Allied armies press toward Germany as Metz falls
In Belgium and Lorraine allied troops advance with American and French units entering Metz and Briey. German possessions in Poland evacuate while Jugo-Slav crews offer warships. Antwerp is occupied by Belgians. Red Cross surveys reveal jobs for crippled workers. Washington plans and date for peace talks and Thanksgiving proclamation by Wilson.
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Mouzon
Thiacourt
Sedan
Metz
Germany
Antwerp
Adriatic
United States
Redfield
Red Cross Institute For
Wilson
Pershing Hailed by Paris Crowds in Historic Welcome
General John J. Pershing rode through Place de la Concorde while fifty thousand Parisians surged around his car and a crowd of up to half a million filled the avenues. Children waved flags and tossed flowers as Pershing greeted the throng with smiles, waves, and handshakes.
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Paris
Place de la Concorde
John J. Pershing
Rue Rivoli
General Pershing
Pershing
Arc de Triomph
Goodness Astonished Herself
A fragment recalls Abigail reflecting on Christmas Eve about Santa Claus not recalling naughty girls. She goes to bed aware of her frequent reminders as Christmas approaches, ending with a surprised exclamation.
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Goodness
Abigail
Santa Claus
American Troops Reach Luxemburg Amid Jubilation
American Army of Occupation reports the 1st Division crossed into Luxemburg from Metz and entered Esch amid mass civilian celebration. Bells rang, schools closed, holiday declared as pictures of Wilson, Poincare, Foch and King Albert adorned windows. The advance guard reached Armetz earlier, with townspeople welcoming troops by singing, waving flags, and presenting flowers.
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Metz
Luxemburg
Esch
Wilson
Tsch
Poincare
Marshal Foch
King Albert
Lorraine
Armetz
France
Audain-Le- Roman
Consolidation of Western Union and Postal Telegraph Systems
Washington announces government controlled consolidation of Western Union and Postal Telegraph services effective December 1. Telegraph offices will operate as one system and accept all message classes at standard rates. Government takeover of Marine cable systems also proclaimed.
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Washington
Western Union
Postal Telegraph Companies
Burleson
United States
Wilson
German U boats Surrender to Allies Near Harwich
Twenty German submarines surrendered to Rear Admiral Reginald Tyrwhitt thirty miles off Harwich at sunrise. The U boats, first handed to the Allies, will be moved to Parkeston Quay then to transports for return to Germany.
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Tyrwhitt
Harwich
London
Reginald W. Tyrwhitt
Press Association
Germany
Parkeston Quay
Belgian Queen Honors Two Chicago War Workers
Mrs. Fred Courtiss and Mrs. John Donald Black of Chicago receive diamond pin gifts from the Queen of Belgium in recognition of their efforts for Belgians in distress.
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Chicago
Fred Courtiss
John Donald Black
Belgium
Miners Released From Army to Report to Washington
Washington November 21 The Fuel Administrator Garfield announced that anthracite miners released from the army will report to Washington before proceeding to the anthracite fields.
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Washington
Army
Garfield
Papes Diapepsin Advertisement Claims Quick Digestion Relief
A nostalgic ad touts Pape's Diapepsin as instant relief for indigestion belching acids and undigested food. It promises fast comfort after meals with pleasant harmless tablets, available at druggists.
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Pape
Adv
Boy Calms Class With Grim Humor At School
A teacher fainted at a school while students gathered around. A brave boy stood on a bench and asked to fetch his father who makes coffins, drawing laughter that eased tension and helped revive the teacher.
How to Fight Spanish Influenza and Stay Healthy
Practical timeless tips for avoiding flu and miseries of illness. Emphasizes fresh air cleanliness and exercise while warning about crowds. Recommends Dr Pierce remedies like Pleasant Pellets and Golden Medical Discovery with guidance on symptoms and home care.
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Pierce
Golden
Invalids
Buffalo
N. Y
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