12 Dec 1918
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1918
Page
1
Lloyd George declares Allied nations demand a reparations payment of 120 billion dollars, asserting Germany must cover one tenth of its capacity. The statement frames postwar penalties and the scale of the settlement sought by the Allies.
In Dewsbury England Viscount Grey urges a league of nations as the solution to the freedom of the seas issue. He says Britain kept seas open in peace, notes US aid to blockades in war, and that both nations could align if joining such a league. He calls for a precise definition of the term.
British Prime Minister David Lloyd George tells a Bristol crowd that Allies' war bill totals 24 billion pounds with Britain bearing 8 billion. He argues Germany should pay to the utmost limit of its capacity and insists Britain will not abandon its navy despite calls.
Speaking in Bristol Premier Lloyd George said the English military service act was a temporary emergency measure that would lapse once the emergency passed. He stated there was no intention to renew it and that any future conscription would depend on peace terms, arguing against future conscript armies in Europe.
British forces entered Bonn and took possession of the Rhine river bridges. Bonn lies on the left bank about fifteen miles southeast of Cologne, confirming a strategic move in the campaign.
Washington December 12 an additional group of officers and enlisted men who passed through Switzerland November 28 on their way to France after release from the German prison camp at Villingen includes Lieut James Leake Columbus Mississippi Robert L Hollingsworth Ocean Springs Mississippi Moses H Winkler Meridian Mississippi
Washington reports the Food Administration will consider applications to export 75,000 tons of cotton seed meal or cake to the Allies 25,000 tons of cotton seed oil and 75,000 tons of vegetable oil.
John Lester of Tutwiler Mississippi, captured in a 1917 raid, arrived in London claiming months of starvation under German captivity. He says American Red Cross parcels reached Tuchel camp and supplied him and starving Russian prisoners, alleviating dire hunger.
Captain Thomas Ussur and James Thompson share experiences from France tonight at 8 in the City School Auditorium. Sent by the American Red Cross, their visit urges nearly all Monroe residents to attend.
Gulf Division A R C headquarters requires all work rooms cleared this month for the January allotment. Pinafores from September and shirts from October remain outstanding. Return finished or unfinished garments to headquarters by week’s end. Surgical dressing workers are in high demand.
A January meeting of Ouachita Parish goodwill organizers, led by Mayor Apgar, set plans for a patriotic holiday with a parade a barbecue at the fair grounds and a reception and dance for soldiers home from World War I. G T Cross named secretary and committees formed to handle details with aims to avoid last minute confusion.
Captain Thomas Ussur and James Thomson of the American Red Cross will speak tonight at the City School Auditorium on their overseas relief work in Europe. Sent from national headquarters, they will share personal experiences. curtain at 8 o clock. No admission and no collection.
Residents in southern Limburg express excitement over Belgium and France reporting a possible severing of their province from Holland. Forty nine purgemasters in the region wired the queen to protest and reaffirm loyalty amid the coverage.
Acting Secretary Polk released the note from the United States ambassador urging Chile and Peru to resolve their dispute. It states the U S stands ready to offer assistance alone or with others in the hemisphere for an equitable solution. The severance of consular relations is viewed with grave apprehension on the eve of the Paris peace conference.
Washington reports reveal Justice Department has assembled voluminous documents detailing German sabotage and espionage methods aimed at munition plants. Officials, including Director McAdoo, are weighing what can be disclosed without hindering ongoing government activities and agents.
Miss Helen Gaines suffers two fractured ribs after a street car collision at Jackson and Ouachita Avenue at 9 15 pm. Police say torpedo blocks on Lee Avenue tracks distracted motormen. fault cited as slippery rails and wet leaves. Gaines is recovering at her Pine and Walnut home with medical aid summoned.
Washington December 12 announcement of a new bi weekly loan certificates of indebtedness exceeding 500 million dollars bearing 4 12 percent interest. Certificates dated December 19 payable May 20 subscriptions close December 26. Earlier notes say Liberty bond issue may float in spring around 6 billion. Secretary McAdoo urged legislative approval for post war loans to allied governments for bonds already authorized.
Stockholm reports Generals Reeski and Dimitrieff of the Russian army were shot by order of the local Soviet government at Praprorisk. M. Rukhloff, former Russian cabinet minister of commerce and communications, was executed at the same time according to an official Ukrainian statement.
Copenhagen dispatches report Berlin's guard welcome to the Prussian forces Tuesday as a solemn affair rather than ceremonial, indicating a subdued reception amidst the two capitals.
The United States battle fleet, led by Admiral Sims, has left Portland to join the escort for the George Washington into Brest. The George Washington is to be met at nine o clock Friday morning ninety miles from Brest.
The Y M C A calls for more men to join overseas work with the army of occupation and other foreign service. Chairman W L Ethridge received word from State Recruiting Secretary A K Jones of Baton Rouge urging contact with willing men. Jones plans to meet interested Monroe and nearby town men Saturday, and will arrange meetings through Ethridge.
Amateur boxers from across the Midwest travel to Milwaukee to compete in the Central Association A A U boxing championships at the Milwaukee Auditorium. Elimination bouts are set for tomorrow night with finals for all classes, from bantam to heavyweight, scheduled Saturday under the Milwaukee Athletic Club.
Lieut Russell MacDonald of Ellington Field Texas arrived in Monroe at 3 50 pm on his return from West Point Mississippi. He landed in the meadow at A H Kelley s Hard Times plantation, spent the night in Monroe and made a light over the city at 11 25 this morning. He plans to leave this afternoon for Illoston if weather improves.
President Wilson concurs with Director McAdoo on extending government control of railroads to January 1, 1924. Senate and House committees will take up the matter immediately with McAdoo’s recommendation. Wages for railroad workers are expected to remain at current levels if control lasts five more years.
Director General McAdoo asks Congress to extend government control of railroads for five more years to January 1, 1924. He argues it frees politics, allows improvements, and tests unified control while the president backs the plan. He warns ongoing operation 21 months after peace would hurt morale and hinder updates.
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