Wilson's Course of Action on German Peace Proposals Unclear
Washington reports indicate President Wilson has not decided how to respond to Germany's peace proposals. Officials expect the United States to transmit terms if provided, while seeking a basis for discussion. Col. E. M. House remains a potential adviser should moves occur.
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Wilson Wins Nevada With 5 649 Plurality In Official Return
Official state vote shows President Wilson leading in Nevada with 17 776 ballots, Hughes 12 127, Benson 3 065, Hanly 340. Secretary of State released figures detailing presidential totals and party standings.
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Movement for Eight Hours In Clothing Trades
New York workers in clothing trades launched a strike to win an eight hour day affecting over 60 000 workers with possible extensions to Newark and Philadelphia. The Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America issued the call demanding eight hours work eight hours sleep eight hours for living and a $2 weekly wage increase with emphasis on orderly conduct.
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Wayne County to Have Fair in Jesup
At a Jesup meeting of Wayne County leaders 10 percent of $5,000 capital stock for the Wayne County Fair Association was subscribed and paid in. Charter application publication will begin this week. Directors plan a site of at least ten acres and buildings to house all exhibits for the next fall fair.
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Twenty five Thousand club meeting postponed till next week
The Twenty five Thousand club growth continues with a large membership. The carnival causes a delay in the planned organization meeting as officers and directors are to be elected at a mass meeting of citizens for Brunswick's growth. The Waycross highway movement gains momentum to improve the road for next summer island travel.
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General Creigh Calls German Peace Offer Pure Robbish
General Sir O'Moore Creigh, who became commander in chief in India in 1909, dismissed Germany's peace proposal as pure rubbish in a London statement. He retired in 1914 after forty seven years service and has since led British volunteers.
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Germany Proposes Peace as Allies Hint No Immediate Reply
London reports ridicule of Germany’s peace offer and skepticism about results. British officials expected to outline aims in Commons after delays for allied consultation. observers doubt any quick breakthrough but see value in clarifying belligerents’ objectives.
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London papers reject all peace talks
London editors argue peace negotiations with the central powers would concede German dominance and a fragile truce. The Morning Post and Daily Mail deem offers as tricks or doomed to fail, while the Daily News urges clear negotiating terms to avoid parodying diplomacy and boost morale at home and in the trenches.
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German Peace Offer Not Publicly Disclosed
Berlin on December 13 reports that the definite peace proposals prepared by Germany and its allies for transmission to the Entente were not disclosed in yesterday’s announcement. Reichstag members viewed the move as timely and advantageous, while some opposition leaders demanded peace only under the banner of victory.
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German Terms Omitted From Chancellor Speech
The German embassy in Washington reports no further Central Powers peace terms. Diplomats say terms were intentionally left out of the chancellor's speech. Teutonic officials expect the Entente to question the basis of the peace proposal.
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Early holiday mail gifts face restraint of sealed parcels
Postal officials note few gifts mailed early due to the seal "Don't Open Until Christmas" and family curiosity. They say many gifts are saved for Christmas Eve, with ribbons and tissue paper sparking guesses inside.
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German Papers Have No Hope
Berlin dispatch notes that the most conspicuous German newspapers express no hope the Allies will accept the peace proposal.
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Last Day to Gift for Soldiers on Texas Border
Families are urged to support the Christmas gift drive for Texas border soldiers. Contributions must be sent today to ensure shipment before Christmas Day, with organizers eager to know early what can be provided.
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Boys Arrested for Joy Riding in Atlanta
Six Atlanta youths under sixteen were arrested on a charge of joy riding in other people s cars. They reportedly chose unguarded autos, drove them around the countryside, returned them, then repeated the pattern with different vehicles. No damage or theft claimed, but police feared continued practice could tempt lingering possession.
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Textile Mill Proposal for Atlanta Prison
A commission led by army and navy ordnance chiefs, the prisons superintendent, and the postal purchasing agent recommends installing a textile mill at the Atlanta penitentiary at a cost of $695,060.
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Three Thousand Acre Timber and Farm Lands Bought Near Darien
Sam E Brown J Frank Burns of this city and F A McIntosh of McIntosh county have become owners of three thousand acres of timber and farm land near Darien. A farm of 125 acres already cultivates, with rail and river access via the Georgia Coast and Piedmont railway and a creek for transport. They plan immediate development and ship lumber and ties from the port, while court charter proceedings under Judge A D Gale are underway. The property includes an ante bellum home and deeds tracing to 179% and 1817, with no timber yet cut.
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Funeral of Junge Honges in Macon Today
Funeral services forinder Pobert HeoAdees at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Macon will be held tonight from midnight. Interment in Rose Hill Cemetery. Macon courts will adjourn tomorrow in respect to his memory.
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Causeway Construction Begins Near Jesup
Jesup Georgia December 12 actual work on the Lidowlei to Doctor town causeway started yesterday. Local business men subscribe generously and will forward funds to Ludowlei to speed the project. Wayne and Liberty counties join in, aiming to place the road in good order to the river in about four months. Wayne County plans to send twenty convicts to work within two weeks.
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Brunswick port to handle all industry wage navigation
A regional plan states that all industry wage navigation will be managed through the Brunswick port. Officials say the port will centralize processing, aiming to streamline operations and reduce delays for businesses and workers.
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Berlin Seeks Peace Overtures Amid Reichstag Debate
Berlin dispatch reports Chancellor Von Bethmann-Hollweg prepared to present peace proposals to entente powers if his speech in the Reichstag yields support. German editors and lawmakers voice mixed views on accepting terms, warning opponents and urging calm until terms are clear.
Flowers Sent To Graven McGougan Memorial
In a North Carolina town, hundreds of friends sent a car of flowers to the grave of BK L McGougan. The blooms were delivered to the Baptist church for a memorial service and placed on his grave at the local cemetery.
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