All Russians coup at Omsk elevates Kolchak dictator
News from Vladivostok reports a coup by the All Russian government at Omsk. Admiral Kolchak has become virtual dictator and commander of the All Russian army and fleet. Some ministers oppose him and have been arrested. The move is defended as necessary against extraordinary danger to the state. The new authority is recognized by General Horvath and other officers, while Premier Vologodsky remains in place. International reactions are mixed but recognition is anticipated from the U S, France and Britain.
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Vladivostok
Associated Press
Council of Ministers
Omsk
Alexander Kolchak
M. Avk
Stentieff
M. Zenzenak
Adral Kolchak
Uta
Admiral Bolchal
Kolchak
Horvath
Ivanofft
Onsk
Stenoif
Ain
Vologodsky
Siberian
Boider
Renault
Elliott
Zemstvo
Forday
Siberia
Social Revelationists
United States
France
England
Admiral Kelchak
Port Arthur
Kerensky
Washington
Omusk
Miral
All- Forces
Russia
Admiral Volchak
Theaowest
Lenine
Trotsky
Germany
Africa
Great Britton
Belgium
League of Natins
Seatp Feaphkind
No-Chau
Togoland
Southyrest
Fries
India
South America
Europe
Jay Stross
Sol
Mr. Solf
Mr. Self
Efort
A Dutiful Guest Reads From Earth’s Rich Rifts
A speaker addresses the God of Earth, declaring a duty to seize the wondrous riches and make Earth a dwelling place of happiness for mankind. He seeks to use strength to serve a grand plan, envisioning labor and prosperity for all who stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eyook Uvon
Earth
Mart
The German colonies and the fate of empire
Washington reports on German colonial ambitions, their wartime expansion aims, and the likely postwar disposition. It outlines British French Belgian control, possible league administration, or division, and notes German failures, costs, and population impacts across Togoland, German East Africa, German South West Africa, and Kamerun amid Allied dominance. It cites Solf’s defense of broad, generous principles and cites native resistance and depopulation consequences.
Breakfast Table reflections at war end and post war plans
A string of fragmented musings on postwar life and politics. The piece muses on post office needs, soldiers returning home, fashioning a new social order, and the lingering effects of war on daily life, with references to Kaiser, Taft, and public sentiment.
Mayor Wilson Criticizes City Newspapers
A city mayor denounces local papers for alleged bias against his administration. He argues newspapers should publish crime and government news to inform citizens, cites past failures like a municipal tee plant veto and commission government battles, and defends press obligation to report despite political pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Bridgeport
Commission
Republican
Bridgeport Memorial Debate Calls for Civic Building
An editorial argues for a Bridgeport Liberty Memorial in a public building, combining beauty and utility. It envisions the hill by the high school as a civic center and houses for public service groups, suggesting broad support from citizens and soldiers alike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
Price
Chamber of Commerce
Connecticut
Newcomers Day Aims To Bond Old And New In Bridgeport
The Bridgeport Pastors association launches Newcomers Day this Sunday to welcome strangers and visitors. The movement invites all to attend their church, then follow steps to unite newcomers with longtime residents for a united, friendly community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
Pastors’ Association
United Effort
The Coming Welcome for Wilson to Peace Delegation
European promises of a great welcome greet President Wilson and the American peace delegation as they head to peace talks. The article notes broad admiration for his democracy, government, and military aid, with emphasis on Balkan and central power peoples recognizing his impact.
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Europe
Wilson
Scort
Balkans
America
Warning to Parents on Death of Dwight Wheeler Jr
A grave notice warns parents after the death of Dwight Wheeler Jr and urges keeping children off busy roads to prevent accidents. It condemns speeding cars and emphasizes bicycle safety for young minds unaware of danger while noting political consensus on the impact of the president’s speeches leading to Germany’s armistice.
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Little Dwight Wheeler, Jr
Germany
Algonquin Club Victory Dance Celebrates Democracy
The Algonquin club hosted a seven story victory dance with Speidel's orchestra as patriotic numbers drew encore requests. Guests included William Hincks, David Day, Peter Wren, J Alex Robinson, August Engelhard, John Fisher, and many others from Hartford and local circles.
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Algonquin Club
Speidel
William T. Hincks
David S. Day
George J. Bolles
Harvey B. Bierma
W. A. Lalfield
Air
George Whitehead
Tene Warnes
Arline Miller
B.C. Eccles
William
BR. Phillips
John Fay
Eva Fay
FE. H. Dillon
BP. Kirk
John Fisher Drarest T
William W. Doe
William Fp, Allen
George Hill
A. W. Dow
Robert Beers
Idarry Hinsted
R. E. Logan
Charles’ Logan
Wranklard
Percy Hill
Do. Hill
Stephen Cronin
Ali
Ralph Barnes
Br. Ward
Ker
H. Je
House
Christie
Bedyvard Kate
Roderick McKensie
Alis
Isugene Naerton
Albert Langenesser
Grace Fierce
John O'Connell
Anna McMahon
Bénjace
Oppose Banks Extending Any Credit to Germany
New York November 21 resolutions by the National Defense society Boycott committee oppose any extension of credit by American banks to Germany without depositors consent. The group pledged to publicize banks lending to Germany, signaling strong anti loan sentiment by the public. A separate note reports a fire at Park City Forging plant where an overheated furnace caused a small blaze, damaging a partition and estimated at five dollars.
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New York
Cominy
National Defense Society
Nefety
Gerisiens
Forge Point
Chemical
Park Cit Forging Company
Lower Bridge
End of Big Session of Congress Marks War Era
Congress closes amid limited business with debates on Wilson policies and a planned league of nations. A war revenue bill is sent to President Wilson as Congress winds from war to peace, approving billions in appropriations and new government powers.
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Marshall
Clark
House
Senate
Wilson
Watson
Indiana
Sherman
Tllinois
Sxellogg
Minnesota
Reed
Missouri
League of Nations
Erie
Trom
Lewis
Illinois
Sunlight
Phelan
Caifornia
John W. Tavis
Great Br
Senate Privileges and Elections Committee
Truuman
Newberry
Michigan
Cong
Sénate Finance
Minrilavian
Wiewis
Congress
Germany
War Iiliance Corporation
Con
Wounded Private Connolly Resting at Base Hospital
Private John Connolly is resting comfortably at a base hospital after wounds received on September 14. A sister reports his status in a letter. his name appeared in the casualty list yesterday among the severely wounded. The family address and details of his recovery are noted.
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John Connolly
Triance
Burlrick O'Neil
Jurk Street
Connolly
Simone
Samual Shexsman
Pembroke Street
Fargo Military Hospital
Sialishuey Plain
England
Reed Denounces Nations League debate on world court risks
Senator Reed warned that a U S seat on a European dominated court would threaten the Monroe Doctrine and U S sovereignty. He warned of England becoming master and argued that internationalism should be settled without a league of nations. Senator Phelan countered that small nations need protection and a league could guard democracy and peace.
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United States
Reed
Haiti
Libertz
America
Europe
League of Nations
England
France
Germany
Fathers of
Senate
Phelan
Edwards 26th Division Story Delivers War Glory
Boston reports a dramatic account of the 26th New England division’s wartime achievements told by Fred C. Walcott at a state house food conservation meeting. He recounted battles from three weeks of German advances to the July 18 Marine insertion and the turning point eight days later, stressing hunger relief and Bolshevism prevention as war aims.
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Boston
New England
State House
Fred C. Walcott
Herbert C. Hoover
Walcott
Europe
Wrance
Secont
Walcots
Germany
Political gossip on Wilson and Marshall in Europe
White President Wilson travels in Europe while Vice President Marshall is named to assume executive duties if needed. Marshall enjoys the President's confidence and close access to Washington officials. Alfred S. Smith seeks New York governorship as Governor Whitman petitions court for ballot inspection, not alleging fraud but seeking count accuracy to challenge Smith.
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Wilson
Europe
Marshall
Washington
Alfred S. Smith
New York
Whtman
Snath
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Flettling
Peare
Mr. Taft
Ely
O. Ola
Rarleveorn
Owapis
At- Mantin
Deutschland
Burke
Man Burke
Upithe Street
Priv. Connolly
Priv. Sherman
Monia
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Lizabeth
Clifford
Morgan
Nations League
Edwards
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