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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1918
Page
2
In a sweeping address, the president urges lawmaker action on reconstruction, emphasizes continued rail control, and outlines war debt handling and Belgium aid. He notes troop deployment, stresses domestic economic stabilization, and calls for swift peace treaty groundwork paired with public works to absorb returning soldiers and revitalize industry.
A collage of nostalgia on simple winter days contrasts with urban life and legislative changes that intrude on quiet evenings. Warned against overindulgence in magazines and games, the piece recalls modest comforts and the value of home. A separate note recounts Turks drilling for hidden ordnance using London canons in Saint George Cathedral, as per the Christian Science Monitor and Bishop McInnes.
A Chicago Evening Post reflection urges families to value returning soldiers by sharing time and outdoor life. It argues air and companionship restore health and happiness, portraying soldiers inspired by nature and community. The piece laments modern indoor life and calls for embracing outdoor living.
President Wilson sails from New York aboard the George Washington en route to Cherbourg, escorted by the Pennsylvania and five American destroyers. A strong Hoboken guard protects the party as rail and ship portage arrangements shift to ease arrival and departure for the peace mission.
About 500 to 600 munition workers discharged while on high pay marched to Downing Street to see Premier Lloyd George. He said he was too busy to meet them. They then moved to the Ministry of Munitions where officials arranged a later conference with employers present. The demonstrators wore fine clothes and all hailed from a single firm with a government contract ending soon.
Washington declares end to all sugar restrictions for households and restaurants. Earlier removal of wheat flour substitute relief also eases food conservation demands though pantry limits on nourishment remain advised by authorities.
President Wilson announced the U S delegates to the peace conference in Paris. They include Woodrow Wilson, Robert Lansing, Edward M House, Henry White, and Gen Tasker Bliss. The lineup reflects a mix of diplomatic and military representation with White seen as a surprise choice.
Washington reports 85 combat divisions and six armored divisions of the American army partaking in activities around St Dizier before the armistice. Officers including Maj. Gen. Leroy S. Lyon and Brig. Gen. Ell Cole led detachments across multiple units as the war concluded.
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