Kaiser Loss of Army Control Sparks German Crisis
Berlin dispatches say the Reichstag voted to place military command under civilian control amid a looming political crisis. Rumors persist that the Kaiser will abdicate after Ludendorff’s resignation, with calls for abdication growing and a radical military shakeup anticipated.
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War Leader Is Quit Gen Von Ludendorff Resigns
General Von Ludendorff resigns amid near Kaiseredom collapse and Austria turmoil signaling a path to armistice terms. His departure undermines German morale and raises hopes that Germany may accept unconditional surrender as Marshal Foch prepares to present conditions. German editorials question whether Allied terms require occupation like Bulgaria or mere evacuation.
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Germans quit Ghent as British push nears Antwerp
London reports German forces are evacuating Ghent as the British Fourth army captures 17,731 prisoners between Oct 1 and 25. British advances from the Scheldt toward the Sambre threaten Antwerp and Brussels, with the Belgians and Americans sharing in the offensive gains and planning further operations.
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Brussels
Meuse
Belgium
Americans Push On Yanks Encircle Germans Near Grand Pre
American First Army reports rapid progress in Burgundy woods north of Grand Pre. Units closed around German troops in the southern woods near Exermont, with several aerial combats. Lieutenant Edward Rickenbacher engaged enemy planes twice, downing one aircraft and earning a promotion to captain.
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Kaiser Ready to Abdicate For Hereditary Presidency
London reports October 28 that the Kaiser intends to abdicate but will accept an hereditary presidency in a German republic. Reliable sources attribute the statement to German court circles and say he is willing to retain a political role if the people favor him.
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Two Steamers Sunk Off Atlantic Coast by U Boats
A report from an Atlantic port says two steamers were torpedoed and sunk off the American coast by German submarines. A score of survivors have been landed at Barnegat.
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Austria Accepts Wilson Peace Plan for Immediate Armistice
Austria replies to President Wilson stating it accepts his October 19 note. The Austrian government says it is willing to negotiate peace and an immediate armistice on all Austria-Hungary fronts and is expected to make more genuine concessions than Germany.
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Germany's Berlin Note Acknowledges Wilson Reply
Germany says its latest note to President Wilson does not require a reply and regards the October 25th answer as acknowledged. Berlin states it is awaiting the terms of the response and continues formal diplomatic exchanges through official channels.
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Mangin Drives Germans Back in Northeastern Front
Paris dispatch reports a powerful French offensive under Mangin collapsing the German salient between the Olse and Serre rivers. German retreat accelerates along a 20 mile front north of Guise to Mortiers as 2,450 prisoners are taken.
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Riots Reported Daily in Germany Amid War Strain
London reports persistently that daily riots occur in various parts of Germany with clashes with police and fatalities. The note adds that a shortage of raw materials, notably for explosives, hampers munition production and that the Krupp works have dismissed many workers.
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U. K. Express Rate Boost Approved by I C C
The interstate commerce commission approved proposed express rate increases set to take effect unless another revenue method for the American Railway Express Company is arranged with the Railway Administration. The decision was reached in Washington on October 28.
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Five Anarchists Sentenced in Federal Court
Five avowed anarchists convicted of circulating antigovernment literature were sentenced in New York federal court. Three receive 20 year terms, one gets three years for turning state's evidence, and a female defendant is sentenced to 15 years. All are Russian nationals and Bolshivik supporters.
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Hostages Shot by Bolsheviks Reported by Petrograd Dispatch
A Bolshevik shooting campaign in Russia reportedly has killed 68 hostages by October 1, including five priests. The figure comes from Petrograd dispatches citing the Pravda newspaper.
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Bnx
Moses Uritzky
Ussia
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Pravde
Many Die in Austrian Camp Descriptions Reach Rome
Official dispatches from Rome relay cruel treatment of Italian soldiers in Austrian prisons. Two escaped officers, Lieuts Vincenzo Eimma and Galileo Ianiello, report starvation and death in Camp Sigmund Sherberg Albania. They say prisoners were naked and reduced to skeletons with 30 to 50 dying daily in winter.
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Sigmund Sherberg
Vincenzo Eimma
Galileo Ianiello
FIX NOVEMBER HOG PRICES
November hog prices were agreed at conferences in Washington between the food administration bureau of markets and producer and buyer representatives. Market centers were notified but the prices were not announced locally.
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The
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Bureau of Markets
Crowds Force Saloon Closures in Camden After Epidemic
Philadelphia crowds spill into Camden prompting H H Davis Camden health board president to order saloon closures in the city for public health. The ban had been lifted briefly but revived as crowds swelled. churches allowed Sunday openings and schools Monday while saloons remained shut.
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Philadelphia
Living Cost Inquiry In Minnesota Delayed
Washington announces the department of labor will soon begin an investigation into the cost of living in Minnesota. The move is set to assess prices and living expenses across the state.
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Washington
Department of Labor
Minnesota
Generals Bullard and Leggett Nominated for Lieutenant General
Washington reports Maj. Gen. Robert L. Bullard and Maj. Gen. Hunter Liggett, pioneers of American expeditionary forces to France, have been recommended for promotion to lieutenant general and their names sent to the Senate for confirmation.
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Robert L. Bullard
Hunter Leggett
France
Senate
Snow and Rain Batter Kansas with Cold North Wind
Topeka reports snow and rain across Kansas with a cold north wind. The northern portion saw about six inches of snow, while rain totals ranged from one to over two inches. Snow is expected to spread to the eastern portion.
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