Wilson Urges Fast Action on War Time Economic Tasks
President Wilson’s message to Congress outlines new duties for the United States amid World War I. He calls for shipping and production expansion, open markets, rural credits, coastal charting, and a robust defense policy based on citizen training and a strong Navy, urging prompt passage of key bills.
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White House backs full congressional defense inquiry
President Wilson opposed Representative Gardner's plan to probe national defense via the Rules Committee while supporting full inquiries by congressional committees. Gardner vowed to push for the inquiry, signaling ongoing clashes over how to examine preparedness. Senate and House leaders discussed navy needs, with Tillman noting a Democratic platform call for an adequate navy and Kahn endorsing substantial fleet expansion.
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French War Losses Estimated At 590000
A Paris dispatch reports a correspondent's estimate that French losses up to November 10 total about 100000 dead, with around 400000 wounded or ill in hospitals on November 19. Swiss records list 90000 French prisoners in Germany, suggesting total French losses near 590000, while German battlefield deaths exceed 100000. French authorities dispute the claim that German losses are far higher.
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Death of General von Meyer Confirmed in Bavarian Press
Berne via London Dec 9 reports General von Meyer killed by an arrow shot by a hostile aviator as he entered a motor car. Earlier dispatches in November had noted his death at Dixmude.
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Crown Prince Rupprecht Wounded in Yser Battle
Amsterdam dispatch reports Crown Prince Rupprecht of Bavaria severely wounded while leading his army in Flanders along the Yser river. The condition is described as serious in the Telegrapa dispatch.
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