Germany Replies to President Note in Anglo German Talks
Washington report says Germany has sent a note to the president that is seen as a cautious move toward peace. Observers say the note shows signs of political change in Germany and may lead to a withdrawal plan overseen by Foch if allies approve.
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Kaiser urged to surrender and seek peace in new Germany
Baxteaien Harden urged the Kaiser to accept peace and become the first citizen of a new Germany as Berlin crowds cheered in session. He proclaimed that when the fortress falls the commander may surrender without dishonor and called for immediate peace terms.
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Note Denies Cruelty Claims in German Reply
London October 21 The German reply to President Wilson’s note says Germany hopes the United States will approve no demand conflicting with German honor and with peace. It alleges orders to submarine commanders prevent torpedoing passenger ships and protests against reporting illegal acts as inhuman. The document claims German navy protects neutral lifeboats and evacuations for evacuation routes.
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Corporal Burnside Wounded in France
Corporal Thomas E. Burnside of the American Expeditionary Forces in France has been wounded and is recovering in a hospital, per a letter dated September 15 received by his mother. He praises hospital care and notes he has been there since the armistice period.
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France
German reply to Wilson note outlines peace terms
London reports the German note accepts evacuation plans and proposes setting details via commissions. It asserts no irreconcilable demands and defends actions on sinking ships, while promising to avoid hindering peace work. The note claims constitutional reform in Germany enlarges popular representation and asserts a majority supports reforms.
State Normal School Placed Under Tight Flu Quarantine
The State Normal School near Athens reports its campus nearly influenza free while dormitory students remain on site and city students stay away from classes until the Athens Board of Health lifts the quarantine. President Pound confirms the action and notes the school will follow health directives.
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Georgia Reports Change in Influenza Activity
Georgia shows a decrease in new flu cases while Florida reports an increase as nationwide figures indicate mixed progress. Army camps show a drop in influenza and pneumonia after a Sunday rise, with 3 000 influenza and 768 pneumonia cases, the smallest totals since the epidemic spread widely.
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Influenza Declines Reported with 37 Deaths
Atlanta reports 37 influenza deaths as new cases fall to 1,242 in the state and 2,000 in the city, down from 2,000 yesterday. The brief health update notes the easing outbreak with lower daily counts.
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General Ballard Named Leader of New Field Army
General Robert Lee Ballard named lieutenant general and commander of a new American field army. He is a native of Auburn and has remained free from influence. A quarantine note from JEREM POUND, President, adds personal responsibility on student health.
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Allied Allies Ignore Peace Efforts in Big Ground Fighting
Allied armies press on across Belgium and France despite peace talks. British and American forces drive along a wide front crossing the Oise canal and threatening the German lines north and south. British reach near Valenciennes on the rail corridor as American forces advance northwest of Verdun.
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Nebraska Senator Sees No Immediate Armistice Hope
Waanheen Oo aaa Hitchcock of Nebraska as chair of the Senate foreign relations committee said the German government accepted President's terms but the reply likely would not bring an immediate armistice. Lodge and other senators reserved comment until the official text is received.
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The Part Our Navy Has Played in Foreign Seas
Assistant Secretary Roosevelt described expansive U S naval operations abroad after returning from Europe. He cited the North Sea barrage against submarines, naval stations from the Spanish border to the Biscay channel, an oil pipeline to Scotland, and other actions beyond convoy and patrol duties, highlighting a broader global naval role.
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Flu Cuts Coal Production At Mines In Three States
A flu outbreak reduces coal output in Pennsylvania West Virginia and East Tennessee. Government figures from October 12 show declines of two percent for bituminous coal and four percent for anthracite as the fuel administration records the impact.
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Treasury Reports 22 Million Pounds Subscribed
Treasury notes the total subscriptions reach 22,000,000 pounds, with the loan oversubscribed. Early messages suggest some delays due to timing while actual figures confirm strong demand.
Allies push through Belgium and advance near Tournai
In a late war dispatch, two US allied troops report rapid gains across northern Belgium. German resistance remains stiff with machine gun fire as forces push toward Courtrai and Tour nai, aiming to clear the pocket and threaten the enemy right flank.
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Mr. Marion Wing Wounded on Front
Local notices report Mr. Marion Wing wounded while serving on the front. Friends in Crawford County express concern and share updates on his condition.
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