War Finance Corp to Issue 200 Million in 1 Per Cent Bonds
The War Finance Corporation announced plans to issue 200 million dollars in one percent bonds to raise funds for American exporters. The sale will run through the Federal Reserve Banks and subagent banks nationwide, with proceeds aiding export credits and wartime finance. Bonds carry tax exemptions and will be redeemable in one year, bearing interest at 3 percent in some drafts.
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Shipyard scaffolding disaster at Herriman launches freighter Waukau
At Herriman near Bristol Pennsylvania a scaffold around the freighter Waukau collapsed during launch. Only four bodies recovered initially. death toll estimated between ten and forty as divers search the Delaware. Spectators overwhelmed the plank walkway, many workers and bystanders rescued or pulled from the water. officers cite crowding as a factor and keep the shipyard area sealed.
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Allied Guns Stop Red Attack in North Russian Battle
Allied forces halted a Red Army attack in North Russia during heavy shelling along the Dving and Bolshota Créra areas yesterday. An enemy aircraft escorted by propaganda drops over the railway line but no bombs were dropped.
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Richardson to command American forces in the East
Paris dispatch reports Brig. Gen. Wides P. Richardson reassigned by Pershing to lead American forces in the eastern sector. The 1919 note comes as American command reshuffles occur amid ongoing operations in Russia.
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Aguirre Statement Triggers U.S. Diplomatic Probe
Washington weighs a report that General Aguirre claimed Mexican concessions to Japanese interests for Lower California lands. The State Department seeks facts from the Mexico City embassy and warns California-Mexico Land Co. officials as tensions rise over possible American land rights and strategic value.
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Beautiful Riot Message Tied to Bolshevism Mentioned in Philadelphia
A German message claiming inspiration from Bolsheviks praises a Philadelphia act labeled beautiful while authorities report only minor disturbances. Officials find no evidence linking Bolshevism to recent strikes or explosions across eastern Pennsylvania.
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Humbert Faces Soldier Judges in Paris Court Martial
In Paris a court martial opened amid military ritual as Humbert sits defiant beside Capt. Georges Ladoux and Guillaume Desouches. The proceedings, led by Examining Magistrate Bouchardon, list about 200 witnesses and a 300 page indictment, with Humbert facing charges tied to funds and espionage ties to Lenoir and De Conti.
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Kidnap Plot Tied to Kaiser Attempt Led by Col. Lea
Special to The New York Times reports Colonel Luke Lea, former Tennessee senator, commanded an American party that tried to kidnap the German Kaiser before Christmas. The plan involved armed officers with passports traveling through Holland to a palace in an automobile, but Dutch guards intervened. Lea may face court martial or discharge as his unit demobilizes at Fort Oglethorpe after arrival from France.
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Paris Peace Rumors Stir Hope of Quick Settlement
A Paris dispatch reports diverse peace rumors with strong talks reportedly clearing the way for rapid results. Observers note demobilized American soldiers abroad remain disciplined and ready, while European political questions temper expectations of immediate withdrawal and stabilize amid postwar adjustments.
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British War Bill Passes Third Reading Amid War Strains
Parliament approves the military bill by 282 to 64 as Churchill defends conscription and war costs. Britain faces broad European hostilities from the White Sea to the Caspian and contemplates occupation expenses totaling about £133,000,000. Hungary’s regroups troops near Budapest and Bela Kun discusses peaceful aims while Allies push for guaranteed security.
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Paris Peace Conference Rumors Stir Expectation This Week
Paris reports say President Wilson may push for progress after talks with Lloyd George. French sources predict major decisions on reparations and the Rhine front as the big four confer with military and financial advisers.
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