U S Nearing War As Wilson Urges Peace For Neutrality
Washington December 21 The United States faces grave danger of being drawn into war as President Wilson states that while protecting neutral rights remains paramount the nation must know belligerents terms for peace. Secretary Lansing explains the note seeks to safeguard material rights and regulate conduct amid growing submarine threats and German and Allied actions.
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Turbulent New York Stock Market Reacts to Wilson Peace Note
Turbulent day on the New York Stock Exchange as President Wilson's peace note and Secretary Lansing's remarks trigger a broad market selloff. Union Pacific leads declines while rail stocks and steel firms plunge, with about 1.36 million shares trading and a volatile swing from gains to losses amid liquidation and renewed recession fears.
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Bloomfield Coal Company seeks injunction against city
In Des Moines the Bloomfield Coal Company petitioned a district court for an injunction to stop the city from selling coal shipments intended for distribution to the poor. Mayor MacVicar and city officials faced a hearing. service accepted by the city clerk as the mayor skipped city hall. The case reflects tensions over municipal coal distribution and related political maneuvering.
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General Scott to face House committee on mobilization
Washington December 21 General Scott chief of staff of the army faced a House military committee where National Guard officers pressed him over yesterday s reference to mobilization proof and Guard funds. After hearings Scott will be recalled for further exam by Chairman Chamberlain and others as Lt Governor Lloyd of Maryland and Guard champion James E.
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City Pays Tribute to W L Roach Funeral Rites Held
A funeral service for William L. Roach drew Davenport’s civic leaders and prominent residents to First Methodist Episcopal Church after a private home service on Mulberry Avenue. The city paused as business houses closed, honoring a man whose influence touched many sectors. Public officials, businessmen, and out-of-town guests attended, with pallbearers drawn from Roach’s factory workers and local firms.
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City Seeks Relief for Battery Boys Amid Docking Strikes
A Davenport Muscatine joint committee reports worsening battery shed conditions, citing crowded space, hazardous drafts, and inadequate warming. Delegations to General Barry, War Secretary, and Congress seek permission to move troops to Davenport Coliseum while hospitalizations rise and residents press for safer quarters.
Population shift to cities continues in United States
The Census Bureau reports 40.9 percent of Americans live in cities over 8,000, up from 28.9 percent in 1910, with total continental population estimated at 102,017,812 and all U S territories at 112,444,020. Growth varies by state with Florida and Iowa higher, Wyoming lower, and many major cities named with figures such as New York 5,602,841 and Philadelphia 1,308,518.
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Changes in French Staff Signs Key Promotion
A news brief notes shifts in the French high command as a presidential decree promotes Seigndier Gener Ferdinand Anzuate Pont to general of division for the war duration. General Pont, an artillery officer, rises after early staff service and rapid recognition by General Votre.
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Congress to Vote on Liquor Amendment in Senate
Washington December 21 The national prohibition constitutional amendment, altered from its form, was favorably reported by the Senate Judiciary Committee by 13 to 4. Senator Culberson Reed and Brandegee opposed the report. The measure would prohibit manufacture and sale of intoxicating liquors within the United States and territories with enforcement power given to Congress while not limiting states. Senator Cumming said the amendment will be brought to a vote in this session and may pass, though a two thirds majority is not assured.
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Renate Committee
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Villa Plans Attack On Torreon Reported
Refugees arriving from Parral via Torreon say Villa plans assault on Torreon with forces advancing from the north and expected from the east. Americans report fear of an imminent attack as many residents flee while government agents monitor conditions in Torreon.
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Weather Forecast for Illinois and Nearby Areas
Partial clouds expected tonight and Friday with rising temperatures. Midwest region foresees cooler evenings, with no significant precipitation noted. Highs and lows drift modestly asents trend toward drier conditions for the period.
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