Wilson May Take Second Voyage To France
President Wilson may make a second voyage to France if peace treaty talks stretch past March. The George Washington returns and signals are exchanged with Portuguese ships as Wilson and aides prepare for formal conferences in Paris. He may also visit devastated areas and fly to Italy while Paris hosts military parades and diplomatic events.
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United Press
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Tont del Gada
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Henry White
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Marcal
Bolshevik Testimony in Defense at Federal Hearing
Bolshevik defendants accused of propagating doctrines in Hayatn faced testimony as Seymour Stedman argued no mass killings in Russia and limited conspiracies to defeat the act. Victor Berger’s attorney Henry Cochems defended Socialist stance, citing support for Liberty Bonds and Red Cross and a historical stance against Kaiserism while warning against burdening future generations with war debts.
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Russia
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Red Cross
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Victor Berger
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Eaely
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Tapsburgs
Europe
Data requested on U S policy in Russia and troops in Siberia
Senator Hirem Johnson introduced in the Senate a resolution demanding a frank State and War Departments report on U S policy toward Russia and the status of American troops in Russia. The query seeks troop counts, locations, operations, and any casualty lists, plus questions about Soviet cooperation, intervention in March, and potential aims in Siberia.
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Governor Hobby Signals Reappointments to State Panels
Austin Dec 12 It becomes definite that Governor Hobby will reappoint members of his earlier administration family and may reappoint two more. Existing appointees include George B F Howard Secretary of State and Adjutant General Times Al Harley plus several commissions. Information from a reliable source indicates Hobby will fill vacancies in Insurance and Banking, Food and Drug, Pension, Health, and Purchasing, with Major Sam D. Lowe likely to join the State Trade Commission.
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Adjutant General
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State Fire Insurance” Commission
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Provokt Administration
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Sam DD. W. Lowe
State Trive Commission
Lowe
Generst
Masor Lowe
Washington
Comitz
Liefknecht Is Unpopular In Wartime German Press
A damaged clipping cites German critique of Karl Liebknecht and the Spartacists. Theo Wolf condemns their methods while others debate martyrdom and the dangers of a poorly organized government. The tone reflects concern over revolutionary actions and state stability.
Hobby Leads in Red Cross Plea
Governor Hobby calls all Texans to enroll in the Red Cross during Christmas Week and urges schools to promote the effort. The aim is broad participation statewide, with teachers asked to engage students in the humanitarian cause. A separate item notes a temporary injunction restraining R F Shaw of Kasciusko from selling liquor in Wilson County, granted by Judge George Calhoun.
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Red Cross
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Tex
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Floresville
George Calhoun
Déstelet Court
Gener Looney
Allied Berlin occupation not planned say high officer
United Press reports from a high officer near French HQ say Allied occupation of Berlin is not contemplated. Entry would be dangerous and require monumental force, with any move delayed for utmost deliberation.
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Aris
Berlin
Pressent
Germany
Colquitt to Lead Eastland-Wilbarger Railroad Project
Former Governor O. Colquitt is to head the Eastland Wilbarger Railroad Company. The line from May Brown County to Newcastle in Young County spans about 100 miles through Tom Green, Stephens and Young counties. Principal office will be Eastland with $500,000 capital stock. Local capital funds the project. oil fields and street connections planned at both terminals.
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Young County
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Yount
Austin Uilay
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Wis
Arranges Stay of Wilson in France
The United States delegation to the Foster Conference plans and arrangements for President Wilson's arrival and stay in France. Cot. Wiltous W. Hurts, aide to the President, joined American forces at the front last August and will oversee travel and visit protocols. The President will be hosted by France, with priority given to government decisions on his trip.
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Committee to Draft Aerial Laws Across Nations
New York reports the Aero Club of America boards create a nine member permanent committee to draft international aerial navigation laws. The group urges federal aircraft registration and warns against overrestrictive measures that could slow aviation progress. Belgium and Washington credit updates follow with a $3200 loan, raising total lending to the government to $1.09E.
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Treasury
United States Offers Help in Chile Peru Clash
Washington notes the U S government stands ready to aid in settling the Chile Peru dispute alone or with other American nations. The State Department memo stresses grave risk to world peace before the Turin world peace conference and urges restraint to restore peaceful relations and an equitable solution.
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Washington, D. C
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State Department
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Peru
Chile
Vera
Turin
Kaiser Not In Line As Berlin Parade Opens
A World War I era dispatch describes Berlin preparing for a grand military entry, noting the Kaiser’s absence from the parade. Reporters watched from Hotel Adler as Pariser Platz filled with color and spectacle despite rain, with crowds and officers in vivid uniforms signaling a city ready for its army.
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Pariser- Platz
Naval ownership plan attacked by veterans on wireless
Members of the House Merchant Marine Committee attacked the naval plan to own and control wireless as a gateway to government ownership of public utilities. Secretary of the Navy argued against linking rail to government ownership and urged the bill, citing unique conditions in wireless communications.
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Ashington
Naval Plan
House Merchant Marine Committee
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Annie Archbald Bride of Judge Dustin in New York
Mrs Annie M Mills Archbald widow of John D Archbald marries Judge Charles W Dustin of Dayton Ohio in New York City The ceremony witnessed by Mrs Dustin and Mrs Archbald will reside in Thomasville Georgia The Archbald estate valued at four million dollars and tied to Standard Oil interests is mentioned amid a wider retail advertisement context
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Copenhagen
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Charles W. Dustin
Dayton
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Irinada
Dustin
Thomasville
Georgia
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Lily Aest
Provident
Standard Oil Company
Wonderful paintings restored to residence since war ended
Remarkable interiors at 28 Rue Manceau display waxed tapestries and priceless works removed during the siege. The first lady becomes temporary chatelaine, revealing the President and Mrs. Wilson’s private second floor, marble halls, and Empire rooms filled with Napoleonic relics and portraits.
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United Press
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United States
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Paris
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Diiny
Napolean
Opposition to McAdoo Charged by Kellogg in Senate
Senator Kellogg of Minnesota charged that Director General McAdoo is seeking government ownership of railroads. He warned Congress about McAdoo’s five year extension plan and said the document fails to reflect President Wilson’s stance on the railroad crisis. Kellogg noted the plan would go forward only with presidential approval.
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Martha Washington Conveys Men Home From France
United Press reports the transport Martha Washington left France on December B with 110 officers and 1,606 men, plus 539 wounded and sick, and thirty-five gallows. A personnel aboard list follows including Division C. A. D. BR. Sy ag tealning Anetens and various artillery units.
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Washington D.C
Martha
Russian generals reported executed by Soviet Soviets
A late report from United Prove claims General Russky General Dmitrief and M. Rouchloi were executed by the Russian Soviets. The report notes the alleged killings amid the ongoing chaos and purges, with no independent confirmation yet available.
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General Demitrieff
M. Rouchloi
Navy Needed for Defense Says George
Universal Service reports George argues Britain’s navy is defensive and must be kept. he opposes conscription and says Britain will demand the entire cost of the war from Germany. He also urges prosecuting the ex-kaiser and allies back punitive measures. Continued on Page Two.
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Weather Outlook For San Antonio Tonight Through Friday
San Antonio and vicinity reports tonight and Friday cloudy with likely rain. Warmer tonight with minimum temperatures around 62 to 66 degrees. Light to moderate winds. Friday remains cloudy with possible rain and rising temperatures, especially toward the northwest portion.
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Fire raging in heart of Joplin destroys blocks
Fire tore through central Joplin destroying the News Herald building and Chamber of Commerce, with losses estimated at 1 million dollars by noon. All available fire equipment rushed to the scene, but efforts failed as flames consumed a shoe store and the Club Theater, forcing power and gas to be cut citywide.
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Kenyon Pushes Labor Reform Ahead of Handouts Debate
Senator Kenyon declares Congress must secure labor’s fair share and outlines possible reforms. Samuel Gompers, AFL president, to be among the first witnesses for the Senate Education and Labor Committee inquiry into industrial welfare.
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Ita
Navy for the United States must rival world powers
Admiral Bulger told the House Naval Affairs Committee that the United States should build a navy equal to the strongest. He urged a broad program to match any nation afloat, arguing unity if fighting alone would have worsened outcomes.
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State Board of Education buys large bond issue
Special Telegram to The News from Austin Texas December 12 The State Board of Education at its monthly meeting purchased bonds aggregating about 2 6 million and 80 percent on outstanding indebtedness of 103 215 on bonds purchased in their first meeting since October The board paid from 750 or less and 80 percent on those over that amount all the new bonds bought were small amounts up to 3600 The report notes unusually large bond purchases and outlines the pricing on bonds under and over 750 dollars.
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