Railroad Control Bill in Congress Funds for Lines and Mines
Government moves to take over railroads during war. A $500 million fund would equip lines and extend maintenance with compensation to owners. Federal control to continue after the war unless Congress acts. Debates focus on fair values, stockholder protection, and ensuring rail service remains efficient nationwide.
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McAdoo Seeks 800 Million to Speed Merchant Shipyards
Washington reports Secretary McAdoo asked Congress for 800 million dollars to accelerate shipbuilding and to erect worker housing. The request expands Shipping Board authority to 1 035 000 000 and adds 82 million for plants and materials. A Senate inquiry urged commandeering ferries and improving transit to shipyards with New York Public Service Commission aid.
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Rail unions press for government handling of railways
Representatives of four railroad brotherhoods met William G. McAdoo to push operation of railroads under government control. They asked wage adjustments to start Jan 1 and discussed exempting workers from military service if needed. McAdoo pledged a square deal and urged workers to stay focused on war needs while continuing rail service. A plan to take over mining, including chemicals, iron, coal, and oil, is under consideration to speed war production and align with rail control. A bill to authorize a nationwide mining director is drafted by the Federal Bureau of Mines.
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Train schedules depart and connections to Florida East Coast
An advertisement notes trains from Washington to Florida East Coast points formerly scheduled for January that leave Washington at 7 15 P M and 8 15 P M, with Pullman accommodations available. Address 1198 Treadway for details.
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Admiral Fletcher Recalled From War Zone Denial
Washington Jan 4 Admiral Fletcher and General Sibert are recalled for duty in the United States as a reshaping of leadership abroad. Fletcher is replaced by Rear Admiral Wilson due to better fit for the post, while Sibert’s return aligns with Pershing’s training needs. Officials stress policy on publishing names of relieved officers.
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Generals Goethals Cruse Smith retire reshaping Quartermaster
Major General Goethals plans sweeping reorganization of the Quartermaster General's Department amid retirements of Brig. Generals Abiel Smith and Thomas Cruse. Possible successors include Major Generals James Aleshire and Carroll A. Devol. Devol recently led relief work in Europe and Vera Cruz operations.
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Allies to issue joint war aims declaration
Special Cable reports London January 4 that Allied governments plan a joint war aims declaration. The move follows Britain’s democratic victory and signals resolve for a clear democratic peace. The form and timing depend on Allied coordination and may reference changes in diplomatic leadership at Petrograd.
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Bolsheviks Raise Hopes Amid German War Doubts
London reports a ripple of optimism over Russia's Bolsheviks, as Trotsky's exposure of German duplicity and Russia's resistance prompt questions in Germany about peace terms. The piece analyzes potential German shifts, public opinion, and the role of Wilson, with Petrograd updates on Bolshevik-German talks and the fate of the Ukrainian front.
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Germans Pose as Winners in Russo German Peace Talks
London Jan 4 German Russia peace talks at Brest Litovsk reach crisis as Count von Hertling rejects transfer of talks to Stockholm and refuses Russian demand for complete evacuation of occupied territories before a plebiscite. German stance rests on local authorities favoring secession. discussions with Ukraine continue amid calls for Reichstag session.
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