26 Dec 1918
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1918
Page
1
Hoover outlines a survey program to assess damage in Belgium and guide relief efforts. The report covers how the German army’s devastation impacts infrastructure and supplies, framing a coordinated relief strategy to address urgent humanitarian needs.
Hoover and Poland report extensive havoc in Belgium from German retreat. The food administration says 189000 tons monthly, including clothing, will reach Belgium, funded by Delfin and French loans. Additional tonnage sought. France to aid Northern France and refugees. Distribution relies on rapid postwar rebuilding and spared relief supplies.
Associated Press report from Warsaw on December 23 notes released Russian prisoners totaling about two million, many tainted by Bolshevism, being exploited by Bolsheviks for food and arms. Arrests of Bolshevik emissaries occur as American interference is urged. relief may come from the south as General Skoropadski and French troops move toward Kiev amid talks of Ukrainian peasant resistance.
Paris reports 275000 French prisoners have returned from Germany with about 200000 still in Germany. Many are already homeward bound as the Associated Press notes. A Stuttgart dispatch says the new Württemberg government plans to polish noble titles and powers.
Paris reports Count von Bernstorff says all belligerents accept President Wilsons four points and the only question is interpretation He asserts Germany will support the program granting peoples the right to dispose themselves He washes his hands of Russia and says a sovereign Kaiser should not be handed to the allies.
Ten battleships lead by the Pennsylvania return to New York waters after 18 months in European service, entering Ambrose Channel for a Christmas arrival. The fleet, including the New York Texas Nevada Arkansas Florida Wyoming Utah Oklahoma Arizona, will be welcomed with a ceremonial review and a postwar parade along the Hudson, with Secretary Daniels aboard the Mayflower and a presidential escort.
New York on December 25 celebrated peace after war clouds, with churches praising and homes offering prayers for loved ones. The city showcased unselfish spirit as millions aided troops, welcomed returning sailors, and shared Yuletide cheer through war service. Red Cross gifts to 42,000 soldiers and hospital wards, Salvation Army feeding 49,000 families, and thousands giving homes to service members highlighted the holiday.
American soldiers in Archangel are treated at the hostess house of the W. C. A. nine secretaries entertain nearly 40 men daily. A Russian slave has been converted into an open fireplace and pies doughnuts biscuits and pancakes are supplied to the hungry doughboys.
A Standard Today report describes a soldier from the base recounting Christmas generosity on the front. The piece highlights a Butter boy editor and mentions Mrs Kate Heines’s death, with Telegraphic news and a note on honor.
President Wilson told American soldiers at Chaumont that allied leaders share the same principles and purpose. He emphasized no differences in aims among the great leaders and praised the troops for a great Christmas Day.
Associated Press reports Chaumont France greeted the U S president with cordial cheers on Christmas Day as American and French troops manned the station yard and city hall. The president reviewed guards, rode through banners, and exchanged greetings with a smiling doughboy. American and French color banners flew, and trains carried regiments and supplies amid festive crowds and bright weather.
The German Democratic Party met in Coblena to craft a platform calling for a united Germany including Austria, equality before the law for all citizens, and freedom of thought and speech. It backs free trade, protection for large families from heavy taxation, and care for war wounded and dependents, with a pledge to seek a place in the national assembly.
The adage dreary Christmas day becomes a great moment for American troops and the President as reports describe a surprisingly joyful holiday, with smiles and steady morale marking the scene back home and in the nations capital.
President Wilson and General Pershing reviewed the First Army of the American Expeditionary Forces at Humes after a Rotel de ville reception. Pershing told the troops the president and fellow soldiers honored their commanders and the army’s loyal service in restoring peace, praising their courage and home support.
Washington announces that the capital issues committee will suspend activities on December 31 and remain inactive until dissolved. It warns the public and urges continued strict economy while Secretary Glass seeks immediate congressional action to curb fraudulent securities. The report notes schools training salesmen in fraudulent promotion as part of the menace.
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