Wilson Puts Railroad Plan Up to Congress
President Wilson announces federal control of railways and water transport to mobilize war efforts. He proposes an advisory board for wage disputes and urges quick Congress action on a $500 million appropriation with guarantees for railroad securities.
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Dr Edwards Olive Tablets Bad Breath Remedy Ad
Advertisement touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a gentle substitute for calomel to relieve bad breath and purify the system. Claims stimulant action on bowels and liver, olive oil base, olive color, priced 10c and 25c per box with daily use for one week. All druggists carry the product.
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M. Edwards
Washington hears on Bolshevik recognition from Japan
State Department reports no Japanese move to recognize the Bolsheviks as of January 4 in Washington. Entente officials say Japan would consult allies before acting. A decision may come after the Petrograd constituent assembly votes, potentially leading to de facto then de jure recognition if the assembly proves representative and capable of honoring international obligations.
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America
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Trotzky
Germany
Swedish Council Recognizes Finland Independence
London January 4 The Swedish council of ministers presided by King Gustave has decided to recognize the independence of Finland, according to a Reuters despatch from Stockholm today.
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German Socialist Stance On Brest-Litovsk Peace Talks
Austria, Bulgaria and Turkey dispute German supremacy at Brest-Litovsk as German Socialists resist central powers demands to retain Poland and Baltic territories. The Reichstag leaders offer platitudes while foreign affairs outline progress. In France, Britain posts four trenches retreated. The US Army will enlist Lafayette Escadrille pilots to join American forces in France.
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Hertling Outlines Berlin Stand on Russian Peace Talks
In the Reichstag main committee Chancellor von Hertling defends Germany against Russian demands to move talks to Stockholm. He states Germany cannot let Russia dictate venue and notes Dr. von Kuehlmann has been ordered to reject Stockholm as a venue. The baron later summarized armistice progress and Russian and German proposals as a Socialist urged self determination for occupied territories.
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Three Names Circulate for U S Ambassador Post
London officials and the public focus on selecting a new ambassador to the United States after Sir Cecil Spring-Rice. Three candidates discussed are Viscount Grey former foreign secretary, Earl Reading lord chief justice, and J Austen Chamberlain former India secretary.
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Joseph Chamberlain
India
British leaders considered for U.S. ambassador role
The piece weighs Viscount Grey as a strong speaker and liberal democrat but shy for a mixing role in America. Lord Reading may not resign as chief justice. Mr Chamberlain’s aristocratic image and monocle contrast with Labor ambitions in Britain.
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McNulty Attacks Alien Bill at Federation Meeting
Ignatius McNulty denounces proposed alien bill at the American British Federation gathering in Hotel Bellevue. He warns against discrimination toward British-born citizens and urges protecting “our people” from legislation, while federation members take no official position. He cites British and Canadian admissions and asserts he has recruited for the British army.
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Ignatius McNulty
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United States
Howze Made Brig General in Wilson Nominations
President Wilson nominated Colonel Robert L. Howze to brigadier general. Howze, chief of staff of the Northeastern Department, has been a familiar figure around Boston characters and events, often representing Major-General Edwards and explaining military orders to civilians and groups.
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Queen of Belgium thanks Massachusetts women for aid
Mrs. Charles Allen Porter, chair of the New England Surgical Dressing Committee, received a letter from the Queen of Belgium expressing gratitude for dressings sent to Belgian soldiers. The letter was sent via Major Grandhommel, ordnance officer to the King.
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New England
Wool caravan valued at seven thousand five hundred stolen
A caravan loaded with wool valued at 7500 was stolen from in front of the New Haven road office on Northern avenue yesterday and later found at the lower end of Lewis wharf. Police believe the thieves drove it to Lewis wharf to load the wool onto another team.
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Mercury Getting Away From the Zero Mark
Suffering remains heavy among poorer residents of Greater Boston and the Eastern seaboard as the cold grip of King Zero continues for a week.
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Boston
King Zero
Relief Looks Possible As New England Warms
Rising temperatures and fair weather are forecast for today and Sunday potentially easing a harsh week of extreme cold in New England. In Boston the poor suffer from fuel shortages and broken pipes as water services struggle to thaw frozen mains. Fires burn woodwork and furniture for fuel, while sanitation deteriorates and officials rush to prevent disease amid widespread hardship.
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Boston
Alleged Heir Loses in Phillips Estate Case
William Jackson Phillips of Sioux City Iowa failed to prove he was the son of John C. Phillips of Swampscott. The Supreme Judicial Court ruled he is the son of John M. Phillips, not John C. Phillips, and thus not the heir to the Swampscott estate.
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Sioux City
Supreme Judicial Court
John C. Phillips
Swampscott
John M. Phillips
Pershing Cables Thanks to Wilson
General Pershing today cabled the thanks of the American Expeditionary Forces for President Wilsons New Years greeting. The message expresses sincere thanks for confidence and extends loyalty and devotion to the President and the people at home.
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Navy shake up looms after transport loss linked to command changes
Reports tie the dismissal of Fletcher to a broader naval reorganization following the sinking of the army transport Anllies with 67 lives. Admiral Sims reportedly decided before the disaster, weighing convoy craft limits and recent increases. Officials cite delicacy in publishing officer removals and promise action only on clear culpability.
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