War turmoil in central empires signals major upheaval
Reports from neutral sources and state department briefings hint at dramatic upheavals in Germany and Austria Hungary. Censorship and censorship leaks describe uprisings, socialist movements, and disruption of war supplies, with officials seeking fuller truth behind battlefield and home-front instability. The United States monitors communications with Austro Hungarians and notes growing unrest and calls for political reform.
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Socialist Army Urged to Continue Russ Fight
The Moscow council of workers and soldiers deputies rejects the German peace proposal and calls for a socialist army to fight imperial Germany. At Brest-Litovsk Talaat Pasha opens peace talks with Bavarian representation. Trotsky notes Ukrainian republic representatives join the Russian delegation. Finnish front reports government control north of a line from Vasa to Kenholm with Majerheim increasing forces toward Bjornesborg. Artillery captured near Viborg and Petrograd. The Red Guard may gain reinforcements only by water.
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Council of National Commissioners
Stockholm
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St. Michal
Kenholm
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Karelen
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Lesa
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Red Guard
I Dont Care Creed At Suspect Linda Jose
Chicago officials quote Linda Jose of Youngstown Ohio claiming she carried dynamite for a pro German plot. They say she declared she did not believe in God government laws or marriage and did not care who won the present war. Her effects include the name of an IWW leader jailed Now.
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Linda Jose
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W. W. Leader
US Holds Up 5 Ships Bound for Spain
The War Trade Board suspended licenses for export to Spain and held five ships about to sail for Spain. The action follows reports of German influence and possible discriminatory effects against the United States and its allies. Measures against other European neutrals are being prepared.
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All Bakery Firms Must Get U S License by Feb 4
President Wilson issues a proclamation requiring all persons firms and associations baking bread or bakery products to obtain a license by February 4 unless already licensed or consuming under three barrels of flour monthly. Hotels restaurants clubs serving own bakery goods also covered. Importers and distributors of green coffee must license too. Violations fined under the Food Conservation Act.
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New Naval Submarine Destroyer Being Developed by U S Navy
Secretary Daniels told the House naval affairs committee that a new submarine destroyer, described as the navy’s most efficient anti submarine vessel, is under development. The craft, about 600 feet long, will feature advanced submarine fighting devices and speed faster than existing boats, with many units expected to be deployed within months.
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Navy Department
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Americans Die In German Raid Across No Man's Land
In fog and mist a German raid on an American listening post in France kills two soldiers, wounds four, and captures one. The attack lasts twenty minutes amid heavy artillery and trench fighting near the closest point of the opposing lines. Eight other Americans die from bombardment and related actions in the sector, while drafted Californians pursue the raiders.
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California
No Man's Land
Blackstone
Chicago
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Dugoit
New Crisis in Fuel Feared
Washington reports a looming coal shortage as weather worsens and rail movement slows. January output dropped about one third to 16 million tons due to a car shortage and heavy snow, risking widespread impact on ships households public institutions and war industries without rapid weather relief.
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Associated Press
Washington
Fuel Administration
National Coal Association
Wilson Seeks Delayed Draft for Farmers in Kansas
President Wilson urged delaying draft classifications for essential farmers in Kansas to maintain farm operations. He proposed furloughs during planting and harvest for those already in service, addressing the farm labor shortage and Governor Capper’s request.
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Russian Army Demobilization Ordered by Bolshevik War Office
The Bolshevik war office ordered demobilization of four classes of the Russian army today on January 31. Soldiers in Petrograd report the move as part of postwar downsizing.
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Petrograd
Bolshevik War Office
Argentine Vessel Sinks in the Mediterranean
A Paris dispatch to La Prensa of Buenos Aires reports the sinking of the Argentine steamship Ministro Irriende Jan in the Mediterranean on January 26. The New York transmission confirms the Buenos Aires source and notes the event occurred amid wartime Mediterranean activity.
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la Prensa
Buenos Aires
Train crashes into bus, 3 dead and 16 hurt in Nelson
At a Nelson Minnesota railroad crossing two school children died and sixteen people were injured when Great Northern passenger train No 1 the Oriental limited collided with a school bus. The driver said he thought the train had passed and did not see the bus until on the track.
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Nelson, Minn
Great Northern
Oriental Limited
Taylor Heads U.S. Service Reserve in State During War
In Wyoming Edward P. Taylor of Cheyenne named to lead as state labor commissioner amid mobilization of an industrial army for war service. Samuel Gompers endorses AFL plan and says 3,000,000 volunteers nearly recruited as state directors announced.
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Department of Labor
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Wyoming
Edward VP. Taylor
Cheyenne
Edward P. Taylor
Navy Expenditures Rise to Fund World War Effort
Secretary Daniels told the House Naval Committee that the navy seeks an additional 45 million dollars as part of a broader war effort. He noted nearly 2 billion dollars already spent on U S naval buildup and warned of further heavy outlays.
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Washington
Jan
House Naval Committee
Navy
Daniels
United States
Daniele
Explosion and Gunfire Reported Near Friedrichshafen
A powerful explosion accompanied by gunfire was heard toward Friedrichshafen this morning. A telegram from Rosenberg on Lake Constance to St Gall notes the blast likely stemmed from an air attack on the Zeppelin works at Friedrichshafen.
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Zurich
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St. Gall
Rosenberg
Lake Constance
Priedrichshafen
Train Collision Kills Four Near Sedro Woolley Station
Four persons died and twelve or more were injured when a runaway Northern Pacific freight car crashed into the rear coach of a Great Northern passenger train at Sedro Woolley station in Washington. The collision occurred tonight, sending responders to the scene as investigators began work.
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Dan
Northern Pacific
Great Northern
Sedro Woolley
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Rail Men Seek Large Wage Increase From Commission
Associated Press report from Washington states railroad workers press for an average 40 percent wage raise before the wage commission. Details indicate talks hinge on broad concessions and potential industry impact.
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Washington
Railroad Wage Commission
Ace
Paris Air Raid Kills 20 in Last Night’s Attack
Paris is struck by German air raid causing twenty deaths and about fifty injuries across the city and suburbs. Damage to property reported as bombs fall at several points. Asetchited Press dispatch notes casualties and destruction in the capital.
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Paris
Dan
Bolsheviks Take Kiev in Battle Surrender Reported
A dispatch from Peteurgail, via Evehoange Telegraph, says Kiev has surrendered after a period of Bolshevik fighting against Ukrainian forces. The report notes Bolshevik control and the city’s surrender as of January.
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Kiev
Associated Press
London
Evehoange
Peteugiaal
Strikes Endenthing London June Update
The London news roundup outlines broad features of ongoing events as reporting continues from early June. The article notes persistent labor activity and policy debates shaping public discourse, with emphasis on economic conditions and industrial response.
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Jun. S
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Fite
Wilson Warns Farmers in War Crisis Message
President Wilson urged American farmers to support the war effort and prepare for hard times as he spoke about the nation’s needs. He emphasized unity, sacrifice, and the nation’s economic mobilization under foreign influence to win the conflict and secure freedom at home and abroad.
Stocks Jump After Wilson War Letter Report
The market rose in early trading after President Wilson's letter to the farmers conference stated the war value would be determined this year. Gains reached about five to three points in the forenoon as industrials led the broad advance following publication.
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Palle
German Cities Are in State of Siege Report
The Hamburg Echo reports a state of siege declared at Hamburg, Altona, and Wandsbeck amid strikes near Berlin. About 400,000 workers are idle in Tegel, Alversnof, Spandau, and Mariendorf with similar stoppages elsewhere in the empire. The Hamburg commander ordered a halt to the Hamburg strike and urged avoidance of further troop deployments. The workers’ resolution calls for no annexation, better wages, and improved food supply, with no violence expected.
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Public Hearing on Oil Land Leasing Bill Opens Feb 5
Washington reports public hearings on the oil land leasing bill set to begin Tuesday February 4 before the house committee. Invitations and official statements list amendments proposed by Attorney General Gregory and others aiming to modify production rights and title withdrawal provisions. The Kendrick amendment to section seventeen remains uncertain as officials seek a measured response to the Wyoming situation.
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Kendrick
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