Peace Move Misperceived by Central Powers In War Debate
President Wilson is urged to condemn German aggression and demand clear war aims from all belligerents. The article cites Germany and Austria-Hungary’s acts, including invasions and atrocities, and outlines Allied goals such as Belgian and Serbian restoration, territorial guarantees, and a Europe based on liberty and international law.
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Wilson
Germany
Austria-Hungary
Europe
Belgium
Luxemburg
Serbia
Syria
Miss Cave
Fryatt
Pres Dent Wilson
United States
Montenegro
France
Russia
Roumania
Poland
Belgium Replies to Wilson Note in Entente Favorable Tone
The Belgian note to Ambassador Sharpe lauds the U S president for seeking an early end to the war and urges protection for small nations. It accuses Germany of violating law and aiding oppression in Belgium while praising American aid and the relief commission for Belgians. It calls for a fair peace with security and reparations.
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Sharpe
French Council
United States
Belgium
Woodrow Wilson
Germany
Europe
Commission For Relief
National Commission
Allies reply to Wilson note earns unanimous praise in Paris newspapers
Paris editors hail the allied reply as a clear statement of aims in the war. Capus says the note defines objects and resolve, while Pinchon argues Germany hides aims and treachery behind negotiations. Both see the US position as distinguishing methods and human ideals in the crisis.
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Paris
Wilson
Alfred Capus
Fiago
Germany
Europe
Stephen Pinchon
Petit Journal
United States of America
Allies reply to Wilson viewed as bold and discreet
The Manchester Guardian says the Allied reply to President Wilson arrives late for comment but is a boldly conceived statement outlining aims that meet Wilson's call for specific satisfaction. It notes the note’s discreet stance toward Germany and predicts Ottoman empire dissolution while hoping for an American league to enforce peace as part of guarantees for the future.
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London
The
Manchester Guardian
Wilson
Guardian
Germany
Europe
League
Railroads Seek Legislative Relief on Prohibition and Trespass Issues
State railroads weigh pursuing relief for auto-caused accidents, contending 60 percent result from trespassing. Senate moves on a new trespass act restricting hunting and fishing on any land size. A constitutional convention proposal by Rep Templeton contrasts with McNealus plan, aiming to reform taxes, districts, and state governance with a 1918 convention.
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R. L. Templeton
Wellington
Texas
Pro Caucus
Austin
Templeton
McNealus
Senate Committee On
Hudspeth
Senate Committee On Roads and Bridges
Highway Commission
Clark
Senate Committee On Education
Johnson
State Board of Education
Agricultural and Mechanical College
John M. Henderson
Morris County
Property rights and pipeline ownership restrictions outlined
The bill addresses lands leases and other property for purposes related to pipelines. It states no right to own and operate pipelines is granted to the company. Pipelines may be owned by a separate corporation yet must meet specified restrictions.
Noted Visitors Stay at San Antonio Hotels
A series of guests checked into major San Antonio hotels amid a busy travel day. Names include Al Goldstoker of New York at the Gunter, B V Lencord of Wagner Oklahoma at the St Anthony, Stockton Axson of Rice Institute at the Menger, and Catherine Lexon of New York at the Gunter. Mr and Mrs Meyer Rosenstein of St Louis at the St Anthony, Claude Brown of New York at the Menger, W B Martin of Jourdanton at the Gunter, Mrs C H Murray of Webb City at the St Anthony, Mars Von Wegern of New York at the Menger, M G Coffey of Victoria at the Gunter, and others at both Gunter and St Anthony.
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al Goldstoker
New York City
Gunter Hotel
B. V. Lencord
Wagner, Okla
St. Anthony Hotel
Stockton Axson
Rice Institute
Houston
Menger Hotel
Catherine Lexon
Gunter
Meyer Rosenstein
St. Louis
St. Anthony
Claude Brown
W. B. Martin
Jourdanton
C. H. Murray
Webb City
Mars von Wegern
New York
Menger
M. G. Coffey
Victoria
T. S. King of
Grandpa Husking a Hen at the Farm
A child reports her grandfather near the barn huskin a hen during a morning visit to the farm. The lighthearted scene captures rural life and family activity on the hillside.
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Louisa
Harper's
Entertain City Club Hosts Beefsteak Dinner in Dungeon
City Club members will dine Friday night at the Gunter hotel in the Dungeon basement hosted by manager Percy Tyrrell. Oscar Worthley organizes the event with a mystery program, promising unusual service with guests in butcher aprons and wooden utensils, about fifty invited.
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City Club
Percy Tyrrell
Gunter
Oscar Worthley
Stewart
San Antonio
Treasury fixes dollar rate for Mexican payments
The Treasury Department set a rate of 1.80 Mexican pesos to one US dollar for federal tax payments, creating a 10 percent official discount of American money. The decree covers payments through January 20 after the arrival of Juan.
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Mexico City
Treasury Department
Juan
Cabinet Change Rumors In Mexico City As Diaz Defeat Deepens
Sanchez Azcona and Rafael Zubaron are named as possible ministers with Eliseo Arredondo visiting the capital, while Ygnacio Bonnillas Luis Cabrera and Nicefor Zambrano are mentioned among potential changes. Felix Diaz reportedly abandoned his Oaxaca movement amid defeats. The Interior Department directs governors to study state laws for a proposed tax akin to the US income tax, to be presented for ratification. The Federal District bans non Spanish language signs in public commerce, declaring Spanish official.
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United States
Constitutional Assembly
Federal District
Bicycles on Payments at Portage Tire Co
Local ad notes bicycles available on payments at Portage Tire Co No 221 South Alamo. Cards advertise flexible terms and delivery options for shoppers seeking installment plans on bike purchases.
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Portage Tire Co
Alamo
Welborn Appointed State Railroad Manager in Texas
Governor names J. B. Welborn of Palestine as manager of the state railroad replacing resigning Charles H. Hurdleston who moves to the railroad commission. Welborn has served as railroad auditor for several years and has begun his new duties.
Sporting Goods at Portage Tire Co Ad
Portage Tire Co at 221 South Alamo advertises all kinds of sporting goods with low prices.
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Portage Tire Co
Alamo
Adv
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