Proof of Typhus Threat Spreads as Mexican Border Tensions Rise
Twenty five Mormon settlers from Chihuahua arrive at El Paso as health authorities on both sides of the border move to curb typhus. Mexican forces report capturing and executing leader Rodriguez and others, with large troop concentrations at Nuevo Casas Grandes Colonia Dublan and Heargn. Immigration measures include gasoline baths and hot ovens for clothing. General Carranza pledges punishment for killers of American miners near Santa Ysabel.
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Chihuahua
Casas Grandes
United States
Rodriguez
Madera Company, Limited
Carranza
Nuevo Casas
Grandes
Colonia
Dublan
Heargon
Parral
State Department
Mexico
Gavira
Juarez
Jose Rodriguez
Santa Ysabel
Maximo Castillo
Combre
Cuba
Neutral Zone Proposed in Northern Mexico Policy Plan
Washington on January 17 reports Senator Gore proposes a neutral zone in northern Mexico jointly policed by Mexican and U S forces to prevent disorders unless quickly controlled. The plan envisions cooperation between governments to maintain stability in border regions.
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Washington
Mexico
United States
Gore
FIGHTING BIG DRIFTS AT DUBOIS
Weather and heavy snow blocked Montana division trains with drifts. No. 2 Friday stalled near Beaver canyon and backed to Lima. An engine left the track at Dubois depot but two rotaries and a wrecker finally cleared the line. Wind blew gale like, temperatures 30 to 55 degrees below. W. A. Whitney and A. Hinckley returned from Dubois this morning.
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Beaver Canyon
Lima
Dubois
W. A. Whitney
A. ©. Hinckley
Belgian steamer Lille reports fire 195 miles off Digo
A wireless call from the Belgian steamer Lille says it is on fire 195 miles from Digo Spain. The ship sent the distress message while en route to an unknown destination. No further details on crew or rescue actions were provided.
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Spain
Lille
Here
Submarine E-2 explosion blamed on natural causes
Officials probing the submarine E-2 blast say a natural cause is most likely, with four workers dead and ten injured. The inquiry will report to the navy without public release as families and hospitals assess the damage and conditions.
More Thorough Test Planned for Submarine Parts
Washington Jan 17 The Secretary of the Navy Daniel s said batteries, mi nes and other vital submarine parts will be tested more thoroughly in laboratories before use to prevent accidents.
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Washington
Daniels
Edison storage battery not linked to H 2 submarine blast claim
Miller Hutchingen chief engineer for Thomas Edison and naval council member stated the Edison storage battery did not cause yesterday’s explosion aboard the H 2 submarine at the New York navy yard. Rear Admiral Usher oversaw the preliminary inquiry.
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Secretary of the Navy
Washington
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Edison
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New York Navy Yard
Usher
Board of Inquiry
New York
New York Navy
Miller
Ese Hutchingen
Tomas A. Edison
Naval Consul
Nethastel B .Sher
Navy Yard
Record of Extreme Cold Sweeps Across the Nation
A cold wave grips the United States east of the Mississippi, pushing the freezing line toward the Gulf coast and into Florida. Denver and several northern states report subzero temperatures while Cleveland and Chicago endure their coldest days. Strong winds and widespread frost punctuate the frosty pattern from Texas to the Midwest.
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Mississippi
Gulf of Mexico
Ohio River
Florida
Oliver & Co. Moves to West Center Street
Oliver & Co. opens in a new, larger location on West Center street in Pocatello with new groceries, fixtures, and a spacious display area. Fred Hassen, formerly Blyth & Fargo chief book keeper, joins the firm, signaling continued strong customer relations and growth.
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Oliver & Co
West Center Street
Jacobs Fashion Pp
Fred Hassen
Blyth & Fargo
Oliver Grocery Co
Illinois Officials Face Graft Charges in State Funds
Springfield January 17 A circuit court hearing will consider three demurrers by State Treasurers Andrew Russell and James J Brady in response to graft charges filed by Chicago taxpayer J B Fogus. The case alleges knowingly and wilfully irregular payments totaling thousands of dollars from state legislative committee expense funds.
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Ill
Circuit
Andrew Russell
James J. Brady
J. B. Fogus
Chicago
State Legislative Committee
Congress urged to probe usury by national banks
Washington January 17 congressman Howard urged a rules committee inquiry into alleged usurious interest charged by national banks. The plea follows a congressional investigation push, highlighting concerns over bank lending practices and fairness to borrowers.
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Congressional
Rules Committee of the
House
Howard
Oppose Return to Higher Fare In Nebraska Railroads
Lincoln Jan 17 application to enjoin Nebraska railroads from returning to a 3 cent fare was denied by the Supreme Court today. The action sought to prevent a fare increase, with the case heard before the high court.
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Lincoln
Nebraska
Supreme Court
Montenegro War Fatigue Shifts Toward Peace Talks
Washington reports the state workmen compensation act bars court actions by hazardous work victims. In Europe Premier Tisza says Montenegro offered unconditional armistice and peace talks will begin. Turkish front lines retreat as Russia advances in the Caucasus, per official dispatches.
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Inshington
Berlin
Tisza
Montenegro
Caucasus
Constantinople
New Classes Abandoned At Midyear Due To Crowded School
The first semester ends this week as the high school, with 320 students, cannot admit new classes from eighth grade due to crowding. No mid-year classes will begin in public schools this year to avoid overloading the portable facilities. Transfers from other cities may continue if qualified for current grades. Regular exams are underway.
Michigan Wrecker Takes All Blame
Albion Michigan January 17 Henry M Dearing former cashier of Albion National Bank returns to court on forgery charge after serving time for embezzlement. He admits fault for the bank wreck and exonerates his sons and other bank officials while denying misusing funds for relatives.
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Albion, Mich
Henry M. Dearing
Albion National Bank
Leavenworth
Dearing
Albion Bank
Wage Conference Sought After UMW Convention
Indianapolis Jan 17 delegates to the United Mine Workers biennial convention are gathering as officials seek an agreement with central bituminous district operators for a wage conference after adjournment. An interstate joint conference of operators and union miners for the central competitive bituminous district will meet in Mobile Feb 1 to arrange a wage schedule for four districts.
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Indianapolis
United Mine Workers
Mobile
Allies Say Italy Blamed For Montenegrin Defeat
Padua Italy Jan 17 Signor Jelai cabinet minister without portfolio spoke for the government saying it is useless to attribute Montenegrin defeat to Italy. He added that in Serbia the fault was collective and due to the allies ineffective program.
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Padua
Italy
Signor Jelai
Rtfolio
Loveen
Serbia
Belgium Suffers Flood At Belgian Frontiers
Reports from Amsterdam describe heavy flooding in Belgium, especially affecting youth in Flanders. The event is linked to Belgian floods reported along the Dutch frontier.
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London
Amsterdam
Belgium
Flanders
Train Left Track Kills Four in Bronx
Bronx report says four people were killed when a train left the track near the Gate Town area. Cause remains undetermined though preliminary details point to a track mishap and serious injuries were reported.
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Ae Minoin Central Pasee
Gata
Toda
Anthracite Coal Costs 40 Dollars a Ton in Italy
Rome reports coal shortages as cold weather grips the city. Railroads factories and select hotels rely on scarce supplies while American coal remains unsold at seaports. Anthracite now costs 40 dollars per ton due to high freight rates.
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Rome
Bids Opened for Fales Huston Packing Plant North of Town
Bids were opened Saturday for the Fales Huston Packing plant north of Pocatello. A. Mathers won the building contract for 26987 dollars while J F Murray and Pacific Construction submitted higher bids. The well contract also went to Fitzen. Construction to begin soon and promoters report progress.
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Huston Packing Company
Fales-Huston Packing Company
Pocatello
A. Mathers
J. F. Murray
Pacific Construction Company
P Murray
Boe
Fitzen
Wheat market closes with gains and price quotes
Chicago Jan 17 close May wheat at 1.265 per bushel corn up 70c oats up 52c market notes price moves across grain futures with sector activity reported from Chicago trading floor.
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Chicago
Copper firm electrolytic prices in New York market
Copper futures in New York on January 17 held steady with electrolytic copper priced around 24.50 cents a pound.
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Metal Market
New York
Serbians in Italy Arrive With Allied Envoys
Forty members of the Serbian government reached Brindisi from Scutari today, escorted by diplomats of allied powers as accredited by King Peter.
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Italy
Brindisi
Scutari
Peter
Turkish retreat near Kut El Amara reported in Commons
In the Commons, Secretary Chamberlain announced that Turkish forces in Mesopotamia have fallen back within six miles of Kut El Amara. The British reportedly reclaimed the Turkish position at Waddi on Saturday.
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Kut-El-Amara
India
Chamberlain
Waddi
Arizona Strike Ends After Months of Dispute
El Paso Jan 17 official word on the copper miners strike in Arizona is expected this afternoon. The strike began September 11 and involved workers at one of the major companies, with Chas J Bennitt, a company manager, confirming the anticipated settlement.
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el Paso
Arizona
Chas J. Bennitt
Federation to Discuss Matters at National Convention
The National Civic Federation opened its annual convention to discuss preparedness immigration and government regulation of private industry. The women's section began a two day meeting.
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Washington
National Civic Federation
Carranza Protection Question Shapes Mexico Policy
Washington debates U S policy as data for Senate on recognizing Carranza pours in. Carranza pledges to punish Santa Ysabel killers while Americans urge protection and possible troops. Fletcher ambassador nomination stalls amid party disputes over Wilson's response to Fall resolution.
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State Se
Senate
Mexico
Carranza
Fall
Henry Fletcher
State Department
Marranza
C. R. Watson
Santa Ysabel
Chihuahua
Juarez
Hanna
Torreon
Monterey
Henry Prather Fletcher
Wilson
Protection for American lives in Mexico dominates coming week
Watching Mexico Washington January 17 report says securing protection for American life and property in Mexico, revived by the Santa Ysabel murders, is expected to dominate next week’s Congressional proceedings. Issues from the war in Europe are overshadowed as conservation bills and other measures lose attention.
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Washington
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