20 Jan 1917
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Newspaper
Warren Evening Times
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1917
Page
1
Readers learn of the funeral procession and memorial rites for Admiral George Dewey as military and civilian leaders attend. The ceremony features bugle calls, guards, and a ceremonial cortege, with the casket laid in state and the procession to the tomb at Arlington or national burial grounds.
Fragmented text indicates a report on revenue measures in July. Mentions a Ways and Means subcommittee, approval processes, and proposed provisions affecting inheritance taxes and bond site funds. References to profits, certificates, and interest terms appear garbled with unclear figures and entities.
A tumultuous bank heist unfolds as gang members including Oscar Power and Will Mut Murty Test, linked to a broader crime ring, clash with deputies near Nowaca. After a standoff, three attackers are seized while two escape with others believed connected to the Alluwe area gang. Authorities cordon the scene and pursue suspects as frost and wall structures hinder access.
Fragmentary notes describe two escape attempts from the Great Meadow prison. The second escape involved removing a window grate to gain access to the exterior, with limited readable details about timings and officials.
A brief note states the inquiry was completed yesterday and the commission already has an order for use in probable prosecution machinery. The investigation involved the justice department and gathered information.
Jan 20 report from EOGS Lower Wi details damped fall incidents and sales of a product at 51 rents a dozen. Mentions Brevaltine Whe and five ceare x dozen with references to a Tower incident and a previous year drop of 13 in 1 couta to Youtersorab Oker.
Dispatches from Paso, Tex report American expedition withdrawal plans amid movement of Pershing’s forces. Arrangements to shift freight cars and align ordnance and supplies reflect a strategic pullback, with details moving toward Juarez and Colonia Dublan as tensions ease and diplomatic channels shift.
A dramatic blaze devastated a Seattle theater landmark as fire swept the building. Reports describe smoke and flames racing through the structure early this morning, with damage described as extensive and authorities securing the scene. Investigations continue into the cause and potential injuries.
Fragmented OCR notes discuss Philadelphia newspapers and paper supply starting January 29. Mentions circulation, editor Alred and a waning newsprint supply affecting papers and materials entering the market. The text shows garbled phrasing and lacks complete names or dates.
Lavina Te lor Robineau, a famed circus proprietor and early pioneer, died at 76 in a rural area east of the city. She was the daughter of Yan kee Robineau and spent many years touring with her father as a performer and bareback rider.
Fragmented text describes county projects farmers and community efforts, weather and crop concerns, and potential meetings. Mentions delayed deadlines, state actions, and county officials with many garbled phrases and missing details.
Janciro, Jan. 20. The Ge wun falder with 50 feet of new coating type used by German submarines. The raiders captured 45 prisoners and 6,000 tons of wheat, 4,008 tons of flour, 3,900 horses, 4,000 tons of pine cartridges, 20,000 rolls of hack Ti wave, 9,800 tons of sien Dera and a large garrison of stout.
London reports ongoing heavy fighting on entrenched fronts with artillery duels across Burque Guivent and Ayette-Cerion. Russian assaults near Berlin and Rim come under reporting. Italian artillery supported Rome claims of operations against Garena raiders.
The review praises a stage production titled Bosom Friends at the Library Theatre. Performances by Mrs Krug and Mrs Mather, with a notable cast including Gretel Owen and Anne, entertain an eager crowd. The plot centers on a southeastern journey, a wedding postponement, and a telegram disrupting nuptials, with a focus on romantic comedy and daring theatrics.
American airmen wandered the desert for days after their plane ran low on fuel. They drank radiator water and survived on one orange and two sandwiches per man. Found near the Rosario mountains, they were rescued after a trek of about 250 miles south of the border.
A report describes a serious incident at a public school involving a boy aged around 14 and a firearm. Teachers and the superintendent discuss the pupil's condition, potential special classes, and possible disciplinary action. The school board considers measures as investigators look into the case and note risks to students' safety.
Fragmentary OCR text shows nonsensical words and misreads. no cohesive event, date, or named entities readable to summarize into a proper news item.
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