Allies Prepare Bold Response to Brest-Litovsk Talks
London dispatch says the Allies intend to seriously answer Brest-Litovsk peace terms and that Lloyd George may travel to France to confer with the premier. Kerensky urges a clear restatement of allied aims to aid Russia amid negotiations. Amsterdam reports adjournment of German-Russian talks as Hungary and Poland posed questions on occupied regions.
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London
Brest-l Litovek
United Pree
Lloyd George
France
Amsterdam
Rawian
Ti Fa
Misia
Austria-Hungary
Turkey
Perla
Teuton
Poland
Lithuania
Russia
Hustians
Flusslamba Ieke
Artillery Pact Aboard for U S Troops Abroad in 1918
Washington reports France and Britain to supply all artillery for American troops sent to France in 1918 or longer if needed. Cromer testimony cites rail limits and production gaps, while France and Britain accelerate munitions delivery. In other front news, French forces make a notable offensive in Italy and clash near Monte Tomba.
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France
U.S
Washington
Fargland
Croner
Senate
England
Franer
Cromer
Allkwer
Frelinghwysen
Artilery
Pembing
Elles
Youngest Red Cross Members Noted in County
Mr and Mrs Matte Nteleon of Pilot Rook claim the youngest Red Cross member in the county. Mr and Mrs FE T Walker claim the youngest Pendinian member. Nellfod baby joined after birth, while Mrs Walker of Wellington reports a Christman Eve birth who joined Red Cross soon after. Mr Walker is employed at the regional motor carrier.
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Mra
Matte Nteleon
Pilot Rook
FE. T. Walker
Nellfod
Mire Walker
Won
Wallington
Hed Cros
Mr. Walker
Regan Metar
Oregon Red Cross quota reached in Portland drive
Portland supporters push to meet the 140,000 Red Cross quota as statewide drives near completion. Officials report initial shortfalls narrowed by noon, with progress in Portland and rural counties, and expectations that Oregon will surpass the target through the campaign’s final push.
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Portland
Cregeen
Red Cross
Lake
Tillanmonk
Grint
Treasury Sets France Bond and Note Prohibition
The Treasury Department announced that the French government will prohibit the issuance of Rodel government bonds and bonds guaranteed by Kassia after tomorrow.
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Washington
Ter
Tie
Usasury Department
Iertatii
Rodel
Fment Honda
Kassia
Auto Thief Captured After Car Chase Report
A local barber Streets witnessed a theft when a chauffeur drove off with a car, pursued by another vehicle. Reete jumped on the running board during a chase on Court Street, tackled the driver, and the suspect, a 15 year old youth, was taken into custody after the standstill. He faces a charges future court appearance.
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Nad Wiswapearet
Tun Byers
Hyer
Hin
Wourch
Saxton
Gant
East Court Street
Ein
Spee
Reetn
Byers
Hoetz
Oregon Men in 148th F A Send New Year Greetings
Oregon men of the 148th Field Artillery at Trendloten and Merry Minas send New Year wishes to families back home. The piece describes meals, quarantine, a vaudeville show, the exchange of Christmas packages, and notes on fellow soldiers and officers.
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Oregon
F. A
Dixih
Trendloten
Merry Minas
Deleate
New York
Battery
Crowd Inc
M.c A. Ky Vaude- Ville
Guatemala Quake Kills Thousands Devastates City
Early reports from Washington describe a devastating Guatemala earthquake with about a thousand deaths and widespread destruction. Martial law, wrecked offices, churches, and homes cripple the capital as shocks continue at short intervals and most of the 78 mile stretch is damaged.
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Washington
Lew
Guatemala
Oniatenedaty
Bai Jome
Pendleton Guard Prepares First Workout for Civil Militia
Members of the Pendleton Guard, part of a county organization, gathered for their initial drill session at a local armory. They unpacked titles and fragments, checked rifles of an older pattern, and planned regular drills likely to begin soon. The unit vows to centralize its ranks, with eligible men reporting for military age service and awaiting further arrangements and writings for formal affiliation.
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Pendleton
CmatiWa
Arin
Tieditay
Lower California Seeks Secession From Mexico Reports
Dec 21 dispatches from San Francisco and Mendavia recount Lower California seeking independence from Mexico with Governor Quintana and allies discussing a potential American protectorate. Reports claim no official confirmation and note discussions of U S protection and possible territory status change.
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San Prancisod
Lower Alifornia
Mexicco
Geavernor Cuotn
Americs
Pielding
Los Angeles
Washington
Canta
Stilsen
Mendvali
California
Mexico
Qantu
Tile
Floors Recede as Tacoma Flood Threat Dims
Fragmentary report notes receding flood waters near Tacoma, Dor. Gti Jalifell Siler described as improved, with some still rising concern. Authorities expect further damming and mitigation while the city monitors the situation for additional impacts.
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Tacoma
Dor
Umatilla County Sets Record for Generous War Giving
Umatilla County reports record contributions to war bonds and relief efforts since the war began. Subscriptions near two and a half million dollars to bonds plus about 100000 donated outright to war activities including Bodrom YM Ac Armenian relief and other drives. The county led in Red Cross drives and Christmas memberships and funded Armenian relief. A table of subscriptions compiled by Os Chapman of Portland accompanies the report.
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Armatille Counts
Hae
Nibecrip- Hhotin
Ware
Os Chapman
Portland
Fort Peter at Petrograd Destroyed Says Report
A dated Petrograd report claims the fort at Kronstadt was destroyed by a violent explosion. Details are unclear, with sparse corroboration and typographical errors in the dispatch. No further confirmation from official sources is provided.
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Peter
Petrograd
Fort Peer
Kronstadt
Nine Die From Severe Cold In New York
New York faces a severe cold wave with nine deaths attributed to the freezing temperatures in the last 24 hours. Four below this morning, fuel shortages threaten schools and hospitals treat frostbite cases while coal suppliers weigh price controls. The Hudson River is partly frozen, tugs are stuck, and a record number of fires is reported amid widespread hardship.
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New York
Thoruder
Hudson
British December casualties lowest since August
London December military losses are reported as the smallest for the month since August. About eighty thousand and thirty four officers and men were killed wounded and missing in the last month.
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London
British counters recapture ground in La Vacquiere sector
London dispatch reports Haig announcing German hold on front near La Vacquiere. British counters recaptured key sectors after Sunday assault. British line advanced on both sides of the Staden railroad at Tepees, tightening pressure along the frontline.
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London
Haig
LaVacquiere
Tepees
Irwin Brooks Dies in Fort Sam Houston Tragedy
Pendleton reports the death of Sergeant Major Irwin Gordon Brooks at Fort Sam Houston Texas after contracting measles leading to pneumonia while in aviation training. A native of Silverton and Athena Oregon he was 26, a University of Oregon graduate and former tennis champion in Athena. He enlisted September and rose to sergeant major in the aviation division before his death. His father Dr F M Brooks of Portland confirmed the news.
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Pendleton
Fort Sam Houston
Texas
Kwide G Brooks
City
Athena
Aviation Service
Neta
F. BM Brooks
Portland
Thurrind
Mineus
Irwin Gordon Brooks van Horm
Silverton
Reson
University of Oregon
Pane Jloten
Firstational
Funk
Steven
Mig Tans
Aviation Divisinn
Fort Samtlogsten
Roeke
Voyeuille
Reese
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