Peace convoy awaits Wilson Monday address on Versailles plans
The George Washington battleship, selected to convey President Wilson and the American delegation to the peace conference, sails from Hoboken under Rear Admiral Gleaves. Capt EdwardsleCauley commands the ship, with a crew drawn from the navy. The vessel's launch and departure timing remain tentative as preparations continue.
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President Wilson to Address Congress Before Peace Trip
Ashington dispatch reports President Wilson will speak Monday at a joint session to outline his peace conference plans and wartime readjustment efforts. Delegation details remain unclear with Velox officials and Associated Press noting personnel, travel aboard George Washington, and reporters en route. Senate resentment over delegation selections foreshadows lively early session debates.
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President Wilson to Be Escorted to Brest by Warships
Vessels await off shore to meet the presidential liner and escort it to Brest. American battleships likely nine in number and twenty four destroyers expected to join the reception. Plans discussed unofficially by British and French officials though no formal invitation issued. LONDON reports arrival in European waters and a patrol to mid Atlantic.
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American soldiers popular in London on extended leave
American soldiers and sailors are on lengthy leaves in London, crowding streets and lodging facilities. Hundreds arrive from France daily for seven day leaves, with many sailors granted first London leave. The sight of American uniforms dominates the city scenes.
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Wanted Volunteer Santa Clauses for Christmas Stockings
An appeal calls for volunteers to fill stockings for poor children on Christmas Day. The Red Cross and relatives join with local groups to organize visits and gifts. Readers are urged to contribute to the annual Christmas fund at the Palace Theatre and Journal clubs, with subscriptions collected Saturday.
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Kaiser’s Abdication Officially Announced From Berlin
In Berlin on November 2, an imperial document renounces forever the rights to the Prussian crown and the imperial throne. Officials, officers, and soldiers are discharged from the oath of fidelity to the crown. The decree asserts some former rulers may still hold influence while warning Germans of upheaval and danger from famine and military collapse. Signed by the imperial seat at Amsterdam.
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Former Kendallville Woman Dead in East
Louise Brown Wilson, formerly of Kendallville Indiana, died at her Pittsford New York home after a long illness. Married there in 1884, she and her husband moved to Pittsford twenty two years later. Survived by son George John Brown Wright of Tahoka Texas and daughter Dr Mary Laurie Benyon of Pittsford. Funeral services will be held at her late home Sunday afternoon at three o clock.
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Victory Girl Who Helped In Drive Helena Workinker
Helena Workinker of 14 East Washington Boulevard served as a victory girl in the recent war work drive and was among the Great Help to the committees in charge of soliciting subscriptions. She earned $15 for the local drive.
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Readjustment should end war powers, Hughes declares
New York talk at Columbia quotes Charles E Hughes urging readjustment after the war and warning against governmental control of industry. He labels such government expansion as inefficient and dangerous to liberty, advocating gradual peaceful readjustment and wary of political authority over business.
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Men who defrauded Worden found guilty
In Chicago Joseph Yellow Kid Well and Jamce H Head were found guilty of defrauding Charles H Worden Fort Wayne banker of 76000 using a fake sale. They were sentenced to five years in penitentiary and fined 4100 each. Witnesses J Chartos Komo Ind manufactures and Stephen Langworthy Ruffato Wyoning banker testified he lost 178009 and 12000 respectively.
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France to protest Berlin over treated prisoners
Edouard Ignace announces in the chamber of deputies that Marshal Foch will lodge a vigorous protest with Berlin over German prisoner treatment. He says reports by Spanish and Swiss missions show barbarism beyond prior regimes. Repatriation plans were prepared, with precautions to ensure all prisoners are returned from Germany.
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Host to Wilson at Peace Meet
The report mentions Joachim Murat and a historic tie to Napoleonic era figures. Mentions a town and a ceremonial price related to a peace meet. Details are fragmented but reference to Murat and Napoleonic lineage are clear.
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Densmore to Face Jury Over Mooney Case in Labor Moves
San Francisco reports say Densmore and unions push for a new Mooney retrial as authorities weigh evidence. A telegram sought direct action from officials while Densmore, near the Senate, refuses to testify without instruction. Labor groups threaten strikes amid renewed pressure in the Mooney case.
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Unclear Weather Note from Washington Forecast
Fragmentary weather forecast from Washington dated November 30 indicates warmer conditions and possible rain or snow mix through the weekend. The text mentions Indiana and Michigan areas with a shift to warmer conditions by Monday.
General March Announces Demobilization Of Major Units
Gen March states four divisions will return home soon as 3,451 officers and 79,663 men are set for demobilization. The plan covers entire divisions and adjacent units ready for redeployment.
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Fort Wayne Boys Are Included In Early Return Plans
Fort Wayne units figure among divisions slated for early demobilization from France under General March and General Pershing. The 39th 76th 87th and 92nd divisions are to return soon with key elements from the 31st 38th 40th 54th 85th 86th and 89th. Total American casualties reach 262 693 through November 26 with 18 100 more missing in action added in the revised tally.
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Thanksgiving Dinner on Bridge Over Rhine
Five American soldiers escaped from a Rastate camp in Germany and shared a Thanksgiving dinner on a bridge over the Rhine near Paris. RL Guan of Newbury, Florida. Jann W. Poindester of Carrhu ee. Britain L Barr of Washington. Sgt Hiap Scott of Kau Creek. Daniel A. Epler of New York sat at an improvised table with Germans on one end and French on the other. They were served chocolate cake wine cigarettes and chewing gum in addition to regular rations.
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Prisoners of War Repatriated Reception in Switzerland
One hundred six American POWs, the first released from Germany through repatriation, arrived in Berne. They had been prisoners about five months, some five weeks, and were met with a great reception as they crossed Lake Constance. Further coverage continues on page 16.
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Army reserves mobilize in region as consuls depart
BULLETIN EMMA Peru November 30 reports region’s army reserves called to colors. Three more Chilean consuls sailed for Valparaiso. Dispatches from Santiago and Lima dated November 25 say Chile and Peru recalled their consuls. Lima November 30 says the Brazilian minister received a telegram requesting his immediate departure to Rio de Janeiro.
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Corner Story: Heroic Flag Wave Sparks Rioting Night
In a bustling wartime street scene Harry cheers with a flag from a studio window as crowds wave from the curb. A sudden grab by Loni Deal drags him down while the bellows and drums drown the clash of voices. Deals exasperated retort recalls a muddled memory of Belgium and Belgian spring.
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