26 Dec 1918
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1918
Page
1
Ten battleships of the Vanguard of America's fleet drop anchor off Sandy Hook after eighteen months of service in European waters. Secretary of the Navy reviews the fleet arrival with emphasis on readiness and travel back to domestic bases.
Ten battleships head home after eighteen months in European waters, led by the Pennsylvania with Admiral Mayo aboard. The fleet, escorted by air units and balloons, will enter Ambrose channel and pass before Secretary Daniels in a large homecoming review, marking a milestone in a wartime voyage.
President Wilson arrives in Chaumont and is greeted by French and American officers. A guard of honor from the 103rd French Infantry and the 12th American Infantry stands at the station as crowds line the streets. Rainy weather contrasts with smiling flags and banners of welcome as the president tours the town.
Yan H. Kaylor, aged sixty, died after being crushed between two slabs at Hotfmah Brothers lumber yard Tuesday afternoon. He was brought to St Joseph's hospital where physicians attempted to save him. He leaves a widow and four sons and one daughter. Surviving sons include Cecil, Melvin, Homer, and Two Kaylor, a former local baseball figure. Merle Kaylor also listed. Funeral details pending.
Postmasters and clerks faced a heavy Christmas mail rush with about 80 pieces handled by Miller and staff over two days before Christmas. The west office reported unusually high volume for the season amid hectic sorting and delivery efforts.
Soldiers and sailors furloughed from overseas celebrated a heartfelt Christmas in Fort Wayne. Despite influenza restrictions, homecomings created a warmer mood as civilians marked the day privately while city bars and Midters housed crowds. Residents felt the nation’s return and the hope of future reunions.
Five killed and several injured in a wreck near Chickasaw Oklahoma when a freight rear–ended a passenger train. The crash occurred after a freight train halted to warm itself in icy conditions, telescoping the cars and trapping passengers. Among the dead and injured are crew members and a lieutenant identified as J H McLaneen. details remain unclear.
Berlin dispatch reports rampant German Marines clashed with authorities in Berlin after occupying the castle and seizing funds. Delegations tried to negotiate with Chancellor Ebert and others. several leaders were arrested and later released, with 80 000 marks claimed as payment.
New York joins Dr J W Chapmian in celebration as war relief efforts shine. Citizens open homes to welcome sailors and soldiers, welfare groups host thousands, Red Cross aids gatherings, and ships near the harbor glow with holiday cheer amid war’s toll. Dr J W Chapmian, noted Presbyterian leader, dies after operation. services planned at Fourth Presbyterian and burial guidance announced.
An obituary note mourns the passing of a devout Presbyterian minister amid grief for a life dedicated to church work. It recalls the minister’s unselfish service and the impact on congregations and associates who describe his character and leadership.
Three weeks likely pass before the general peace conference convenes with no official word on how many governments will attend or the criteria for participation. Technical experts have studied the issue, and negotiations may begin after President Wilson returns from London. Dialogues with Lloyd George and Balfour could lay groundwork for representing nations, as conference terms unfold.
Scouts hustled on Christmas Day as the Flying Squadron organized calls to recruit age1 scouts. Bar scouts used the day to spread word while many families celebrated at home. Port Warne members and others were named in lists to be contacted by Saturday, with coordination at Headquarrows.
German forces caused heavy destruction through Belgium in March as Allied units faced their advance. Sustaining the war effort would require shipping 180000 tons of supplies monthly to Belgium to reclaim lands laid waste by warfare.
Herbert Hoover and William B. Poland outline Belgian relief after a survey of liberated Belgium. The food administration will ship 180000 tons monthly including clothing, financed by Belgian and French loans. The plan requires 160000 deadweight tons of shipping and covers northern France refugees and wartime shortages.
Weather dispatch from Washington reports mixed signals with no clear changes from Thursday into Friday. Forecasters note varying conditions across regions including Ohio and Michigan with temperatures unsettled and no decisive shifts expected.
Aboard the steamship Leviathan more than 7,200 children from New York and Hoboken orphanages and shelters enjoyed a Christmas party with turkey, gifts, and Santa. Sailors funded the event, aided by army and navy transport personnel, giving a rare festive voyage after prior wartime service.
Dor Mungen and neighbors near Harrison Street and West Creighton Avenue face a dawn disruption after a late night prank involving a Klaxon horn. Investigators find the car’s carburetor fuel line intermittently sparks the horn, causing a rising spree of awake residents until dawn. The Brokaws and Mungens live nearby and ponder the neighborly joke’s timing.
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