Germany and Allies Offer Peace Proposals to Enter Negotiations
Berlin and London reports detail that Germany and Austria Hungary Bulgaria propose immediate peace talks via neutral powers. They seek lasting peace by guaranteeing the four Central Powers’ existence and liberty, while Vienna and Constantinople extend similar notes to Vatican and neutrals. Success of terms remains doubtful with pessimism in London and cautious reactions from Washington and Paris.
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Associated Press
Berlin
Germany
von Bothmann-Holmwee
Austria
Turkey
Bulgaria
von Hethmann-tollweg
United States
Spain
Switzerland
Reichstag
Thhe
Vienna
Constantinople
Sofia
Vatican
London
Associated Prem
von Rethmann-Hollweg
President Wilson's Defense of Next Cabinet Expected
The piece states that every member of the forthcoming cabinet is expected to remain with possible exception of one. Congress is urged to focus on matters concerning the Army and Navy.
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Pres. Wilson
United States
Congress
ARMY
NAVY
Restoration of Status Quo in German Peace Proposals
Berlin dispatches report Germany seeks restoration of prewar status with Poland and Lithuania as independent kingdoms. They propose full restoration of occupied Belgium and France in exchange for colonies and aim to settle the complex Balkan situation. The notes come as the peace conference progresses.
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Ager
Washington
Berlin
Germany
Poland
Lithuania
Belgium
France
Balkan
Peage proposal in Washington discussed by congressmen
Germany's reported peace proposal dominates today's session as congressmen gather. At the cabinet meeting this afternoon, the proposal is expected to be discussed, with foreign embassies noting the development. The report underscores the potential impact on U S policy and diplomacy as December progresses.
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Associated Press
Washington
Germany
Wilson Silent On Peace Proposals From Entente Powers
President Wilson would not comment on German peace proposals as transmitted by neutrals. Officials said US action would depend on the nature of the terms, with possible urging for direct negotiation if proposals appear likely to be considered. The move surprised officials and diplomats who questioned whether the terms foretest Belgian and French territorial stipulations.
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Associated Prensa
Germany
Wilson Wes
Britain
Associated Free Washington
Rnew
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Belgium
France
Cabinet crisis looms as Wilson aides face shifts
Washington December 12 The cabinet likely will stay intact after March 4 though rumors center on resignations by Baker and McAdoo. McAdoo denies plans while Houston remains on leave as agriculture head and Baker may shift to justice if Gregory resigns. Daniels pushes for defense measures and universal training amid navy ship costs.
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Wilson
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McAdoo
Houston
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Burleson
Lansing
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Remora
Redfield
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Department of Justice
Vance C. McCormick
Democratic National Committee
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Supreme Court
Plan to retire state bonds with lower rate issue
New Orleans reports a state board plan to retire the entire 1.6 billion state bonds by issuing lower rate bonds. A 4.5 percent issue can be called in on any period at 194. A new issue could yield a premium sufficient to save about 750000. A subcommittee led by Governor Pleasant with Auditor Cepdeville and Treasurer Wunsicker will study and report.
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New Orleans
State Board of Liquidation
Pleasant
Paul Cepdeville
Wunsicker
Debate Opens Over Wilson Vocational Education Bill
Washington reports show Representative Lenroot of Wisconsin challenging President Wilson's education proposal. He objects to federal aid to state schools and plans an amendment to include labor, commerce and manufacture on the government board, as debated in the House. Separate notes mention Senate actions delaying the corrupt practices bill and a Greek army mobilization rumor from Copenhagen.
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Washington
Lenroot
Wisconsin
House Today
Wilson
Be a Good Fellow Mr. Business Man in Monroe
A 1916 Monroe plea urges merchants on DeSiard and Grand streets to join the Good Fellows Club. The piece notes dry goods and grocery merchants thriving, asks more to join, and cites a generous insurance agent, a bank book-keeper, and a Pine street charity donor supporting families and clothing.
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DeSiard
Grand Streets
Good Fellows Club
Monroe
Pine Street
Germany proposes peace talks in war weary Reichstag
Associated Press dispatch from London reports Chancellor von Hertmann-Holmez stating that Germany and its allies, mindful of responsibility before God and humanity, have proposed peace negotiations with the hostile powers. The message cites a wireless from Herlin and notes the Reichstag debate on the initiative.
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Associated Press
London
Herlin
von Hiethmann-Holmez
Reichstag
Germany
German Peace Talks Shadow War Fronts in Progress
Negotiations on a German peace settlement dominate today as military operations continue on multiple fronts. Diplomats and military officials monitor moves, while public briefings describe renewed discussions to end hostilities.
Roumanians Engage at Buzeu River Front Amid German Talks
Teutonic advance in eastern Wallachia continues as Romanian forces maneuver for a defensive stand at the Buzeu river. German activity observed on the Franco Belgian front with attacks near Desloges wood south of Somme driven back by French positions. Petrograd reports German divisions retiring from Romania, improving Romanian outlook.
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Germany
Wallachia
Petrograd
Desloges Wood
Somme
Paris
Fudickar Wins Rent Claim in Economy Mercantile Case
In New Orleans on December 12 the U.S. circuit court of appeals ruled Ernest Fudickar may collect one year's rent under the lease with Economy Mercantile Company of Monroe. The case involved Walker Glenn as trustee for the bankrupt firm.
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New Orleans
Ernest Fudickar
Walker Glenn
Economy Mercantile Company
Monroe
United States Circuit Court of Appeals
Fudickar
Auction of Lots in Terminal Heights Continues Strong
The auction sale of lots in Terminal Heights is a big success with about forty sold this morning. The sale continues this afternoon and interest remains high. Tomorrow the plots will be offered again at auction and, after, placed on private sale at the Monroe Building and Loan Association office on St John Street under Mr Harry B Phillips.
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Monroe
Louisiana
Natchez, Miss
Associated Charities
Natchez
Ollie James
Market Street
West Monroe
Shreveport
Estelle Barlow
Union Station
Associated
Terminal Heights
R. B. Blanks
Monroe Building & Loan Association
St. John Street
Harry B. Phillips
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