Polo Takes Command of Polish Army in France
General Polo sworn in as commander in chief of the Polish army in France amid the First Polish Division, largely American Poles. The division took an oath to the Entente. Polo and others deserted Austrians last winter and escaped Russia via Murmansk. Uniforms are horizon blue and equipment arrived from the United States.
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Associated Press
France
Polo
United States
Golo
Russia
Murmansk
Actress Shares Secret To Darken Gray Hair At Home
Joiey Williams of the Imperial Theatre in St. Louis offers a budget home remedy for gray hair. Mix bay rum glycerine Barbo Compound and water, apply twice a week until the shade deepens, claiming it makes gray hair look 20 years younger without dyeing or greasing the scalp.
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Joiey Williams
Imperial Theatre
Allied Press Praises Wilson Note Peace Appeal
London and Paris papers hail President Wilson’s note to Germany as a master stroke. The fall of the Turkish cabinet signals a broader push for peace, with allies united in questioning Germany’s terms and urging unconditional surrender. Italy and Britain praised Wilson’s reply as a clear path to a just, lasting peace.
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Foreign Office
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Turkey
Berlin
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Italy
Rome
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Paris Press Praises Note on German Demands
Paris reactions to President Wilsons note praise the firm but open stance toward Germany. The press agrees the US has set a civil but decisive condition for peace talks while keeping a doorway for negotiation with fourteen points guarantees. Socialist leaders endorse the diplomatic approach and call for a just armistice with clear guarantees.
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United States
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Wilson
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Prussia
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Socialist Party
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Roosevelt Criticizes Note in War Victory Focus
In Oyster Bay on October 19 Colonel Theodore Roosevelt rejected discussing terms until victory is assured. He stated he would not discuss any peace terms until the war has been won, signaling his stance on the ongoing conflict.
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Oyster Bay
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Restaurant Men Agree to Release All Men Employees
City restaurant owners met with the Department of Labor in the Gunther banquet hall and pledged full support for releasing male workers to essential war industries. H. M. Lewis of the Department of Labor urged compliance, noting a 1,000,000 man shortage and the need for women to fill roles. Unanimous approval was recorded, with plans to finalize a transfer program by early next week.
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Mexican Man Found Dead in Milam Square
A Mexican man named Maximo Torres, per military registration, was found dead in Milam Square shortly after 7 am Thursday. Police say he likely died five hours earlier from a bullet wound to the temple, with a 38 caliber revolver beside him. identity uncertain beyond the Oklahoma City issue. An inquest will be held by Justice Campbell, and the body is at Riebe Morgue as relatives are sought.
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Milam Square
Oklahoma City
Justice Campbell
Riebe
Elt
Austria Plans Autonomy Amid Push for Peace Prelude
Vienna reports indicate a ministerial council approves national autonomy to meet Wilson's stipulations. Czech and Polish leaders hint at future state structures while Hungarian elements push for Hungary Austria separation and a German federation idea gains traction.
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Wilson
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Austria
Zurich
Theodore Tatthyamyi
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Warsaw
Only Military Reasons Could Force Acceptance Of Wilson Demands
The Cologne Gazette argues only military necessity could compel accepting Wilson's conditions. It suggests Germany may demand counter guarantees such as evacuation of colonies held by the Allies. The empire's political and military authorities will debate the questions, with the chancellor likely presenting outcomes to the Reichstag.
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Switzerland
Wilson
Cologne Gazette
Germany
Reichstag
Huns' Kitchens Supplying Americans North of Verdun
American forces north of Verdun capture mobile German kitchens after a Franco American push west of the Argonne forest. Paris reports kitchens and food supply captured as they moved with advancing troops near Mont Blanc and Sommer Fire area.
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Verdun
Mont Blanc
Argonne Forest
Sommer
Will of the people to guide Bulgaria under King Boris
Basel dispatch from Sofia reports King Boris pledges to rules Bulgaria with the people’s will guiding policy. He vows to work with patriotic advisers and to pursue the nation’s good, stating the country shall not perish and urging national unity.
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Bulgaria
Alfonso Convalescent After Influenza Attack
Madrid reports King Alfonso is convalescent from influenza and no further bulletins will be issued. He is expected to preside over the Tama meeting at San Sebastian, aiding the royal recovery.
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Madrid
Tama
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Sebastian
German note still pending as Berlin awaits full text
Berlin dispatch says Julian's note not yet received by the German government and a full reply cannot be made until the official text arrives. The report notes that a further government declaration would likely be needed.
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Juilian
Berlin
Baptist Meeting Ends Two Day San Antonio Session
The San Antonio Baptist Association completes a two day meeting at Pegues Memorial Baptist Church with a Thursday afternoon session and a public address by Dr. B. J. Porter at First Baptist Church. Treasurer reports show a 800 surplus for next year.
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Pegues Memorial Baptist Church
J. Porter
First Baptist Church
Porter
Oklahoma City
C. Bailey
Buckner’s Orphans Home
Civie Righteousness
D ©. Lang
J. C. Everett
Temperance
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