England Worried Over Failure to Hear From Poland
England frets over lack of news from Poland as Germany presses its advances on multiple fronts. Reports from France show slow progress for the Allies while Russia resists German efforts. Berlin notes the emperor’s health improves and South Africa reports rebellion near ended.
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Louis Botha
Union of South Africa
France Gains Ground In Offensive Near Le Quesnoy Andechy
War dispatches report French artillery advantage and gains of 257 to 600 yards in the vicinity of Le Quesnoy and Andechy while progress continues in the Argonne. Russia repulses German attacks along an 0 mile front from Hlow to Glovno and Cracow fights back. England Sink German cruisers Nurnberg and Dresden after a battle that saw Scharnhorst Gnelina u and Leipzig damaged.
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Weather Forecast for Bangor and Wallington
Unsettled conditions with rain or snow flurries possible Friday and Saturday. Winds light to moderate, temperatures near seasonal norms across the region.
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Joseph Smith Mormon Leader Dies in Independence
Joseph Smith president of the Reorganized Church of the Latter Day Saints died at his home in Independence Missouri. He led Mormon communities in Illinois Iowa and Missouri before the main body moved to Utah and served as church president for over fifty years. He was born November 6 1832 in Kirtland Ohio and spent part of his life in Liberty Missouri.
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Wilson to Host Christmas Reunion at White House
President Wilson plans a family Christmas reunion at the White House with his three daughters present for the holidays. Public functions are canceled as mourning continues, and a White House baby might arrive as a Christmas gift from Mrs. Francis B. Sayre in Williamstown, Mass.
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Nation's preparedness dominates congress debate
Washington reports the 13 December session centers on military preparedness as Secretary Daniels defends a two battleships per year plan before the House Naval Affairs Committee. He asserts U.S. strength while predicting an international conference on defense and strategy after the European conflict ends.
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War fears escalate as Mexico threats mix with border clashes
Washington warns Sixth artillery may fire across the border provoking Mexican border officials who call it an act of war. Governor Maytorena’s agents say naco port could remove danger to the American town and end international complications. Carranza forces rely on U.S. supplies and rush large ammunition shipments as Zapata readies to command after departing Mexico City en route to Vera Cruz.
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Man Struck by Train on Burlington Bridge in Douglas
Boo Miller was killed on the Burlington bridge above Douglas on December 10. A companion, a man named Black, narrowly escaped. The worker, employed by the railroad, was placing warning lights during bridge repairs when the accident occurred. The woman accompanying him survived by jumping off the car as the engine struck the hand car. The coroner and doctors attended the scene. the body was moved to town for burial. The woman, who helped her mother in a boarding house, was uninjured. A sister in La Junta, Colorado was expected to arrive to arrange the burial.
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Bell to command troops at Galveston
General Frederick Funston relieved from Fifth Brigade at Galveston and to be reassigned. Brigadier General George Bell Jr. expected to assume command in Texas. Officers at Washington headquarters confirmed the move.
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Bosses Lawyer Wanted 10 Run State Militia
Denver report on labor strike battle reveals Adjutant General John Chase denying compliance with militia directives. Testimony shows friction between Colorado National Guard and strikers as strikebreakers arrive. Investigation into the actions in southern coal fields extends beyond the expected Saturday end date.
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Hla
John Chase
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Initial plans for canal naval parade underway
Washington officials began first steps to prepare a program for foreign guests and ceremonies marking the naval parade from Hampton Roads to San Francisco. The plan includes ceremonies for passage of the international fleet through the Panama Canal. Secretaries Bryan Garrison and Roosevelt and Assistant Secretaries Philips and Roosevelt led the conference.
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Interstate Commerce Commission urges laws to curb railway capital
Washington December 16 In its annual report to Congress today the Interstate Commerce Commission makes principal recommendations including laws to control railway capitalization compulsory use of steel passenger cars and prohibition of wooden cars between or ahead of sleepers.
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American farmer can rely on own ability says Houston
Secretary Houston in a report to President Wilson argues there is no emergency warranting direct government cash or credit for rural credit. He favors private co operative credit associations and land mortgage banks, warns against government reliance, and notes need for reform in distribution and grain warehousing. He also requests an emergency multi million dollar appropriation for foot and mouth disease and outlines farm credit and marketing reforms.
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Odd Notes of the War Distorted by War Time Reports
London reports show American newspapers arriving at Buckingham Palace for the first time in King George's reign. Berlin says Bavarian soldiers will receive daily rations and cigarettes from the War Office. A Belgian village funeral reveals Mauser rifles buried with the civilian guard to keep them from the Germans. Berlin notes a German Iron Cross awarded to a pilot for bravery near Dixmude.
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