Germans Rush Troops to France Reported by Daily Express
Amsterdam correspondent for the Daily Express cites German transport efforts toward the western front with the aim of breaking the Falento Valles line before American forces arrive. A collision of two German ammunition trains last Thursday killed or wounded over a hundred soldiers.
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Onnen
Amsterdam
Daily Express
Germinis Rterbahlie
Orn Fronti
Falento ‘Alles
America
Aviatrix Begins Long San Diego to Sam Fravelscu Flight
In San Diego California on December 1 a aviatrix named Alles Hathesine Stinsany started from the North Island aviation field at 8:06 a.m. aiming for a non stop flight to Sam Fravelscu. The air line distance is about 491 miles and the journey marks a bold solo endurance attempt.
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San Diego
Cali
Sam Fravelscu
Alles Hathesine Stinsany Aviateis
North Ieland Aviation
Washington inquiry probes food price profiteering by merchants
Federal Trade Commission launches wide inquiry into alleged large scale profiteering by wholesale and retail food merchants and brokers. Commissioner Murdoch leads hearings aimed at curbing rising prices, with examples cited of Indiana and Minnesota parties ordering goods to trigger price drops and justify shortages. The probe targets brokers and traders accused of restricting supplies and boosting profits during wartime demand.
Colder Weather Records Hit Ohio Valley in Forty Years
Washington reports the coldest weather in forty years with subzero readings in the Ohio Valley. A brisk cold front brings low temperatures across the Midwest and East as forecasts call for snow in the north and rain in the south through Wednesday.
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Ohio Valley
Rocky Mountains
Weather Bureau
Ghio Valley
Tonnishee
Lake Region
Tha Sont
Middle Atlantic
Staten
Heenay Gulf
Atantie
Tonfeie
Wernosday
Old Soldier Recommendation For Kidney Vitality
Commander Gktay Wangelin of 8 Dart led an advertisement praising Kidney Vila as superior to other tonics. The copy claims the product aids backache rheumatic pains swollen joints and general vitality, advising readers to try it for restoring strength and vigor.
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Gktay Wangelin
Dart
Altaenta
A.rl
Meinerer Veng
Lower jaw of a mammoth found near San Francisco
Fragmentary report notes discovery of a mammoth lower jaw hailed as the only similar specimen in existence. The jaw was dug from the riverbed near a harbor, with authorities confirming its significance and potential link to ancient inhabitants.
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Han Francisco
Polat Jarrow
Barrew Harbor
Soda water famine hits Honolulu as sugar exports soar
In Honolulu the soda water shortage worsens despite record sugar output on Hawaiian lands. Officials warn continued export demand may curb next year’s supply. The leading beverage remains popular among locals, with imported and locally sourced ingredients strained by high sugar use.
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Honghutlu
Honolulu
Sweden
Ang
Concert Tour to Aid Red Cross in Washington
A gift of 100000 dollars to the Red Cross from John Beccarhndes is announced in Washington. The tenor Motaruahel will open a patriotic concert in Washington on December 18, with the President and Mrs. Wilson expected to attend. McCormack praises the fundraiser as a privilege for the Red Cross as the tour continues to support relief efforts.
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Washington
Red Cross
John
McCormack
Otter
Women Doing More Than Their Part
Report notes Red Cross workers in Ogden surpass male peers in charitable efforts. Women are donating more and taking active roles in organizing distributions of food and supplies, with the second Christmas offering highlighting significant community involvement.
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Mivber
Red Cross
Ogden
Christmas aid drive demands patriotism and care
“out diffculty,” said one Red Croga of Gelal thiy quaming. “The men, however, are disappointed. It can be explained only by the fact that the men are too busy for they lack sympathy and understanding with which the hearts and souls of soldiers are endowed. I am not inclined to think he’s lack patriotism—it's merely no overcitison their part.” It is urged that men arrange to donate Christmas boxes filled with cigars, tobacco, playing cards, and comforts to relieve monotony. All packages should be delivered to Mrs. J. Douglas Watson, ground floor of the Nerthonn Hall building, not later than Tuesday noon. The exchange and other organizations are doing great work.
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Gelal
Sormien
J. Douglas Watson
Nerthonn Hall
Bultring
Seter Utau
Dengdong
Sxchagls
Railroads Efficiency and Terminal Cooperation urged
A bulletin from the Railroad War Board outlines efficiency measures for American railroads during the emergency. It promotes shared terminals to expedite freight, reduce time and costs, and cautions against overloading routes. It also advocates smarter routing and use of interurban railways where possible, plus stricter enforcement of mileage and load regulations.
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Traihc
Imie Buttein
Thirteen Negro Soldiers Hanged at Fort Sam Houston
Chief of Staff reports the execution of thirteen soldiers in Houston riot aftermath. Names of the men sentenced to life imprisonment were released alongside the list of those hanged. The formal statement was issued from the headquarters at 2 o'clock by the chief of staff.
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San Antonio
Texas
Fort Sim Ffonston
Houston
William OC. Nesbitt
Larnon J. Brown
Tames Wheatley
Charles W. Baltimore
William Crackenridge
Thomas C. Hawkins
Carlos Snodgrins
Tra D. Davis
James Divins
Frank Johnson
Isley W. Young
Pat MacWhorter
Rmortal
Union elects WA Norwood president in WA affiliate
Members of Local 344, Preanmen's union, met yesterday for the main election of officers. WA Norwood was chosen president with Karl Peterson named vice president Nelson as secretary treasurer and L Rose as sergeant at arms. Other officers elected across city affiliates with the union.
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Preanmen's Union
Norweanil
Yyverema
Jor“Iz
Karl’ Peterson
Nelson
Treasuar
Delinquent City Water Consumers Face Service Denial
The commission ordered mounting collection action for delinquent water accounts with about 130 homes unpaid. Other business included arc light installation on Washington and 35th Street, a fire hydrant request at Van Buren and 27th, and gravel removal from the Ogden River to prevent overflow, amid broader administration concerns for future growth.
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Gly
Ogden River
van Buren
Bricklayers Wanted in Army for France Duty
Washington dispatch reports instructions to enlist as many bricklayers as possible for service in a concentration camp in the south and later in France to work on American airfields. The call stresses enlisting before Friday when the draft age volunteer ban would take effect.
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Washington
Ue South
France
General Petain Confers Honors On Belgian Officers
General Petain, the French commander in chief, conferred the grade of grand officer of the region of honor on General de Cayninck, Me Meleian Minister of war, and on General Te quoy, the Belgian chief of staff. Later, General Vetnin was raised by King Albert, in whose company he reviewed a large force of Belgian troops.
Power of Bon-Opto to Strengthen Weak Eyes Claimed
Philadelphia physicians report Bon-Opto as a real aid for eye weaknesses and glasses wearers. Patients describe restored vision, less eye strain, and even dropping glasses after short use, with testimonials from multiple individuals and a note that the formula is printed on the package.
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Lewis
Evers
Bon-Cota
A. Tt. Mcintyre Brug Co
Utah Idaho Central Railway Name Change Proposal
The Ogden Logan Wake Railway changes its name to Utah Idaho Central Railway pending stockholder vote on December 28. The board approved revisions to the articles of incorporation to reflect the new name Utah Idaho Central Railway Company and updated article text. Meanwhile reports describe Fort Shatter combat drills with infantry, engineers, grenades, machine guns, and barbed wire in a recent exercise.
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Oxden, Lagan & Maho
Ulah-idaha Central Railway Company
Upden, Logan & [Date Railway Company
Ogden, Logan & Wake Railway Company
Tte
Utah Idahe Cental Railway Company
Utah-lMaha
Entral Railroad — Entupany
Yast
Fort Shatter
Irank
Congressional party visits during mimic battle display
Members of the congressional party touring the area observe a mimic battle scene. The visit showcases military displays and local demonstrations as part of a broader tour.
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Congressional Party
Anglo American activity in China urged at Shanghai banquet
A banquet hosted by the American Association in China and the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai saw British Chamber of Commerce chairman Jon Johnstone call for coordinated Anglo American enterprise and trade. American chamber leaders pledged cooperation as Anglo American communities in Peking convened under British and American ministers to advance joint activities.
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China
American Association
American Chamber of Commerce
British Chamber of Commerce of
Shanghai
Jon Johnstone
American Chamber
Peking
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