Fire destroys Greek Cathedral in New York City
Fire gutted the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral in New York City on January 18. The blaze originated in an unlisted area and spread to an adjacent apartment building forcing 16 families from their homes at night. Estimated damage reached 000. The church, once Protestant, later became the Greek Orthodox titular church of Archbishop Alexander, serving North and South America.
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First Papers Taken Out By Count Salm
Count Ludwig Salm von Hoogstraety, husband of Millicent Rogers, declared his intention to become a citizen. He obtained first papers for "papers of intention" at the naturalization bureau of the United States District Court in New York.
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Millicent Rogers
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Two Men Die in Dynamite Mixing Plant Blast
Two workers were killed at the Hercules Powder Company dynamite mixing unit in McAdory station near Bessemer Alabama when an explosion occurred today. Local authorities reported the fatalities and started investigations into the blast.
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Ohio bill urged sterilization for defectives and criminals
A bill introduced in the Ohio Legislature would bar marriages by mental defectives and criminals unless sterilized. The measure requires sterilization only if marriage is planned, with only one party needing sterilization, not a compulsory system for all defectives.
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Associated Press
Columbus
Ohio
Ashey
Empress Charlotte Suffering Severe Pneumonia in Brussels
Empress Charlotte, 86, widow of Emperor Maximilian I of Mexico, lies in a dying condition in Brussels as doctors say influenza has progressed to one mania and death could come at any moment after a medical consultation.
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Forty below in Samara region yields mass frost deaths
In Samara region eastern Russia eighty people froze to death in outlying districts with eighteen more perishing in Pugachev. Cold has persisted for days at minus forty and cattle are dying in large numbers along the Volga. The piece also notes Arctic rumor and a joke about advertising signs on Everest.
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Volga River
Zinc as European roofing mainstay underscores craft reliance
The article notes that zinc is the metal most widely used for roofing in Europe. It claims artisans there would struggle to operate without zinc, highlighting its essential role in construction and metalwork across the region.
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Norris Trial Delayed by Tonsillitis of Defendant
The trial of Rev. Dr. J. Frank Norris in Austin Texas was adjourned until 2 pm due to the defendant's tonsillitis. His lawyers said his condition was not serious and would present him in court on a stretcher if needed.
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Austin
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J. Frank Norris
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D. EB. Chipps
Guthridge Trial Set for Friday Morning in Police Court
Former policeman L. M. Guthridge faces trial for illegal transportation of liquor. The Corporation Court adjourned yesterday afternoon and the case was transferred to police court before Justice Donald L. Weems. Guthridge posted bond for his appearance.
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Porter East Dies At County Home
Porter East, an aged man, died at 9 o'clock this morning at the county almshouse from old age. He had no known relatives and will be buried at public expense. He came to Winchester from Clarke county years ago and worked as a day laborer in the street department before becoming feeble and moving to the almshouse. Supt. John M. Masie is trying to learn if he had any relatives.
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Verdict for Karides and Lee in Altoona suit over theatre lease
A jury in Corporation Court found for plaintiffs George Karides and Walter Lee of Altoona against John Sempeles for 3400 on a note. The case involved the lease of the Criterion Theatre building in Altoona and removal of personal property to Winchester. Attorneys Ward and Larrick represented the plaintiffs.
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Criterior Theatre
Winchester
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James Rehill Punished for Illegal Possession Charge
James Rehill was fined 68 dollars including costs and sentenced to 30 days in jail in police court today on a charge of illegal possession of a pint of liquor.
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Mrs Martin Pries Fined For Parking By Fire Hydrant
Mrs Martin Pries was assessed seven dollars in police court today for violating traffic rules by parking too near a fire hydrant.
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Fenerty Publishes Wood Pulp Paper Invention 1841
Charles Fenerty spent years researching and in 1841 revealed his method for producing paper from wood pulp. The disclosure marked a pivotal shift in papermaking and influenced industry practices worldwide.
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