Balance Squadron Pursuit Amid Adriatic Encounter
Ambiguous report describes a naval clash involving the Balance Squadron and Austrian division starting from Ontineo toward Dura. An official notice notes Austrian ships paraded by warship, amid broader speculation on French occupation and proposed actions in the Aegean and Castylprico regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Adriatic
Ontineo
Dura
Am Hels
Warkhib
Kreneh
Castylprico
Aegean
Knelanl
Pasadena Parade Promises Spectacle For Tournament Of Roses
Pasadena hosts New Year celebration with crowds expected to line Route 66. Officials define parade route from Tournament Park with floats decorated by flowers and banners. Southern California will be represented in the annual pageant as preparations continue for the 27th annual event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pasadena
Wapeetal
Merman Ann
Cal
Lee
Foen
Kilatury
California
Parisian general predicts brighter raid outcomes in capital
A statement to Matin from General Mannmiey, described as a savior of Varley, expresses belief that a raid will brighten the capital without fading. He asserts inquiries into the government supported his view and that the results reflect this.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HHP
Prem 15
Gerad —Tanerad
Michie
Joseph Mannmiey
Belgian Citizens Forced to Buy German Bonds in War Aid
A Belgian company owning communes in France was ordered by German General Von Timing to force Belgian stockholders to subscribe to a German war loan. A Morning Matin correspondent notes Gen von Blwsine sought broad stock transfers, indicating Belgium’s compelled participation in German war finance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PAIS
von Timaing
Bellum
Havee
Matin
Adda
von Blwsine
Kansas Crop Yields Decline Amid Weather Delays
Data from the state Board of Agriculture shows Kansas farm output for 1914 lagging, with total production below prior year levels due to adverse conditions. Secretary Mehler reports the crop figures, noting reductions across key grains and acreage, impacting farmers statewide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DHS
Renart
Mehler
State Board of Aertewhire
Janear
Man Known as Witinne Alias J White Arrested on Prison Bond
A federal prisoner at Carton Penitentiary attempted self harm by inhaling gas in his cell. Identified as Witinne alias J White, he faced prison bond charges and was held pending arrival of authorities from Saint Quentin with recovery unsure.
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Carton Pe
Witinne
J. White
Sat Quentin
Dividend Declared by Jim Butler Company
The Jim Butler Company declared a second dividend of 1 conih at a Philadelphia meeting. No word yet on the cut date or transfer books. The firm has paid $269,200 in dividends, including $17,862 paid in 115, with $718.08% outstanding and a total disbursement of $21,102.40 reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Butler Ton
Philadelphia
Han Pata
Esa
Prohibitionists Seek Party Planks Amid Campaign Turbulence
Disjointed reports describe prohibitionists pressing for party platforms as officials in Indiana and New York discuss candidates and policy lines. A bank robbery in Grant, Oklahoma ends with two suspects shot by a deputy. one man’s recovery remains doubtful as authorities seek local leads.
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Lhusise
Manley
Indiana
Ruler
New York
Richard Motemt
Aialane Engine Powe
Exroy Echo
Massachusetts
Wee
Hign
Texas
Taudher Jones
Walter McFarland
Bank of
Grant
Okla
Jones
McFarland
Wwalier Webb
Canadian Surgeon Arrested At Front In Ottawa Style
A Canadian surgeon was arrested at the front amid political turmoil. The arrest occurred in Ottawa where authorities charged him in a case linked to a noted property recall involving a large stake. The inquiry centers on political implications and potential ties to the recall affair.
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MHL
Brena London
Dec
St cRobert
Sitpeon
Wervin Wits
Fragen
Muriiteby
Sitopon
Pirely Politioat
Examinations Conclude for Teacher Certificatess
The semiannual examination of candidates for teacher certificates will be concluded today by Ro W Haylons and THatefet Deputy Superintendent Anderson. The subjects tested include business forms, penmanship, civics, and theory and methods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ee Ro W. Haylons
Thatefet
Anderson
Austrians Retreat After Battle With Montenegrins
After a day long clash, Austrian forces fell back along part of the front while Montenegrin troops advanced and repelled Austrian assaults near Kaskovagorn Wut, with Austrian retreat continuing despite counterattacks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Petted
Evan Ettinai
Doe
Kaskovagorn
The Emperor's Illness Reveals Medical Secrets
London dispatch reports the emperor suffering a serious illness with neck involvement and a doctors order for confinement. The article notes relief measures and ongoing care as authorities consider next steps in the dynasty.
Move for preservation of peace in western hemisphere
Secretary Lanning proposes a Pan American convention to arbitrate all boundary disputes and curb shipments of war munitions to revolutionists. The plan, backed by the secretary and the president, aims to keep peace in the western hemisphere through a broader international study and cooperation. Ambassador Penfeld of Vienna reports Austria’s reply to the second American note, a three thousand word dispatch not to be released before Saturday.
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Washington
Lanning
United States
Pan Amerean Union
Premiaent
Tome
Titsin
Pat American Scientife Congress
Wonton
An & Part
Penfeld
Vienna
Austria
Ancona
Laning
Penfield
Snow and cold sweep wide areas in December reports
Reports from multiple locations describe cold weather and snowfall across California and Oregon. Temperatures drop to near record lows with 11 below in one valley and snow reported near Portland and in Rutland areas. People note widespread frost and early-season snow impacts across towns including Tule Lake and Yamhill.
Low Temperatures Reported Across North West Regions
Peaked cold fronts push temperatures near or below freezing across Idaho and Montana and eastern Washington. Spokane and Havre report subfreezing readings while Prince Albert in Saskatchewan shows 20 below. Record notes include widespread chill with notable drops in Idaho, Montana, and adjacent provinces.
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Spokane
Wash
Dee
Idaho
Montana
Washington
Kallepell
Havre
Mont
Prince Albert
Saskatchewan
Weather Reading Report From Tonopat Sam Station
Official thermometer readings by the United States observer at Tonopat Sam show noon observations and humidity levels near seven percent today. Data indicates typical daily variability with current metrics noted for local weather.
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United States
Tonopat Sam
Orange Trees Mantled With Snow in Southern California
Dawn revealed a rare sight across Southern California citrus districts as orange trees bore snow amid 22 degree temperatures. Snow fell in Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles area, and in San Bernardino Riverside Altadena Rancho Cucamonga and Moreno Valley regions, melting quickly in warmer spots. Valleys east of Riverside and San Bernardino counties showed white foothills near Pasadena, with rain and scattered flurries reported in several suburbs.
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Los Angeles
California
Citrus Fruit District
Holly Seo
Los An
San Bernardino
Riverside
Altadena
Rinito
Moomington
San Bernardito
Hollywood
Pasadena
Snow blankets higher Riverside County with foot depths
A southern California storm has dropped snow in Riverside County, with Banning and Beaumont reports of about a foot deep in the higher elevations. The blast marks the second such storm in eight years, bringing heavy accumulation and travel disruption to the region.
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Banning
Riverside County
Beaumont
Woman Who Threatened Roosevelt Married in Philadelphia
A woman known for threats against Theodore Roosevelt when he was president, Mrs. Yon Cliusen, married Dr. Francie Donna of Philadelphia. The ceremony followed her release on parole from Middletown State Hospital for the insane on Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Thyon Cliusen
Theodore Roosevelt
Francie Donna
Philadelphia
Donna Wash
Middletown State Hospital
May Amend Jitney Ordinance Amid Mine Vein Progress
The Velvet shaft of the Jumbo Extension company has reached about 60 feet with a promising vein of ore. Cross-cuts at 70 feet connect to the shaft, with another connection planned toward 890 feet. Crews report quartz with intrusions of alaskite. The Reno jitney ordinance may be amended to allow personal bonds for drivers instead of a $10,000 surety, with a decision expected by the next session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jumbo Extension Company
Paloverde
Raluea
Greek steamer Thesanl safe after near Sandy Hook radio
A Greek steamer named Themolontit was reported 100 leagues from Sandy Hook and not in danger after a radio message reached New York authorities. The steamer was described as unharmed and proceeding to sea.
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New York
Theo
Sandy Hook
Solo A
Las Vegas Weighs Federal Building Proposal
In Clark County and Las Vegas residents watch a proposed bill from Congressman Roberts to erect a federal building in Las Vegas. Passage is unlikely this session but may succeed in the next Congress.
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Resiente
Clark County
Particulary
Las Vegas
Roberts
Damage Suit Against Elting Co Settled
Walter Rimes sued Steptoe Valley Smelting and Mining for 60000 damages claiming injuries at the McGill plant. Settlement filed in Carson City court awarded 4000 dollars to White News, finalizing the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Rimes
Steptoe Valley Smelting and Mining Company
McGill
Carson City
Fade Ie
Tonopah Fire Damage Meeting Set At Local Gymnasium
A meeting of the Tonopah fire department will be held this evening in the gymnasium to plan steps to repair damage caused by the fire. Indrawn policy on the building reportedly expired before the blaze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tonopah Ver Hire Department
Seaport Occupied in Albania by Italian Troops
Geneva report states Italian forces occupy the Albanian port of Duras as of December 20, with confirmation of occupation of the seaport at Agavebated. Local fronts and movements are being monitored by observers.
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Agavebated
Geneva
Duras
Promising region gains note on Ke Wie range development
W. J. Beatty owner of the J. J. property at Silver How arrived late from Samp to view plans and tentatively praise recent work. He reports extensive progress on his group and says considerable development is under way along the Ke Wie range.
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W. J. Beatty
Owen
J. J
Silver How
Samp
Minnesota Governor Hammond Dies in Louisiana
Governor Winfield Beott Hammond of Minnesota died in Clinton Louisiana of apoplexy aided by ptomaine poisoning. He departed for the south a week ago for farm work and was inaugurated a year ago after earlier service as a congressman.
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Minnesota
Louisiana
Uy Associated Press
Baton Rouge
Winfield Beott Hammond
Clinton
Associated Press
Paul
Mion
Hammond
South
Tuaped Farm
Eeeze
Mickel
Counties to add party affiliations on 1916 voter rolls
Forty five counties announced plans to provide party affiliations on 1916 registration books. Ten counties remain undecided including Stanislaus Alameda and Placer. The anti party affiliation list includes Santa Clara San Joaquin Lake Imperial Monterey Kern San Benito Mariposa Trinity and San Diego.
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Mrews
Ban Francisco
Noppartinan
Stanthiaun
Alameda
Placer
Santa Clara
Ban Joaquin
Ake
Imperial
Monterey
Kern
San Oom Mariposa
Trinity
Sanaloo
Labor conditions curb immigration to Nordic nations
Scattered reports from Christiania indicate Scandinavian agents have sought skilled laborers abroad for ammunition and saddlery fabrication, but home opportunities remain strong. Only a handful of iron workers left Norway for England for ammunition plants this past month. Strong domestic labor conditions are expected to dampen U S migration this year.
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Christiania
Norway
England
United States
Emperor pardon brings relief to Korean prisoners
The special amnesty proclaimed by Emperor Youhihito causes rejoicing in Korea. About 10,000 convicted people benefit. In Seoul prison, 1466 of 1676 male inmates were pardoned or had sentences commuted.
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Ity Associated Press
Bhoul
Korea
Youhihito
Seoul
Carranza Decree Seeks to Oust Opponents in Mexico
Reports from Mexico City say President Carranza orders removal of officeholders who did not back the constitutional cause. The decree provides vacant posts be filled by loyal supporters, tightening the grip on political power in the republic.
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Laredo
Tex
Mexico City
Carranza
Caune
Candidate Ratnbrook Files for Republican Nomination
Lincoln Neb Dec 20 Henry D Ratnbrook of New York City is registered with the secretary of state as a candidate for the presidential nomination before the Republican primaries. The filing signals an active bid in the party's nominating contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Linclon, Neb
Henry D. Ratnbrook
New York City
Art Frazer Will Be Buried in the East
The remains of the late James A. Fraser formerly a resident of Tonopah and who died recently in Reno will be sent to his old home Montague Prince Edward Island for burial.
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Art Frazer
James A. Fraser
Tonopah
Reno
Montague
Prince Edwards Island
Peace Time Labors Take Up Skeletons In Cemetery
A World War era cemetery in the city has been rearranged by German and French factions to bury unburied bones. Skeletons from 1871 are separated by nation and re-entombed with monuments on opposite sides. Animal bones, notably horses, lay mixed among human remains in the catacomb divisions.
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Guriane Hays
Aes
Red Cross Mission Ends as Belgrade Falls
Vienna reports Dr Edward W Ryan head of the American Red Cross mission in Serbia has arrived from Belgrade with five physicians and five nurses who stayed on duty until Belgrade fell to German and Austrian forces. About two hundred patients remained in the hospital when the mission abandoned the city. Dr Ryan chose not to remain under the new conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vienna
Edward W. Ityan
Red Croa
Serbia
Belgrade
Germany
Alont
Ryan
League for Peace Plans World Court League
Papers filed in Albany indicate the Worlds Court league seeks an international court of justice to arbitrate disputes and reduce war risk. Notable directors include Henry Clows Oscar Straus Alton Parker and John Hays Hammond among others.
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Albany
N.Y
World's Court League
International Court of Justice
Aamed
Henry Clows
Oscar 3
Straus
Alton TB. Parker
John Hays Hammond
Big Grocery Burned At Davenport Store
Fire at the Morton Market wholesale grocery in Davenport caused an estimated $175,000 in damage. The blaze began near the elevator motor and the exact cause remains unknown.
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Morton T. Marke
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Wight
Aes Joaquin Valley
Montton
Portland
Oregon
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Harrrsfield
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Roosevelt
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Winfield Scott Hammond
League For Peace
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Alma Belwin
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