Argonne Forest Highlighted In Final Allied Drive War History
A historical overview notes the Argonne campaign as the final decisive Allied battle that led to Germany seeking armistice. It cites 214 divisions and 750000 American troops after St Mihiel, with emphasis on logistics, rail lines, and the push toward Metz and Verdun as pivotal in breaking German resistance.
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Wilson cites law and order as armistice pre requisite
Copenhagen dispatch and Washington reports say President Wilson told the German government that maintaining public order is a pre condition for the armistice. Berlin dispatch notes no pledge to break the armistice over Bolshevik reception. Washington says no German briefing on such a threat.
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King Albert's Soldiers Enter Brussels Amid Unrest
Reports from Brussels describe King Albert's soldiers nearing the capital as German troops withdraw. Civilians gather anxiously at the king's palace, while defenses and machine guns guard key routes. Officials urge calm, with limited casualties and scattered destruction noted around Lasken and the north station.
British Labor Leader Backs Coalition Policy
London November meeting of laborites backed the wartime coalition. George N. Barnes, member of the cabinet, said he could best serve labor by remaining with the coalition. The group adopted a resolution of confidence in the government.
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Naval order sparked revolt amid Berlin unrest
The Vorwaerts denied reports of a planned final battle by the German fleet on Oct 20. German pan-Germans hoped for a 1914 style mobilization but the fleet was said to be on a maneuver cruise. A mutiny followed, and authorities say about 100 people were killed in Berlin since the revolution began.
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Police and Mob Battle Rocks Winston Salem Jail
In Winston Salem North Carolina a mob of several thousand attacked the city jail aiming to lynch a negro accused of fatally shooting Childress and Sheriff Pintendre at the Childress home. Two men were killed and many injured as the clash spread through the city. Home guards from Greensboro and regular troops were requested to restore order as Governor Bickett arranged assistance from nearby Samp Polk and Raleigh.
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Von Tirpitz flees to Switzerland
Copenhagen reports Admiral von Tirpitz former German navy minister and architect of the submarine campaign fled to Switzerland as revolution broke out in Germany. The Frankfort Gazette notes the move as a dramatic alignment in wartime events.
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President Wilson proclaims Thanksgiving Day in 1919
Washington announces Thanksgiving will be on Thursday November 28 and calls for unity and gratitude amid postwar upheaval. The proclamation emphasizes justice peace and national renewal under God and notes the seal of the United States. Robert Lansing state secretary signs. A Berlin dispatch reports Germany plans national elections in January.
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Great Confusion In The Making Of A New Germany
Amsterdam dispatches report chaotic German politics as Spartacus group forms a new party weakening the independent socialists. Premier Ebert claims broad support while soldiers resist Liebknecht. Bulgaria mobilized troops denounce domination amid armistice terms. weather forecast for Montana and eastern regions.
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Evacuation of Alsace Colmar Metz Move Reported
Basel dispatch notes French troops entering Colmar and Mulhausen with no trouble as evacuation proceeds. Paris announces Germans fully evacuating France and Alsace Lorraine, with Poincare and Clemenceau to participate. Von Mackensen’s forces moving toward Germany. Antwerp occupied by Allied armies and Brussels expected to be liberated.
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Associated Press
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Antwerp
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Alsace Lorraine Return Celebrated In Paris Parade
Paris marks the return of Alsace Lorraine with mass civilian processions as 10 000 troops stand by. American Red Cross workers and Alsace Lorraine veterans receive a warm welcome while groups from various social sectors join in the display. President Poincare speaks of liberated provinces and justice restoring French honor after years of bloodshed and war.
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Senator Walsh May Go To Peace Conference
The report suggests President may name Senate members to the Europe peace commission. Walsh of Montana and Knox of Pennsylvania are identified as favored by the president for a possible delegation.
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Out of Finland to Avoid a Conflict
London reports General von der Goltz, German commander in Finland, has told the Finnish government German troops will be withdrawn to avoid contact with British forces expected there. The dispatch says General Mannerheim will be governor of Finland and a coalition government will take power. Mrs Wilson to go to Europe with the President per Paris Havas.
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Exchange Pelegraph Company
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Mannerheim
Junking Royalty Chaotic Europe
Basel reports small German principalities move to republican forms. Saxe Meiningen proclaims a republic and princes estates become public property. Grand Duke Friedrich I abdicates Baden becomes a free republic and a constitutional assembly will decide the government. Luxemburg would abdicate the grand duchess and transform into a republic allied to France. Duke Charles Edward and Grand Duke Friedrich Franz IV have abdicated in Copenhagen. Former Grand Duke Ferdinand of Mecklenburg Schwerin has arrived with his wife and children after abdication.
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