Chancellor Sets Forth Peace Plan Amid War Stress
In Copenhagen Prince Maximilian of Baden outlines a peace program to the Reichstag. He stresses unity behind a just peace, constitutional reform, and international cooperation. The plan seeks a general peace with postwar guarantees, Belgium's independence, and Baltic autonomy, while urging quick civilian control and labor protections. The note to Washington, via Switzerland, aims to start negotiations led by the United States.
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Cardui praised by Mrs Bergen for life saving relief
Mrs S W Bergen of 2608 S Lake Ave credits Cardus with saving her life after severe back pain nervous distress and sleepless spells. She says Cardui helped her regain health and urges others to try the mild tonic marketed for women, with widespread use over 40 years.
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Complete Surrender Urged by Senators
A congressional debate argues that surrender demands must be explicit to the enemy and that allied powers should discuss proposals from the central powers. The message notes troop withdrawals and a push to align public understanding with right and liberty, echoing President Wilson's speech and urging frank allied declarations of purpose.
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Socialist Party
Democracys Appeal Noted by German Press
The Cairio Universal reports Count Stomanones minister of justice praising democratic principles as Germany faces danger. It notes a shift away from aristocratic militarism, viewing the central powers’ stance as a step toward peace amid wartime tensions.
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Starved by Bulgars Athens reports Bulgarian occupation toll
In Seres Macedonia Greek observer Venizelos notes 244000 locals with 5000 dead from starvation 11000 deported and 2000 forced to work on roads during Bulgarian rule. Embro says Greek allied forces may advance toward Rhodope and Nestos. A German police chief in Warsaw is shot by an unknown assailant.
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Press of America weighs peace offers from Germany
A compendium of editorials from New York Times to St. Louis Globe Democrat argues Germany must surrender unconditionally, end autocratic rule, and prove genuine peace terms. The papers condemn any negotiated peace while Kaiser regime endures and urge total victory by allied forces.
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Banish Catarah Hyomei For Quick Head Relief
Breathe Hyomei to ease catarrh and head congestion in minutes with a soothing eucalyptus based antiseptic. The complete outfit includes inhaler and bottle, available at druggists and A. M. Fischer's, with extra bottles for those who already own a dehaler.
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Serbs pursue Austro Germans near Nish in decisive push
London dispatches report Serbian troops pressing north of Vranje toward Nish, claiming 1500 prisoners taken and 12 guns captured. Albanian frontier notes say Vehra on the Black Drina has fallen to Serbian forces. A French official adds belief Dimitrovgrad area action as well.
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Fl Basan
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Zemo Promises Quick Relief for Skin Ailments
Advertised as a fast acting topical remedy, Zemo costs 35 cents for a standard bottle or one dollar for an extra large size. It claims to cleanse, soothe, and heal eczema, blotches, ringworm, and rashes with easy application and non greasy formula. The E. W. Rose Co. of Cleveland promotes it for immediate relief.
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Treble balloon corps to meet war demands expands crew
Washington Oct 7 the War Department announced the air service may draft age and transfer officers to add 1200 officers and 25000 men to the balloon corps, boosting the unit from about 11000. Enlisted and civilian applicants for commissions must take a cadet course of three to five months at training camps now operating at Old Point Comfort Virginia San Antonio Texas and Arcadia California.
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Wilson Frames Reply to Germany and Peace Offers
The article reports on President Wilson framing Germany's peace proposals as a test of sincerity, with Austria and Turkey cited. It notes Kaiser Wilhelm’s leadership remains dominant in Germany and describes German military conduct and the Kaiser's address as signaling cautious diplomatic shifts amid ongoing fighting on the Western Front.
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Wild rumors of German surrender sweep Chicago churches
On October 7 crowds in Chicago and surrounding areas reacted to rumors that Germany had surrendered. Despite denials from newspapers and authorities, hundreds of churches warned parishioners against a Teutonic peace offensive as midnight parades and bonfires occurred in several towns. Relatives of servicemen joined spontaneous peace demonstrations.
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German Surrender Remarks Raise Caution on Allied Terms
George Nicholl Barnes, of the war cabinet, said at Derby last night that Germany has surrendered without condition and is anxious to save its skin even at allies' expense. He warned the peace proposal shows Germans grasp the changed military balance and the shift in power.
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George Nicholl Barnes
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Paris Sees Wilson Peace Move as German Bluff
Paris readers focus on President Wilson and the U S role in ending World War I. Center powers including Germany push for armistice they hope would spare their defeat, while French papers demand complete victory, disarmament of Germany, and reparations for past wrongs. Leaders warn that any peace talks must not concede autonomy for Alsace Lorraine.
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Confderor
Austrian Press Hopes for Peace Move Within the Central Powers
Amsterdam dispatches report Vienna newspapers hopeful of a peace move by central powers gaining success. Fremdenblatt voices doubt yet readiness for all events, while Nieuwe Freie Presse calls for foresight and action. Baron Burian and Prince Maximilian of Baden exchange telegrams stressing loyal cooperation toward a honorable peace with God’s help, amid determination of peoples and armies.
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Emperor William Offers Peace to Enemy Proclaimation
Berlin reports the Emperor issued a proclamation to the German army and navy after the Macedonian front collapsed. He says allies consent to renewed peace efforts but only for an honorable settlement. He praises troops at home and abroad and urges continued resistance while trusting in strength and divine aid.
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Switzerland
William
Watherland
God
Allied Forces Press Forward Near Itheims Area
American, British, and French troops advance from Aguilcourt toward Au Mennucourt le Petit, closing within eight miles of Itheims as the campaign progresses.
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Allies Press German Retreat Across Champagne Front
Allied advances press German forces south of the Retourne toward the Aisne as Berthelot and Gouraud push the line. American troops fight alongside French to expel Germans from Champagne while Italians strike near Laon. Lille is expected to be evacuated as the retreat broadens from Lens to St Quentin.
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Laon
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Allies to Dictate Peace Roosevelts Call From Train
Former President Theodore Roosevelt urged that peace be dictated by the Allies not Germany, saying sacrifice at home and in arms is needed and criticizing any German-led settlement. He spoke from a moving train, stressing wartime urgency and unity.
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Many Kinds of Rheumatism One Sure Mode of Treatment
A vintage medical ad proclaims that rheumatism heals only through the blood. It touts S. S. S. as a blood tonic and purifier originated by Swift Laboratory in Atlanta. The piece urges readers to take S. S. S. daily to purify the blood and relieve rheumatic symptoms.
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