Wilson Eyes Vowing New Right of Americans Worldwide
President Wilson will return to Washington to confront the submarine crisis as Congress prepares for a debate tomorrow. Officials fear a German or Austrian reproof, while awaiting details on the Persia sinking and possible Bulgarian disavowal. The United States may unveil a formal doctrine asserting Americans' rights globally.
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Russians Start Monster Drive Across Balkans Front
London Jan 3 Russia pushes a vast campaign from Pripet to the Romanian frontier across at least 300 miles with a large force, claiming early successes and vast supplies. Gloomier notes speak of a plan to break the Germanic alliance in the Balkans and potentially subdue Turkey and threaten Austria-Hungary.
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Peace Pilgrims to cross Germany en route to The Hague
The Ford Party gains permission to pass through German soil to reach The Hague with the help of Scandinavian nations. They will travel by train and sail January 12 after the Hague conference as part of a peace mission. Henry Ford and William Jennings Bryan may align on a plan against preparedness but Ford denies joining Bryan in opposition to National preparedness.
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What’s Going On Today in Cumberland Amusements
Maryland Theatre Al H Wilson in As Years Roll On Grande Theatre Emmy Wehlen in When a Woman Loves Liberty Theatre Charles Richman in Heights of Hazard Victoria Theatre Pictures Belvedere Theatre Pictures
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Telegraph Correspondence and Local Editorials Spark Debate
Local telegraph correspondence and editorials reflect community views on mines and railway development. Residents share opinions on economic impact, infrastructure, and growth shaping nearby towns.
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Yuan Now Emperor Yet to Be Crowned
Yan Shi Kai, a resident of China, accepted the crown and sat in the imperial throne at a New Year reception. He was announced as his imperial majesty though formal coronation had not occurred.
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Yale Enrolls 500 Undergraduates in Military Battery
Yale University has organized a military battery with about 500 undergraduates enlisted. The unit will use three inch field pieces similar to the French 75 mm gun, with sixteen guns total for four companies. Drills occur four nights weekly, and a June encampment at Tobyhanna, Pa, will involve regulars and service ammunition. Carl Hellman directs drill for the battalion.
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Man shoots father in Beechmont in defense of mother
In Beechmont near Bridgeville, William T. Duff said he shot his father Thomas Duff after the elder attacked his wife with a pickax. The 74-year-old father died from a neck wound. Duff surrendered to police and faced murder charges. The event occurred after a New Year visit home from Brownsville.
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Huerta in Serious Condition After Operation
General Victoriano Huerta former provisional president of Mexico underwent an operation in El Paso Texas on Saturday and was pronounced in a serious condition by his physician Dr M P Schuster last night He was alive early this morning but in a dangerous state following the surgery.
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Delegates Greene and Shartzer Head to Annapolis Assembly
John O. J. Greene of Westernport and John Shartzer of Oakland, members elect to the house of delegates, departed for Annapolis to attend the general assembly convening on Wednesday. Other Allegany delegation members also planned to leave tomorrow on the Baltimore Ohio train.
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Lamar's successor to be named immediately
Washington on January 3 reports prompt action by President Wilson to nominate the Lamar successor. The nominee will be a Democrat and Taft is not expected to be considered. Lamar's body will likely be moved tomorrow to his Augusta home and the president sent condolences to the family.
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Baltimore Port Record Sets Sail for Grain and Cargo Surge
Baltimore on Saturday saw a record-breaking fleet with 23 vessels loading grain and merchandise. Eighteen ships carried cargo for foreign ports while the remainder headed to coastwise destinations, easing coal and grain trade congestion.
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Mrs Hugh O Rourke Dead at 81 in Midland
Mrs Hugh O Rourke aged 81 widow died this morning at 1 o clock at her home in Midland. She had suffered a sinking spell on Christmas and her condition gradually grew worse.
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Compulsion to Bear on Home Rule Fight
London reports Ireland's stance complicates Asquith's conscription plan. Derby did not enlist Ireland, limiting compulsory service to unmarried men. Nationalists led by Redmond Dillon oppose universal service, while Ulster factions claim loyalty to influence postwar policy.
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Germany Praises Austrian Reply In Ancona Note
Berlin reports Hamburger Nachrichten lauds Austria for indemnities to American sufferers after the sinking of the Ancona. Frankfurter Zeitung says Vienna has done all possible to settle the dispute and questions will Wilson acknowledge this without breach.
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British ship Glengyle torpedoed and sunk in Mediterranean
London reports the Glasgow steamer Glengyle, among the largest British merchant ships, torpedoed and sunk with about a hundred survivors taken aboard. The vessel, sailing from Italian ports, is thought to have many lives lost. Konkon Maru reportedly saved, while Glengyle’s crew and passengers are not fully accounted for.
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Central Powers to Enter Greece amid Greek tensions
German and Austrian forces reportedly ordered to advance into Greece to attack entente forces, while Greece protests the consuls' arrest and faces diplomatic pressure. Athens counsels warn of danger from central powers as Saloniki incidents provoke entente friction.
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