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Newspaper
Oxbow Herald
Location
Oxbow, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Dec 12, 1918
Page
6
In a guarded address the former ruler resists declaring charges while noting German government ties. The Kro telegram controversy centers on the crown prince and the emperor’s reluctant signature after advisers pressed for action. The monarch and empress live a quiet life as months of wet weather hinder walks near the palace.
The Copenhagen foreign office explains Denmark will not supply Germany with 75 000 tons fats 150 000 tons meat and 230 000 tons wheat monthly. Berlin report cited a German food study urging imports but Denmark denies any agreement to ship large food quantities to Germany.
A wartime memoir fragment claims the German general staff refused peace efforts after the Marne defeat. The speaker asserts attempts to persuade the staff to seek peace and cede Lorraine, but was urged to focus on commanding armies. The text hints at internal conflict and a claim of possessing proof.
Hugo Predes state secretary in the new German cabinet argues for support to uphold the democracy on foundations bequeathed by the old regime. He notes the enemy's shifting poses and urges renewed resolve amid ongoing opposition.
A Berlin report states Socialist Reichstag member Herr Klenbuhr claimed in a speech that the German government bears responsibility. The advices received here and documents in Berlin are referenced to support the assertion.
Fragments show residents adapting to extended conflict with mixed resilience. One unnamed citizen recalls hard times and hope while others describe small routines, scarce resources, and silent gatherings that hint at a wider struggle beyond the local scene.
The Daily Mail reports Allies seek only reparations from Germany, not fines, after the war. It notes Germany could cover damages through mineral deposits and land assets, citing past 1871 Paris War indemnities including Alsace Lorraine.
Ottawa reports that the brilliant minister of finance has arranged with the British government credits to cover foodstuffs including meats, dairy, beets and sundry commodities for Canada. The arrangement aims to maintain large credits enabling continued purchase of products.
Former President Taft spoke on wartime blame, criticizing German leaders for leading the nation into conflict. He warned against reliance on faulty philosophy and argued that promises of a league of nations showed mixed commitment.
A demand for the surrender of William Hohenzollern will be submitted to the Dutch government in the name of all allied cabinets. The move reflects views from France and Italy on the postwar settlement.
London dispatch reports the Dutch government will stop all exports to Germany in retaliation for Germany's coal shipments to land. The exchange agency cites a near complete standstill in trade as a response to wartime actions.
An account notes the arrival of surrendered German submarines in the Stour river. Lieut. Commander Gimes, who piloted one submarine, signaled Wan below and on returning to deck observed a German bag being carried aboard. The scene occurred at night under dark conditions as they moored.
French citizens file grievances against the former emperor over German long range bombardment of Paris. Madame Pricar seeks redress after her husband died on a torpedoed mail steamer. French authorities may lead the investigation. extradition of Wilhelm II contemplated if French tribunals are competent.
Winnipeg reports rapid banking expansion with twenty six new branches opened in Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta within two weeks. Major banks include Royal 12 Merchants 10 Jeperia 3 Dominion (incomplete list) as managers predict many more by year end.
Over six and a half million pounds of butter will be available under a British Ottawa supply program. Officials say the move aims to stabilize prices and ensure steady distribution across markets.
Dr. Harding, secretary of the Royal Institute for Tuberculosis, warned the war period will see high casualty rates from tuberculosis. He outlined the institute’s ongoing work to combat the disease during conflict and its impact on overall health.
A plan in Germany proposes establishing flying schools to train boys aged 15 to 18 for practical air defense. The effort aims to foster German faith in national aviation amid wartime tensions and the rise of aerial forces.
San Francisco. Robert A. Capell, former North German Lloyd agent, pleads to indictments charging conspiracy in 1914 over alleged provisioning of German warships. Prosecution links him to payments by the German government to Hindu figures in the India fate scene.
Vienna dispatch quotes Dr Frans Klein former Austrian justice minister saying attendance at the peace conference is pending and that no information exists yet on when Austria will attend or the conditions attached to any amendment.
A garbled excerpt reports Frederick William claiming his army is demoralized by arms and hunger. He asserts France will fall and pledges loyalty to leaders, with a vow to remember them in coming events.
Reports say Ukrainian forces have cut a railroad and are reinforced by troops returning from the Italian front to fight the Poles. Ukrainians deny Bolshevik links and claim the Austrian empire is broken up, asserting a right to Lemberg and other capitals.
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