House and Benson Travel to France for Armistice Talks
Colonel E M House and Admiral William S Benson arrived in France as U S representatives to handle Germanys armistice plea and peace negotiations. The War Council is expected to act soon with terms possibly outlined promptly. House will lead negotiations with Benson aiding naval questions as Bliss handles artillery tasks.
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Allies In Full Accord In Armistice Negotiations
London reports Unit 7 notes Germany approve a general situation policy. The central powers previously pursued separate talks, but with President Wilson agreeing to submit armistice terms to all belligerents, joint allied terms and leaders will shape the final settlement.
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French Officials React To Wilson Note On Germany
Paris officials say Wilson's reply converts the issue to a military question for Foch Taig and Pershing and doubt German sincerity in internal reforms. They warn armistice is unlikely and a guarded peace is essential to prevent a relapse into militarism. Hoover receives King Albert's thanks on relief work.
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Abdication Demands Led by Liebknecht in Berlin Crowd
Paris reports an enormous crowd before the Reichstag demanding abdication of a Wilhelm and the republic. Socialist leader Karl Liebknecht, recently released, was greeted with fervent acclaim and addressed the gathering from a carriage. Separate dispatches note the Reichstag granting Prince Maximilian a vote of confidence by a 103 to 10 tally with 23 members abstaining.
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Earthquake Shocks Felt Near Washington D C
An earthquake of moderate intensity rattled near Washington occurring overnight about 7400 miles away. Georgetown University seismographs logged the shocks around 1:15 PM and continued until 12:40 AM. Father Francis J. Vondorf suggested the epicenter lay south of Washington, likely in the West Indies or Central America.
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Now's the Time for God to Aid Kaiser Says Berlin Paper
Berlin papers react to Wilson’s note with calls for divine aid for Kaiser. National Zeitung and Neuster Nachrichten publish commentary praising the quick reply and suggesting it brings us closer to peace amid ongoing war.
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Advances Crush Counter Blows At Meuse Front
Allied dispatch reports fierce fighting along the American front southeast and northwest of Verdun on October 25. American troops gained ground at Bois Ormont Grand Pre and in the Bois de Houppy and Hellen areas, while repelling heavy German counterattacks. Prisoners and aviator recoveries noted as air war intensifies near the Meuse.
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Emperor Charles Accepts Resignation of Hungarian Cabinet
Basel dispatch reports Emperor Charles accepted the resignation of Baron Burian as Austro-Hungarian foreign minister and the Hungarian cabinet led by Dr Wekerle. Count Andrassy named to succeed Burian as foreign minister amid upheaval in Budapest with Croatian soldiers revolting in Finime.
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Weather Summary For Multiple Cities
San Antonio and vicinity expect cloudiness tonight and Saturday with highs around 40. East Texas reports cloudy skies with rain on the coast. St Louis records 48 degrees with northwest winds and light rain, Kansas City shows 48 and 50 with varied winds, New York around 46 with southeast winds, and Washington notes rain and variable temperatures.
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American Naval Guns Hurl Huge Shells On German Positions
American 16 inch guns manned by American sailors with French forces began firing on German railroad centers behind the Serre Gis front on Rozoy area. The weapons, the largest yet used, weigh about 100 tons and fire projectiles near a ton, with a range far exceeding previous guns. Naval crews have long operated 12 inch guns on several sectors, though formal announcements had not been made.
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Haig's Men Repulse Hun Attack and Push Ahead
Italian troops open offensive between the Piave and Brenta with advances across the Ornie River near Monte Grappa. Monte Solarolo and parts of Monte Prassolan and Monte Perti fall while islands Grave Pattadpoli and Maggiore are captured on the Piave. Allies report some success despite bad weather as British and French troops support the push. In Monte Grappa fighting Italians secure the northern bank of the Ornic River and take nearly 3000 prisoners.
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British and French Push Front in Belgium and France
British forces report capture of Maing southeast of Valenciennes and Vendigies-sur-Beaillon with a German counterattack repulsed. The front between the Cambrai Canal and the Scheldt is advancing, 8400 prisoners and over 100 guns taken since Wednesday. French troops northeast of the Oise and Serre penetrate Villers-le-See and surround La Terre, with further eastward gains along Serre and Vesles et Cantmont and Pierrepont.
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French seize villages on Aisne front in gains
Paris reports on the Aisne front east of Rethel that French troops captured the villages of Ambly and Fleury, taking 100 prisoners. In Longchamps region French forces repulsed two German attacks east of the Sambre Canal while continuing pressure along the Serre River front this morning.
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4200 MORE PRISONERS TAKEN IN FRANCE FRONT
Allied forces in France and Belgium report heavy fighting near Valenciennes with the British advancing along the front. Reports say the British third army has taken 6000 prisoners and the first and fourth armies 1200 each, totaling 1400, plus over 100 vanions captured. British hold ground from Le Faux to Ghissignies and near Le Quesnoy as the battle rages.
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Allied push across Belgium France in renewed offensive drives
British forces advance east of Valenciennes and Le Quesney as Allies press German lines in Belgium and France. French units relieve pressure near Vise and Seixe and surround la Ferté. Italian troops strike the Austrians on the Piave and Brenta axis near Monte Grappa as Italian aims widen.
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