Critics of the Peace and Wilson's War Motives
Critics say the peace note assigns identical motives to both belligerents, while the president differs. Britain cites Belgium and Serbia to defend small nations. Germany cites Ireland and Greece. The piece notes American sympathy splits along immigrant lines and quotes Wilson urging the will for peace over war.
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German Peace Proposals Explained by Fertilizer Theory
A New York World economist argues Germany’s food shortage stems from fertilizer imports cut off by war. He notes Germany’s high yields from heavy fertilization, potash reserves, and phosphate imports, but critics say conquered territories and food supplies alter the math. He also cites war weariness and the likelihood of a prolonged conflict, suggesting neither side can foresee a decisive victory.
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New York World
Germany
Romania
Beggars and Bank Accounts in Railroading
A provocative editorial notes mendicants with bank accounts and highlights the railroads as impertinent beggars earning a billion dollars this year. It argues they possessed vast wealth yet opposed wage increases, pressed for freight passes, raised passenger rates, and curtailed worker gains amid ample business and riches.
Lawmaker Seeks Probe Into Peace Move and Stock Rumors
Representative W R Wood introduces a House resolution to form a five member committee to probe whether any high official profited from stock market fluctuations on Thursday December 21 1916 after conflicting notes from the State Department regarding the presidents peace move The note was dated December 18 1916 and circulated in New York amid speculation Secretary Lansing mocks the idea and officials call the rumors ridiculous The photo shows Wood
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Major Clayton Dies After Hurts at Hurdles Contest
Major Powell Clayton, once on the general staff and lately with the 16th Cavalry on the Mexican border, died at Fort Sam Houston Texas from injuries suffered while schooling his horse over hurdles on the drill field two weeks earlier. He was the son of former Arkansas Governor Clayton.
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Ice Storm Hampers New York and East Communications
A glaze storm of December 27 coated New York streets with ice disrupting telegraph and telephone wires and hindering traffic across the state and eastern region including Chicago. A 16 year old boy charged with disorderly conduct in police court gave his name as St Nicholas and birthday and was discharged.
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Rubber Boots Stock Offers Wide Variety
The store advertises a large stock of boots in standard brands. Men's Short Boots priced from $3.00, King Boots from $3.90, and Hip Boots from $4.75.
Gloves Shipment Brings Auto Work and Dress Gloves
A new shipment arrives featuring auto, work, and dress gloves including felt boots with one buckle and two buckles. The notice highlights the new stock and types available for customers.
Tailored suits and coats offered at marked down prices
An advertisement lists numerous coats and suits in black, navy, and various furs with prices cut from regulars up to 45 dollars. It highlights silk velours, Iceland fox trims, and Hudson seal accents, noting limited editions and “one model only” items. A New Year’s reflection follows, contrasting prudent investing with risky railroad trends and urging restraint.
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New Year Reflections and Tragic Note
A reflective column on New Year resolve and festive frolics contrasts with a grim item: Simon Newman, aged 60, died by gas inhalation after despondence over a trust fund payout. The State Department reports a Lloyds notice that the Swedish steamer Skiftet was mined off Finland, with all aboard perishing.
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