Warren Library Association Holds Meeting in New Building
The Warren Library Association convened its annual meeting January 8 in the new building with J P Jefferson away. Edward S Lindsey presided as vice president and C J Crary served as secretary as records showed increased facility use and plans to expand membership.
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Warren Library Association
J. P. Jefferson
Eduard S. Lindsey
Fred Claton
W. H. Jones
Lindsey
Struthers
Warren Academy of Science
Warren County Historical Society
Struthers Library
The
Library Association
Edwards. Lindsey
C. J. Crary
W. F Messner
Board of Control
Ralph W. Stone
W. M. Robertson
Anna G. Rockwell
H. Noyes
W. S. Pierce
D. I Ball
Mysterious Philadelphia Slayings Linked to Atlantic City Suicide
In Atlantic City the man known as Lewis, tied to the Mazie Colbert case in Philadelphia, killed himself with a 22 rifle as detectives sought him for fraud against a taxi driver. The event follows the Colbert murder and ties to a missing diamond ring and possible blackmail scheme.
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Mazie Colbert
Philadelphia
Atlantic City
Lewis
States Avenue
Farley
Tot
Mazie Colts
Grace Roberts
Bernard W. Lewis
Pittsburgh
Miss Colbert
Police Annals
Tate
Pittsburgh Friends Learn of Bernard W. Lewis Suicide Note
Bernard W. Lewis wrote from New York on December 17 asking a friend to protect his wife Laura and daughter Betty after declaring intent to end his life. The letter, received by James S. McFadyan of the Pittsburgh Union Stock Yards, described guilt over past actions and urged care for his family and the daughter.
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Pittsburgh
Bernard W. Lewis
Lewis
Betty
James S. McFadyan
Laura
Laure
Jim
Bernard
Railroads Split Over Eight Hour Day in Adamson Law Saga
Officials report a breakdown in talks between four railroad brotherhoods and managers over implementing an eight hour day with ten hour pay pending the Supreme Court ruling on the Adamson law. Leaders warn that rank and file may trigger strikes, while managers cling to the current pay framework and wage interpretations.
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Toer
Arlay
Uve
United States Supreme Court
Great Brotherhoods
Brotherhood
Congress
Supreme Court
Federal Board of Arbitration
Mer
Story of St Catherine Patron of Old Maids
St Catherine festival on November 25 marks the patron saint of Venice and a widely revered ally of spinsters. Across Europe maidens honor her for marriage blessings with services and flowers, while Milton Abbey was a noted old maids retreat with prayers for a husband.
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Catherine
Venice
England
France
Belgium
Spain
Portugal
Italy
Paris
St. Catherine
Milton Abbey
Great Expectations Dialogue Sparks Tense Wedding Motives
A sharp exchange reveals money as the presumed motive for marriage. She accuses her husband of marrying for wealth, while he candidly admits he believed she would share her riches. The confrontation highlights greed and trust within the union.
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Will Atwood
Extra Session Hinted As Treasury Gaps Loom
Washington leaders fear Congress will not finish business before March 4 and may face an extra session after Wilson’s inauguration. Key issues include a treasury deficit, delayed railroad bills, and possible European peace developments, with bonds proposed to cover part of the funds.
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Washington D. C
Washington
House
Senate
Congress
Wilson
Treasury
Europe
Treasury Department
Panama
New Farm Loan Banks to Open Across Nation
Washington D C January 8 twelve Federal farm loan banks will be established at Springfield Mass Baltimore Md Columbia S C Louisville Ky New Orleans La St Louis Mo St Paul Minn Omaha Neb Wichita Kan Houston Tex Berkeley Cal and Spokane Wash Each bank will have 750 000 capital and loans may exceed the capital by many times Bonds will be issued in small denominations starting at 25 bearing interest about five and a half percent initially The plan keeps banks from tying up all capital and allows continued loan availability
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Washington, D. C
Federal Farm Loan Banks
The
Farm Loan Board
Springfield
Mass
Baltimore
Spokane
Wash
National Guard Regulation Details War Service Plans
A government circular outlines how a National Guard regiment called for war service will form a reserve training battalion from Guard reserves by voluntary enlistment. If reserves fall short, unorganized militia may be drafted to maintain strength. Married men are discouraged from enlisting and officers must swear an oath to obey the President and state governor.
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National Guard
Paper costs trigger rise in magazine prices nationwide
New York reports higher subscription costs as white paper and printing materials grow pricier. Several national magazines announce increases. some smaller NY titles suspend or merge. In Washington, demands to seize mills surface amid calls for government mills to stabilize supply and prices.
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New York
Washington, D. C
Federal Trade Commission
H. J. Blanton
Missouri Press Association
Wilson Not To Send Second Peace Note
The state department in Washington denied reports that President Wilson planned a second peace note. Counselor Polk stated there is no foundation to the claim, and Secretary Lansing declined further comment. The administration fears such reports could influence the entente reply to the first note.
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State Department
Washington
Wilson
Polk
Lansing
War profits of A. total five billion
Ancele Sam reports for 1916 a balance of trade surplus of 5.2 billion dollars from American exports over imports due to World War, with profits expected to rise in 1917 if war continues and trade remains brisk.
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Washington, D. C
Ancele Sam
Kaiser 16 Parley on Allies Terms
Washington reports Germany ready to discuss peace under strict terms. Wilson seeks Congress endorsement as hopes for ending the war fade. German terms demand Belgium independence with limits, compensations, and redrawn borders across Europe.
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Kaiser
Washington
D. C
Jan
Sword
Germany
Wilson
Congress
Spain
Switzerland
Militia to Stay On Mexican Border Indefinitely
The Army’s quartermaster general orders 75,000 National Guard members still in federal service to prepare for an indefinite stay on the Mexican border. The move follows First Chief Carranza’s refusal to ratify a joint protocol, with Carranza demanding withdrawal of American troops as a condition for any treaty. Joint commission talks are to resume in efforts to reach an agreement.
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Washington
Army
National Guard
Carranza
Joint Commission
Pershing
Mexico
Braggadocio Fades as London Showmaker Gains Notice
In a tavern exchange the speaker recalls warnings about his son, who finally wins attention by beginning a venture tied to the London Passing Show. The tale frames pride, risk, and public interest in a rising talent.
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