Earthquake in Jamaica Routs Kingston Port Royal Destroyed
Jan 18 Kingston Jamaica reports the earthquake to be the most serious in 250 years. Brick homes collapse and tidal wave fears ease with no wave. Port Royal defenses destroyed and debris fills streets as residents seek safety and aid. Reports describe fires, damaged buildings, and widespread displacement with naval ships aiding relief efforts.
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New York
Azpeelat Dev
Kingston
Eny
Jamaica
Port Royal
Brinch
Four hundred killed in Kingston disaster report
Latest official dispatch from Guan tenamo Cuba via Admiral Evigne to Kingston describes Kingston disaster damage and heavy casualties. Many killed or wounded, hospitals overwhelmed as relief ships Whipple and others return. Widespread fires, debris, and rescue efforts continue with Arcentana and other nationals affected.
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Guantenamo
Cuba
Evgnne
Admin Tarte
Kingsiog
Whipple
Davia
Kingyten
Guentanets
Kingyton
Bandtedt
Arcentana
Jamilan
Kitgsten
Jamra Prreuba
Coast Line Sinking Reported Near Jamaica Harbor
A coastal vessel incident near Jamaica involves flooding along the southern shore and ship damage. Officials indicate water levels rising, with the Navy confirming a reconnaissance message about the Kla gatoa area now submerged and the area remaining under water as the situation develops.
Earthquake Felt Across City By The River Inn
A quake rattled WTalian City early morning, with tremors reported at the Inn at lapts and surrounding blocks. No injuries or major damage noted, though some paneled areas showed cracks and residents reported fear and brief power interruptions. The epicenter appears near southern Carnie-Alts close to Tanissento, IL 3 ta.
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Tolenerry
Carnie - Alts
Tanissento
Uae
City Newswire Tale Of Destruction In New York
Fragmentary dispatches describe a city heavily damaged with reports of injuries and ongoing efforts to restore order. Wires from wire services mention officials and security measures as authorities assess the extent of destruction and the status of residents.
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Dan
Guanstanaas
Cada
New York Tribune
Key Wee
Saya Ainilay
Uvane Hue
Cable Service Impaired Report From New York
Fragmentary OCR describes a cable service issue affecting Western Vali Totowa and related telecom actions between Fingrion Jamaica and nearby regions. The text is garbled but mentions outages, potential repairs, and a vote or decision affecting service restoration.
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Canon Vettel
Fingrion
Jamaica
Tee
Pete Craesh
Furala
Geland
Mangitor Site Report Amid Unclear Local Notices
Fragmentary OCR notes reference Wanktom at Mangitor and nearby sites with unclear details about fees, index references, and a casualty note. The text mentions Virkton, Eight White, and a supper event, but lacks coherent events or names.
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Teeth Tigers
Ptatea
the United
Virkton
Kingston Earthquake Strikes Island Amid War News
Reports describe Kingston devastated by a powerful earthquake with many killed and injured. American ships mass near Guantanamo as Rear Admiral Evans coordinates aid, while Kingston hospital and water supply face severe strain. widespread chaos and looting attempts halt by troops.
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Evans
Fragmentary political note on Republican Senate stance
Fragmented OCR hints at Republican senators tied to a conference, urging support for a particular measure. Mentions Barkhur amendment and Petragh, but text is garbled, leaving unclear names, dates, and outcomes.
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Epublica Senatney
Barkhur
Petragh
Imperial Farmers Organize In Imperial Col
Imperial, Col. Jab. and 3 companies formed the Imperial Valley Water Works Association after a meeting of ten directors. They rejected ten dirottors and passed a resolution to transfer irrigation to a reclamative service, with plans to cooperate with or purchase the system to protect private property and the desert lands.
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Imperial
Pengean Valley Water Weers Association
Pasard Tavera
New York Infant Mortality Debate at City League
Jan 18 discussion before the Woman's Municipal League cites high infant death rates in New York. Speakers note about 26 deaths per day and 206 yearly deaths for the city under five, urging action and reflection on Nathan Trace’s philanthropic effort in addressing the issue.
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Mick Problac
Woman's Municipal League
Wiltings
Alita
Ely
Agra
Avery Cue
Nathan Trace
Horrors of the Famine in China Signal Widespread Suffering
A Shanghai Echo correspondent reports central China famine scenes with starving families, refugees and displaced children. Food aid from sanctuaries is exhausted. cannibalism claimed as a brutal consequence in famine districts. Observers describe extreme hunger turning desperate acts.
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Esen Foley
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United Mine Workers Convention Demands Reform
An Indianapolis report notes a United Mine Workers convention adopting a resolution urging creation of a department of finance and commerce to regulate employment and permit safer conditions, with members pressing for action on labor protections and standard reforms.
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Ind
Dan Ko- Th
Enargeen of Commerce
Address to Catholics and Navy Plans Highlight Local Debates
Fragmentary OCR note references Catholics and Navy plans, with stray phrases about work, permits, and applications. Mentions Monin and Jab Tekin, and a partial plan or meeting context. Details are unclear, but suggests local civic or organizational discussions including religious and military topics.
Levee Break Threatens Shawneetown and Nearby Towns
Historic flooding fears rise as the Ohio River level climbs near Shawneetown, Illinois. Water reaches three feet and rises. stores are abandoned and residents evacuated. Officials arrange relief, with Adjutant General directing supplies. Ahawneetown braces for further damage as dike systems fail and destruction from prior fires haunts the area.
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Springeld
Nts
Ohio River
Kingston disaster wireless message details and naval scrutiny
A Norfolk wireless message report describes intercepted naval communications about the Kingston disaster, including casualty figures and uncertain content. It notes officials deem both messages official and confidential, with verification attempts and subsequent press inquiries about the naval response and leadership.
Lead Pipe Beetle Menace Reported in Packing Plants
A factory dispatch describes unidentified larvae feeding on lead pipes and electric wiring at Chicago packing plants. The wormlike creatures drill through lead tubes, compromise insulation, and threaten water supply and electrical systems, alarming underwriters and plant managers.
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Fred 4
V. Stitt
Northern Pacific Road Plan Proposal Emerges
North Yakima January 18 Vice President Levy of the Northern Pacific wrote witnesses to the Northwest concerning a proposed dense rail corridor. He outlined a plan to build a double track line across the state from Spokane to Milwaukee and St Paul era routes, with funding and timing aimed to start near October.
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Wark
Northern Pacific
Nort
Wey
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Spokahea
Milwather
At. Paul
Noh
Beveridge Opposition to US Party Sparks Senate Debate
A fragmented report describes Beveridge opposing a US party stance in a Senate dispute. The piece mentions Sen Dick and Sen Warner, noting counterclaims and immediate political maneuvering as the contest unfolds.
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Beveridge
Blackburn amendment sparks debate on race question table
In a heated session Republican aides pressed for unanimous action to address the race question. Opponents sought to amend the Clackbore provision and insist on a full Inventization, aiming to bring the issue to the table for broader discussion.
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Chamber
Blaze Heywood League to Protest Persecution in Idaho Murder Case
In Portland on February 17 a blaze of protest is planned by the Moyer Heywood and Foulbourne cases. The local group will align with the national TRIB organization to denounce what they call persecution of the defendants, with literature distributed and funds raised for their defense in the Mozer Heywood matter.
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Unclear entry reports a death and political ties
A man reportedly killed himself last night near a railway or road junction. Police believe the incident may be accidental or linked to political turmoil involving Dorlingtas and officials named Harrie and Fallort, with past associations spanning eight years.
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Nothing to Fear in Old Age Speech at Clover Club Dinner
A Philadelphia despatch reports Col. H. McClure at the Clover Club's anniversary dinner saying aging is not to be feared. He recalled Carnegie's remark on wealth and life, noting fear of death is less daunting than clinging to life without purpose.
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Clover Club
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H. McCiera
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Demand Jury Trial in Regicide Charter Case
Fragmented OCR notes describe arguments on jury trial rights in a regicide charter case. References to hearing near Foliture Ni guna and Ferrer, proponents for provincial to federal authority, and debates over whether the king is a state representative. Proceedings reserved for a week, with undecided outcome and potential delay.
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Niguna
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Fragmented report on a Newcastle style raid and arrests
Chaotic OCR fragment describes a confrontation involving multiple named figures and a police raid at Martasso Sunday. Mentions a court paper titled Riecussion and looming actions by authorities, with unclear dates and participants.
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