German U-Boat Campaign Fails Says Naval Expert
British naval expert Arthur Pollen, after six months in the United States, says allied naval efforts prevented a monthly decline in world ship tonnage. He credits updated British command, Canadian conscription support, and American participation, noting Britain’s and allies’ ship production rising while German submarines wane. He adds the North Sea raid remark and predicts allied strength will impact the Western war theater. Union Service Sunday Night At Baptist Church by Rev J L Daniel follows.
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Associated Press
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Merchant convoy in North Sea attacked. all crew saved
A North Sea submarine attack on a merchant convoy ends with every crew member rescued. Mexico’s special envoy departs Washington for Argentina to attend the Neutrality Conference, and he does not bid goodbye.
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North Sea
Mexico
Washington
Argentina
Sul Ludin Arrested in Texas For Traumatic Items In Trunk
In Texas Sul Ludin was arrested and jailed pending an investigation. He possessed a German soldier uniform and multiple Kaiser's toasts found in his trunk. Andrew J. Peters named Boston mayor after a tight election with incumbent James M. Curley seeking a second term.
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Sul Ludin
Andrew J. Peters
Post Office Examination Set for January Fireman Laborer
An examination will be held here on January 12 for the post office Fireman Laborer position with a yearly salary of $660. Applicants should inquire at the post office or write Secretary Civil Service 304 Post Office Building Atlanta Ga.
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Atlanta
Dodge and Buick Sold to Local Buyers
E. H. Longshore sold two cars and delivered them Tuesday a Dodge to Mr Lewis Ramey of Sharon and a Buick Four to Adams Brothers of Antreville. They are mighty well pleased with their cars.
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Antreville
Red Cross members praised for service and shipment progress
Mrs. T. G. White chairman of the Woman's Bureau thanks Red Cross members for faithful work. Remarks from Atlanta headquarters accompany an inspection sheet. Three boxes have shipped with hundreds of garments cut and in finishing for January shipment.
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Atlanta
T. G. White
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Woman's Bureau
German Chancellor Rules Peace Talks With England Impossible
A German Chancellor states that any talk of peace with England is entirely out of the question, marking a firm position in the wartime stance reported in the country overview.
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England
Separate Peace Threat Looms As Russia Nears Civil Disintegration
Washington reports warn that a separate peace between Russia and Germany would be irreversible and harm loyal Russia and the Allies. Russian officials say Bolsheviks seek an end to the war while Germany and Austria may push concessions and borders, as disintegration of Russian territory advances.
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Poland
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British report sinking of several vessels in week
London report says fourteen British merchantmen over 1600 tons and three under were sunk by mine or submarine in the past week, plus one fishing vessel. Losses slightly below the previous week which saw fourteen vessels over 1600 tons and seven under sunk.
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Admiralty
American bullets pierce German armor in test in France
The American Army reports German armor proved unable to withstand its fire. A heavy breast plate removed from a prisoner was chewed to pieces by machine gun fire and a rifle bullet at a good range tore a hole about the size of a silver dollar. Even automatic pistol rounds caused similar damage.
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France
Disorder in Petrograd Proclaims Citywide Siege
The executive council of workmen and soldiers declares a state of siege in Petrograd to quell disorders stemming from looting of wine cellars and shops. The action reflects a tense period as authorities try to restore order amid unrest.
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Executive Council of Workmen's and Soldiers
Warmer Weather Sparks Last-Minute Shopping Rush
A dismal morning gave way to a sunny day as snow melted and mud turned to slush. The warming weather prompted brisk shopping, with only two days left to finish preparations.
Shortage blamed on ordnance bureau delays in war prep
Witnesses told the Senate war inquiry that manufacturers spent millions preparing for war as the army ordnance bureau balked at orders. They cited a shift to a superior Browning gun and delays due to Enfield modifications and appropriations.
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Congress
Senate Military Committee
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England
Kimball
America
Tyler
Mr Horton Home From Washington For Holidays
Editor E. C. Horton of The Medium returned home from Washington to spend the holidays with his wife. He reports he is progressing well and enjoys his current work.
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E. C. Horton
The
Medium
Washington
Telephone Office Closed for Christmas Day Hours
The telephone office will be closed on Christmas Day from 8 30 in the morning until 5 30 in the afternoon continuing a 12 year old custom.
Kaiser's Massed Troops Renew Assault on Italian Front
Berlin claims two thousand Italian prisoners as Austro German forces press along Venetia plains near Bassano and Monte Asolone. Piave fighting continues with a pontoon crossing repulsed. British and French shipping losses fall. London air raid harms ten dead. one enemy plane shot down. Spanish steamer Noviembre torpedoed by German submarine.
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Bassano
Monte Asoione
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Champagne
Swims
London
Essex
Kent
John A Holland the Music Man in town this week
John A Holland and his brother visited Wednesday to promote his piano and organ business. He notes strong county patronage and plans substantial advertising with The Press and Banner next year. He highlights two delivery trucks and fast service delivering a piano to Mr and Mrs Hagen and another to Mr R H Stevenson for his daughter.
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Holland
Allen Hagen
R. H. Stevenson
Greenwood
Abbeville
Mr. Stevenson
Misses Hargier and Milford Visit From Coker College
Misses Sarah and Mary Hargier and Mary Milford are at home for the holidays from Coker College in Hartsville.
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Mary Hargier
Mary Milford
Coker College
Hartsville
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