Soissons Front Holds Against German Assault in Night Battle
French forces and Moroccan rifle regiments repelled a German push toward Soissons as dusk fell. A dense street-by-street fight formed a surrounding wall where casualties piled high as German troops pressed along the village and outskirts. French 3 inch guns and aeroplanes deterred reinforcements while counterattacks drove Germans back toward Crouy. The defense left the French front stronger, holding the Soissons suburbs and bridgehead on the river's right bank.
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Frank Case Advanced in Effort to Speed Appeal
Atlanta Jan 18 Counsel for both State and defense in Leo M Frank murder case expect to cooperate to have the United States Supreme Court advance hearing of Frank's appeal from Judge Newman's denial of a habeas corpus writ. Attorney General Grice said he had assurances of aid from Louis Marshall. Advancement likely within two weeks. without it the case would be heard in about eighteen months. The petition appeals jurisdiction questions tied to jury verdict absence.
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Goulds May Quit Road Seen As Missouri Pacific Change
Wall Street circles expect a management change at Missouri Pacific at the March 9 meeting. Strong stock action and renewed support from bankers suggest the Gould interest will be replaced by directors representing lenders. Proxies may be sought by dissenting interests who oppose the current leadership amid plans to fund a 25 million dollar note maturing June 1 and future financing needs.
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Ohio mines reopen on open shop basis workers scarce
In East Ohio coal fields mines reopened on open shop terms, but United Mine Workers report few workers present. Rail and River Coal Co pit saw about fifty men urged home by union leaders. Glen Run Coal Co opened at Rush Run and plans Dillonvale and Jug Ron later this week.
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Washington Clergyman on Billy Sunday’s Evangelistic Reach
A Washington observer assesses Billy Sunday while praising the evangelist’s sincerity and power. The sermon at Convention Hall drew a large, representative crowd. Sunday’s passion and adaptability impressed, and many left convinced Jesus is alive and shaping the nation.
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Sunday in Washington Sermon by Billy Sunday Draws Crowds
The event featured Billy Sunday delivering a brisk public sermon in Washington after a noon offering collected in tin dishpans. Sunday urged full commitment, warned against half hearted faith, and joked about Christ’s presence in the capital while venturing into baseball and civic life themes.
Open Arms Welcome Sunday in Capital City Visit
Rav Billy Sunday drew crowds and praise as he toured Washington, met with Secretary Bryan at tea, and held a White House reception before a Philadelphia nine weeks engagement. The trip featured photographers, a motor tour of departments, and Sunday’s fiery sermon ending with a prayer atop the rostrum.
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Chicagoans object to pig head on badge design
A Chicago committee condemns a New England badge design that centers a pig head, saying Chicago stands for more than meat packing and expressing resentment at the emblem for the International Christian Endeavor convention to be held here next July.
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Revenue Cutter Service Report Urges Consolidation and New Vessels
The annual report by Captain Commandant Bertholf calls for uniting the Revenue Cutter Service and the Life-Saving Service, creating a maritime depot in Alaskan waters, and building a canal cutter, flood rescue cutters for the Mississippi, and two general service cutters. Senate pauses consolidation. House favors action. Property saved reached 9.2 million dollars. vessels aided 210. lives saved 476.
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Sunday and Wilson Discuss Grandchildren at White House
Billy Sunday and his family and religious workers met President Wilson at the White House. Secretary Bryan introduced the revivalist, and the two exchanged greetings over the birth of Wilson's grandson. The President invited Sunday to a later meeting but chose to stay with his new grandchild.
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Christ Would Enter Washington as Unavoidable Guest
Evangelist Sunday argues that Jesus visiting Washington would outshine Caesar and Shakespeare, as His personal, intimate influence endures beyond history. He contends Christ’s presence would expose moral choices, challenge elites, and compel citizens to live rightly, with reflections on Herod, sin, and public duty.
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Crowds Turned Away for Billy Sunday in Washington
A large audience gathered at Convention Hall in Washington to hear Billy Sunday. Police managed crowds as officials and diplomats arrived, while many without tickets stood along curbs awaiting access. E. G. Stears, a Goa-Pe Mission volunteer, served Sunday’s accompanying valet, praised as a devoted follower despite the chaotic wait.
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Have You a Post Almanac Instructive Washington Post Almanac
This almanac promises thorough coverage on almost every conceivable subject with information and statistics. Available at The Post office for 25 cents or mailed for 40 cents.
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Wounded sleeps under umbrella in Rouen camp
Miss Kathleen Harris, a nurse from Orange Memorial Hospital, writes from Rouen describing harsh winter conditions for troops and care provided. She details sleeping with an umbrella during a rainstorm, three tents blown down, and a government outfitting cost of 120 dollars. She notes services for soldiers, volunteers to sing, and the courage of the men with front experience.
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Grain price probe big task in Chicago
Chicago reports that district attorney Clyne led talks with grain commission men amid a broad inquiry into rising grain and food prices. He said accounting work may be needed to map a course of action as grocers butchers and packers present varied views. President Wilson has directed Attorney General Gregory to investigate pooling agreements as a possible cause and to pursue prosecution if illegal combinations are found.
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Senate Bill Reforms Consular System Passed by House
A House vote approved a bill to reform the consular service designating consuls general as embassies secretaries and allowing transfers within the same class without Senate ratification. The measure targets easing workload abroad especially at the London embassy and Madrid legation.
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Philippine Senate Committee Backs Amendments Denying Rights
The Senate Philippine committee adopted amendments to the Philippine bill restricting the native legislative assembly from granting land concessions and mineral rights without presidential approval. Additional changes limit altering election laws or suffrage qualifications without Bureau of Insular Affairs and Presidential consent. The President would appoint a civil service director and oversee non-Christian tribal affairs. Consideration of the preamble pledging ultimate independence begins today.
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Neutral rights clash as ship halted near New York
House heard a wireless report from Oxnard F.P. Schuette aboard a Dutch liner bound for Berlin. A British cruiser Carunia stopped a vessel near New Amsterdam, forcing American citizens to display pans ports to a British officer. Munn cited Secretary Hamilton Fish protest over French war vessels near American ports. The speaker asserted U.S. neutrality and aims to have rights respected.
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Pope Benedict XV Calls for Global Peace Prayers
The Pope issues a decree ordering five days of devotion and prayer for peace. Clergy worldwide to observe special services in Europe on February 7 and globally on March 21, aiming to end hostilities.
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Fishburne Wins at Basketball in Orange Virginia
Fishburne School defeated Woodberry Forest 43 to 1 in a basketball game played in Orange Virginia on January 18. Bilder stood out with a remarkable performance for Woodberry Forest.
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