British Save 100 Germans After Falkland Battle
Montevideo reports about 100 German sailors rescued after the British squadron under Admiral Sir Frederick Sturdee defeated and sank the German cruisers Scharnhorst Gneisenau Nurnberg and Leipzig off the Falkland Islands on December 8. The Invincible brought them to port, and Sturdee spoke at a reception praising Allied cooperation and noting British losses.
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Nurnberg
Leipzig
England
Galicia
Invincible
Letters From the Front Describes Devastating Battle Cruiser Action
A gunroom officer aboard H M battle cruiser Invincible writes to his parents from the front. The ship on which they fought crippled an enemy cruiser whose funnels were blown away and sank stern first with all hands lost. The author notes narrow escapes and several near misses from torpedoes and shells while German submarines prowled. The cruiser refused surrender and kept firing until beaten.
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Hove
Bluejacket recounts chase of German cruisers in North Sea
Letter from a Bluejacket in the North Sea to friends at Jarrow describes a Aug 24 dash for the German coast. He details a four hour pursuit of a heavier German cruiser, its destruction by fire, and German sailors shot by officers. He notes sinking two cruisers and about a dozen trawlers over four weeks and claims Kiel Harbor hides the navy.
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North Sea
Kiel
Scarborough Mayor Replies To Churchill On Bombardment Losses
The Scarborough mayor sends a letter to Winston Churchill expressing sympathy from himself and the British navy for the losses caused by the German bombardment, replying to Churchill’s message.
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Scarborough
Winston Spencer Churchill
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Scar borough fights on as undefended town falls
The passage notes an enemy attack on an undefended town, with Scar borough taking part in the war effort. It laments loss and honors the dead, while criticizing German sailors and the Emden commander for betraying naval traditions. It asserts resolve to finish the war and condemns dishonor among new officers.
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France Prepares Brief War Declaration For Parliament
Paris reports the ministerial declaration on the military situation will be read when Parliament opens. Members seek detailed questions on operations and secret sessions may be requested. Paul Deschamel has recovered to preside, with Antonin Dubost to chair the Senate.
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Lost British Boat Crew Reaches Port
A telegram from Buenos Aires reports the crew of the British ship Drummuir, sunk by the German cruiser Leipzig, was landed at Port San Antonio Argentina aboard the German ship Seydlitz. The Leipzig was among the German cruisers sunk during the naval engagement off the Falkland Islands on December 7.
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The Spirit of the Ages and a World in Crisis
A reflection on global war and suffering contrasts with a hopeful, moral call. The text honors courage and endurance as people seek to ease universal pain. It envisions an heavenly honor roll where virtue endures and a dawn will rise for mankind.
Roumania and Greece May Soon Enter War
London December 21 The Bulgarian government pledges neutrality and the entente powers promise Bulgaria will not attack Greece if it aids Serbia nor Roumania if it joins the war This suggests Roumania and Greece may soon enter the conflict
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Radio Snarl Vexes U S In Panama Canal Row
Washington reports Britain has protested to the State Department over charges against British colliers in the Panama Canal Zone. Secretary Daniels seeks a full report on the dismantling of a British collier radio apparatus and possible misattribution of naval wireless messages.
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Emperor of Austria Decorates Americans
Emperor Francis Joseph awarded the Red Cross Medal of Merit to American Ambassador Frederic Courtland Penfield Rear Admiral Aaron Ward retired commander of the Red Cross ship and the American Minister to The Netherlands Dr Henry Van Dyke for their services with the American Red Cross mission to the dual monarchy. The Emperor also awarded Mrs Penfield the Grand Cross of the Order of Elizabeth for establishing a hospital in Vienna. The Red Cross order was created to mark the 50th anniversary of the Red Cross Society founded in 1864.
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Letter contradicts report on Thunderer sinking
Detroit December 21. Harry J. Davis disputes a New York report quoting George Rottweiler that the British dreadnought Thunderer was sunk in the North Sea on November 7. Davis cites a letter from his brother Frederick W. Davis dated November 15 saying the Thunderer was about to go into drydock.
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Chicago
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North Sea
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Davis
Frederick W. Davis
Russia Explains Why Armies Fell Back
PETROGRAD says the general staff issued a statement dismissing sensational reports about army conditions. The decision to narrow the front followed full military consideration and the concentration of German forces. Details are not disclosed for military reasons.
Pope Dispatches Priests to Aid Prisoners of War
In Rome on December 21 Pope Benedict instructed bishops in dioceses with military prisoners to appoint priests fluent in the prisoners languages. The priests will provide spiritual counsel and aid in maintaining prisoners’ welfare, including communications with families and assisting with letter writing when needed.
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Italy
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Tennessee Leaves Alexandria for Jaffa
The United States cruiser Tennessee sailed from Alexandria for Jaffa while keeping American interests in the eastern Mediterranean. The ship had just arrived from an island in the area and is now transporting duties from the region.
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Tennessee
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