Riot rage hits Salem as mob attacks jail
Reports from Salem North Carolina describe a violent riot last night with a mob attempting to lynch an African American man. Four people killed and about a score injured, including two Home Guard members and a city fireman. The suspect was moved to safety as forces from Camp Green and Camp Polka Breed restored order. Police say the killings occurred in outlying districts with continued shooting after the mob’s assault on the jail.
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Salem
N.C
Uch
Camp Green
J. W. Chi
Tomog
Montmedy
Nooka
Gerwang
Irene Aho
Hotelle- Ville
pApentaneo
Ifth Marines
Montmed
Americe
Tinea
Germany
Moma Amd
Othen
Atdonta
Mob Attacks Jail As Night Riot Breaks Out
A mob forms after a shooting incident, overruns Home Guards, and fires at the jail. Young is killed and a bystander Miss Levi is injured as gunfire erupts near the crowd. Guards are overwhelmed. the mob disperses later but races through the town threatening the negro quarter.
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Ata Arid
Young
Miss Levi
Supreme Court declines Mooney death sentence review
The Supreme Court refused to review Thomas J. Mooney's murder conviction tied to a San Francisco blast. Mooney, sentenced to die December 13, sought relief claiming perjured testimony, after lengthy state appeals. President Wilson urged clemency to the California governor amid nationwide attention.
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Washington, D. C
Supreme Court
Thomas J. Mooney
San Francisco
Mooney
Apréme
California
Wilson
Calsidered
Influenza Death Toll Exceeds War Losses in New Census Estimate
The Census Bureau cites unofficial counts showing influenza and pneumonia deaths in the United States from September to November exceed American Expeditionary Forces deaths in the war. Using data from 41 cities with 28 000 000 population, 82 306 influenza deaths and pneumonia occurred, with Philadelphia and Baltimore showing the highest mortality rates per thousand.
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Washington
United” States
France
Census Bureau
An | Haniceneat
America
Peper
Orces
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Metz Revolt and French Occupations Shock Alsace Lorraine
Metz faces upheaval as a soldiers council forms amid mutiny and civic guard clashes. French forces occupy Mulhouse Sedan Gravelotte forts south of Metz and nearby towns while Governor von Lequis resists with cavalry. Louis Forest reports Metz is isolated and awaiting French relief amid rising civilian unrest.
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sace-Florraine
Mangin
Metz
Mulhausen
Sedan
Gravelotte
Munster
Altkirch
Louis Forest
Matin
von Lequis
Place Des Armes
Mouline
M. Forest
Seilan
Alsace-Lorraine
Paris
Arc de Triomphe
Place de la Concorde
Jorn of Arc
Gambetta
Lafayette
The San Antonio Light Promotes Its Global News Service
The San Antonio Light touts its wired access to The Associated Press and a full London Times cable service, claiming unrivaled worldwide coverage. It highlights staff reporters and foreign correspondents, asserting accuracy, enterprise, and a growing local circulation while promising continued comprehensive, clean news and advertising pages.
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San ‘Antonio
America
United States
Associated Press
Silveza
San Antonio
Europe
Philadelphis Public Ledger
Texan
Hebert Sidebotham
Ritic
Henry Noble Hull
Washington
Tinica
H. ‘Perry ‘Rabinger
Ernest Brain
Aglad
Holland
Jamies David Bourchier
Jerusalem
Lies
Balkana
A. B. Filson
Spain
Japan
China
Persia
Afghanistan
Ethrer World
Chicago Daily News
Asia
San Antonio Light
Junius B. Wood
Froit
France
Basset
Digby
E. Percy Noel
Rene Feiberman
Edward Price Bell
Paul Ayres Rockwell
News Service
Philip Gibbs
New York Times
B.E. James
Americha Army
Light
The
Texas
Paris Welcomes Return of Alsace Lorraine In Armistice Parade
A Paris grand manifestation marked by spruce branches and American aid celebrated postwar gratitude for victorious troops. President Poincare hailed France’s liberation of Alsace Lorraine and praised Clemenceau while European forces spoke of shared glory on land and sea.
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Paris
Alence
Poincare
Rue de Strassburg
Poinenxe
France
Alsace
Lporraine
Germany
Alsace-Lorraine
M. Poincare
Georges Clemenceau
R'Dent
Brink of Brussels as Germans retreat with mixed signals
Report describes German troops parading to their government HQ in Brussels, trampling a flag, and raising the red flag from a balcony while crowds gather in Rue Roix, with locals singing the Internationale and a note on unwelcoming Belgian soldiers.
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T ‘He
Itegene
Rue -Roix
Atch
Italian Army Advances in Northern Italy Amidst Fast-Moving Front
The Italian and American forces press forward on the northern front as evacuating troops pull back. American units en route to Tolmino push ahead so quickly transport teams strain to supply them. one U.S. soldier is killed and six wounded as streets in Montgomery encounter a deadly streetcar crash.
Doubt on German Revolution Sincerity Sparks Debate
A Chicago Daily News special reports mixed views in political circles over Germany’s revolution. Some doubt true reform, citing lingering imperialists in the foreign office like Dr Solf, while radicals say changes require time. The Entente may need to assess in Germany whether a real change of heart occurred. A separate item notes Allen Adams, civilian instructor at Hempstead aviation camp, killed when his aircraft crashed. Victor Borst hopes French food normal by Easter.
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John Wv
Bass
Tito San Antonio Lignt 2
Chicago Daily
Nawe
Nawa Co
NTL Laris
France
Wilson
Germany
Foreign Office
Dr. Solf
Wilishington
D.C
Allen Adams
Government Aviation Camp
Hempstend
Long Island
New York
Washington
Liberty Loan Subscriptions Dues Due November 20 1918
The next payment by subscribers to the 43 percent Fourth Liberty Bond is due and payable on or before November 20 1918 at the bank where subscription was made. All subscribers are asked for prompt attention. Banks and financial firms listed include City National Bank Alam o National Bank SULLIVAN & CO San Antonio National Bank Nickwood National Bank Roos National Bank Oppenheim Signal Bank Merce State National Bank Commercial State Bank Central Trust Surrenty State Bank.
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Liberty Loan
City Nationa Bank
Alamo
Dee ‘Sullivan & CC
SAN Antonio Ational Bank
Nickwood National
German naval visit tops week as fleets clash in tale of war
London reports a massive German naval force including battleships battle cruisers and destroyers to depart for an unknown destination Monday morning. British and American observers accompany them to their destination while fleet talks with Admiral Beatty continue aboard the Queen Elizabeth in the Firth of Forth.
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London
Berlin
Amsterdam
Rover
Kaiserin
Sonie Albert
Kronprinz
Wilhelm
Pring Regent Luitpold
Markgrat
Bayern
Konig
Friedrich Tr
Moltke
von Detight
Bremen
Brummer
Frankfurt
Roelh
Dresden
Emden
Parkland Islands
Sturdee
Indian
Far East
David ‘Beatty
Grand Fleet
von Mehrer
Firth of Forth-Scotland
Koenigsberg
Bliss
Army of Occupation Moves Into Montmedy and Town Welcomes Free
Eyewitness account recalls the American entry into Montmedy as German forces retreat. French townspeople flood the streets alongside US troops, flags, tears, and celebratory music mark liberation while looted homes and displaced civilians reveal the prior occupation’s impact.
American and French Forces Hit Narrow Front in World War II
Report describes American and French divisions forming a defense line with eight American divisions and four French divisions along a front from Nazareth to the Adour river area. Mention of general staff names and supply lines. notes minimal losses and strong defensive positions as of November.
Hohenzollern Plans Return to Germany Reported
Potsdam soldiers and workers committee reiterates that William Hohenzollern plans to return to Germany due to disturbances in Holland. A Copenhagen dispatch cites Lokal Anzeiger Berlin. Prince Diedrich Frederick appeals to Potsdam garrison to aid the new government. Former empress arrives in Holland by air. The Dutch government faces delicacy over exile reception.
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London
Potsdam
William
Maarn
Holland
Ant Charles von Bentinck
Godard
Idyoclarede
Askin ‘m
Unt
Fugitive ex-navy minister Tirpitz linked to escape
Copenhagen reports Adalrmus von Tirpitz, former German naval minister, fled to Switzerland amid revolution rumors. The dispatch notes he was blamed for Germany’s defenses and hints at political turmoil driving the escape from the upheaval.
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von Tirpitz
Copenhagen
Adaiirus von Tirpitz
Germany
Switzerland
Joermgnz
Armenian massacre blame linked to Kaiser in London dispatch
London dispatch reports Dr Solf cites German complicity or provocation in the Armenian massacre. The note accuses the Kaiser of conniving or inciting mass killings, while detailing a signal concern over Germany's role and sympathy from officials. Davis nominated as American ambassador to Britain. Alexander King nominated for solicitor general.
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Davis
Washington
Tolm W. Davis
Wilson
Great Britain
Alexander
Atlanta
Vad
Mr. Davis
Quinine and Iron Tonic Promotes Strength and Appetite
A vintage tonic advertises Groves Tasteless Chill Tonic with specially prepared quinine and iron. It claims to restore strength, healthy color, and appetite for children, mothers, and families, with pleasant taste and no nervousness. Price six cents.
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Times Service
Golphia Public Ledger
the Public Ledger Co
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Alsbery
Lion’s Claw
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Stortal Cole
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Army
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