Bolshevik Leader Denounces German Peace Terms in Petrograd Speech
Leon Trotzky declared the Russian workers government would not consent to German peace terms and warned that without free self-definition for Poland and Lithuania the revolution must be defended. He criticized Germany's hypocritical peace proposal as central powers split negotiations widen.
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Associated Press
Pelograd
Leon Trotzky
M .Trotzky
Central Committee of the Council of Soldiers and Workmen's
Germany
Petrograd
Pravda Avr
Congress of Soldiers and Workmens
General Army Congress
Londen van S
Raving
Wscusang
Iva
Hom
Russia
Russa
Austria
Ruaala
Government May Dictate How People Are to Dress
United Press dispatch reports widespread wartime clothing shortages in Europe. Central powers limit per-person garments and accessories, with shoes and fabrics rationed to minimal grades. Proposals include wood or paper footwear and uniform dress restrictions to conserve materials while U.S. boards discuss similar controls.
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George Marti
United Press
Washington, D .C
United State
Teuton
Defense Connail Economy Board
Austra
Germany
Citiizen
iTich
United States Economy Board
Europe
Harthmayer
He Austroterman
Congress adjourns in memory of deceased members
Washington lawmakers recess after a brief session to honor Senator Newlands and Representative Rathke who died over Christmas. Both houses plan to reconvene tomorrow for President Wilson to deliver his address and urge legislation to support government operation of railways.
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Congress
Associated Press
Washington DC
Newlinds
Rathik
Vicur
Wilson Delive
Milan
Wilson
Pres Nt
Uenapanmail
Press Ag
Prailways
Train raid by Yaqui Indians near Guaymas kills hundreds
A Yaqui raid south of Guaymas on a Mexican train killed and captured many, including Americans. Reports say 200 were killed or captured, with seven Americans among the dead and several others wounded. Details remain scarce as officials await fuller messages.
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United Press
Nogales
Ariz
Guaymas
Associated Prose
Tucson
Los Angeles
Ione
Dagur Gidhins
Empauime
Sonora
Poe
Amadleamus
Ralph Snuvel
Nerdy Ites
Mazatlan
Albecta Totfioy
Border
It Nogales
Puedes
Express
Ralwa Deport
Afexican
Perest
Fadi
Special Elections to Name Assemblymen in Wisconsin
Governor Philipp called two elections to fill assembly seats after the death of William Arpmeman and the resignation of Bob Burnett. The Vacancies are in Wisconsin counties, Waillam and Burnett, affecting the second assembly district in Winnebago. The special session was canceled and no date set beyond February 2.
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Wiltam
Madison
Whinebago County
Setond
Hoover and Reed Clash Over Wheat Policy Hearing
A heated public hearing pits Hoover against Reed in a dispute over food administration and wheat pricing. The exchange centers on authority, policy action, and the impact on refiners, with witnesses pressing for clearer leadership and accountability.
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Voashirston
Hogvey
Fem
Hoover Vindin
Reed
Rane Agar
Eimtern
Indictment Quashed in Federal Conspiracy Case
Federal court quashed conspiracy charges against Congressman John Mac Nelson and Byron in Madison Wisconsin. Proceedings showed indictments dismissed due to ... prosecutor updates and potential appeal plans by Mr Wolfe.
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Deral Prosentos
John VE Nebson
Madison Wis
John Mac Nelson
Byron Weer
Selsoru
Another Cold Wave Sweeps Down From Canada
A cold wave from the Canadian Northwest spreads toward the Ohio and western Tennessee regions. Temperatures plunge in the upper lakes and Mississippi Valley with frost expected as far south as northern Ohio and northern Tennessee tonight.
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Washington
Ohoale
Tennessee
Upper
Lake
Viann
Allied hospital unit commission discussed in Paris relief plan
Wisconsin Governor among backers of a Pariote relief project to establish a hospital for wounded soldiers and sailors in Paris. The prospectus lists Governor Harding of Town Sleeper of Michigan Gardner of Missouri and Philipp of Wisconsin. Plan to raise 5250,000.
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Consin
Associated Press
Chicago
Allied Hospital Unit Commission
Paris
Harding
Town
Sleeper
Michigan
Gardner
Missouri
Philipp
Wisconsin
Owen Succeeds Justice Marshall on Wisconsin Supreme Court
United Press reports Attorney General Walter C Owen will take his seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court Monday. The court plans to hand down decisions Tuesday. Justice Marshall will depart after Owen’s arrival and the deputy attorney general will step aside with his superior. Owen will spend the winter in the south.
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Owen
Justice Marshall
Supreme Court
United Press Madison
Walter C Owen
Wisconsin Supreme Bench
Cowen
Drew
Freeze-out Game Prompts Meat Trade Probe
Philadelphia January 3 The federal trade commission investigates the meat dealers business amid a probe into trade practices and market conduct. The report notes concerns about pricing and competition in the meat wholesale sector.
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Rael
Hy Associated Preven
Philadelphia
Federal Trade Commission
Untitled fragment hints at wartime history and figures
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a mix of names and places including American, postal, and fort related items. It implies historical connections, with scattered references to wars, wages, and individuals, but the exact events or dates remain unclear.
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Ulmal
Pany Allen
Poe
Bob
Insane Count Luxburg Trial Nets Decade in Jail
Local proceedings reveal a long involuntary confinement narrative involving Luxburg and associates. Officials report a complex, decade spanning case tied to DWI related offenses, mental health care filings, and ongoing legal scrutiny with multiple named individuals referenced.
Railways and Labor Update On Transit Cuts
The update reports General Wears comments on rail relations and a planned retrenchment in operating costs. It notes no 7 and no 8 trains of the St Paul line to be discontinued January 7 with further reductions on branch lines and service adjustments across the system.
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Aresss
Farectarf
Lowiards
Wigeronain
St Paul Row
Negro in Legislature and Socialist Judge Installed in New York
The first Black man and the first Socialist judge were formally installed in New York state government today. Edward A Johnson, the Negro representative from the Nineteenth district, joins the 1918 legislature, while Jacob Panken, a socialist labor leader, becomes a municipal court judge following election last November.
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New York
United
Bouy
New York State
Edward A Johnson
Jacob Panken Lalist
Becamie
Pro and Con of Votes by Women Before House Members
Debated before members of the House, arguments on granting women the right to vote are presented with proponents and opponents outlining legal and civic implications. The discussion centers on suffrage rights and potential societal impact.
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HOUSE
Women at War Debate Redefines National Duty
A rallying cry portrays women volunteering for war work as a national asset. Speakers argue women support the government and can fill army vacancies as conscription looms. The discussion cites wartime needs and public sentiment toward women in service across households and factories.
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Canna
Rainbow Division officer notes at Wis emergence
An Oshkosh based Rainbow Division report describes training and orders carried out in early November with details on staff, machine gun initiation, and observations by observers. It mentions attendances, absence, and the broader context of Rainbow Division activity across Wisconsin and neighboring areas.
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Madison Wis
Jeonsan
Letun
Oshkosh
Fu Duu
Ronbow Davision
Lin Ey Cout
Brahnee
Staf
Wiscomin Men
Rainbow Divixion
Tender Last Farewell in Washington Newswire Style
In a clipped dispatch the Associated Press reports Washington unveils a closing note on a harsh time. The piece hints at a farewell and the lingering impact on national sentiment amid political strain.
Wilson Kin Gets Red Cross Post
A brother in law of the President is named secretary general of the American Red Cross. Prof Stockton Axson of Houston Texas takes over from Charles L Magee who will stay with the Red Cross in another role.
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Wilson Kin
RED Cross
Wilson
Prreval
American Red Cross
Stockton Axson
Houston
Tex
Charlies L Magee
Immediate nationwide registration urged for men over twenty one
AP dispatch notes Provost Marshal General Crowder urging immediate registration of all men aged 21 plus, detailing that skilled labor and drafted reserves are essential as wartime demands rise. The report cites costs, exemptions, and projected shortages across industries with calls to adjust quotas and basis of population.
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United Press
Washington
Crowder
Secretary of War
Dane Wd Ghallar
Launber
Rewder
Chass Poincich
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