Expanded Navy Wanted by Daniels Tells Navy's Part in War
Washington reports Secretary Daniels urges continued naval expansion to meet peace needs. The 144 page review highlights U S war efforts including transporting 2,000,000 troops to France without loss and the marine brigade blocking the last Prussian advance. He proposes a new three year program of 600 million dollars for 156 ships including 10 dreadnoughts and 6 battlecruisers.
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Clemenceau May Lead French Peace Delegation
Paris Premier Clemenceau may act as president of the French delegation to the peace conference. President Wilson’s presence as head of the American delegation influences this plan. Possible collaborators include Captain Andre Tardieu Jules Cambon Marshal Foch Georges Leygues and M Colliard.
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Clemenceau
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Andre Tardieu
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Jules Cambon
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Marshal Foch
Navy
Georges Leygues
M. Colliard
Banks urged to curb postwar expansion and protect reserves
The Federal Reserve Board warned banks that rapid postwar growth and profit seeking must be subordinated to general welfare. It said banks have drawn on rediscount reserves for nonessential expansion, stressing loan conservations and liquidity for community needs.
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Washington
Federal Service Board
General Welfare
Nine French Prisoners Shot in Prussian Camp
Paris reports nine French prisoners were shot by German guards at Langensalza prison camp in Prussian Saxony with 15 others seriously wounded. The act prompts French demands for reparations and condemnation of German repression.
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Battalion of infantry move to Coblenz by train
A Thirty-ninth infantry battalion departed Treves by train for Coblenz as German authorities request the occupation amid withdrawal fears. It marks the first use of railway transport by American forces advancing into the area.
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Thirty-ninth Infantry
Treves
Coblenz
Wilson sails to peace conference aboard George Washington
President Woodrow Wilson travels to France on the George Washington with a naval escort to attend a landmark international conference. Secretary Lansing and Henry White join as delegates, with Mrs Wilson and other spouses aboard as part of the expedition.
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Woodrow Wilson
United States
Europe
Atlantic
France
George Washington
New York Harbor
Wilson
America
Germany
Annals of Shipping
Lansing
Henry White
Davis
Returning Soldiers Cheer President On Homeward Voyage
More than 5,000 American soldiers arrive from England aboard the Lapland and Minnekahda and are greeted by a vast ovation as President Wilson sails for France to help seal victory at the peace talks. The Lapland arrives with over 2,000 officers and men just as the presidential ship prepares to depart.
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France
Influenza and Pneumonia Deaths Soar Across U S
Washington reports 300000 to 350000 civilian deaths since September 15 from influenza and pneumonia, based on city and state records. Officials say figures are conservative, the epidemic continues but deaths are far fewer now.
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Washington
United States
Peace Conference Opens in Paris Early January
The Paris peace conference opens in the first week of January and is expected to last about four months with final action likely by early May. President Wilson will be informed by wireless about interallied plans and the London supreme war council, with no approval from the President yet. Key talks involved Colonel House, Premier Clemenceau, Baron Sonnino, and the Earl of Derby.
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Wilson
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London
Supreme Council
Edward M. House
Clemenceau
Baron Sonnino
Earl of Derby
France
Loot from Russia Restored Promises Return of Gold Hoard
London papers lead with talks of Kaiser extradition prompted by Clemenceau remarks in Paris. Wilson is said to be kept informed as Germany reportedly surrenders loot, with three hundred million pounds in gold handed to the Allies for safekeeping.
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Clemenceau
Paris
Wilson
Germany
Russia
Letters From Home Week Aims to Lift Soldiers Morale
The War Department designates December 15 as Letters From Home Week to boost morale of troops overseas. Mothers and fathers are urged to write model letters and encourage wholesome recreation while troops await orders to return home.
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New York
War Department Commission
War Department
Baker
Raymond B. Fosdick
Business delegates to peace conference plan
Atlantic City officials announce the appointment of a European commission representative of American business to travel to France. The envoy will be available to aid the peace delegates on economic issues arising in the postwar negotiations.
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N. J
European Commission
France
United States
Reconstruction Congress
Industrial War Service Committees
Nomination of Glass Confirmed by Senate
Washington reports the Senate confirmed Representative Carter Glass of Virginia to be secretary of the treasury to succeed William G. McAdoo. Glass will resign from Congress and begin his duties December 16. McAdoo remains director general of railroads until his successor is appointed.
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Carter Glass
Virginia
Secretary of the Treasury
William G. McAdoo
Senate
Glass
Congress
McAde
London to Award Freedom of City to Wilson
London plans to grant President Wilson the freedom of the city, joining the honors given to Grant in 1887 and Roosevelt in 1910. In Lancashire, cotton spinning profits for the year ended November 30 rose to new highs, with 40 companies operating 40 mills reporting a net profit of 34 percent per share.
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London
Wilson
Ulysses S. Grant
Roosevelt
Lancashire
Peace Commission Adopts 23 Advisors to Wilson Delegation
New York reports reveal an advisory committee of 23 experts to accompany President Wilson aboard the George Washington for peace talks. The group includes international law scholars, political historians, and Army intelligence officers. They will bring several tons of documents and maps, with investigations conducted under Col. E. M. House.
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Europe
Asia
Wilson
Paris
Peace Commission
Col. E. M. House
Army
Base hospitals at camps to care for returning wounded
Washington reports plans for all wounded men from France to be treated in base hospitals within 300 miles of relatives. The War Department turns training camp hospitals over to the surgeon general, with 75 facilities for 10,423 men. About 50,000 more are expected in four months.
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Washington
France
War Department
President Wilson Heads to Peace Conference Tour
President Wilson begins his trip to Europe to attend the peace conference. He expects to be abroad about six weeks and will confer with premiers Lloyd George Clemenceau and Orlando and likely with King Albert to discuss key points of the peace treaty.
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Belgium
Air Mail Route Stations Yet To Be Selected
Washington officials promise aircraft mail service with potential stops in Richmond and Charlotte. Second Assistant Postmaster General Otto Praeger told Frank Hampton of Senator Simmons' office that no definite routes or stops have been agreed, though Richmond is likely and Charlotte probable.
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Charlotte
Burleson
Otto Praeger
Frank A. Hampton
Simmons
Richmond
Wilson to Visit Paris for December Peace Talks
The article notes President Wilson is due in Paris on December 12 and will meet allied delegates later in the month. The first formal meeting is expected around December 16 to 20 with the peace conference likely in March or April. It warns against premature settlement and cites a fragile German regime as a risk to stabilizing peace efforts.
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Paris
Germany
Burleson Sees Government Ownership of Mail Lines
Washington reports the annual Burleson survey shows post office revenues of 388 978 962 and expenditures of 324 833 728 for the year ending June 30. A surplus of 19 979 798 is recorded and war tax charges added 44 500 000 to treasury. Air mail experiments and government trucks for rural parcel post are revealed with calls for competitive civil service exams for postmasters.
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Burleson
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Business Interests Appeal for Government Release
Atlantic City groups representing hundreds of industries press for loosened wartime controls. They call for reduced government restrictions on production and distribution and seek a greater merchant marine after the war emergency.
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Atlantic City
N. J
Lloyd George Voices International Trial For War Leaders
London report shows Prime Minister David Lloyd George restating policy during the election campaign. He says the men responsible for the war should be tried by an international court and supports expulsion of enemy aliens. The remarks drew marked approval across crowds.
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London
David Lloyd George
Lloyd George
Charlotte Says Only Aerial Mail Stop in North Carolina
Washington. Charlotte is the only stop thus far chosen in the state for aerial mails to be delivered. Its selection is virtually assured in plans for a route from Washington via Richmond to Atlanta. A relay station may be north of Charlotte between Salisbury and Greensboro, or at one of these points.
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Charlotte
Emrail
Richmond
Atlanta
Salisbury
Greensboro
Peruna touted as a dependable remedy for catarrh
A letter from Mrs Berkley of Galveston urges Peruna as a safe first choice for catarrh and related ailments. The ad emphasizes ongoing catarrhal diseases threatening health and notes Dr Hartman introduced Peruna forty five years ago with tablet or liquid forms sold widely.
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Hartman
Uniform prices cause dispute over military gear sale
A promoted soldier argues with a dealer over a sergeant’s uniform price. The dealer confirms a $40 charge and denies advertising uniform prices, only uniform prices, while admitting a corporal bought a similar item for $30 last week.
Tetterine Promises Clear Complexion For Women Ad
An advertisement touts Tetterine as invaluable for clearing blotches and itchy patches, claiming southern women achieve a soft velvety skin. It states eczema and skin diseases yield to Tetterine, sold by druggists or mailed for 50 cents by Shuptrine Co. Savannah Ga.
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Savannah
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Soldiers meet in cafe clash. retreat common order
A report notes soldiers meeting in a cafe experience a clash and retreat emerges as the standard response. The brief focuses on tactical behavior rather than detailed combat.
Acid Stomach Ruins Health of Millions
Consumer ad proclaims acid stomach harms health and promises instant relief with EATONIC. Claims to absorb excess acid, stop belching, heartburn and bloating, and to restore energy. Urges readers to purchase from a druggist with money-back guarantee if not effective.
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