German Boy Scout Books Spark Federal Crackdown
New York Boy Scouts are requested to help suppress two juvenile books described as German propaganda. Titled The Boy Scouts in Germany and On Board the Mine Laying Cruiser, they were circulated nationwide, though officials say they mislead youths about World War I. Federal agents seized copies as far west as Cleveland, while James E. West warned the volumes are crude German propaganda.
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Andania torpedoed off Ulster coast. no deaths reported
The Cunard Line steamer Andania was torpedoed off the Ulster coast with about forty passengers and over two hundred crew aboard. The first torpedo missed. the second struck amidships, forcing abandonment. Passengers and crew were rescued by trawlers and patrol boats and later landed at a north Irish town, with hopes to enter port. General Pershing reported Major General Wood slightly wounded in the arm in a separate dispatch.
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War time orders close many shops and honor Wood exploits
The article details new wartime rules shutting barrooms and many departments, with exemptions for physicians and war workers. It notes General Wood's career from Rough Riders to military governor and his role in early National Army leadership, including training camps and posts at Camp Funston.
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American Casualties Indicate Occupation of a Trench Section
Washington January reports from General Pershing show American troops may have taken over a section of the battle line in France. Five infantrymen were wounded in action, including Bergard Gorski of Chicago severely, with several others lightly or moderately wounded amid ongoing casualty tallies as Pershing prepares a detailed statement.
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Kaiser Criticised By Militarists
Vienna reports reveal Count Czernin sent his Austrian war speech text to President Wilson before delivery. This prompted sensational readings from Cologne Gazette and Vorwaerts about potential Western Russia Germany dialogue. Pan German papers claim Czernin’s peace invitation hints at Austro German split and rumors grow that Hindenburg and Ludendorff may retire.
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Next Snowstorm Here Today Hits New York City Forecast
New York City expects another snowstorm soon after the last one passed, with a Washington warning stating a continued northeast storm will bring strong northeast winds and snow from Boston to Delaware Breakwater. The disturbance over Southwest Mississippi is moving northeast toward the region today.
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British Soldier Held For Criticising Camp
Sergeant A Marauhar of the Seaforth Highlanders and British mission at Camp Porrest in Chickamauga Porl is held pending embassy guidance after remarks at a Chattanooga Academy of Medicine meeting about camp conditions. Captain Angier to discuss affair. Major General Erwin seeks action to curb statements by British officers.
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British Labor Chiefs To Visit America
A four man British labor delegation will depart England for the United States soon. Members include W. A. Appleton secretary of the General Federation of Trades Unions J Walker of the Steel Smelters Union Charles Duncan Labour MP for Barrow in Furness and general secretary of the Workers Union and William James Thorne SDMP for West Ham South and general secretary of the National Union of General Workers.
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Wilson Insulted on Kaiser's Birthday in Berlin
A Berlin birthday celebration for Frederick the Great and Emperor William featured remarks by Privy Councillor William Waldeyer of the Prussian Academy of Sciences. He declared there is no term strong enough to stigmatize President Wilson's presumption and untruthfulness, claiming Wilson seeks Germany’s loss of gains from fifty years.
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City Cuts Coal Use To Save City 80000 Daily
New York faces a second heatless day as fuel experts report the city's coal consumption has dropped enough to save about $80,000 daily. The figures suggest the city's coal problems are largely solved and lasting lessons may follow.
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Sterdlay
Baker to Put In Defence in Senate Today
Secretary Baker prepares to appear before the Senate Military Committee to answer Senator Chamberlain on efficiency and outline War Department achievements. He plans to reveal previously undisclosed data, with cross examination and possible continuation into Tuesday. The hearing may shift to a larger room and continue discussions on the 7.7 billion army appropriation and war efficiency debates across both houses.
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Maltbie and McKay To Aid Stettinius In Buying for Army
Secretary Baker announced the appointment of Colonel Palmer E. Merce as purchases director in the office of the chief of staff. Four sections under him will be led by Stettinius with Ayres, Maltie, Montgomery, and others handling information fiscal organization and methods while coordinating with Colonel Pierce for American forces procurement. Douglas I. McKay will assist in purchasing. personnel include Wil loughby Estes and Kent on the staff.
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Czernin Sends Text of Speech to Wilson in Debate
London dispatches report Count Czernin addressing the Reichstag Foreign Affairs Committee on German and Austrian war aims. He said Germany seeks to regain colonies and insists on guarantees for restitution of possessions while Austria faces enemy territory in Eastern Galicia.
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Kuehlmann Defies Foes in East Annexations Defense
London dispatch reports German foreign minister Julius von Kuehlmann facing continued political pressure as enemies challenge East annexations. The censor indicated that further details were restricted but signaled renewed tensions in the region.
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