Record blizzard paralyzes nation with deep freeze in January
Chicago reports the winter blizzard blanket from Rockies to Atlantic with temperatures 12 to 16 below in major cities. Snow drifts halt transport and push fuel and food shortages as agencies plan rationing. Several deaths linked to freezing and storm accidents are noted. Rail service collapses on several lines around Chicago.
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Weather Bureau
Pope Pressed for Peace by Vatican Influence
Rome January 12 Intimations traced to Vatican circles say Pope Benedict urged Emperor Karl of Austria to consider President Wilson's peace terms. The report claimed the Pope drew the Austrian monarch's attention to these terms in attempts to influence their reception.
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Austria-Hungary
Speediest Knitters Of Davis County Claim Record
Mrs. Fleenor of E FWilliam Street is hailed as the speediest knitter in Davis County. She demonstrated patriotism by knitting for the Red Cross, finishing a pair of socks in one day while still managing housework and meals. The feat sparks local challenge.
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Themes Pivenor
Armistice Extended as Central Powers Accept proposal
In Ograd on January 12 acceptance was announced that the central powers would continue the armistice for another month, per Minister Trotsky's proposal. The truce on all fronts remains in effect with no changes noted in this report.
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Trotsky
Pope’s Peace Efforts Reported as Alliances Weigh Terms
Persistent rumors say the Pope may unite allied terms with central powers to lay groundwork for a peace plan. Correspondence exchanged hints at reconsidering terms as the president’s term concerns loom.
Coal Deliveries Resumed After City Fuel Relief
Deliveries resumed as a carload of coal was found on the Murdoch switch and turned over to the Grahams? Loogootee for city aid. City officials declare orders placed days ago will receive fuel and food. relief efforts by Mayor McPherson and the police chief address struggling families, including widows and households with children.
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Deviess County
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McPherson
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Washington Hawks Defeat Olney in Local High School Clash
Washington's squad, led by Captain Kuhny, staged a dramatic comeback to beat Olney 22 to 17 in a fast paced Friday night game. Key plays by Klefer Twittgutt and Sullivan and precise passing sealed the victory as Olney challenged throughout the second half.
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Local Selective Service Exam Cadre Sees Fresh Round Ordered
A board orders fifteen men to appear for physical examination next Wednesday between 8 and 12 o'clock. The list includes Sidney Greene, Robert Barton Parsons, Curtis William Grube, Roy Atled, Alva F. Alford, Josiah Purcell, Golden Ernest Lamb, Wil iam Lee Myers, Joseph Dewlitt Moore, Carry Wesley Courtney, Wilbur Nelson Stull, William Preston Collins, Joseph Humble, Walter Bernes, Eugene Wright Curry.
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Roy Atled
Alva F. Alford
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Wiliam Lee Myers
Jonseph Dewlitt Noore
Carry Wesley Courtney
Wilbur Nelson Stull
William Preston Collins
Joseph Humble
Walter Bernes
Eugene Wright Curry
Golden Ernest _Lamb
Wind Damages Georgia City and Camp Hancock
A high wind in Augusts Georgia on January 12 reached forty nine miles per hour, causing extensive damage. Many houses lost roofs, telegraph and power lines fell, and tent structures at Camp Hancock near the city sustained damage. No casualties reported.
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Fire in Wright Hotel Leaves Guests Fleeing Tonight
A Wright hotel fire in Saginaw Michigan sent guests scrambling in night clothing as temperatures hit ten below zero. Three guests remain missing while three others were injured by jumping from windows.
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Wright Hotel
British destroyer Raccoon lost with all aboard off Ireland
London reports the destroyer Raccoon was lost with all hands after going down near the coast of Ireland according to an Admiralty statement. The incident leaves no survivors and adds to wartime losses for the Royal Navy.
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Record Cold Grips Indiana and Midwest Cities
A severe cold snap left Indiana and neighboring states with temperatures plunging to near record lows. Vincennes reported 17 below, Princeton 18 below, Evansville 16 below, and many cities in the region registered 15 to 25 below zero with wind chills amplifying the danger. Local weather offices note it as the coldest spell in decades, and widespread forecasts warned of continued frigid conditions.
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Wes
Wheatless Days May Become Compulsory
Washington reports a prospect of compulsory wheatless and meatless days following a conference between food administrator Hoover and congressional leaders.
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Burns Named Consul to Japan for Carranza Government
Pacifie Port January 12 Mexican officials announce former New York consul general Jungy Burns will serve as Japan consul general for the Carranza government. They deny reports that he travels on any private mission and say he is not en route for negotiations.
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Pacife Port
A_ Jungy Burns
New York
Jonag
Severe February 9 1890 cold snap cripples rail traffic and roads
A historic cold wave drives temperatures down to 19 degrees below zero at a government station and 12 to 23 below elsewhere. Snowbound roads halt transit. Baltimore & Ohio Plains 123 and 4 trains from St Louis are delayed or annulled as rail yards lock up. Farmers gain protection for wheat from prior snow.
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Bts
Teeth Freeze Tale From Cold Morning
Elkannab Allén, chief of poude, recalls his teeth freezing together on a very cold morning. The incident marks the first time such a case was heard of and prompted further explanation about how teeth can stick when biting down in extreme cold.
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