NG Battles Impending Across Fronts Amid War News
Reports from London on December 7 describe imminent battles near Mesopotamia where Von Der Goltz commands Turkish forces against the British. In the Balkans Bulgarians attack on Vardar front. Saloniki hosts nearly 100000 allied troops. Greek King rejects neutrality while Montenegrins push into Albania. Serbian positions suffer, with dangers to ships and civilians.
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Artois
Vardar- Dorna-Kerada
St 'Adler
von Gallwitz
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Saloniki
Vrenes
Greece
Id Bertlans
Albania
Budroade
Democratic National Convention Chosen for St Louis 1916
The Democratic national committee selected St Louis as the site for the 1916 convention, to begin June 14. On the first ballot the vote favored St Louis over Chicago, Delis receiving 14 to 12. Texan delegates moved for unanimous approval.
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D. C
Bes
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St Louis
Delis
Chicago
Alhamura Theatre Burns in Chicago Fire
Chicago December 1 The Alhamura Theatre, one of the citys oldest and best known venues, was virtually destroyed by fire today. The blaze caused extensive damage to the building and its interior.
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M‘re
Secretary Lansing seeks withdrawal of German agents
Washington December 7 Secretary Lansing informed Germany through Ambassador von Bernstorff that the United States demands the immediate withdrawal of Captain Karl Boy Ed and Von Papen as German naval and missile attaches. He declined to discuss the facts or sources behind the action, stating the details would not be disclosed. Berlin was expected to respond with orders to remove the officers.
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United States
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von Papen
State Department
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British Press Divergent in President Wilson Message
London dispatch notes UK papers show split views on President Wilson s message to Congress. The Daily News doubts Monroe Doctrine’s future viability and questions US political reliability while claiming Britain’s navy alone can enforce it. Other papers publish differing opinions.
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United States
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South America
American Oil Boat Shelled by Austrians
Dispatch from Washington reports an American oil tanker shelled in the Mediterranean by an Austrian submarine. Details on crew nationality are unclear as officials await further word from the cruiser Cress at Crete and other lines, while a separate engagement near Tripoli is not yet confirmed.
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E Marine
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Crete
Forgery Suspects Escape Jail Charge Spark Shootout
In Laramie Wyoming two youths named Williams and Maletrom Stork tan faced forgery charges after escaping the county jail this afternoon. Shots were fired at their escape route but no injuries reported. Williams was captured hiding on a nearby residence porch.
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Dee 1
Barence Williams
Maletrom Stork Tan
Greeley
Cole
Ceounty
Willlare
Bluckina
Wilsons State of the Union Address on Neutrality and Americas Role
President Wilson speaks to Congress outlining the war's spread and the need for neutrality to avoid global economic collapse. He argues for reorganization and reconstruction, cooperative peace, and a collaborative role with Latin American nations while honoring independence and self government.
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Sheep Imports Rise in State Despite Regulation
Dr. H R Millard reports October and November sheep imports into the state rose to a yearly high, with few disease cases and several evasion efforts noted. Inspectors conducted seizures and enforcement actions while importers faced penalties. Total departmental fees reached $1,145.67, with December funds available at $14,445.97.
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Kendrick
U P Store at Hanna Robbed in Laramie Wyoming
Police and investigators searched for suspects after a Hanna store was robbed of pipes rings and gold coins. Management reported seventeen pipes ten gold pieces and five dime coins stolen in the incident. No evidence of how the theft occurred was found by morning watch.
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Dee
Marschal Davidson
Cola Beng
Typhus Claims Many Lives in Mexico
Douglas reports General Obregon to confer with General Dieguez in Nogales Sonora as Carranza’s governor Carranza orders closing of Maloune to Lob and Lakedo to aid operations. A thousand Vagalindlang captives granted elanedty while a catastrophe in Mexico City and Puebla worsens typhus and other diseases.
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Sali Uist
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Carranza
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Aeeutdfang
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Aougera
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Puebla
Man Gives Details Of Murder Of Mrs Price
Mesneapolis reports Charles T Etchinon says he aided Frederick T Price in the death of Mrs Price. He claims the victim was tossed from a cliff after a car crash and describes the events leading to the alleged slaying. Price denies involvement and sues the city over a road hazard claim tied to the river bank.
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Charles T. Etchinon
Chilcager
Frederick T) Price
Erin Price
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Eam
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Prine
Severe Quake Strikes Middle West States
A major earthquake was felt along the Mississippi River basin and as far east as Paris, Kentucky, with reports of strong shaking and damage. Observers note the tremor lasted several minutes and caused disturbances in Cape Girardeau and nearby towns, prompting emergency responses and railroad crews to halt trains.
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Wilson Addresses Congress On American Defense Policy
President Wilson outlines administration plans for a stronger army and naval defense to guard the Monroe Doctrine. Congressional reaction is mixed, with cheers for unity and concern over military entrenchment. Diplomatic representatives monitor the tense unity amid the national debate.
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Lnne
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Whrathrer Porkcast Weather Update Fragment
A fragmentary weather note hints at generally fair conditions for Wednesday and Thursday with potential snow in the north. The text is garbled and incomplete, but suggests cold, unsettled periods ahead and uncertain local impacts.
Congress Debates Federal Suffrage Amendment Amid Deliberations
Washington reports a congressional hearing on a proposed federal suffrage amendment. The Democratic committee asked for views as suffrage advocates urged national action while opponents argued suffrage should remain a state issue.
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Washington
Peblin
Easen
Dreuderady Party
Achartoun
May Form Advisory Body in Hear Future
Washington reports President Wilden signaling plans to form an advisory body in the near future. Congress is to consider the proposal as experts and engineers weighed the needs of the railway system. The stated goal is to improve governance and address ongoing transportation issues.
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