Canadians' Spirit Unbroken by Bad Weather on Somme
United Press dispatch from the British front in France reports Canadian forces in mud and drizzle yet undaunted and ready. Soldiers exchange jokes across muddy lines while officers and men share a strong bond and confidence that Fritz’s fate is sealed.
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Somme
William Philip Simms
United Press
Department of Agriculture
Ottawa
FORC
France
Cable
Switzerland
Fritz
Micky
Bill
Vancouver
German Peace Move Seen To Slow War Effort
Washington officials say the German peace move may slow troop movements on both sides and sow dissent among entente allies while subtly encouraging German desire to quit. They note the timing avoids major disruption to ongoing operations.
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Washington
United States Army
Prac
Fighting in Winter Quiets After Brief Activity
The report notes that nearly all fighting had ceased for the winter, signaling a lull in hostilities. No further details on location or parties are provided in the readable text.
Neenah Plans First Community Christmas Festival
Neenah Wisconsin on December 14 invites all residents of Neenah and nearby Menasha to attend the citys inaugural community Christmas festival.
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Neenah, Wis
Menasha
St Jerome’s Church Forms Holy Name Order
In Oconomowoc Wisconsin on December 14 the men of St Jerome's church organized the Order of Holy Name to promote charitable work and community service through parish activities and local outreach programs.
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Oconomowoc, Wis
St. Jerome's Church
Order of Holy Name
Am I MKenna to Leave Supreme Bench
Washington dispatch notes renewed talk that Supreme Court Justice Ambr Mckenna may retire. Speculation centers on Interior Secretary Lane and Attorney General Gregory as likely successors, with Senator Walsh of Montana considered but less favored due to partisan balance.
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Washington
Supreme Court
McKenna
Interior Lane
Gregory
Walsh
Montana
Senate
French Papers Treat German Peace Proposals as Talk
Paris dispatch notes Le Matin dismisses the German peace proposals as mere talk with no concrete negotiation basis. It says the note is a reiteration of Germany’s claim it did not seek the war and only wished to protect its rights.
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Paris
France
le Matin
Germany
German Consul in Mexico Reported Kidnapped Returns
Washington dispatch says Arnold Vogel German consul at Colima Mexico was reported kidnapped by Mexican bandits then returned to Colima according to Admiral Caperton. The report notes a $15000 ransom was mentioned but it was unclear if payment occurred.
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Washington
Arnold Vogel
Colima
Mexico
Admiral Caperton
Navy Department
Vogel
Wedding Solemnized at Chaseburg Wisconsin
A wedding at the German Lutheran church in Chaseburg united Miss Emma Siedel and Adolph Lenser with a reception at the bride’s home. Best man Louie Siedel and brides maid E Kuester assisted. The Lensers will live on a nearby farm and locals hosted a party with music and gifts.
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Chaseburg
Wis
Emma Siedel
Adolph Lenser
Louie Siedel
E. Kuester
J. M. Aiken
Veglahn
Bluske Bros
August Bey
Stoddard
Emma Kitchman
la Crosse
Laura Lenser
Dr. Remner
Hazel Hoyt
Onalaska
Louis Bray
A. H. Mueller
P. Walier
A. Blaske
William Schwake
McHenry
Clara Hickel
A. J. Grosskopf
Harry Hoyt
John Blaske
Holmen
G. A. Hosmer
Milwaukee
John Monahan and townsfolk in Maulton prison notes
Viroqua Wisconsin report details John Monahan jailed for intoxicated assault after a Main street incident. Olaf Johnson nicknamed Fishpole jailed for liquor with a suitcase. Gardener Lamey jailed for drunkenness. A. L. McLees found not guilty on intoxication charges. Local work stoppages over pay, divorces granted denied and later granted, residents moving farms, new hires at Ford garage, and Third Regiment band expected to arrive Friday.
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Viroqua
Wis
John Monahan
Monahan
Monahans
Main Street
Olaf Johnson
Fishpole
Johnson
Lamey
A. L. McLees
la Crosse
Bertha Sawyer
George Sawyer
George Hall
Salem Ridge
Alderman
Ray Nuzum
Ford Garage
Tainter and
Harris
Kickapoo
Mary Alexander
Rogers Dry Goods
Walter Scott
Rochester
Minn
Maude Anderson
G. C. Culver
Paul Lawrence
Madison
Mark Nelson
Coon Valley
Early closing drives Chicagoans to Milwaukee for New Year
Milwaukee reports one o'clock closing forces Chicago residents to seek New Year celebrations across the border. Saloons and cafes may stay open all night, but music ends at midnight in Chicago, sparking cross border festivities.
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Milwaukee
Chicago
Prayers Declared Proper Treatment Wins Suit
In Chicago on December 14, Mrs. Annie Mitchell won a $2000 damages suit against the Chicago Railways company after a street car fall left her back injured. She refused plaster cast, stating prayer as her treatment, while the company argued for proper medical care.
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Chicago
Annie Mitchell
Chicago Railways Company
Community Christmas Trees Decorated Citywide
A community Christmas tree event will be held on December 25 as businessmen decorate the city. Small pine trees in green tubs are being placed at intervals along the principal streets.
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Oconomowoc
Wis
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