Germany’s New Peace Proposals Aim to Preserve Status Quo
United Press Leased Wire reports Germany drafting peace proposals based on the status quo. Flanked by notes from Matin, Berlin would evacuate Belgium with guarantees and indemnities, retire from France and Italy, and seek return of colonies in exchange for commerce freedom. Turkey, Bulgaria, and possible concessions over Russia and Alsace Lorraine loom in the background. Amsterdam dispatches note Cologne Gazette confirms Germany repeating the peace offer.
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Is the London View Only Propaganda
The British foreign office told United Press no hint of Teutonic peace terms had reached London through a neutral nation. The office said such terms were German propaganda and the peace terms were not conveyed to Britain.
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Methodical Huns Stop for Soup at 11:30 on Front Line
A on the spot witness describes trench life on the French front. German snipers, mining engineers, and underground quarters reveal the brutal routine and the methodical pace of both sides. The observer notes No Man's Land, barbed wire, and oral remarks about impending bombardments.
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Spokane Man Heads National Party
D. C. Coates of Spokane has accepted the management of the national party recently organized. He will base headquarters in Chicago and plans to return to Spokane once the party is organized. Coates is a former Spokane city commissioner and the party is linked to John Sparco and other pro American socialists.
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Fishermen Seek 100 Percent Halibut Cod Pay Increase
Vancouver delegates from the Deep Sea Fishermen's union meet cold storage company reps to press for a 100 percent rise in returns for halibut and black cod and a 20 percent increase for ground fish.
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Sighting of German raider schooner off Chile
Passengers arriving in San Francisco report a schooner believed to be a German raider manned by Beeadler's crew seen off the Chilean coast.
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Daughters Allege Whisky Theft Ring Ties to Alibi
In a confession linked to a liquor theft amid a fatal shooting, Casey and Graham confess involvement with Porria in procuring stolen whisky from a cache and transporting it by car. Casey claims they planned an alibi to place them at home Wednesday night as authorities pursue the case.
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Anti German Feeling Rises in Buenos Aires Riots
Report from Buenos Aires on December 22 describes heavy guard on German owned properties as police patrol downtown. Rioting and clashes between anti German crowds and police surface with threats against President Irigoyen and calls for war on Germany. Congress seeks explanation on Luxburg letters and government links to Germany.
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Washington Boys in Sub Zone Now
The Sunset division which includes the 161st Infantry formerly the Second Washington is in torpedo zones of the Atlantic or possibly in France, per letters to Beaville friends. Frank J. Crosby of the 11th Infantry notes Red Crows supplied sweaters scarves mittens and knit helmets to every soldier, easing climate stress.
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Raymond Voters Approve Commission Government by 115
Raymond residents voted to adopt a commission form of government after a spirited election. The measure won by a majority of 115 votes, with opposition led by Mayor A. C. Little.
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Prisoners Testify Against Lawyer in Disbarment Hearing
Kart and Cecil Jordan inmates at the state penitentiary in Walla Walla testified Friday against Homer Turner in a disbarment proceeding in the county city building. They said they posted bail for Turner and he did not furnish it. Turner denied the charge and the hearing was continued to next Wednesday.
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Skykomish Cut Off By 700-Foot Washout
A 700 foot washout on the county road near Skykomish will sever the town from the nearby lumber mine and make supply transport nearly impossible, per a report to the county engineer's office on Friday.
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Youth Now Denies Former Confession
In New York on December 22, 16 year old Timothy Moynihan was found guilty of killing his peer Henry Ayres after a quarrel. He smiled as led to the Tombs on the stand and denied the shooting claiming a recent confession was torn from him by threat of a third party.
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Skirt Material to Shrink to Three and a Half Yards
Chicago garment makers announce new spring rule limiting women dress material to three and a half yards. The decision comes from the Chicago Garment Manufacturers' association as an industry guideline for upcoming fashion.
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Draft Draftees Urged to Apply for Radio Instruction
Drafted men seeking radio instruction in public night schools should send applications to Supervisor A L Brown. Limited training slots available. Later a burglary report: Hi Newman said someone entered his room at 412 Firetave and stole a gray suit and overcoat. Carl Loist reported a thief entered his room at 29138 First Ave and took a dark gray suit and overcoat.
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Miners Trapped in Wilkeson Mine Delayed by Water
In Wilkeson 250 feet above the gangway water backed into the second counter stalling rescue efforts for five miners buried since Monday night at the Wilkeson Coal and Coke company mine.
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McIntyre Remembers Long Career and His Everlasting Suit
James McIntyre of McIntyre and Heath recalls actor’s long arc from post civil war stages to modern touring. He notes aging, keeping a 27 year old suit, and a $2 purchase turning into a legendary wardrobe symbol. A reunion with George Primrose ends in late night reminiscence. Marie Nelson sprained her arm after a fall on wet pavement.
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