Mackensen Close to Bucharest as War Rages
German forces under Mackensen push toward Bucharest with Russians and Romanians clashing nearby. Romanian retreat scorches supplies while Falkenhayn’s units push from the northwest. Danube crossings and line shortenings mark a rapid southern drive toward the capital.
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War News Summary From Allied and Central Powers Centers
Reports from London, Washington and Berlin detail Greek government refusals to demands, expulsions of German diplomats triggering protests, sinking of hospital ships Braemer Castle and Chemung with all aboard saved or towed, RAF claims of strikes on Zeebrugge and air sheds, British naval activity near Sandy Hook and Lowestoff, Zeppelins over England, and a British cruiser Newcastle sunk after a mine with casualties.
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RUMORED MOVE TOWARD PEACE BY US INITIATIVE
Washington reports that high authority says the United States has begun first official moves toward peace through diplomats in belligerent capitals. Public sentiment will be tested cautiously as South American and neutral European governments pledge aid. Emperor Karl of Austria signals no surrender, with plans delayed by his death and new ruler’s stance.
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United States
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Mobilization Plan Aims to Harness All German Resources
In Berlin on November 27 a sweeping mobilization law will be enacted Monday to marshal the entire German civil life. The plan intends to maximize efficiency and expand the empire’s resources through a coordinated national effort across the population and economy.
Jellicoe Named First Sea Lord as Beatty Leads Fleets
London. Admiral Jellicoe has been appointed first sea lord of the admiralty succeeding Admiral Beatty, who now commands the fleets. Beatty previously led the cruiser squadron at the Battle of Jutland last May.
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Jutland
Protest Reduces Price of National Bird
New York protesters steer households to an egg boycott prompting the President to hear appeals. Prices for turkeys fell four cents as agitation grows. In Pittsburgh on November 30, competition among traders and speculators caused a riot, prompting police reserves and leading to price drops and losses for speculators.
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Pittsburgh
Steamship firms present case at Alaska freight rate hearing
In Seattle on November 27 the final hearing on Alaska freight rates heard steamship representatives state their claims. The session featured testimony about coastwise shipping costs and economic impact, with carriers urging rate reductions or policy adjustments to ease freight burdens.
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Alaska Freight Rate Cares
Airship Contract Bid Won by Sandusky Firm
A Sandusky Ohio aeroplane company submitted the lowest bid for the construction of M7 machines sought by the war department.
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Ohio
War Department
Additional Eight Million In Gold Arrives From Canada
New York November 30 an extra eight million dollars in gold reached the city from Canada boosting the year’s total to five hundred ten million dollars.
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New York
Canada
Naval contracts awarded for over sixty five million dollars
Washington November 30 Secretary of the Navy Daniels has awarded contracts for more than 65 million dollars worth of fighting ships.
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Washington
N. Daniels
President Faces Diplomatic Problems In Wartime
President Wilson grapples with Turkish expulsion of Americans from Turkey and German labor demands for Belgians. The State Department pursues cautious new representations to Germany while Britain refuses safe conduct for Austro Hungarian envoy Tarnowski. James W. Gerard receives final instructions before returning to Berlin amid controversy over submarine pledges.
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Washington
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Rei
Charles Sinclair Survives Blizzard Escape to Seward Route
Charles Sinclair, a longtime Otter Creek worker, was found safe at Fritz Wolters’ roadhouse after surviving a brutal blizzard from Tuesday to Thursday. He traveled on foot for miles when his dogs balked at the storm, staying alive through sheer endurance and keen trail sense. A search party traced his route, and his tale sparked calls to better mark the Iditarod to Ophir trail for future storms.
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Archbold aide in precarious condition in Tarrytown
In Tarrytown New York on December 1 John D Archbold president of the Ste Company and close associate of John D Rockefeller is reported in dangerous condition. A transfusion of blood has been resorted to and five doctors are in attendance. Mr Rockefeller has canceled all engagements to stay nearby.
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Southern railroad men unanimously back strike plan
December 1 reports say President Peyton of the Louisiana line has engaged mediation to resolve a dispute with the employer. Workers are united in favor of striking, signaling a unified approach to the labor conflict.
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E Louis Railroad
Launch disaster near Glacier crew injures three. three dead
In San Francisco a launch from the United States supply ship Glacier carrying thirty passengers was cut in two by the freighter Apache. Three people died and three others were seriously wounded. Prompt actions by other launches prevented a larger loss of life.
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Glacier
Submarine scare prompts warnings from allied cruisers
Wireless messages went to entente vessels to avoid regular steamship lines as allied cruisers patrolled the coast. The four hour transmission occurred yesterday triggering security alerts in Boston.
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Boston
Machine Shop Moves to Otter Creek Facility
Pioneer machine shop equipment is being hauled to Otter Creek by J. E. Riley & Co. for reassembly and installation in a new building. Charley Courtwright arrived from Wil Tow Creek yesterday.
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Pioneer Machine Shop
Otter Creek
J. E. Riley & Co
Charley Courtwright
Wil ‘Tow Creek
Sir Hiram Maxim Dead in London
Sir Hiram Maxim, inventor of automatic firearms, died at his London home aged nearly 77. Born February 5, 1820 in Sangerville Missouri, he rose from a plain schooling to famed engineer and inventor with works including the Maxim gun, incandescent lamps, and the automatic firing system. He became England’s resident in 1881 and was knighted in 1901, leaving two children Florence and Hiram Percy, both prominent in music and engineering.
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George A. Cutter
Hiram Percy
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New Year Masquerade To Be Given By Pioneers
The local igloo of Pioneers plans a New Year masquerade ball and supper at A B hall in this city on Monday January 1. The change from New Year’s Eve is due to the Sabbath. The entertainment committee works on plans and prizes for costumes and makeup are expected. The Pioneer supper is famed and the event is seen as the winter’s big public entertainment.
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Aniak precinct reports Sulzer leading in key races
Election returns from Aniak in the Kuskokwim show Sulzer ahead for Delegate with 4 votes to Wickersham’s 2, and Grigsby leading Attorney General 6 to 0 for other races. Other precincts report Georgetown and Crooked River leaning Sulzer, while Marshall City precincts award Wickersham a 4 vote plurality.
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McGowan
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Ross
Georgetown
Crooked River
Marshall City
Fortuna Ledge
Big Outside Mail Arrives First in Weeks at District
George Adams delivered outgoing mail to the regular carrier and met Henry Martella with incoming consignments at Fritz Wolters roadhouse. Adams says the mail will leave next Wednesday. This is the first Outside mail in the district since October 11, when a small river route amount arrived, and much of the second class mail was frozen solid by the season’s severe trail conditions.
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Adams
Fritz Wolters
Henry Martella
Dedication of New Masonic Temple Draws Enormous Crowds
Enormous crowds attended the dedication exercises of the new Masonic temple in Seattle yesterday, marking a notable community event in the city.
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Seattle
Masonic
Villa’s Mexican campaign widens with Chihuahua fall
Desperate assaults near Chibushua see Villa gain foothold then take control of Chihuahua city and surroundings. Trevino abandons to join Murgia’s cavalry. Villa’s forces move northward toward Juarez as USBorder tensions rise and reports warn of attacks on foreigners.
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Villa
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Vila
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Johan
Border Treaty Aims Bandit Pursuit Across Line
Atlantic City reports the Mexican mediation board signs a border treaty to restore law and order. It allows conditional U S troop withdrawal from Chihuahua and military control of the border, with provisions for pursuing bandits into Mexico whenever the United States deems action necessary.
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Joint Mexican Mediation Board
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Chihuahua
Mexico
United States
Special Session Hints From Adamson Court Ruling
President Wilson may call an extra session of Congress early next spring as railroad reform and the Adamson law face Supreme Court review. The eight hour standard awaits a decision after a Kansas City judge’s ruling, with hearings sought and cases postponed pending the Adamson outcome.
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Washington
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Chicago
Carpenter
United States District Court
Hughes to Resume Law Practice in New York City
New Jersey judge Hugh Hughes will resume his law practice in New York City on January 15. His son will join the firm, completing a return to professional work after the presidential campaign period.
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Akewood
N. J
Newharles E. Hughes
New York City
Federal Reserve Warns on Foreign Loans
The Federal Reserve Board warns against foreign loans with a limit of 450 days, tied to a new loan offered by the Canadian government. The notice signals caution for investors and outlines the risk of restricted repayment terms under this arrangement.
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Washington
Federal Reserve Boards
Poisoner Captured in Burns Case at Omaha
Jean Crones wanted for poisoning Bishop Mueller and others at a Chicago banquet has been identified and captured by Detective William Burns in Omaha on November 25.
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Omaha
Jean Crones
Mueller
Chicago
William Burns
Famous evangelist retires from ministry in shocking note
Omaha scene reports Billy Sunday, famed revivalist, announcing retirement from active ministry. He cites health and a long career, with estimates of income from writings around $40,000 annually. Seattle dispatch notes King County grand jury adjourned after returning fourteen indictments, three of which were secret.
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Noy
Billy Sunday
Seattle
King County Grand Jury
Moran Fulton Heavyweight Title Bout Set for December 22
New York November 25 The heavyweight championship battle between Frank Moran and Fred Fulton has been lined up for December 22, limited to ten rounds. Moran will challenge Fulton in a landmark bout to decide the title.
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New York
Frank Moran
Fred Fulton
City moves to break up food price corners in Chicago
City officials began actions to break up alleged corners in food products. Investigators inspected cold storage plants and tagged goods believed to violate city ordinances.
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