
Danube
Braile
Matchin
Petrograd
Berlin
Evi Dently
Sereth
GOT A JOB
Secretary Redfield assigns Captain Charles Yates of the coast geodetic survey to assist in the preliminary organization of a new shipping board.
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Washington
Redfield
Charles Yates
The
Coast Geodetic Survey
New Year Celebrations Informal Across Poca tello Area
Residents marked the New Year with informal gatherings at home and small venues as holiday dances and services wrapped up. Major events included dancing at Book Store Pharmacy and the mozga nine floor, watch services at churches, and a large Elks dance at Antlers hall for members and families.
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Pocatello
Roe Ear
Book Store Pharmacy
Mask
Fire Department
the Elks
Antlers Hall
Brotherhood
National Bank Condition Call Issued by Comptroller
The comptroller of the currency issued a call for the condition of national banks at the close of business December 31. This national report seeks detailed financial data from banks nationwide for assessment of solvency and stability.
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National Bank
Washington
Comptroller of the Currency
House Bill Seeks Postal Rate Hike and Penny Postage
Washington notes report a House post office appropriation plan endorsing higher rates on newspapers and other second class matter, establishing penny postage for local letters, and tightening penalties for liquor shipments. The measure aims to update postal system charges and enforcement.
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Washington
Senator Hitchcock Peace Note Endorsement Delayed
Washington January 2 The Senate discussed Senator Hitchcock's resolution to endorse President Wilsons peace note and postponed action until tomorrow.
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Washington
Hitchcock
Senate
Wilson
Naval Committee Eyes 400 Million War Bill
The House Naval Committee will begin drafting the naval appropriation bill tomorrow with chairman Padgett aiming for passage by mid January. Initial navy estimates were 379 million dollars but have risen. Padgett hopes to cap the total at 400 million.
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Washington
House Naval Committee
Padgett
Congress
Navy Department
Entente Reply Text to Germany May Go Forward Today
Washington reports that Lansing said the English version of the entente reply to Germany’s peace proposals will likely be sent to the central powers today. The official French text will be sent directly by the American embassy in Paris.
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Washington
Lansing
Germany
Paris
Entente Final Draft Sent to Italy and Russia
London reports the final draft reply to President Wilsons peace note has been approved by France and Great Britain and forwarded to Italy and Russia. No changes expected from those powers, and a note may be handed to the American envoy at Paris by William G. rp. in a short time. All unwrought copper supplies have been requisitioned by the government.
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London
Entente
Wilson
France
Great Britain
Italy
Russia
Paris
William G.rp
Sharp
Panama-California Exposition Closes After Two Years
The Panama-California International Exposition in San Diego ended at midnight after two years of operation. The event received congratulatory telegrams including one from President Wilson to President Davidson.
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San Diego
Calif
Davidson
Wilson
Adamson Bill Will Be More Rigid
Washington hearings opened before the senate interstate commerce committee on President Wilson’s railroad legislation proposals. The plan aims to supplement the Adamson act with arbitration power and measures to prevent strikes and lockouts during disputes. Senator Faulkner voiced willingness to discuss details while AFL secretary Frank Morrison opposed any measure bearing complete authority.
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Washington
Senate Interstate Commerce Committee
Wilson
Faulkner
West Virginia
Frank Morrison
American Federation of Labor
Mystery murder case in Philadelphia linked to watching couple
Police report a homicide in an uptown Philadelphia apartment. The body of Colbert, also known as , was found late Saturday night. A man and woman are under surveillance and arrests are expected today.
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Philadelphia
Colbert
Pocatello Office Shows Strong December Receipts
The Pocatello city office reports December receipts around 7200 dollars, up about 35 percent from prior period. This growth marks a substantial development element for the community and aligns the office with larger cities nationwide.
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Pocatelloe
O'Malley
Copper dull in New York market with quart er quotes
The metal market notes dull activity in New York as electrolytic copper prices slide. First quarter and second quarter copper are listed at 28.50 dollars per unit, with a 2.00 movement indicated.
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New York
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