Armistice Terms End Austro-Hungarian Fight
United States allied armistice terms for Austria-Hungary are public. They demand total demobilization, withdrawal of forces, surrender of submarines and major craft, evacuation of invaded territories, and allied occupation of strategic points including Pola. Germany faces similar demobilization and surrender requirements.
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Austria-Hungary
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West Front
Pola
Austria
Germany
Austria Accepts Allies Terms for Surrender
The terms call for Ceasefire and demobilization of Austrian forces and the delivery of enemy troops, with evacuation of invaded territories. Allies authorize use of roads, rails and waterways in Austria for military and supply movements. End of hostilities and internment provisions for remaining German troops in Austrian territory.
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Aus
Austrian
Seattle Voters Face Transit and Election Choices
Residents head to the polls with a $15,000,000 city purchase plan for the traction system financed from car revenues. The Star endorses a constitutional convention and dry law, plus multiple judicial and legislative seats, urging support for prowar and reconstruction aligned candidates in Beattle Kitsap districts and various state and county offices.
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Col. Hawthorne
Joseph A. Sloan
Rep
Hadley
Influenza Decline Prompts Early Election and Health Protests
Health officials report influenza cases still dropping from Saturday night to Monday noon with 30 deaths in that period. Mayor Hanson issues a proclamation urging early voting and mask use to prevent crowding at polling places on election day. Vaccine stations at Georgetown Ballard and Maynard Ave offer free inoculation with extended hours, as officials struggle to set up equipment amid large crowds.
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Allied meeting delay noted on Versailles outcomes
London reports Chancellor Bonar Law said in the Commons no early Versailles result statement, pending transmission to the United States. Provisions outline continue liability of merchant ships, plus allied and US directives on Austro-Hungarian bases, fortifications, Pola dockyards, and prisoner return.
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Emperor Karl to Abdicate and Seek Swiss Residence
A Vienna dispatch reports Emperor Karl told his cabinet and party leaders he will abdicate and reside in Switzerland. The Hungarian cabinet chaired by Count Karolyi plans to put a republic referendum to the people. Karl has absolved Karolyi and followers from oath of fealty.
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German note to Lansing cites halted air raids statement
A German note delivered to Secretary Lansing via the Swiss legation claims that since air bombing was halted on October 1 the opponents should have stopped too. The message was sent from Germany to Washington on November 4.
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Hun and Austrian Steamers Seized
Confiscation of German and Austrian steamers on the Danube has been ordered from Budapest where the situation is nearing anarchy. Advices state soldiers are pillaging depots and selling food and clothing to civilians at enormous prices.
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Danube
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Germany Is Left Alone in Big War
The Austrian armistice takes effect leaving Germany isolated against the Allies. German fronts crumble from Verdun to the Dutch border while troops rush to the Austro German frontier. British, French, and American forces advance along the Scheldt and Aisne fronts as Belgians push toward Antwerp and Ghent.
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Germany Next Armistice Terms Could Be in Washington
Austria has quit the war, and Germany is next as the capital's leaders anticipate armistice terms today or tomorrow. Washington is favored for the peace conference site, with Brussels and other cities discussed, while President Wilson is seen as having a strong say in selection and attendance.
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Austria
Germany
Brussels
Wilson
America
Hungary to vote on government form in December
Count Karolyi announced Hungary will vote in December to decide whether the new government will be a monarchy or a republic. He promised women would be permitted to participate in the vote.
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Chilberg Backs City Purchase Of Street Car System
J E Chilberg head of the Scandinavian American Bank and former Chamber of Commerce president urged voters tomorrow to approve municipal ownership of the Puget Sound Traction Light and Power street car system. He cited constitutional limits and conflicts with the company as reasons for inadequate service and low wages. He argued city operation would secure decent service and fair wages for employees.
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Yankees Split German Armies
London, Nov. 4. American forces pressed the Stenay gap from the west and cut the Beaufort line, effectively splitting the German retreat and blocking freedom of maneuver. West of the Meuse the advance neared Beaumont while occupying towns along the Meuse below Halles and approaching Vervieres on the left flank.
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East Germany Open to Drive After Austria-Hungary Exit
Paris reports that from 3 PM today the German eastern frontier stands exposed as Austria-Hungary leaves the war. Munich Dresden Bavaria Saxony and Prussia face direct menace of an Allied invasion while the inter allied council watches grimly. Paris awaits the next step in the Central European debacle.
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Capture Ghent on North Line In War Updates
Ghent reported captured Sunday morning per Daily News dispatch from Rotterdam. British report says Belgian troops reach outskirts of Ghent with unofficial confirmation from London wireless desk.
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Tenth army nets over 16,000 prisoners in Italian advance
British war office reports the Tenth army, with American brigades, advancing past Viletta Praturlone and the Medina river east of Pordenone. The tally exceeds 16,000 prisoners, 14,000 by the 14th mounted regiment, plus 450 more prisoners and 13 guns on the Asiago plateau. The force crossed the Tagliamento and included the 232nd American regiment. the 48th division reached Levico and claimed over 20,000 prisoners in 48 hours.
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Beer seizure tied to Albers Bros alledged import
Sheriff Stringer seized 400 cases of beer found in the Albers Bros warehouse at the foot of Massachusetts street. The alcohol, said to be from San Francisco on the Rainier, is alleged to be destined for transshipment to the Orient. Prosecutors Lundin and Saunders authorize the action while investigations continue.
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British Open New Scheldt Front Drive
London announces a broad morning assault on a wide front south of the Scheldt by British forces under Field Marshal Haig. The action marks a renewed push in the Allied campaign.
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Allies Enter Constantinople as War Moves Forward
Paris dispatch reports Allied forces near Constantinople with possible entry within hours. The article notes the Prince's Islands in the Sea of Marmara near Asia Minor, nine in number, located 10 to 15 miles southeast of the city.
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Hungarian blockade of Germany announced in Geneva dispatch
Geneva reports Hungarians declare a food blockade against Germany to hasten peace. All railway and boat traffic to Germany halted and 20,000 tons of foodstuffs and large petrol supplies are held up, delaying two German divisions. Vienna dispatch notes German soldiers and sailors passing through Laibach have been disarmed.
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Wilhelm's Fate Up to Reichstag
Paris dispatch reports Reichstag groups meeting to decide on the Hohenzollern issue. German press says Kaiser and military HQ may reject armistice terms while civil government leans acceptance. Tension between factions remains critical. Berliner Tageblatt says abdication by the Kaiser may relieve the crisis.
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Italians Break Austrian Front Across Western Battle Line
Rome reports Italian troops crossed the first Austrian lines along a 50 mile front on the western wing. They move from Tonal Pass into the Vermiglio valley and ascend the Giudicarie valley crossing Mont Par bridge toward the river basin. Pershing’s communique says American forces seized 17 towns west of the Meuse with units from Texas Oklahoma Kansas Missouri Colorado New Mexico New Jersey New York Maryland West Virginia DC and more.
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Eligibility for Tuesday Vote Tied to Spring Election
Voters who participated in the general spring election when Mayor Hanson was chosen can vote on Tuesday. Those who did not vote in the primaries or failed to re register are not eligible.
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