King George to Welcome Wilson in England This December
London reports King George will remain in the capital to greet President Wilson when he arrives next Thursday. The British cabinet awaits December 28 election results before finalizing plans for the visit to Italy and the Sandringham holiday reception. Premier Clemenceau and Colonel House met Wilson today, and the President plans Christmas dinner with American troops. Belfast coverage notes Dublin seeks a Wilson invite to Ireland with broader island-wide meetings proposed.
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German Propaganda Active in America Says Hague Dispatch
A Hague to State Department dispatch reports German propaganda remains active in the United States. Professor Huinekmant, who directed wartime propaganda from The Hague, is said to head current operations. Officials note the information addresses reports of disagreements at the peace conference. Bolo Pasha Hearst ties mentioned. Senate inquiry referenced.
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American airman killed by German guards at Strausland camp
Lieutenant Coheeny, an American airman, was shot by German guards on Dec 18 after stepping outside the barbed wire enclosure at Strausland prison camp. A British officer was wounded. Doheeny's body was not allowed to be removed.
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Honor Medal for Explorer Stefansson
Vilhjalmur Stefansson received the Charles Day medal from the American Geographical Society for Arctic exploration and research. He urged not to civilize the Eskimos, noting prior attempts harmed their community by misaligned modernization.
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Marshal Joffre Named to French Academy
Marshal Joffre was inducted as a member of the French Academy, joining the ranks of France's Forty Immortals. President Wilson attended the ceremony in Paris to honor the French hero's induction.
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Revolutionists arrest Krupp works directors in Germany
Three of the prime leaders, credited as inventors associated with Krupp war plants, have been arrested by the revolutionary committee. The action targets directors tied to the Krupp operation, with December 18 noted in reports from the Associated Press.
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Lodge questions on German fleet destruction authority
Senator Lodge introduced a senate resolution asking the Department of State to inform the senate whether the American peace commissioners advocate destroying the German warships surrendered to allied fleets or other enemy property and, if so, by what authority. Dispatches received yesterday said the American commissioners approved the destruction of the German fleet.
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Esthonia Placed Under Allied Protectorate
The Esthonian provisional government controlling the former Russian Baltic province of Esthonia has placed the republic under the common protectorate of the Entente powers awaiting the Paris peace conference decision.
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Peruvian Consul Calderson Found Dead in Frisco
San Francisco report states Dr Louis Alvarez Calderson Peruvian consul here was found dead with a pistol beside him, the death sudden and under investigation.
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Pacific Coast Legislatures Open Reconstruction Plans
San Francisco and Sacramento report on state legislatures across the Pacific coast and Rocky Mountain regions preparing to address postwar reconstruction. Prohibition, workers’ issues, civil service, road building, and veteran care dominate agendas with Oregon, California, Colorado, Wyoming, Washington, Utah, and New Mexico drafting measures for transition from war to peace.
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Alaska Fish Prices Report from Ketchikan Market
In Ketchikan on December 19, prices for fish showed halibut at 15 cents, sablefish at Be, red rock at 2 percent.
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Ebert Resigns Amid Stormy Berlin Session
Berlin reports say German Chancellor Ebert resigned after a turbulent meeting of soldiers and workers councils. Landsburg denounced government methods while Premier Ber has stepped down, and a conference of representatives from former German states is set for December 29 to elect a new president of the German republic.
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Former Kaiser Broken Down In Health And Spirits
Amster dam December 1 Former Kaiser Wilhelm II reportedly is in deteriorating health and spirits. Worries and confinement have aged his appearance with a pale face gray hair and deep lines. The empress is said to be at his side as he endures declining strength and cold feet amid health concerns.
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Gaize Bridge Destroyed by German Mine
A German mine planted in a bridge at Galze exploded, killing fifteen people and injuring twenty five. The blast occurred after the armistice began and will be the subject of ongoing coverage in forthcoming days.
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Chevronsthor Discharges U.S. Soldiers Honorary Chevrons
Washington December 19 Secretary of War directs that every honorably discharged U.S. soldier receive two scarlet service chevrons to wear on the sleeve as recognition of his service abroad. Chevron shapes match those awarded for prior service.
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GILLETT RUNS FOR SPEAKER OF NEXT HOUSE
Massachusetts Representative Gil lett declares candidacy for speaker of the next House opposing Republican leader Joe Cant sonr. later reference to former Speaker Mann and related party dynamics.
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Alaska's Honor Roll
The War Department lists the deaths at Camp Dodge Iowa including Private Nick Gustin Juneau Cook John BE Nye Private Harry A Shelton Ketchikan Private Bliss Soskier Kennecott Private John E Olson Nome
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Hog Island Shipyard Proposal and Status Update
Washington December 1 The Emergency Fleet Corporation reports six point eight million dollars spent on Hog Island yard near Philadelphia. The project completed in sixty days has delivered one ship and laid fifty keels. Original estimates of twenty one million dollars rose to twenty seven million after review. A survey next month will decide if government operations continue.
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King Victor Ammanuel Arrives in Paris with Heir
King Victor Ammanuel of Italy and his son arrived in Paris today. They were greeted by President Poincare and Premier Clemenceau as crowds gathered. A holiday was declared to honor the allied monarchs.
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Alaskans Stranded Seek Lodgings as New Hotel Opens
About two hundred Alaskans arriving on the North Lite Saturday night crowded the streets seeking a place to sleep. With few accommodations available, many slept in hotel lobbies or chairs while another hotelier opened rooms to house them. The crowd pushed the new hotelier to offer shelter.
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