Washington County Mutual Insurance reports 1918 growth
The Washington County Mutual Insurance Association announced a net gain of 682 377 in risks in force raising totals to 13 574 602 the highest in its 43 year history. Claims paid reached 30 537 24 the largest in a single year. Sidney Coon marked 23 years as secretary guiding steady expansion.
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Washington County Mutual Insurance Association
County Mutual
Sidney Coon
Dee
Association
Methodist Church
C. C. Patterson
Crawford
W. G. Huston
Iowa
G. S. Cummings
Seventy-six
C. O. Greenwood
Washington
Joshua Kennedy
Richland
A. M. Wagner
Righton
J. H. Thompson
Crawford Township
M. BK. DeLong
Washington National Bank
O. CC. Patterson
Cedar
Joe McClelland
Lime Creek
Highland
A. G. Marbourg
J. M. Stone
Oregon
Coon
Mutual Association
Local Good Times Club Meets at Nicholson Home
The Good Times club gathered Thursday at Mrs. Walter Nicholson's home. Red Cross work having ended, present members did fancy work while Victrola music provided entertainment. Refreshments were served, and the next meeting will be hosted by Miss Metta Nelson.
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Good Times
Walter Nicholson
Red Cross
Mise Metta Nelson
Dreaming and crime linked in historical observation
A historical note claims murderers rarely dream. It states that among 1percent of criminals studied 98 percent seldom or never dreamed. The text suggests a inverse relation between criminal severity and dreaming, with larger criminals dreaming less.
Earliest Guide Book on Fortunate Travel 1642
James Howell issued Instructions for Fortaine Travel the first English guidebook, printed in 1642. The work reflects the era’s travel culture and Howell’s reputation as a noted traveler and writer.
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James Howell
Fifteen Influenza Cases in Town Remain Quarantined
Secretary S J Kellogg reports only fifteen influenza cases in Washington with seven homes under quarantine. Several residents including Clare Neiswanger and George Williams stay isolated while four homes were released. A David McCartney case was noted yesterday. A board meeting plans to discuss easing quarantine rules as Dr C W Stewart remains in Chicago awaiting guidance.
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S. J. Kellogg
Board of Health
Washington
Clare Neiswanger
George Williams
Nellie Edwards
B. M. McConaughey
Roy Mallory
Sherd Wilson
David McCartney
Lee McAvoy
D. D. Norton
Robert Guthrie
James Barnett
C. W. Stewart
Chicago
Constance Talmadge Stars in A Lady's Name at Fox
After a two month vacation Constance Talmadge returns in the comedy A Lady's Name from Select Pictures. She plays a buoyant novelist who places an ad for a husband to study applicants. Supporting cast includes Harrison Ford Emory Johnson Vera Doris James Farley and Jilian Leichton with Julia Crawford Ivers on the scenario and Walter Edwards directing.
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Constance Talmadge
Fox Theatre
Cyril Harcourt
Constance
Lewis J. Selznick
Mabel Vere
Mees Talmadee
Harrison Ford
Emory Johnson
Vera Doris
James Farley
Jilian Leichton
Julia Crawford Ivers
Beleet
Paramount Pictures
Walter Edwards
Miss Talmadge
Presbyterians Readied for Chicago Conference of 959 Churches
Local Presbyterians anticipate a two day gathering in Chicago on February 11 and 12 with delegates from 959 churches. A leading layperson a woman and a youth representative from each church will attend. The moderator and church boards will tour major cities to recruit participants and present plans to boost local work under a five year program and joint budget adopted last May.
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Chicago
General Assembly
Presbyterian Church
Presbyterian
Baker Reaches New York to Discuss Harbor Boat Strike
Secretary of War Baker arrived in New York to confer with army transport officials on the harborboat strike and its impact on shipments and supplies. The talks focus on actions to mitigate delays for the army and harbor operations amid the conflict.
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Army
New York
Baker
Arimy Transport
Kerosene Advice for Cleaning Paint from Hands and Clothes
The notice advises using kerosene to remove paint from hands and suggests washing the skin and clothing promptly. It emphasizes immediate action to prevent stains and maintain cleanliness.
Jury Trials Off in District Court as Settlements Eliminate Dockets
Judge Henry Wagner halted all jury trials and adjourned district court until next Monday after attorneys reported all listed jury cases had been settled or continued. The probate and civil calendars show numerous default judgments, continuances, and guardianship or probate actions with hearings scheduled through January 1919.
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Henry Wagner
Wagner
Lamro State Bank
T. J. Simons
Pittsburgh Theological Seminary
Allegheny Theologiaal Seminary
Wellman Savings Bank
C. M. Crossett
K. C. Marr
Will Keiper
Arthur E. Anderson
Harrison H. Rathmel
Fletcher & Crooks
J. H. Anderson
John Riley Collins
Robert Whitticar
M. W. Bailey
H. D. Smith
W. C. Hotle
Kicher
Livingston & Kicher
Lydia R. Kopack
Frank J. Kopack
Hi. Butterfield
Anna Prehodava
George Prehoda
Don P. Brindley
Anna Havel
Frank F. Havel
Magdalena Graber
Court House
J. H. Stewart
John Bain
Charlie Spevacek
Earl Neal
Minor
Lenin Arrest and Bolshevik Split Reported in Swedish Dispatch
Swedish press advices to the state department recount Lenine’s arrest by Trotsky and the alleged establishment of a Soviet government at Petrograd led by Trotzky. The reports credit Lenine’s push to unite with the Bolsheviks for the split among leaders and note Levine confined at the Kremlin.
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Washington
State Department
Lenine
Trotky
Petrograd
Trotzky
Lentne
Jvelsheviks
Levine
Kreml
Unnamed American Steamer in Distress Reported at Sea
A wireless message from an unnamed American steamer in distress in the Atlantic was received via the O S S and S wire. Two Australian destroyers were reported missing after being caught in the same storm,Perrot dispatches indicate.
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London
O. S&s
Atlantic
Dis Justed
Perrot
In the Crush I hugged a girl tightly and crushed cigarettes
A fragment from a dialogue describes a man hugging a girl and crushing cigarettes, with a joking quip asking whose they were. The line conveys social tension and a casual, candid tone.
Four-Eyed Ted Roosevelt Guard Describes His Pep
Capt. Herbert Gerry, Roosevelt bodyguard from 1903 to 1906, recalls the late president's energy and humor. He cites Roosevelt boxing with a sergeant, riding the Wyoming bronco at the White House, and earning Sioux admiration as an honorary chief. Gerry spoke in Des Moines during a business trip.
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Theodore Roosevelt
United States
North Dakota
Ted
Des Moines
Herbert F&f. Gerry
Roosevelt
Mr. Gerry
Washington
Oyster Bay
Dakota
Gerry
Mr. Bear
White House
Teddy
Wyoming
Lawn
Potomac Drive
Doug Fairbanks
Ernest Thompson-Seton
Theodore, Jr
San Francisco
Theodore
Kermit
Quentin
Archie
White Henge
Teft
Pneumonia Claims Ellsworth Whisler in Washington
Ellsworth Whisler 31 dies at home after influenza illness linked to a pneumonia outbreak. A Rock Island repairman born in Illinois, he married Myrtle Norton in 1916 and leaves a widow, a stepson Kenneth, and daughter Minerva Louise. Funeral time not set.
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Ellsworth Whisler
Whisler
South Second Avenue
Myrtle Norton
Kenneth
Minerva Louise
Baptist Church
Odd Fellows Lodge
Alvin
Willian Richardson
William Lawrence Richardson
C. M. Richardson
Ainsworth
Cherry Funeral Postponed To Monday at 2:20
Funeral services for L. J. Cherry who died yesterday at Harper will be held Monday afternoon at 2 20 at the Cherry home in this city replacing the previously announced Sunday time. The casket will be opened Sunday from 2 to 4 for family friends. Sister Mrs Eli Scranton will attend from Oklahoma City. The funeral party arrived yesterday evening from Harper.
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Mary Farrier
Henry Farrier
South Seventh Avenue
Dunkard Church
South English
Posey County
Ind
James Farrier
Thomas
David Farrier
Town
Rosa Barnett
Washington
Willard Farrier
Brighton
Henrietta Barnett
Camarado
Kansas
Elm Grove Cemetery
Towans Due Shortly at Camp Dodge
The 338th field artillery of the 88th division will reach Camp Dodge in two detachments this weekend. The first leaves Newport News, Virginia, Thursday, with the second Friday morning. The One hundred sixty third artillery brigade headquarters unit accompanies the first detachment, led by Brigadier General B. M. Poote.
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Des Moines
Three Hundred and Thirty-eighth Field Artillery
Eighty-eighth Division
Camp Dodge
Newport News
One Hundred and
8. M. Poote
Fifty-ninth Field Artillery
Field Artillery Regiments to Arrive at Camp Dodge
The One Hundred and Twenty-fifth to One Hundred and Twenty-seventh field artillery regiments are due to arrive Monday and Tuesday at Dodge. Battery F includes the One Hundred and Twenty-sixth. The One Hundred and Ninth ammunition train, formerly with Battery F at the fairgrounds in July 1917, then to Camp Cody, is due Monday. The Three Hundred and Thirteenth trench mortar battery will leave Camp Merritt for Camp Dodge late this week. Three hundred and four overseas casuals depart Camp Merritt to Camp Dodge this afternoon. A 450-man unit from Camp Pike and a 240-man group from Camp Devans are also set to arrive Thursday.
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Dodge
Fairgrounds
Camp Cody
Camp Merritt
N. J
Camp Dodge
Camp Pike
Ark
Camp Devans
Mass
England Grants Extra Ration Books For Manual Workers
Manual laborers in England may receive two rationing books under the national system to obtain more sugar butter macaroni lard and meat. The scheme, begun last summer, uses nine differently colored books for classes, with eligibility rules for invalids vegetarians and Jews and requires registration with local traders to redeem coupons.
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England
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Department of Labor
Crowds Demand Abdication of Grand Duchess in Luxemburg
A large Luxemburg crowd gathered before the grand duchal palace urging the abdication of the grand duchess and proclaiming a republic. A public safety committee was appointed and quiet was reported across Lingemburg.
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Luxemburg
Metz
Jan
Grand Duchal
Lingemburg
U. S. Fleet to Visit Naples for Three Day Stay
Saples January 1. Two American warships and thirty destroyers are due for a three day stay in Naples, Italy. The announcement noted the ships will conduct exercises and port calls during the visit, with officers citing enhanced alliance and training opportunities.
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Saples
Jen
Hue
War Department Blamed for Delays in Soldier Mail
Washington, Joan. In testimony before the Senate Post Office Committee, Second Assistant Postmaster General Praeger blamed the War Department for delays in sending melt to and from soldiers overseas. He cited carelessness by military officials and lack of cooperation with postal authorities as the main causes. Millions of letters to soldiers were likely not delivered.
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Washington
Joan
War Department
Praeger
Senate Post Office Committee
Bill to Deport Aliens Becomes House Topic
Attorney General Gregory sent a draft bill to Representative Durnett of Alabama, who introduced it in the house. The measure authorizes deportation of Germans and other aliens interned during the war, to be carried out on the warrant of the secretary of labor.
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Washington
Gregory
Representative Durnett
Alabama
Immigration Committee
House
Secretary of Labor
NO HIGHER FARES IN GOTHAM
New York city board of estimate denied IRT request to raise elevated and subway fares from 5 to 8 cents. The panel also rejected New York Railways demand to raise surface line fares from 5 to 8 cents with a 3 cent transfer charge.
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Gotham
New York
City Board of Estimate
Interborough Rapid Transit Company
New York Railways Company
Attack in Munich Turmoil Kills Two In Bavaria Demonstration
Unemployed demonstration in Munich led by ultra radical faction favored by Berlin supporters attacked foreign offices. The assault was repulsed leaving two dead and six wounded. In Kansas City a street car worker was shot during a crowd clash. conductor McDaniel admits firing.
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Munich
Tondoen
Jan
Berlin
Bix
Kansasky
Jamen Thtnell
Jackison M. McDaniel
Masses suit dismissed in New York case
The indictment against the socialist magazine the Masses and five editors and contributors charging violation of the espionage act was dismissed to the federal court at the direction of Attorney General Gregory.
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New York
The
Masses
Gregory
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