Extradition Question Looms Over Kaiser Case
London reports law officers are analyzing extradition of the former German emperor after Britain and allies pursued charges for the Lusitania sinking and related attacks. Holland may resist surrender without Germany’s consent, while French authorities weigh the evidence and legal precedents.
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Holland
Germany
London
Evening News
MO Clemenctau
Charles Lyon-Caed
Faculty of Law
University of Paris
William of
Navy Commander Thrown Overboard in Scotland
In Graoten Firth of Perth Scotland a German torpedo boat destroyer was in port when a British officer questioned the fate of its commander. A junior officer said the commander "gave us some trouble four days ago," so the crew threw him overboard. A German workers' council representative on the destroyer confirmed the incident.
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Graoten
Firth of Perth
Scotland
Deportation of 82000 Greeks amid Bulgarian occupation
Officials report that Bulgaria deported 82 000 Greek residents from eastern Macedonia during the occupation. Sub-prefect M Divaropoulos was forced to work in the central deported persons bureau at Choumalo. Many deportees died from famine torture and forced labor. In Kitchevo Greeks were burned alive over typhus claims.
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Saloniki
Eastern Macedonia
M. Divaropoulos
Demir-Hissar
Choumla O
Kitchevo
Aerial Statistics London Reveals Bombing Raids
Statistics from the Independent Air Forces show that in the 13 months before the armistice British aviators conducted 709 bombing raids. Of these, 374 targeted large German towns, 299 struck Rhine defence airdromes, and 186 targeted other sites.
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London
Independent Air Forces
Rhine
Britain Ready To Honor Wilson In London
British officials discuss plans to welcome President Wilson with a ceremonial reception, possibly meeting the presidential party with warships and escorting them to port. A ceremony at Myrrhometh site may recall the pilgrims' voyage, while editorials note Wilson's pivotal role in international affairs and peacemaking. The Times urges attendance in Paris and Europe, deeming his presence essential to shaping pre peace conference discussions.
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London
Aecoen
Wilson
Myrmometh
Paris
Times
Europe
Peru Chile Apology Ends Consular Dispute
Peru apologizes for misreporting outbreaks against Chilean citizens in Iquique and Antofagasta. The Peruvian consul in Iquique had his authority cancelled. Chilean foreign affairs minister confirms the apology ends the recall of consuls and the dispute.
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New York
Peru
Chile
Carlos Castro Ruiz
Ruiz
Seived
Iquique
Antofagasta
Lima
Favors for Ex Kaiser Must Stop Says Petit Journal
The Petit Journal argues the former German emperor is treated as a sovereign, not a private man, with official telegraph status to Amerongen jena. It says allied powers should insist on ending favors to prevent him from causing further harm.
Possible Allied Occupation of Central Europe Stated
The article suggests a looming prospect that the allies may be compelled to militarily occupy a large portion of central and eastern Europe while the League of Nations settles the resulting difficulties. It frames the occupation as increasingly probable amid postwar tensions.
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Europe
Paris
League of Nations
Joseph in Egypt a tale of faith and exaltation
The text discusses Joseph interpreting dreams, facing suffering, and enduring as part of God’s plan. It links his rise to power under Pharaoh with Christ’s future salvation role, noting his naturalization, marriage to Asenath, and wise administration to save Egypt and the world from famine.
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Jack
Joseph
Joeseph
Eldren
Egypt
Potiphar
Christ
Zapnath-paancah
Llite
Asenath
German Troop Crossing Through Limburg Questioned
The note from the Dutch legation stating German troops could cross Limburg for Belgian protection after allied agreement is deemed inaccurate by the Havas agency. Allied representatives were only informed of the authorization after German passage, and neutrality violations were not voiced beforehand.
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Legation
Limburg
Allied Representa
Havas
Fleet May Be Sunk To Avert Allied Ownership Disputes
London reports that after a peace conference inspection of German battleships and cruisers held by the entente, ownership will be finally settled and the vessels probably sunk to prevent future controversies over division among allies. Entente naval experts will inspect further.
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London
Entente
L_rtemte
Washington sees hopeful turn in Russian crisis
State Department notes General Semenoff refuses to recognize Admiral Kolchak regime but says Semenoff forces have dwindled since last summer. Allied hopes center on Kolchak stabilizing the dissension and continuing rehabilitation of Russia under the all Russian government. Chinese eastern railway kept open by allied troops amid tensions as Siberian garrison shifts occur.
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Washington
State Department
Semnov
Trans- Baikal
Admiral Kolchak
Omek
Eral Semenoff
Kolchak
Semenoff
Russia
Ain
Chines
Siberia
President to travel to Europe for peace conference opening
President Wilton plans a Europe trip to attend the peace conference opening and expects to return within six weeks after departure. Details remain scarce beyond initial plans to leave after Congress adjourns and to confer with Entente leaders in advance. Correspondents will travel aboard a naval vessel with full facilities for dispatches.
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Washington
Wilton
Europe
America
Canada’s Troops To Enter Germany Regimental Colors Reclaimed
A London cable reports Canadian forces prepare for trial entry into Germany with battalions marching in and tying colors while bands play. Regimental colors long held in churches across the British Isles are being reclaimed for safe keeping, including at Westminster Abbey St Paul’s and Belfast’s St Annes. The Princess Patricia’s regiment is noted for keeping its flag at headquarters with the colonel.
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Toronto
London
Canada
Germany
British Isles
Westminster Abbey
St Paul's
Katectane Cathedral
St. Giles’ Cathedral
Edinburgh
St. Annes
Belfast
Princess Patricia
Postwar Jobs Openings for Canadian Expeditionary Force
Among 124000 CEF members, over 50000 who do not want farming after the war report that their pre enlistment positions would be available to them. This indicates widespread anticipated job mobility for returning soldiers.
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Ottawa
Canadian Expeditionary Forces
Break Up Air Force 12000 Mechanics Cadets Forecast
Toronto reports plans within two months to disperse the 12 000 mechanics and cadets who form the air force group. The article notes a coming reorganization and possible reassignment of personnel by year end.
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Toronto
Sinking of Ticonderoga and rafted survival described
Daily Telegraph correspondent recounts the German submarine Deutschland sinking the Ticonderoga. The captain died. gunners were killed. many crew drowned as fire spread. Lieut Fulcher waved a pillow slip as a white flag and was captured. A German-speaking American on a raft begged for aid, but the submarine commander ignored him.
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London
Lieut
Fulcher
Ticonderoga
Daily Telegraph
Felcher
Churchill vows no restoration of German or Turkish colonies
Winston Spencer Churchill speaking in Dundee insisted a league of nations cannot replace British fleet supremacy. He said Germany will not have its colonies restored and Turkey will not regain conquered territories.
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Winston Churchill
Turkey
London
Winston Spencer Churchill
Dundee
League of Nations
Germany
Free Returns Home for British War Workers
The minister of labor instructed that all British subjects who left for Great Britain to work on government contracts during the war will be provided free conveyance home. Wives and children who accompanied them to England or Scotland will also be eligible.
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Ottawa
Lobor
Great Britain
England
Scotland
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