Ford Expedition Aims to End War Despite Setbacks
British loss of half a million men looms as the Ford peace expedition proceeds from Bergen to New York with Henry Ford aboard. Ford signals continuation of peacetime efforts under Woman’s literature and aviation leaders as religious figures and officials are named to lead the mission. The venture hinges on publicity and support to sustain the drive beyond Europe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christiania
Henry Pond
Suile
Bergen
New York
Ford
Litera Honri Peage
Manuel Margin
St. Paul's Cathedral
Europe
Alwa
Daoretty
Oscar IL
Mhrivtiantal
Clertethetla
AL Horgen Ford
Joindeau
Denver
Jenkin Jones
Chien
John Barry
San Franchco
Bethea
South Carolina
Laie Lochner
Better Citizenship Urgency Flagged by Senator Lewis
In Philadelphia on December 24, Senator Junes Hamilton Lewis of Illinois denounced alleged dissonance between native born Americans and immigrant groups. He blamed unrest on wealth and power, urging restraint and calling for justice for immigrants while warning against anarchy. The speech premised on national harmony and warned readers of rising class tensions and anti-foreign sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelimhia
Dee
Winon
Junes Hamilton Lewis
Hilnain
Wissat
Binator Lewis
New Regioas Society of
Pennsylvania
America
Pratn
Order of Universal Aes
Santa Claus Letters Show Big Toy Wish List
Santa Claus letters from Tonopah reveal a childlike mix of requests and hopeful messages. Roy writes to Santa asking for gifts and kindness, while local officials respond warmly promising visits and plenty of good things for good boys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fania Claue
Santa
Tonopah
Evans
Sant Chane
Denk Roy
Tal
Christmas Service at Presbyterian Church
The Presbyterian Church invites all to a Christmas service at 7 30 pm featuring songs solos and readings. Blessings and a sermon on Glad Tidings follow. choir director Prof Kynine and Mrs A R Neth perform. Rev Ralph Hays presides and readers hope for a full turnout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Bille
Christman
Crntique de Noel
Adar
Mire Ross
Low Angele
Parks
Fale
Kynine
Salo
A. R
Bonanza Forge to Celebrate Christmas Funeral for Joseph Fleming
The funeral of the late Joseph Fleming took place yesterday afternoon at 3 30 Interment was in Tonopah There will be none of the primetery Christian service conducted Pallbearers named F. Williams J McLean Sam Saintman J A Metaughin and others The paper extends heartfelt wishes to readers and patrons for the holiday season and future year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph i Piiming
Tonopah
Christian Selene Secvioan
Russell Willams
J. McLean
Sam
Ceintman
Airdone Cherie Eva Adisianian Free Adisonian Event
An Elven donation by Une Teoyal J Order of Moose invites everyone to a free community gathering at 11 o'clock. A prize draw will offer a turkey and pasta dish as part of the fun in a neighborhood event hosted by local groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Une Teoyal
Moose
Turkey
Socialists Seek Peace as War Casualties Rise in Britain
In London on December 24 Premier Asquith disclosed total British war deaths and casualties at 528,227, with 119,024 killed and the rest wounded or missing. Socialist leaders from belligerent nations met at The Hague to discuss steps toward a possible truce, while Allied actions and fronts faced shifting positions and reports from Berlin and Rotterdam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Preas
London
Asquith
Mary
Hague
Austria Says Ready to Meet U S Terms
An overseas report claims Austria will meet U S terms if necessary to preserve good relations. The correspondent notes Vienna may accept conditions seen as prejudicial to Austria’s honor, with Germany also willing to cooperate to keep ties with the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austria
Ttrens
Acutria
Germany
United States
Second Christmas of War Celebrated Across England
London reports mark the second Christmas of the war devoted to soldiers. Over 1.5 million care packages sent to the front. six special trains and four channel boats used to move troops. German prisoners in England participate in celebrations, while Cobweb bar owners gift a practical holiday item. Juley Smith of the Bute Theatre enjoys improved business amid new scents from incense and cigars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Goldivey
Cote
England
Juley Smith
Bute Theater
Botanea
Tonopah Mining Co Remembers Employees With Token Checks
Tonopah Mining Co of Nevada sent checks of 75 cents to employees with a year or more of service as a token of remembrance. The dispatch notes a Muscalana dance at Abdomo Saturday night with free admission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anniiniaston
Tonopat Mining Company of
Nevada
Iim
Roosevelt's Name to Go on the Ballot
A petition to place Franklin D. Roosevelt on Michigan's presidential primary ballot gains traction. Signatures largely come from Detroit as ex Progressives shift toward Republican options. A separate note advertises a Loyal Order of Moose dance at the Airdome with a prize turkey at 11 PM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Lansing
Midh
Michigan
Prov Krotive Party
Wac Med
Detroit
Nives
Republ
Christmas Good Cheer at Bonanza Office
The Bonanza acknowledges a gift basket of wine from Tonopah Liquor Co. Members toast the health of proprietors Meserm Alleman and Taylor. Admission is free for a Mustelana dance at the Airdome Auditorium.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bonanza
Tonopah! Liquor Company
Meserm
Alleman
Taylor
Christmas Festival Preparations in Tonopah and Nye County
The Tonopah Nye county committee to organize a large community Christmas celebration met at the Airdome to finalize decorations and tie up loose ends. They aim to entertain the greatest crowd of children from a 40 mile radius, with rides home after the event. The program includes a Town band serenade, Mother Goose’s Christmas Visit, Santa Claus, band selections, and candy distribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tonopah
Nye County
Airdome
Nevada
Evans
Inquiry to probe Yasuka Maru sinking in Mediterranean
The United States will open an inquiry into the sinking of the Japanese liner Yasuka Maru in the Mediterranean. If reports prove true that the ship was torpedoed without warning by an Austrian submarine, diplomatic exchanges with Austria will rise and demands will be made to abandon submarine warfare without warning. The inquiry centers on whether an American passenger was aboard and whether the lifeboat passenger was endangered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Mediterranean
United States
State Department
Austria
Miade Oy
Mhy Anuuodated
Henry Ford funds peace expedition with 270000 dollars
AP reports Henry Ford offered about 270000 dollars to back a peace mission in Copenhagen. He left after officials refused cooperation and the parties remained at loggerheads. The Scandinavian-Pacific flight reserved stance followed, and Ford broke down when all official doors closed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
My Anuuociated
London
Copenhagen
Women in startling role at three Reading depots
London dispatch reports women now staff three Reading horse depots performing military stables work. They groom horses and ride with hounds, acting as partners to men in a surprising wartime duty. This early example highlights women adopting active roles in equestrian tasks within the war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Gifts Distributed By Robeits Brothers Loan Donation
A committer group including Superintendent Dilworth Rev RW Ray lon and Willa Young distributed a loan donation wired today by Robeits Brothers to beneficiaries. The event marked a formal transfer of funds for community aid and relief measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dilworth
Rev
Raylon
Willa Young
Robelts Bros
Ebib
Villistas Confiscate Hearst Property in Mexico
Dec 3. J M Darker and M C Quijads report from the WOR ranch that Ville forces have seized Hearst property. Looting is noted. four Americans at the ranch are prisoners. General Obregon prepares to assume control of surrendered Villa territory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emerson
J. M. Darker
M. C. Quijads
WOR
Ville
Hearst
Jumiéa Tsquiet
Obregon
Carranza
Villa
Attorney Griffin Sues for Fee in District Court
Attorney Wm Griffin filed a suit in district court seeking $426 in fees from Captain J P Donnelley acting for A H Smith et al and George A Cole as state controller. The action relates to a $6000 Governor Oddie reward for Indian Miles and his band. The court ordered payment to the defendants and the funds are held by Controller Cole awaiting release once Griffin’s suit is resolved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Griffin
District Court
J. P. Donnelley
A. BH. Smith
George A. Cole
Oddie
Indian Miles
Cole
Griffin Ie
Cargon News
Handsome calendars distributed by Nevada Sheet Metal
The Bonanza notes receipt of handsome calendars being distributed by the Nevada Sheet Metal Company Incorporated. The calendars are described as works of art and are being circulated locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nevada Sheet Metal Company, Incorporated
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Justion
Ander Clasen
Santa Glaus
Presbyterian Church
Joseph E. Fleming
Bonanza Forge
U. S
Menirs
Manion & Clifford
Tonopah Mining CO
Abdomo
Ldey Nigit
Ade
Order OF Moose
Villistas
General Obregon
Griffin
Butler Theatre
Carmen
Theda Bara
Sidney Drew
Charlie Chaplin
MR. and
Mrs. Sidney Drew
Elsie Janis
Ight
Life
Sante
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