Abolishes Toll Rates and Mileage Charges Nationwide
Washington reports the Postmaster General Burleson outlines a basic toll rate of 6 mills per mile for long distance, airline mileage, and half the day rate for night service, with station to station rates set. The plan aims to equalize charges, reduce disparities, and cut night rates, affecting many existing tariffs and simplifying future reductions.
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Portugal's President assassinated at Lisbon station
London reports Portuguese President Sidonio Paes was shot dead at a Lisbon railway station by an assassin. Paes, who had led the 1917 revolt and served since 1911 in various posts, died minutes after being shot. The assassin was killed by the authorities.
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Sinn Fein Strength Surprises in Irish Elections
In Belfast on December 15 reports indicate Sinn Fein gained strong backing in nationalist areas. Cardinal Logue and Archbishop Walsh reportedly supported the party, with expectations of defeats for John Dillon in East Mayo. Sinn Fein polls were heavy in Dublin, Cork, Derry and Donegal, with unionists predicted to hold northern seats. Joseph Devlin re-elected for West Belfast by several thousand votes.
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Head of Company Denies Plot Exists
Clarence J Mackay president of the Commercial Cable company issued a statement denying a plot to bring government ownership of all wire communications. He charged Postmaster General Burleson with involvement and said recent actions against company officials placed Western Union and Bell Telephone interests in the saddle. Mackay vowed he was in the fight to the finish.
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Soul of America Declared Not Lost by Vice President
Vice President Marshall spoke at a Red Cross rally in the Metropolitan Opera House, saying he once feared America’s soul was lost to materialism before the war. He said all classes have answered the call to sacrifice and duty, sustaining the nation’s principle of equality and justice for all.
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Reinstatement urged for Bavarian assembly in crisis
Munich reports liberal and centrist leaders press for dissolution of the Bavarian soldiers and workers council and call for the temporary restoration of the old Bavarian assembly to avert allied occupation. In Washington, Dec 15 the Red Cross launches its annual Christmas roll call to recruit millions and dollars, with voluntary enrollment and a $1 membership fee across cities towns and rural stations.
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Returning soldiers face new outlook after armistice
In a Standard Today horoscope style note the piece suggests returning soldiers will gain a new outlook. The item references injuries from auto accidents and a fatal shooting amid war era headlines including draft boards, naval exchanges, and a broad wartime setting.
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Utopian Program Amid War Debates Reported
Amsterdam dispatch details a Terlin telegraph summary of a utopian program for safeguarding the revolution. It calls for disarmament, arming female workers, confiscation of arms, abolition of parliaments and councils, and expropriation of estates and large industries. The program envisions a workers and soldiers council overseeing arms and governance. Washington coverage notes Congress opening its third week with focus on war revenue, utilities control, and federal regulation of industries.
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Debating Question to Abandon Regime in Russia
Stockholm reports Bolsheviks in Petrograd debate abandoning their regime. Lenin and Kamenev favor leaving, Trotzky Tehitcherin and Radek urge holding out. Central council votes Lenin defeated by a small majority. Naval attaché notes starvation deaths in Petrograd among children and elderly.
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Protest strike for John Barleycorn in Boston
Boston December 15 news notes labor unions instruct their secretary to contact the American Federation of Labor and affiliated unions to back a one day strike if needed to protest adding a prohibition amendment to the federal constitution. John K. Kearney waiter union business agent and state senator elect proposed the action in the Boston Central.
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Doubled the quota for Belgian relief
Washington reports that about 25,000,000 articles of used clothing were donated through the American Red Cross in September to aid Belgium. The Commission for Relief in Belgium announced that roughly 10,000 tons of clothing are being assembled at Newark, New Jersey for shipment, and the American people were asked for 5,000 tons.
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Consensus of Opinion Opposed Closed Town
Helena Dec 15 Dr W Cogswell secretary of the Montana board of health says after the three divs conference of the American Public Health association the consensus is that the closed town plan cannot continue indefinitely and the ban should be lifted gradually The closing has aided relief measures but business must go on and the state ban should be lifted as promptly as possible The opinion warns of a possible slight recrudescence of influenza when banks reopen and plans for lifting statewide ban were not announced tonight
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Huns Face Strict Martial Law in Cologne
Cologne endures first strict martial law since British troops arrived as General Plumer enforces new rules. Civilians must carry identification, homes opened, photographs for cards, and curfews restrict activity. No travel by bike or horse except for work, no newspapers, limited telegraph, cameras banned, and military searches allowed. Haig orders protection for obedient civilians amid potential penalties for disobedience.
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Army ordnance expert charged with stealing big gun plans
Moe B. Gott lelb of Washington was arrested today on a warrant charging theft of important specifications for big guns. He was released on five dollars bail and set for a preliminary hearing in district supreme court tomorrow.
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President Wilsons First Sunday in Paris Observed
President Wilson spent his first Sunday in Paris attending church and visiting the tomb of Lafayette at Picpus cemetery. He met with Premier Clemenceau and Col. House, and briefly cordially greeted President and Mme. Poincare at the Elysee. The day featured large crowds and celebratory sentiment as Americans and French welcomed him.
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President Wilson Receives Warm French Greetings in Paris
Paris reports praise for President Wilson after a tactful luncheon speech. The Petit Journal lauds his oratory as magnanimous and vital, praising his stance at the peace conference and his commitment to justice and security in the settlement.
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Smashing the Lafayette wreath custom in Paris
In Paris on December 15 President Wilson insisted on taking his own wreath to Lafayette's tomb, breaking local custom. Admiral Grayson obtained the wreath after difficulty with a florist, delivering it with a card reading In memory of the great Lafayette from a fellow servant of liberty.
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President Wilson Meets Hoover and Page in White House Talks
President Wilson held a discussion with Herbert C. Hoover on Germany food conditions. He will receive Thomas Nelson Page at the city hall reception, carrying an informal invitation from the pope to visit the Vatican.
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On Visitors' Book at Murat Mansion Signatures
The visitors book at President Wilson's temporary residence, the Murat mansion, fills with entries from prominent officials and society leaders, alongside scientists and artists. Names of princes and nobles appear beside those of humbler individuals, reflecting wide attendance during the visit.
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Georgetown plans foreign service school for trade
American Trade reports Georgetown University will establish a new school for foreign service to train young men for promoting American trade abroad. The Department of Commerce and the Bureau of Education will cooperate on the project.
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Visit to Italy Has Not Been Decided
Paris reports President Wilson has not announced a Rome visit but is expected to meet Pope Benedict. Italian officials note the Vatican favors a meeting, with potential calls on the Quirinal palace and the American embassy. European press hails Wilson as popular amid war, while Italy prepares displays for his arrival. Weather forecast for Montana: generally fair, colder Monday.
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