Eradicate Bolshevism in German Navy Prompted Executions
Reports warn that Bolshevism remains entrenched in the German fleet. Allies threaten to execute crews infected by Bolshevism as a display of force. The dispatch notes uprisings in Berlin and a move toward independent control, while one obituary records William Sayers found dead in his Seward home.
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Berlin
Amsterdam
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Seward
Associated Press
William Sayers
Seward Commercial Company
Bolsheviks Open Peace Terms Amid Turbulent Debate
London dispatch reports Dec 27 that Bolshevik forces number around 60,000 Austro Hungarian prisoners with Balkan and Chinese laborers. Food shortages loom in Moscow Petrograd as the Allies consider the pending peace terms amid an unauthorized government dispute.
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London
Associated Press
Christ
Salmon fishing in Alaska to be restricted next year
Washington Dec 27 Associated Press says the secretary of commerce announced orders sharply restricting salmon fishing at the mouths of small streams to conserve the salmon supply in Alaska. The move aims to regulate fixed appliances and preserve the harvest for the season ahead.
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Associated Press
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Vorwaerts
Alaska
Washington
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Tary
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Nus
Newspaper Men Feted at London Banquet
London hosts a banquet honoring prominent newspaper men. Lord Robert Cecil and other officials attended as part of celebrations recognizing press contributions amid ongoing postwar journalism developments.
Steamship Alaska Leaves Seattle for Cordova
The steamship Alaska departed Seattle for Cordova this morning. Onboard were passengers Julian Allawaert, LoL Presho, 11% Johnson, Mme TL Barnes, Mme Rose Chanquist, William Winter and H. Ditman, along with the press crew.
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Seattle
Cordova
Julian Allawaert
Presho
Johnson
TL. Barnes
Rose Chanquist
William Winter
H. Ditman
Press
Alaska
Former czar alive says nephew of Skorapedski
In Warsaw on December 27 an unnamed source reports Michael Kehthatehef, nephew of General Skorapedski, claims Mezor Nichoboe and the fon ny survive and are in a neutral country. He asserts allied governments know the former imperial family’s location but will not reveal it, noting the former czar wishes to be left alone.
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Warsaw
Associated Thess
Michael Kehthatehef
Skorapedski
Ukraine
Mezor Nichoboe
Fonny
Imperk
United States may dispose of small vessels
United States may dispose of small vessels with several American submarine chasers in European waters awaiting sale. Officials say boats are being sent to various ports and could be disposed of if found desirable, as the navy department weighs options amid wartime needs.
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United States
Washington
Sted
Thiniels
Woolen Goods Prices Reported Down Turn in War Bust
Lytton, a leading retail dealer in men’s cloth and furnishings, testified that woolen goods prices are falling due to the war boom and that woolen jobbers have begun voluntary price cuts. He noted the trend among suppliers as evidence of declining prices ahead.
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Associated Hoss Coorg Lytton
Jung
Titving
Assassination Rumors About Former Kaiser Reported
Paris dispatch says rumors that the former Kaiser has been assassinated are unconfirmed and details remain unclear.
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Paris
Dee
Associated Press
Depus Kaiser
Kaiser and Hindenburg Hidden in Spa Dugouts
In Spa Belgium December 27 large and elegant German dugouts were found beneath the former German HQ. Von Hindenburg, portrayed as Germanys Superman, spent much time in his dugout. Kaisers near an open trench system paraded for the movies. The town shook as airplanes approached.
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Belgium
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Germany
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Kai Als
Kaiser
War Prisoners Protected by Allied Troops
Zurich dispatch says a battalion of Allied infantry has occupied Mannheim to guard a prison camp nearby where about ten thousand Allied prisoners await transfer. The report notes some prisoners have suffered from mistreatment and at least one group was seen murdered, prompting protective action.
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Zurich
Mannheim
Reductions in Night Telegram Rates Announced
The U S cable office reports new night telegram rates effective January 1. Night charges fall for several day rate brackets while service conditions remain the same except for postal carrier handling. The changes cover multiple rate pairs and preserve existing posting rules.
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United States
Attics
Westmaste Burleson
Owl
Post Office Warriers
Million American Soldiers Discharged From Overseas
Sixty eight thousand Americans had returned from overseas by December 21. More than five hundred soldiers in America have received their discharge from the army. Des 27 by Associated Press. Washington reports the demobilization continued as World War I end neared.
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Washington
Assolated
America
Wilson and British leaders discuss peace points in Buckingham Palace
President Wilson met with King George V and Prime Minister Lloyd George at Buckingham Palace. Foreign Secretary Balfour attended as they reviewed the fourteen peace points, with Wilson leading the talks and expressing openness to accommodation. The visit included a long discussion by the fire, and a public reception buildup outside the palace. The President planned to speak at Guildhall and Manchester, signaling hopeful progress. Wilson and Mrs. Wilson will then move to Paris for New Year.
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London
Dee
Associated Press
Buckingham Palace
Wilson
King George
Paris
Alexandra
Countess of Reading
Premer Lloyd George
Buckingann
Forest Fires Burn Across Alaska Reserve in Year
A year tally reports fifty forest tires on the Chagah national forest covering about 4000 acres with damage near 000 and costs of 286. Thirty one fires were sparked by locomotive sparks on government railroad right of way in Anchorage district. Two from brush burning, five from campers and fishermen, and fifteen from miscellaneous causes.
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Chagah National Forest
Ieeal
Government
Anchorage
Fish price quotations from Ketchikan market
Ketchikan yesterday quoted fish prices including halibut and red rock, with sesame sale figures noted as part of the daily market report.
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Ketchikan
Fire Devours Forest Area as Blaze Rages Across Region
A massive fire sweeps through a forest area causing extensive damage and prompting rapid emergency response. Officials report the blaze reached its peak amid high winds before containment efforts reduced its spread. No injuries are confirmed at this time.
Fulton and Langford Battle Tonight in San Francisco
Pred Button and Herord are set for a heavyweight bout in San Francisco tonight as Fulton and Langford clash in the arena. Local fans expect a hard hitting show with Pageantry and strong performances from both fighters.
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Fulton
Langford
San Francisco
Button
Herord
Boston Colored Yeoman
Cruiser Chester Visits Copenhagen Courtesy Tour
The Navy announced that the scout cruiser Chester and several submarine chasers from Copenhagen were ordered to make a courtesy visit. The event, dated December 27, reflects naval diplomacy and fleet dispositions during the period.
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Copenhagen
Daniels
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