Suspect Attempts Life of President in Pittsburgh Crowd
A man posing as a workman jumped toward President Wilson’s car in Pittsburgh today but was captured by detectives. He claimed the name Richard Cullen, a 2-year-old machinist, and carried a knife and two poison bottles in a bag. Police say he acted alone and showed no connection to any conspiracy. The president resumed travel after the incident, greeting crowds in Ataneo, Ohio, and Pittsburgh, with officials noting heightened security for the trip.
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Peace petition calls for neutral wartime conference
A petition to Frontdoor Wilton urges the United States to convene a neutral conference to end the European war. Circulated by the American Neutral Conference Committee, the appeal has 40,000 signers in England and is led by H. Holt with support from four governors Arthur Capper, Edward Donne, Woodbridge Norris, and Arthur Yager. The effort aims to win backing from leading American citizens and neutral states.
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Conference of Nations
American Neutral Conference Committee
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England
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Michigan
Arthur Yager
Porto Tico
Winter Snow Blankets Midwest Amid Cold Wave
A heavy midwestern snowstorm moved from the Canadian border to Texas, chilling towns from Minnesota to Illinois. Chicago and central Illinois reported 20 degrees, with strong winds and disrupted rail service. Weather officials warned of lingering cold into tonight, while Berlin reports Field Marshal Von Kluck receiving an honorary post in the Sixth Pommer Union regiment.
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You Kluck
Berlin
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France
Emperor Wiliam Eliot
Pommer Union Regiment
Six Convicts Escape from Sing Sing in Truck Carriage
Six Sing Sing convicts escaped yesterday in a truck, were tracked back to the facility. Frank Lutz and others linked to murder and robbery were captured. two more convicts identified as William Anson and Alfa Hauer remained at large as a large-scale break led to tightened control at the prison yard.
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Russia to Finance War for Full Year
London dispatch reports Petrograd indicating the 1917 budget frames for a potential year-long war. Total revenue and expenditure balance at 4,078,000,000 rubles with 073,000,000 rubles to be covered by credit. alcohol tax receipts drop from 104,000,000 to about 60,000,000 rubles due to temperance enforcement.
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Petrogead Aayr
Council of the Emptra
Renal Revenu
Riot Outside Auditorium As Women Attack Wilson Supporters
A chaotic demonstration in Chicago turns violent as banners and supporters of the National Woman's Party clash with anti Wilson demonstrators. Police struggle to restrain the mob while President Wilson arrives to speak at the Auditorium theater amid shouting, torn banners, and tangled crowds.
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Ita
Auditorium
Greek Reservists Clash as Athens Turmoil Deepens
Greek capital Athens faces armed tension as reservists oppose allied forces amid revolutionary unrest. Reported that garrison leaders desert to the nationalist movement, French police warn against press cooperation with anti-Ventrolox outlets, while foreign diplomats note no official U.S. recognition of the provisional government.
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Van derlip Warns Against Rail Government Ownership
Washington, D. C. Gov ernment ownership of railroads would be a tragedy, says Frank A. Van derlip, president of the National City Bank of New York, before a railway financial officers meeting. He argues federal control won’t solve railroad ills and blames public selfishness, stockholders, unions, and politicians for the crisis. He warns of a hardening of arteries in the industry and that restrictive measures have starved railroads of capital to meet business demands. He cautions against moving toward government ownership and calls such a path a national tragedy.
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Tabor
Ealfiah
German Military Leader Warns of Grave Submarine Dangers
Berlin reports Von Ludendorff and Von Hindenburg opposing harsher submarine tactics at a joint meeting. A private letter from Ludendorff urged unity and warned demoralization could endanger Germany. The broadcast message urged U.S. restraint and a stop to submarine warfare, citing attacks near America.
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Germany
Germany Protests Norwegian War Submarine Policy
German officials in Amsterdam report a protest to Norway over a royal decree banning belligerent submarines from Norwegian waters except in emergencies. Norway asserts it may bar subs intended for war and to pass through its waters, potentially restricting neutral shipping amid Entente pressure.
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Norwerian
Ministers Call May Be His Last
Berlin reports Baron Curian Von Rajncr conferred with German Chancellor Von Bethmann-Hollweg at Reichstag HQ. German wires say the Austro-Hungarian premier may resign. possible successors include Baron Von Monchebo or Count von Temerin. Italy’s entry into World War era noted with Baron Von Macchio’s Rome mission.
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Hague
Poco
Count Saeenon von Temerin
Austria- Hungary
Italy
Baron von Macchio
Rome
Oferea
Investigation into Death Postponed by Coroner
The coroner postponed the inquest into the shooting death of Richard Jardin until tomorrow morning after a night of uncertain events. Prod FE. Rutter is named in allegations surrounding the case, with details still unsettled as officials review evidence and statements.
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Teutons Recapture Ground in Somme Area Fight
Berlin reports retaking most trenches between Emi and La Barque seized by British on October 18 as German troops renew assault. British night advance near Conrelotta and Le Sars fails. In Somme region, British heavy rain and artillery losses cited. German guns blamed for driving back assaults. London releases detailed operation brief noting shelling of Loon and nearby redoubts.
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Somme
German Order May Interrupt Relief Work
Amsterdam reports German authorities may compel able bodied Belgians to work for the German war effort even outside their home villages. Deported Ghent refugees rise to 2,600. a three year prison term or fine may follow refusal. Relief work could be halted if Belgians resist conscription and penalties apply for neglect or danger. London notes English concern over the order affecting relief efforts.
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Banke to Accept Bills for French Industrial Credit
New York Oct. 20 Bankers throughout the county will be allowed to participate in accepting bills for French industrial concerns. They arrange a credit of about 100000000 dollars to cover purchase of goods in the country. The credit is described as the largest of its kind ever undertaken.
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Banka
Force Back Rumanians by Assault
Bulgarian and German forces push from Dobrudja drive Romanian left wing back along the front. In the Namiyavka region German troops storm Russian positions near the west bank and claim prisoners. Serbian forces capture Velgerelo as Macedonian front buckles. Continuous heavy fighting reported along Cerna bend with artillery and infantry clashes. Struma and Aegean fronts show reconnaissance and bombardment activity.
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Orfnano
Emperor Visits Champagne Front Amid Reports of Triumph
Amsterdam dispatch says Emperor visited the Champagne front on Wednesday and awarded General Von Einem the Pour le Merit. The ruler appeared in good spirits and praised German gains while expressing grave concern over Allied losses on the Beitinh and French lines.
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Weather Town forecast for fall night and Saturday
The forecast calls for generally fall conditions tonight and Saturday with likely snow in the extreme northeast. Colder temperatures are expected in the cake portion with slightly warmer readings in the extreme Went area tonight and warmer on Saturday.
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