Extradition Question for Kaiser Probed by Allies
London reports British law officers and French authorities are weighing the extradition of the former German emperor. Holland may require German consent to surrender, while advocates debate legality and precedent. The Kaiser faces three murder indictments in England linked to Lusitania sinking raids and coastal shelling.
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Holland
Evening News
Germany
M. Clemenceau
Charles Lyon-Caed
Faculty of Law
University of Paris
William of
England
Lusitania
Navy Commander Thrown Overboard Confirmed Tale
In Granton near the Firth of Forth Scotland a British officer questioned an exami ned German torpedo boat destroyer crewman about the missing navy commander. The junior officer stated we threw him overboard four days ago after he caused trouble. A German workers and soldiers council representative aboard the destroyer confirmed the account.
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Firth of Forth
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Deportations and harsh acts by Bulgarians in occupied Macedonia
The Bulgarians deported 82 000 Greek residents from eastern Macedonia per official Bulgarian documents. Sub-prefect Demir-Hissar M Dovr poulos was forced to work in the central bureau at Choumla. Many deported died from famine and torture. in Kitchevo Greeks were burned alive under typhus pretext.
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Saloniki
Eastern Macedonia
M. Divaropoulos
Demir-Hissar
Choumla
Kitchevo
Canada to Lead Forward in War, Currie Vows
General Currie stated he would lead the whole Canadian corps forward in three days and that Canada will be in front wherever the allies go. J H McPherson announces Canadians in theatre of war before Dec 31 1915 receive the 1914 15 star. Peace developments excite London as a possible Allied military occupation of central and eastern Europe looms with a league of nations settlement.
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Currie
Canada
J. H. McPherson
Gallipoli
Kut
Hope To Reinstate Former Kaiser With the Army of Occupation
Prussian officers claim they will return home hoping to restore the former emperor to power. German division soldiers told the Americans they favored a monarchy and saw William Hohenzollern returning to the throne once they reached home and exerted influence.
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William Hohenzollern
Joseph rises as Egypt's savior and new prime minister
Thirteen years of trials forge Joseph into Pharaoh's chief minister. He interprets dreams, gains naturalization with Asenath, and leads a wise seven years of plenty to prepare for famine. His faith and governance save Egypt and foreshadow Christ as world savior.
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Dothan
Egypt
Pharaoh
Priscn
God
Potiphar
Chrisippians
Zapnath-paaneah
Asenath
Christ
Fleet May Be Sunk To Avert Postwar Ownership Disputes
London reports that after a peace conference settles ownership of German battleships and cruisers, most vessels will be sunk to avoid entente disagreements. Entente naval experts will inspect the ships to learn if they contain features unknown to the Allies.
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London
Entente
Australia within 150 flying hours from London planned
In Sydney a meeting of leading businessmen endorsed a project to create an aerial mail service linking Australia to London within 150 flying hours. The plan is funded by subscribers and promoted by Reginald Lloyd a prominent Australian figure in London.
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Sydney
Australia
London
Reginald Lloyd
The
Constitutional Club
Allenby Returns to Cairo with Guarded Welcome
General Allenby arrives in Cairo after operations in Palestine and Syria against the Turks. He and his staff pass through a cheering crowd as immense demonstrations greet the officers along the entire route.
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Cairo
Allenby
Palestine
Syria
Egypt
Belgium demands control of left bank of Scheldt port
Brussels reports that Belgium unites parties behind a demand at the peace conference for control of the left bank of the Scheldt. Diplomats note Belgian occupation support. extremists push for Rhine frontier or Luxembourg cession. Belgium estimates unofficial losses at 38 billion francs.
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Belgium
Brussels
Scheldt
Rhine
Luxemburg
RAF Disbands Most Than 12 000 Mechanics By January
An authoritative announcement from local authorities states that within about two months, roughly the bulk of the 12 000 mechanics and cadets serving in the Royal Air Force will be disbanded and return to civilian life, marking a major postwar demobilization step.
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Toronto
Royal Air Force
Port of London Revived as European Port of Call
London aims to revive its status as a major port of call in Europe within three months. The plan envisions London regaining prominence in global trade and handling increased shipping traffic and cargo.
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London
Europe
German Troops Not Permitted Across Dutch Limburg Report
Dutch legation notes that German troops were allowed to cross Limburg for Belgian civilians after allied talks. Havas agency says the report is inaccurate and notes allies were not consulted before the entry. Allies informed their governments only after Germans entered Limburg.
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Limburg
Havas
Soldiers seek prewar positions in postwar return drive
Figures from national service cards show 124000 Canadian expeditionary force members wish not to pursue farming after the war. Over 50000 want their pre enlistment positions opened on reform. Data analyzed for the repatriation committee from 230000 overseas signed cards in early 1917.
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Ottawa
Canadian Expeditionary Forces
Cabinet
Entente May Repeal Blockade After Wil son Consultation
Berlin dispatch reports Copenhagen stating the Entente powers will likely repeal the blockade after consulting with President Wilson. The Berlin Zeitung notes the possible shift hinges on discussions with the American leader.
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Berlin
Berlin Zeitung
Wilson
President Will Return Within Six Weeks
President Wilson plans a European trip to attend the peace conference opening and expects to be back in Washington within six weeks after leaving. Details remain sparse but arrangements proceed with naval corps for correspondents and dispatches to report without censorship. The trip aims to shape a treaty outline before the conference and immediate post holidays session.
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Washington
Wilson
Europe
Congress
America
Canada’s Troops Prepare Triumphal Entry Into Germany
The Telegram from London reports Canadian units will march into Germany with flying colors. Regimental colors left in British churches during the war are being reclaimed, with churches such as Westminster Abbey St Pauls Canterbury Cathedral and others housing Canada’s regimental flags. The Princess Patricia’s flags stay at their headquarters.
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London
Canada
Germany
British Isles
Westminster Abbey
St. Paul's
Canterbury
St. Giles’ Cathedral
Edinburgh
St. Annes
Belfast
Princess Patricia
Rightful Owners Recover Valuables From Village After War
An officer in a French village reoccupied after evacuation found securities worth thousands of dollars used as a table cover by troops. Dividends unpaid since 1914, likely hidden in a mattress or under floor boards, were turned over to French authorities for restitution to rightful owners.
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Paris
France
Gold bullion mix up found at Valdez after Seattle shipment
Missing packages containing about $31,000 in gold bullion shipped from Anchorage to a Seattle bank were recovered at Valdez Alaska after being put ashore by mistake on the steamer Admiral Watson. The error occurred during unloading in Seattle.
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Seattle
Anchorage
Alaska
Admiral Watson
Valdez
Seattle Bank
Watson
Sinking of the Ticonderoga and a German submarine scene
Daily Telegraph correspondent recalls the Ticonderoga sinking by the Deutschland. An American sailor floated on a raft after the loss, a German commander saying God will save him. Lieut Fulcher was captured aboard the submarine after being forced from the ship.
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London
Lieut
Fulcher
Ticonderoga
Daily Telegraph
Lieut. Felcher
Churchill vows to make League of Nations a practical reality
Winston Spencer Churchill speaking in Dundee asserted he would use all power to build a strong League of Nations. He argued the League should not restore German or conquered territories to anyone and emphasized British supremacy in the postwar world.
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London
Winston Spencer Churchill
Manitons
Dundee
Flight Trains Canadian Cadet A Remedy for Earache Tale
A fragmented sketch notes a Canadian cadet and a remedy for an earache. A doctor and cotton treatment are mentioned as possible solutions, with wording suggesting medical advice or a humorous take on medical care.
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