London Grasp Wilson's Hand On Royal Welcome
President Wilson's London arrival drew massive crowds as King George and Queen Mary greeted him at the train and on arrival at Buckingham Palace. Notables including Lloyd George and Balfour attended a relay of handshakes, bowing, and a royal balcony appearance amid cheers and a martial parade.
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Coffee Trade Resumes After Exchange Reopen
The Associated Press reports unrestricted coffee futures trading resumed today on the New York coffee and sugar exchange for the first time since October 18. The first May contract sale ran at 17.60 cents compared to 9.65 cents at the exchange shutdown. Spot coffee stood at 10 and three quarters cents, with a nominal 17 and a quarter cents cited. The article then shifts to a royal visit, detailing Christmas decorations around a national museum facade, crowded streets, and military salutes as the Brighton steamer ferried the president and King George to Dover, with Admiral Keyes and Sir Charles Cust in attendance. Mrs. Wilson observed naval evolutions amid the arrival. The president greeted by the Duke of Connaught and others.
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Ships to fly American flag in every world port
United States shipping officials announce that the American merchant marine flag will fly in every port worldwide. Edward N. Hurley says ships will be built cheaply, crewed in uniform, and used to carry both American and foreign cargoes.
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Bomb Thrown in Chita Theater Wounds General and Ten Injured
A man in uniform tossed a bomb during a theater performance in Chita. General Bemenoff was wounded and ten others were injured, according to reports from the city.
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United States Victory Fleet Returns in Grand New York Welcome
America's battle fleet paraded into New York Harbor as Secretary Daniels reviewed the vessels from the Mayflower. The home squadron led by the Pennsylvania and nine other dreadnoughts plus a large supporting fleet sparked a historic, snow‑streaked homecoming with crowds cheering from boats, buildings, and bridges.
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Berlin Sailors and Guards Battle for City Palace
Reports from Copenhagen and London chronicle Berlin street fighting as sailors and Spartacists clash with republican guards. The royal palace and stables are bombarded, attackers seize key buildings, and calls for resignation of Ebert and Haase grow amid mounting casualties.
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Zeppelin to be converted into transatlantic merchant ship
Paris reports a disarmed German Zeppelin will be converted into an aerial merchantman to operate between New York and Hamburg. The Echo De Paris cites reliable sources for the plan.
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Wilhem 3 Father Knew Son's Fault
London reports a Berliner Tageblatt translation of an Ernst Goetz letter claiming Frederick William II warned his son Wilhelm II about entering foreign affairs. The letter, dated September 28 1886 from Potsdam, discusses Wilhelm II’s early political exposure and his father’s caution about foreign service.
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Back to Private Life for Creel
Washington reports that President Wilson may have arranged Creel to leave the Committee on Public Information for private publicity work. Creel has faced criticism but remains praised by War Secretary Baker and Navy Secretary Daniels.
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Jowan Is Frozen to Death in Kansas
The body of Harley Crocker an attorney from Cedar Rapids Iowa was found in a pan cave near Cottonwood Falls Kansas after a blizzard. He froze to death while watching cattle at his brother s home during the storm.
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Lenine's Troops Cut Through Russian Turmoil
London reports Leslie Urquhart, chairman of Tanalyk Mining Corporation, disputing Bolshevik strength and describing morale, pay, and rations. He cites disciplined troops including foreign prisoners and criminals, criticizes Moscow reports, and notes European Russia stagnation and limited Bolshevik reach amid rising allied influence.
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Victory Fleet Nearing Sacred Departure for New York Review
Washington reports a grand review of the fleet that helped keep the seat safe as they pass New York on the way to home. Secretary of the Navy Dauleks will depart for participation with Chief of Staff March. The ships, due tonight from overseas, will anchor offshore until tomorrow. Daniels predicts a victorious return with the powerful dreadnaught leading a welcome home with pride. The fleet, in league with Britain, asserted sea power that deterred the German fleet from risky action in the North Sea.
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Christmas in Paris Amid War Restrictions
Paris kept wartime austerity as authorities继续 ban midnight suppers seen as wasteful. The city hosted numerous promenaders along boulevards, with American soldiers and British colonial men on leave among the subdued revelers.
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