Armistice Proclaimed as War Ends and Terms Announced
President Wilson proclaims the armistice with Germany has been signed and America’s war aims achieved. The terms demand German evacuation, demilitarization, and occupation along the Rhine, with repatriation of prisoners and reparations, aiming to prevent future conflict and guide Germany toward democracy.
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World events brief from Vatican envoy and postwar upheaval
Vatican envoy to the United States will attend Cardinal Gibbons jubilee. Paris reports discuss French British assurances on Taurus gulf autonomy. London Commons rejects self determination for Ireland. Madrid cabinet resignations follow Premier Maure. German naval crews join revolution. Versailles interallied conference praised. Russia halts indemnity payments to Germany. Marshal Foch considered for French academy. Czech Slovak constitution framed after US model. Former Hungarian Czech leader Karl Kramarg implicated in treason cases.
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War News Dispatches From The Front Across Europe
Reports claim Serbian troops crossed the Dunube amid enthusiasm while a Swiss note cites a Servia war office statement. Bavaria is declared a republic by revolutionaries near Prussia, Basle reports. German evacuations in Romania are said to be directed by Field Marshal von Mackensen. Czech mobilization of citizens up to age twenty six is reported, including Bohemia. Count Karolyi plans peace talks with Diaz in Padua. Austrian prisoners captured by Tatlins mount in the hundreds of thousands. 150000 Italian prisoners at the Trentino front. Russian Germany ties broken. Joffe departs. Austria sees travel restrictions and flood effects. Belgians report Allied advances and renewed shelling.
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Washington warns armistice not end of war says Lane to Battle
A telegram from Secretary Lane to George Battle cautions that armistice signing does not end the war. War Secretary Baker denies that armistice would curb military activity, while GOP gains in Congress signal continued control of both houses. Ship deliveries set a record for October, and Roumanie’s reunion prospects are noted amid US sympathy messages. Supreme Court declines to review Maurice Buger case.
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WWI War News Reports Fresh American Advances and Celebrations
General Pershing reports American units from Wisconsin and Michigan seized Blancheville heights and pressed toward Sedan in a fierce drive east of the Meuse. Rainbow and First divisions led the final dash. American airmen claimed 324 German planes shot down in three days amid Verdun announcements and Rome rejoicing.
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Armistice Notice Sent to German High Command
London reports wireless dispatch from German plenipotentiaries announcing an armistice signed at 5 o’clock French time and to take effect at 11 o’clock morning. Evacuation on the left bank extended by 24 hours, totaling 31 days with the prior five days. The message notes a modification by courier Helidorr and is signed Eruberger.
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Congress approves armistice terms for Germany
Washington DC reports unanimous congressional approval of armistice terms. Most lawmakers favor unconditional surrender, with some urging demobilization of German forces. Bipartisan calls for punishing those responsible for murders and atrocities are noted, while President Wilson's appeal for aid to central powers gains commendation.
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Browning to Be Honored With National Award for Firearms
Senator Smoot introduces a resolution in the Senate seeking a gold medal and official national honor for John M Browning the Browning machine gun inventor whose firearms powers American forces at the front He is described as modest reticent democratic and devoted to hunting and field trips while supervising arm production across US and Europe.
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Britain’s Man in Siberia Reinstated After Diplomatic Rift
Sir Charles Eliot returns to service as Britain’s high commissioner and plenipotentiary in Siberia after a quarrel with Lord Lansdowne over land grants to a Zionist trust. He had previously served in Washington under Lord Pauncefote and Rosebery, with a rapid rise to power in East Africa before resigning over policy disputes and appealing to Parliament.
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Seville's idol Belmonte returns to cheers as war surges
Seville erupts with jubilation over bullfighter Juan Belmonte's return from a South American trip. He is hailed as Spain's greatest man and hero, his stance against Germany in the world crisis noted as highly influential among admirers.
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Mrs Barnett's War Work Celebrated in Preparedness Drive
Mrs George Barnett wife of Major General Barnett commander of the Marine Corps has long championed preparedness. She helped found the first national service school for women and served as commissary general at the camp training 1500 girls. She organized volunteer workers for the Marine Barracks Red Cross and led the auxiliary in sewing garments and dressings, aiding Liberty Loan and War Savings efforts. She also serves in the Red Cross canteen in Washington feeding thousands.
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Halloween Tragedy Blamed On Shotgun Fire In Iowa Shop
A Halloween shooting in a blacksmith shop owned by 69 year old George Brown left Harry Meinherts dead after a shotgun blast to the face and abdomen. Brown claims to not know his motive as he is held by county officers. Also noted: a boiler explosion at Atlantic Canning caused no injuries, while ferrets were used on Gravity farms to curb rats, yielding 220 deaths. Statewide updates report inflation and influenza concerns, with Governor candidate Harding leading, and road plans advancing in Mason City and Clear Lake as the first surfaced Iowa interurban highway nears completion.
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