The Terms of Peace Reported From Berlin
Berlin advices to the German embassy outline peace terms aiming to restore the prewar status quo with Poland and Lithuania as independent kingdoms. They also seek full restoration of occupied Belgium and France in exchange for colonies and propose handling the Balkan situation in a peace conference.
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German peace move sparks Berlin note to U S Spain and Switzerland
Berlin reports Germany and its allies seek immediate peace talks. Chancellor Bethmann-Hollweg sent a note to the United States Spain and Switzerland asking hostiles to share it. Proposals aim at establishing lasting peace with Austria Turkey and Bulgaria sending similar notices.
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Spain
Switzerland
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Vatican
London Unmoved by Peace Offer
The Associated Press reports London remains skeptical about German peace terms. Officials note no concrete negotiation basis appears possible and British officials continue to doubt the proposed terms will advance talks.
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Dean
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Peace Proposal Stirs Capital in Berlin Move toward End
Washington dispatch reports Germany and its allies sent peace proposals to neutrals, with the United States to forward them to the Entente powers. German diplomats aim to test Allied willingness for peace while seeking to shift world opinion and pressure for a showdown ahead of any spring campaign.
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Germany
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Temulty
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United States
Washington
Belgium
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France
Erialy
Teutonic Army
Romania
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Allto
Garminy
Germany Ready for Peace Speech Signals Turning Point
In a Berlin Reichstag address Chancellor Von Hindenburg outlines wartime aims and calls for peace negotiations with hostile powers. He asserts German resolve, notes successes on the Somme and Transylvania fronts, and warns of submarine actions causing potential famine while stressing unity and unwavering national purpose.
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Peace Offer Hits War Stocks Hard
World war tensions spurred by Berlin peace proposal caused dramatic market swings. Stocks tumbled with Bethlehem Steel and allied shares leading the decline, while wheat, corn, and hog futures fell sharply before modest recoveries. Trading surpassed three million shares by noon as traders weighed potential peace outcomes and their impact on commodities and producers.
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Note Proposing Termination of the War
Berlin reports a note from Germany and its allies calling for immediate peace negotiations. The text argues their cause, insists on continuing military efforts if needed, but seeks to spare further bloodshed and present a foundation for a peace settlement. The note asserts dignity for all nations and cites fears the war could continue despite recent hardships.
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Commons Hold Brief Session Amid Cabinet Shifts
London reports a brief Commons gathering with Lloyd George absent and Asquith away. Bonar Law moved adjournment. McKenna urged delaying the vote on credit until Tuesday. ministers began reshuffling departments as Balfour resumed foreign affairs duties amidst Athens issues.
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Verify Report of Villa Murders in Texas Dispatch
A telegraph from a foreign consul in Torreon confirms the killing of Howard Gray or Howard Weeks of Parral by Villa followers. The message was received in El Paso and distributed via the Alvarado Mining and Milling Company.
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Alvarado Mining and Milling Company
Torreon
Coahuila
Howard Gray
Howard Weeks
Parral
Villa Tollowera
White Rats Strike Threat Looms Over Chicago Vaudeville
Officials of the White Rats actors union convened in Chicago to warn of a possible strike amid an increasingly tense dispute with the Western Vaudeville Managers Association. Joseph Birnes, chief deputy premier, said the union would strike when it could be most effective as managers prepare for potential walkouts and theatre shutdowns across the middle west.
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Chicago
White Rats
Actora
Calon
Iby
Meombora
Ustron
Vaude- Vile Managera’ Association
Middle West
Joseph Birnes
Union of Trindly
Proposal to shut down big industries in Pittsburgh district
Pittsburgh on December 14 reports manufacturers in the district weighing a two week shutdown of plants from December 23 to January 2. The aim is to reduce layoffs for workers and allow railroads to clear tracks of large quantities of freight carloads offered for sale during the period.
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Pittsburgh
Rett
Parral Man Alexander Ricautt Killed by Villp Soldiers
A man named Alexander Ricautt of Parral was killed by Villp soldiers during their occupation of Parral. The incident reflects the dangers faced by residents amid military presence in the area.
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Alexander Ricautt
Parral
King Constantine Mobilizes Forces in Greece
London dispatches report Greece under King Constantine moving to mobilize his forces amid indications of German alliance talks. Telegrams from Copenhagen and Rome note German troop reallocations on other fronts. Romanian and Balkan actions intensify with battles along the Vardar and Monastir fronts and Austrian German advances near Ploechti.
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War Office
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Rexton
Oprat
Varsar
Danish Steamship Stopped by Fire Near Downs Channel
A Danish steamship Olaf Muersl, en route from Rotterdam to Dover, was stopped near the Downs after a submarine fired shots, prompting the Danish captain to show papers for examination. The inspection lasted about thirty minutes before the ship was allowed to proceed. The Downs lie off the southern coast of England near Ramsgate and Deal.
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Unsettled Weather Ahead With Snow and Cold Wave
Weather reports indicate snow this afternoon and freezing conditions tonight across Iowa and Illinois. Temperatures drop further tonight with colder conditions and a cold wave likely in the northern portions, while Wednesday previews suggest fair but much colder conditions statewide.
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