Rumor, Rumor Denials Amid War Bond Drive In Allots
Washington reports cable censorship warns against unconfirmed reports as Germany capitulation rumors swirl. Amsterdam withdraws claim of German surrender. London press says no foundation. French senate backs reparations plans. key figures caution against premature peace terms and warn Prussianism must fall.
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Bohemia in Open Revolt Amid Food Export Protests
Dispatches from Zurich report Prague and Bohemian towns in general strike later turning to revolt against export restrictions. Martial law declared. German and Hungarian troops occupy Prague Pilsen Pisek and Tabor with fighting in Bruna Olmutz and Shoka. Machine guns and artillery positioned. population described as not intimidated and possibly armed.
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German Empire Rumors Tie to Kaiser Abdication Denial
Amsterdam dispatch reports serious events believed to unfold in the German empire. The claim of the Kaiser’s abdication is denied, hinting at dramatic developments in central nations.
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Amsterdam
Allied advance across Flanders nears Lille and Courtrai
London reports British forces entering Lille suburbs while Belgian troops move along the Courtrai Thourout axis and threaten Bruges. German withdrawal tightens, with rail lines and coastal routes at risk as Brussels and Ghent fronts see renewed fighting amid uncertain Romanian revolt news.
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Buffalo Bill’s Daughter Irma Cody Garlow Dies
Mrs Irma Cody Garlow daughter of Col William F Cody died in Cody Wyoming after an influenza attack. The death occurred October 17 leaving a family circle to mourn the loss of Buffalo Bill’s kin.
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Influenza Strikes Rio Janeiro Schools Closed
In Rio Janeiro on October 17 all schools are closed due to a Spanish influenza epidemic. Local authorities halted classes to curb the spread as health measures intensified.
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Subscriptions to Fourth Liberty Loan Fall Short Early
Washington October 17 Subscriptions for the fourth Liberty loan trail the six billion goal by more than three billion and the daily total across 12 federal reserve districts shows only 156 million. Officials urge Americans to buy bonds today and tomorrow as funds must average over 700 million per day to reach the target.
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Military Deficiency Bill Authorized for War Expansion
Washington October 17 immediate House action on a military deficiency bill totaling 6 845 755 000 to fund the enlarged war program for the next nine months. The measure allocates 6 152 062 600 for the army 107 217 000 for the navy and 70 000 000 for soldiers and sailors family allowances. The program envisions about 5 000 000 troops 80 divisions in France and 18 in training at home by July 1.
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Pershing Urges Liberty Bonds In National Campaign
General Pershing issues a call to buy Liberty bonds distributed in a mass mail campaign to homes, hotels, theaters, and streets. A pledge blank backs the 3 500 000 circulars as Pershing’s cable message to the American expeditionary force stresses unity, spirit, and support to secure victory.
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Women War Aids In Masks In Washington Street Cars
Washington dispatch reports many young women war workers riding crowded street cars with faces muffled in gauze shields to guard against influenza. The practice is urged by some bureau chiefs who fear disruption to war operations.
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Huns Admit Inability to Win War Says Bulgaria Seeks Peace
Baron Burian, Austro Hungarian foreign minister, told the Hungarian foreign affairs committee in Vienna that the central powers could no longer expect a military decision in their favor. He added Bulgaria's peace demand hastens peace proposals.
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Wilson reply raises question of postwar guarantees
The Berlin Vossische Zeitung comments on President Wilsons reply to the German peace offer asking what assurances he provides that military superiority will not be used by his allies against justice and conciliation principles.
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Yanks Shield Ahead as First Army Opens Grandpre Pass
Washington reports substantial gains on the Meuse as the American First Army chases through German wire and grenades, mopping up Grandpre and crossing the Argonne pass. Captured orders claim Grandpre must be held at all costs. 20 Prussian guard divisions faced the advance. 240 prisoners taken near St. Juvin, east of Grandpre.
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Argonne
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Bois de Foret
Eight Ships for U. S. in Week
Washington reports eight ships totaling 423,850 deadweight tons were delivered to the Shipping Board for the week ending October 11. Five vessels were steel and three were wood.
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Washington
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Theodore Roosevelt Attacks Wilsons Fourteen Articles
New York Oct 17 Theodore Roosevelt assails President Wilsons fourteen articles as necessary to peace calling them entirely inadequate and failing to secure a lasting settlement.
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Theodore Roosevelt
Roosevelt
British Renew Offensive Along Cambrai Front
New activity surrounds Cambrai as British forces renew their offensive along the entire Cambrai front amid ongoing hostilities. The move signals intensified operations in the sector with troops and artillery engaged.
Allies Liberate 20 Towns Near Courtrai
Paris reports Allied forces have advanced six miles and captured about twenty towns near Courtrai, marking a significant early World War I maneuver in the region.
Grand Duke Nicholas Doomed and Polish Independence Proclaimed
Copenhagen reports Grand Duke Nicholas of Russia doomed to death and news wires indicate Poland has proclaimed its independence. The conflicting reports describe a turbulent shift in European power during the era.
Draft registrations tally 12,966,594 in nation
Final returns from all states show 12,966,594 men registered for military service on September 12, exceeding the Crowder office projection by 187,886. The official estimate had placed registrations at 12,778,758.
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Washington
General Crowder
Garros Reported Killed in Action Over German Lines
Berlin dispatch states Lieut. Roland G. Garros, famed French aviator, was shot down and killed October 4 after going missing October 7 during a flight over German lines. Amsterdam was briefed October 17.
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Amsterdam
Roland G. Garros
Apple French Aviator Dead
A Berlin message reports the death of aviator Apple French in an air crash. The text notes the incident occurred during flight training and mentions details about the crash site and immediate aftermath.
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