Wilson Asks Discussion for Peace Amid War Erupts
Washington notes reveal President Wilson urges belligerents to discuss peace terms as United States edges toward involvement. Secretary Lansing explains the note aims to clarify aims of each side to regulate U.S. conduct. Bernstorff and British officials react with surprise and cautious commentary. Continued on Page 13.
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Press of Country Endorses Wilson's Efforts
United Press reports from Mini Florida and New York papers show mixed reactions to President Wilson's note to belligerents. Editors urge restraint while praising U S efforts as mediating peace, with assessments from Tribune Times Herald World and other outlets.
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Wall Street and Wheat Pit Scenes of Confusion
A chaotic market scene follows President Wilson's peace note. Stocks plunge, with major losses in Atlantic Gulf and West Indies and Gulf Steel. Wheat sees a sharp opening rise then a rapid drop as brokers jam the pit, while confidence shifts on peace prospects and shifting margins.
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Railroads blamed for car delay and demurrage hike proposal
Railroads were blamed for a car shortage as shipping interests urged higher demurrage charges to boost revenue. Minnesota Railroad and Warehouse Commission hearings heard that 11 days of 7.02 dollars per car were delayed on average entering Twin City terminals. Demurrage expert M. C. Shields called conditions among the worst in years, while cross-examined by James Manahan.
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Coal famine at Chicago hits largest world market
Chicago, December 21. The city, the world’s biggest coal distributing market, faces a severe shortage as shipments dwindle. Demand runs to seven thousand nine hundred tons daily, with only a few days’ supply left. Offices, apartments, and homes report exhausted coal stocks.
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Seeking Huge Loan In China Reorganization Effort
Foreign legations including Britain France Russia and Japan have signaled to the American and foreign offices their desire for American cooperation in a 10 million pound reorganization loan for China. Delays by representative powers have hindered arrangements, with London agencies claiming the loan is under consideration.
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Day In Congress and Market Movements Report
Moot at nase Judiciary committee favored national prohibition constitutional amendment. Senator Ilitchcock II reduced resolution sent to foreign relations committee endorsing Wilson note to belligerent powers. House noon session resumed Columbia appropriation debate. General Scott testified as markets steadied then slipped. selling drove prices down then swift gains as export sales surged. Wheat futures bounced with large volume 2,000,000 bushels plus. May and July options rose, then late selling pushed prices lower. Total NYSE transactions near 2,700,000 shares amid volatile trading.
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Cold Wave Grips Upper Midwest With Record Lows
The central northwest endures a deep cold spell with St Paul and Duluth posting temperatures well below zero. Brainerd Minnesota hits 28 below, Fargo 31 below, and Winona also freezing. trains run eight to twelve hours late. North Dakota reports subzero to negative twenties as the cold persists.
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Belgium Gets Relief Across War Zone Amid Aid Efforts
AP reports Belgium and northern France have received substantial aid since the war began. The relief commission shipped 104,990 tons valued at 227 50,001 in goods and 340 000 clothing items to the region. Public and private funds total about 0 090 million with the United States contributing about 35 percent and Britain the rest. Population faced ongoing bread shortages despite these efforts.
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Food probe called for by House to investigate federal trade
A Borland resolution requests a federal trade commission food investigation. Representative Carlin says Judiciary Committee authorized the report. Chairman Stukey notes the probe would cost 142000 and take fifteen to eighteen months.
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Wilson Orders Turkeys For White House Staff
President Wilson has ordered a turkey for each White House employee following a prior custom. The gesture, noted in a United Press dispatch, reflects the traditional holiday tribute extended to staff at the executive mansion.
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Stocks Tumble at Peace Talk
Newark stock prices plummet as peace talk progress unsettles investors. The market reacts sharply to every hint of diplomacy with “war brides” feeling the squeeze while traders weigh the shifting outlook between war and peace movements.
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Senate Voters Favor Dry Amendments in Prohibition Drive
The Senate Judiciary Committee endorsed the national prohibition constitutional amendment by a 3 to 1 vote with Culberson Heed and Arandee dissenting. The measure would prohibit sale manufacture and transportation of intoxicating liquors with enforcement power left to Congress and preserves states power to uphold their own prohibitory laws. A separate measure to bar liquor ads in Prohibition states’ mails also received favorable committee action. A final vote on Shappard’s District of Columbia prohibition bill was set for January after scheduling difficulties.
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British Troops Ejected From Arras Front
Berlin says British forces were driven back north of Arras after hard fighting. German report notes six enemy airplanes down in the Somme area and raids near Villers and the Channel. German units claim success on the Aisne and Macedonian fronts amid artillery duels and attacks.
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Texas cities panic as gas supply fails by noon
Dalas and nearby towns faced a frantic day as Lone Star gas services warned of dual streams failing, leaving residents worried while temperatures plunged and energy aid remained unclear.
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Depere Man Is Acquitted in Embezzlement Case
A De Pere man was found not guilty in municipal court of embezzling 2500 while holding public office. Justice Crean Hay, office clerk Janssen, and listed officials are noted in the proceeding as the case concludes with acquittal.
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Peace Meeting Broken Up at Localist Gathering
Dispatches report a broken up peace meeting held in Loins ain according to United Press Amsterdam. The event was presented as a large Localist gathering advocating peace but was disrupted before completion. Participants and organizers are unnamed in the fragment.
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Congress Debates Peace Move as Hitchcock Seeks Wilson Backing
Senator Hitchcock urges Congress to support President Wilson on a peace move while Senator Borah vocally opposes the measure. The clash signals a partisan division over wartime diplomacy and postwar policy.
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Wilson peace note sparks mixed United States reactions
President Wilson's peace note to belligerents draws cautious responses from lawmakers and officials. Senator Borah backs immediate consideration, while Lansing outlines the note’s intent to open terms for peace and guarantees against renewal, as ambassadors from belligerents discuss next steps. London and Paris remain silent awaiting publication.
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Weather Brief From Wisconsin and West Tonight
Local observations indicate warmer conditions in Wisconsin and western portions tonight. Cloud cover and light winds expected with slight chances of stray sun breaks later.
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Wilson Notes Urge Peace Discussion Without Mediation
President Wilson asks belligerents to consider terms that might end the war without proposing peace or offering mediation. Officials in Washington monitor reception while neutrals stress safeguarding their interests as the notes reach European capitals. Count von Bernstorff predicts a conference despite the notes not proposing peace.
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