19 Dec 1916
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Newspaper
Warren Evening Times
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1916
Page
1
Local plans unfold for a public meeting at the Elks Club to honor soldiers soon home from duty. The Sixteenth Army unit is expected to reach aboard trains, with ceremonies and a Christmas reception planned to celebrate their return.
Coroner will convene a jury after an explosion at the Allegheny Steel Tank Car Co plant. A worker named Seph Mathis and others were injured or killed as crews battled flames near a tank. Investigators will determine fault. named jurors include B C Lund Joe Langdon Robert Keuble and RL Chapman.
Washington December 13 The President and Mrs Wilson marked their wedding anniversary with a formal White House observance. The event followed political remarks by Republican leaders prior to adjournment, praising the couple and their partnership while noting ongoing national affairs.
A late report details the sinking of British transport ships by a submarine in the Mediterranean on December 14, with seventeen Americans killed. The disaster includes the loss of the chief officer and other senior crew, with survivors recounting the event and noting American deaths tied to the route near the Suez Canal.
Cleveland reports a grand jury probes a complex matter amid a disrupted event involving cane spirits and beer. Officials seek to determine if embargoed products violated restrictions and whether producers faced penalties or legal action. The inquiry centers on the supply and legality of beverages tied to a London market.
New York stocks edged higher in early afternoon trading after a volatile session. Wheat and corn futures moved as grains softened later, while overall market tone showed renewed activity amid unsettled pressure from earlier losses.
Premier Lloyd-George urged terms be renegotiated while Britain vows a more vigorous effort for victory. The Commons heard Russia Italy stand firm as Germany’s peace proposals were rejected. Officials cited Somme and other battles, with no immediate peace. Italy also expressed hope for peace negotiations under German terms.
Amsterdam dispatch reports a French battleship of 36 000 tons torpedoed in the Mediterranean. A submarine damaged another ship on December 12 near Malta while an armed transport Magneta is mentioned. details include ship tonnage and locations off Sicily and Punic islands.
In New Jersey probate, the will of John Archbold, resident of New Jersey and associated with the Landmark GA Company, is filed. The estate, valued at 86 million, will be divided among his widow and nine children with specific shares noted, with minor items to the widow.
In a perplexing morning account two young men faced execution style events as a German operative was referenced. Witnesses described Stanley Bulatein and Charles Rumen, aged 28, among others, with no visible emotion as the scene unfolded. An apparent electric chair device was noted, and a White Slay liver allegedly escaped by a noted change. More details remained unclear as the incident continued to unfold this afternoon.
Washington December 12 The U S Chamber of Commerce Trade Administration and committees of editors paper manufacturers and firms discuss a plan to relieve current newsprint shortages. Large papers may surrender a portion of 1917 contracts to supply supplies for urgent needs while publishers debate proposal timelines and the scope of reductions. A telegram to publishers requests precise figures on monthly tonnage used, 1917 contracts, and expirations to be submitted for commission review.
Des Not Mean Rejection of Agreement Signed Months Earlier, Mexican position public fallout, American insistence on border patrols, talks falter as Carranza’s gov tacks to war readiness. Delegations debate ratification terms with possible adjournment after New Year. Continued reports warn of further delays and signaling stiffened stances.
A despatch notes General Funston orders sixteen thousand troops to be withdrawn from the Mexican border. The move aims to reduce forces along the border while maintaining a core national guard presence for sunset defense. Details list units and hospital detachments slated for return, with the timing leading into January pending official stages.
News from Dec 18 reports the ren ay corn coal lands near Trout Run to be opened as the Hal Kaul interests plan timber removal and mining. The Trout Run district spans thousands of acres, with timber now scarce and few mills active. Lumber operations in the district have mostly ended, while mines are being started nearby, including a new mine near Eschschwoud and plans to open mines around Ratbun, signaling renewed mineral activity in the area.
Fragmented market story about Christmas trees in Warren homes, referencing local families, church figures, and holiday symbolism. Describes a scene of evergreen displays, spiritual messages, and community devotion as neighbors gather for a seasonal tree sale and celebration. The text mentions local names and phrases evocative of a Christmas pageant and religious motif.
In New York a heated debate arose over abolishing hand cars on the Lehigh Valley line. Engineers warned the moving squads at the end of tracks winded the crew, hindering work. An order for 49 motorized cars was proposed to replace the hand cars and speed maintenance.
A large Masonic temple in Williamsport area burned, with reports of extensive damage to the interior and surrounding structures. Firefighters from Williamsport and nearby towns battled the blaze, while merchants and residents observed the chaos and estimated losses mounted.
A faded item reports a patient named Brennan injured in a facility incident at Fairmount Hospital. The suit valued at 200000 dollars was described though the outcome or final ruling remains undetermined.
Washington reports debate over universal military training and a strengthened National Guard. Generals Wood and Scott warn of a defenseless country without mobilization, while calls for universal service and a stronger federal force clash with state guard maintenance.
A 32 year old man, a well known producer from the region, collapsed and died on a street in the city. Death was due to heart trouble. The incident occurred on December day at a local farminya area.
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