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Amarillo Daily News

Location

Amarillo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1918

Page

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Planned July 1964 Conference Draws 131 Leaders

The record notes a conference planned before conflict with 131 trained leaders called into session in July 1964.

Germans Built Propaganda Network in U S Officials Testify

Senate testimony outlines German propaganda operations in the United States before entry into World War I. Captain Lester describes agents, publicity chiefs, and paid writers who promoted pro German sentiment, leaked government information, and attempted to mobilize German American volunteers. He notes plans to stir unrest among African Americans and details headquarters in New York and hired reporters in Washington.

Wy Associated Press Washington United States Berlin G. B. Lester Army Intelligence Service Senate Teutonic Lester William Bayard Hale Hearst Wilson Mexico Japan Germany J. J. Pickinson New York Dickinson Broadway George Sylvester Viereck

Resolution Introduced on 4 A. M. Wire Control

A resolution introduced proposes government ownership of the electric lines. It argues public control would secure permanent ownership and operation of key utilities. The measure aims to transfer lines to government stewardship, shaping future energy policy.

Government to keep telegraph and telephone lines as public utilities

A House resolution by Chairman Moon proposes permanent government ownership of telegraph and telephone lines, drafted with Postmaster General Burleson and approved by President Wilson. Hearings will start, contracts to buy lines require congressional approval, and a five member appraisal panel would assess value with appointments by the postmaster general and the companies.

Washington Moon Post Office Committee Burleson Wilson Post Office Congress

Government to Run Telegraph and Telephone Services

Post master Burleson appoints a four member board to operate telegraph and telephone services under government control. Union N. Gethed chairs. members include F A Sevenson G M Yorke and A F Adams. The board outlines divisions for telephone service telegraph service and maintenance of wires separate from traffic operations.

Washington Burleson Union N. Gethed American Telephone and Telegraph Company F. A. Sevenson G. M. Yorke Western Union Telegraph Company A. F. Adams Kansas City Home Telephone Company Telephone Serice

Carlton Placed in Charge of Marine Cable Systems

Newcomb Carlton, president of the Western Union Telegraph and Cable Company, was placed in charge of all marine cable systems of the United States by Postmaster General Burleson. Carlton accepted the appointment, which was declined by George G. Ward of Commercial Cable. The order excludes Clarence J. MacKay, Ward, and Wm. W. Cook from any oversight of marine cable systems.

New York

Flu and Pneumonia Cases and Deaths Reported

Daily health bulletin shows new influenza cases and pneumonia cases with totals. Five deaths noted, no change in overall counts. quarantine cards issued and some cases reported late.

F. M Jeff D. Bartlett

Secret Emergency Plan Revealed in Socialist Trial

Chicago December 13 An outline to sustain the Young People's Socialist League via a secret disguised organization if suppressed was found in a mimeograph in a Socialist headquarters scrap book. The document, attributed to William Kruse, warned trusted members and urged underground, compartmentalized action and training of substitutes.

Chicago Young People's Socialist League Young People’s Socialist League Wm. J. Dilton Socialist Party New Mexico Wall Street

Discharged Soldiers May Keep Uniforms

Secretary Baker told House Military Committee chair Dent that the War Department has decided discharged soldiers may permanently retain the uniforms and overcoats worn at muster out. Dent drafted a bill to grant the authority, reversing an earlier plan to reclaim clothing three months after discharge.

Aggo Tara Washington Baker Dent House Military Committee War Department

General Peyton March Receives Distinguished Service Medal

Washington December 13 Secretary Baker awarded General Peyton March chief of staff the Distinguished Service Medal upon Pershing's recommendation and Wilson's approval. Baker praised March for his leadership in France as chief of artillery of the First Army and at home as chief of staff delivering meritorious, conspicuous service. Pershing's endorsement noted March organized artillery in France and served as chief of staff of the U S army, aiding national efforts.

Uy Associated Prowa Washington Pershing Wilson Baker Leyton March Laker France Mareh General Pershing War Department Peyton March U.S. A First Army

Return of American Armada Ships Marked by New York Pageant

Secretary Daniels announced a December New York harbor pageant to honor the homeward arrival of the first American war fleet ships from Europe. The ceremony plans include nine dreadnoughts, 20 destroyers, and over 40 support craft led by Admiral Mayo aboard the Pennsylvania with President Wilson.

Mresa Washington Europe New York Daniels Admiral Maye Pennsylvania President Wilson Corman Mayoe

Wilson at Brest Enthusiasm Meets French Welcome

American executive arrives in Brest en route to Paris as crowds demonstrate popular enthusiasm and national sympathy. The warm reception underscores close allied ties during wartime travel.

Wilson in Brest Leads Historic Landing Amid Cheers

President Wilson arrived in Brest France at 3 24 PM amid vast crowds and naval honors then sailed to Paris for a grand welcome. Mrs Wilson walked ashore with General Pershing while guards of honor and Star Spangled Banner greeted the entry joining both nations in a high spirited display.

Brest Wilson France Paris Europe Sea of Jules J. Jusserand United States Pershing Stephen Pichon Georges Leygues Marine Welcomind Aom Ours D'Ajot

President Wilson receives moving farewell aboard ship

President Wilson and Mrs. Wilson attended a cinema on the George Washington en route to Versailles. A spontaneous chorus of bluejackets sang God Be With You Until We Meet Again. The gesture touched the president who thanked the crew for their sacrifice and support.

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