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Newspaper
Warren Evening Times
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1916
Page
1
Amid dispatches from London and Washington, Lloyd George signals firm Allied unity as the German peace terms are debated. The premier indicates prepared amendments, stressing continued cooperation with Canada and the United States toward a broad postwar settlement.
A Massachusetts election results show the liquor license question passing by a wide margin with 80,869 in favor and 29,907 against. George WHE led opposition with 46,129 votes while 31,577 opposed. The campaign drew heavy union involvement and large voter turnout across districts. Reverend William A. Sundar led evangelical efforts at campaign events and the state’s labor groups mobilized workers to polling places.
Buffalo December 21 The death sentence sought for Joan Edwin Telper in the murder case. District Attorney Gay B. Moore announced the move to the jury today. The case involves a streamed tragedy that has unsettled the community and drawn local attention.
Directors of the Chamber of Commerce heard a noon meeting proposal to launch a "Biggie Membership" drive aided by the Bureau of American Industry. Braddock outlined aims to expand dues income, create a working membership, and provide advisory support for three years.
El Paso December 20 It was admitted by General George Jr that a round table plan had been drawn by over 200 men of the night office infantry protesting camp guard The plan was intercepted en route toonto It was noted to the commanding officer of the regiment The plan followed the alleged death of Private Hadney at the base hospital The claim says the death was used by interrogators in the guard house while the Ohio camp remains under review.
Washington dispatches report cautious optimism over a potential pause in hostilities as Premier Lloyd George hints at further parley while German diplomats in Washington show willingness to discuss terms. Officials stress any overt moves are premature but note exchanges may occur without immediate steps toward settlement.
In Portua St2ip the Princess Chimay death is reported amid a note on employment agents. The article references a Detroit shipbuilder and a Wall Street sourced plan for work in land and claw, with a consul request and state department employment clearance routes.
Rescue crews work at a Pa school after a boiler blast entombs seven to nine workers. Officials believe several are buried in rubble with some already identified as dead or injured while others are unaccounted.
Coroner reports a deadly explosion at a West Bend car plant when a dome-shaped head on a manhole tank failed. Witnesses recalled hearing a blast and seeing debris as workers, including Archibald Fammacher and Mathis, attempted to evacuate. Officials investigated safety valves and pressure readings, noting prior concerns about tank maintenance.
Carol singers split into four city sections with leaders named Ralph ONeil and others guiding performances on Sunday eve. Rehearsal planned at the Miss Webb building Thursday evening. offerings to Byrne-Hiet Fund benefiting those in need.
A broken rail derailed a train near the Georgia Contra area injuring twelve passengers and killing one. Emergency crews responded as investigators began examining the wreckage and securing the site.
A large fire swept through the J B Allen department store in Atlanta today, halting business across the district and causing estimated losses around $200,000. Fire crews battled the blaze, with authorities investigating the cause as smoke and flames enveloped the retail district. Local officials urged calm as businesses assess damage and workers await updates on reopening plans.
George Priestley former War correspondent speaks in Philadelphia after returning from Europe discussing Allied resolve and English appetite for peace on their terms. He notes French faith in victory and the Allies’ eagerness to gain favorable terms for a decisive end to the war.
The article reports on upcoming Supreme Court review that will influence whether the group Otherhood can proceed. It cites Justice Chambers and references the Board of Mediation and Conciliation as sources. The piece notes potential immediate steps depending on the court’s ruling.
A British authority survivor recounts the capture of a widow during the rebellion. She refuses to name the vesac and asserts she will inform the American about her husband’s death.
OCR fragments describe prices, groceries, and seasonal goods with fluctuating costs. Mentions of creamery, pork, cabbage, and potatoes with varying quotes and regional references. notes about supply, freight, and consumer costs across locations and dates.
A 1916 telegram from Major General Thomas J. Stoware to Dr. Joseph Dusifort warns that departure dates for a unit cannot occur before January 1 and may be postponed beyond mid January. It details travel times from El Tara to home stations and requests coordination with El Tara and Tuether information to adjust company movements.
Paris dispatch reports spirited engagements at Chambrettes and Louvemen with naval and artillery action. Verdun area sees heavy bombardment as a steamer sinks and British forces claim losses and prisoner captures. Reports from London note naval engagements and a burst of activity as forces clash and retreat.
Washington reports Secretary Baker testifies before the House committee on universal military service, weighing public readiness, national defense needs, and the national guard. He cites obligation to serve and signals openness to compulsory service questions, with personal views mixed and ongoing debate in Congress.
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