Scott Mediator At Border Aims To Halt Hostilities
Naco Arizona December twenty second General Benjamin Hill commanding Carranza forces and Major General Hugh L Scott chief of staff United States Army signed an agreement that Carranza forces will not pursue Villa forces while Villa withdraws beyond the border line. President Gutierrez had promised retirement of Villa forces but General Maytorens Villa commander would not withdraw without a guarantee his men would not be fired upon during retirement. Scott's mediation could end hostilities in Sonora State.
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Naco
Ariz
Ben.jamin Hill
Carrara
Sthora
Hugh L. Scott
United States Army
Carranza
Villa
Gutierez
United States
Maytorens
Fred
Thale
Scott
Hostilies
Sonorm
Trappers deported as spies after boat wreck
Seattle December 22. HG Godfrey O 5 Eaton and Carl Harger Ameri cans bound from the Columbia river for a trapping expedition were arrested as German spies when their boat wrecked at Pachena Bay British Columbia. The Wl-starred party arrived in Seattle this morning having been deported to American soil by Canadian officials. Their boat and outfit were confiscated, they say, in a suit against the Canadian government threatening action.
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Seattle
HG Godfrey
Eaton
Carl
Harger
Columbia River
Pachena Bay
British Columbia
Throntennd
Peace Treaty With Spain Ratified by Congress
Washington report states Congress ratified the Administration's peace treaty with Spain today, announcing immediate effect. The move ends hostilities and aligns with official policy.
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Washington
Administration
Spain
Congress
Woman murders burglar during break‑in at Dillon estate
In Los Angeles on December 22, William Montrose Alexander, a millionaire of Dillon, Texas, was killed by a burglar who broke into his home. Alexander Jr. was fatally wounded while trying to aid his father. Miss Pene Jong, the dead man’s daughter, struck the burglar with a hairbrush, sending him fleeing as Alexander Sr. died and Miss Alexander recovered from the shock.
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Los Angeles
William
Montrose Alexander
Dillon
Texan
Svhman “Alexander Jr
Alexander
Mote
Firemen Seek Police Powers for Fire Department
The Juneau Fire Department plans to seek police powers from the City Council to enforce new regulations. The reorganization now has 25 men in two companies led by Chief Sim Kietan and Assistant Chief Charles W. Carter. The department will take on scene control, station a guard at entrances, and reduce damage by restricting access to the burning building.
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Juneau Fire Department
Ite
Sim Kietan
Charles W. Carter
Jay We Bell
Humphreya
Z.M. Bradford
Coal Test Result Seen As Fair Indication Of Matanuaka Coal
Secretary of the Navy Josaphan Daniels approved the Maryland test run on Matanuaka coal. Consulting engineer George Watkin Evans said samples from Random were unselected and the results indicate the coal’s adequacy. He noted ongoing daily tests and questioned mining cost compared with Bantis coal for Puget Sound and Mare Island yards.
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Seattle
Josaphan Daniels
O. K
Matanuska
J.S
Maryland
Alaska
George Watkin- Evans
Evans
Matanuske
Mr. Evens
Matununka
Puget Sound
Mare Island
Navy Yards
Mr. Evans
Hasamade
A. Siudpor
Atlantic clash rumors spur naval dread in early war reports
Special to the News cites wireless- intercepted messages about German battle cruiser Von der Tann active in the Atlantic. Reports from Buenos Aires also mention British Invincible and Goeben in the South Atlantic. Analysts note the Von der Tann’s speed and firepower threaten pre Dreadnought era British ships. navies size and ship counts are outlined for Germany, England, and allies.
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Boston
Boteau
Newport v News
Abglo-Bollyian
Turkey
England
North Sea
Hellgoland
Shetland Islands
Norway
Heligoland
Buenos
Ayres
Raport
von der Tann
Alsa
South Atlantic
von der ‘Tann
Goaben
Germany
Japan
Noted coal expert lauds miners in Alaskan expedition test
For twenty years and eight years retained by the United States Bureau of Mines Evans credits the NorthWest men for coordinating the Alaskan coal expedition. He praises their faithful work and points to the armored Maryland chosen for a test due to its efficiency and long record of economical steaming.
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United States Bar Ead of Mines
Evans
Desarro
bruiser-Maryland
Shen
Jong-bean
President Wilson Eyes Alaska Railroad Start Timing
President Wilson said the preliminary report from the Alaska railroad commission is nearly ready and will determine whether construction begins immediately and how the railroad will be built.
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Washington
Wilson
Alaska Railroad
Cost of Diplomatic Post Was a Fortune
Cleveland December 22 former ambassador to France Mrs Herrick says that his diplomatic experience cost him four hundred thousand dollars in fees travel and lost income after serving in Paris and during negotiations with France and allied powers over a decade ending in the early 1880s
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Cleveland
Formuer
France
MTS Herrick
Yale Plans Use of 100000 for Broadening Commercial Colleges
In New Haven Yale College intends to use the $100,000 recently left to finance broadening out policy in all commercial colleges.
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New Haven
Conn
Yale Collers
Owners Insist on Damages in Victoria Collision Suit
Seattle December 16 In response to a petition for limitation of liability by the Canadian Pacific Railway the Alaska Navigation Co on behalf of the steamship Princess Victoria asked damages totaling 489100.34 for the Admiral Sampson. The original claim was 670000. St Paul Wires and Marine Insurance Co asked paying all clams against the Victoria which they blamed for the wreck. Additional minor damage and personal property losses were filed by William Martin Cora G Pettit Cornelia M Pettibone Philip Mecani and Catherine Ac Hoy. The Victoria owners deny blame and the case has grown into a large matter requiring years for adjudication.
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Seattle
Canadian Pacific Railway
Alnska Navigation Co
Admiral Sampson
Dink
Victoria
Jost. Veanel
Fibal
St. Paul Wires & Marine Insureance Co
William “Martin Cora G. Pettit
Cornelia’ M. Pettibone
Philip ”Mecani
Catherine Ac Hoy
Jane
Cordova Dictates Cordova Representation in D.C.
At a Chamber of Commerce meeting the executive committee approved a resolution authorizing President George C. Harelot to represent Cordova in all matters of local interest before Congress in Washington. Hazalet, who had planned a Seattle visit, was recalled from Washington to offer aid on the selection of a railroad and route for a new government terminal in Alaska.
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Seattle
Ulm
Romania seeks end to war with international talks
A London report says Romania hopes to end the war through European peace efforts. Romanian bankers in New York will consult American financiers before returning to Bucharest to brief Government officials on possible steps. Romania, once neutral, seeks greater sympathy for France amid Balkan tensions and past grievances.
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New, York
London
Rumania
Europe
England
New York
Bucharnst
Burmentin
Ruyminia
Triple Aliiang
Fassia
Solkure
Bensarabiaz
Wilson Frowns On Petty Rows In Patronage Fight
President Wilson today signaled disappointment with Senate squabbles over a minor nomination. He said the administration is focused on larger questions and urged callers to consider the broader issues beyond petty differences.
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Wilson
Washington
Woodrow
Wilsom
Senate
Premature World War Comment Reprinted
A Berlin press fragment and Deutsche Tageszeitung comment on U.S. arms policy, noting President Wilson’s refusal to permit arms orders and arguing American support would bolster England and France, potentially prolonging the conflict. The World reprints the Berlin view as premature.
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Deutsche Tageszaltuk
United States
Allien the World
Wilson
United
Siaton
Berlin
England
Germany
France
Five ships bound for Scandinavian ports seized by Britain
Great Britain detains copper shipments valued around 2700 to 3000 tons carried by vessels including Tyre Antares Francisco Tato Tironto and Ran. Prize court judgments hold up these cargos after copper was removed, with about 1600 tons in Italy and ongoing actions delaying final determinations in past weeks.
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Boston
Deco
Great Britain
Diver Seeks Sitka Treasure From WWI Gunboat Loot
Report from Sitka details a Dec 16 application to the U S government to salvage troves from a sunken gunboat believed to carry nearly a quarter million dollars in gold. Divers, including C F Stogger and Ar Reeed priest of the Ruan Gredie church, discuss recoveries near old mines as remnants lie scattered.
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Shatthe
United States
Aalve Troimira
Combo
Ont
Sitka Dare
Borswar Mide
C.F. Stogger
Coop
Ann Diver Ar “Eed
Ruan-Gredie
Sitka
Stagger
Neva
Ameka
Tia
Wregke
the Times
Battles in House over National Prohibition Amendment
Des Moines dispatch reports the House debating amending the constitution to national prohibition. Leaders prepared for a full afternoon session as Western congressmen push the measure amid lengthy, heated debate and anticipated votes tonight.
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Washington
Des
House of Repsentativen
Beaison
Former Georgia solon found dead in bed in Valdosta
Former United States Senator Williams West died in Valdosta during the night. His body was discovered in the morning by his maid. West passed away unseen in his room.
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Georgia Solon
Valdosta, Gr
United Staten
Williams
West
Wwest
Steady Development Seen For Annssix Says Strong Seattle
Des 12 The rapid and continuous development of Annssix is noted by Governor J BAG Stroup of Alanka. A luncheon was held in his honor at the Arctic Club, underscoring the steady progress anticipated.
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Seattle
Des
J. Bag Stroup
Alanka
Hoor
Arctic Club
Aviator Fales Dies in Ocean Crash Over Sea
Lieutenant I Gorstner of the Army Aviation Corps was killed when his bi-plane plunged into the ocean after a wing wire broke. Captain O/2Ma ler piloted the rescue attempt as six Army machines gathered at Los Anguleu for the flight.
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San
I. -So-Gorstner
Larmy. Aviation Corps
Argentine claim on trade value cited by ambassador
Washington dispatch reports the Argentine Republic’s ambassador to the United States claims American goods worth about 100 million dollars were marketed in Argentina. The assertion is presented as a market claim from Buenos Aires dated December 22.
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Washington
Ofara Press
United States
Peace term sparks talk of revolution in Germany
A fractured report notes discussions about a peace term could trigger revolt in Germany. Negotiations were halted when the German chancellor learned that hostilities should end, raising fears of upheaval.
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Chicago
Dally Nowe
Germany
Waiting Game in the West
London reports continued German and Allied combat along the Western front with heavy artillery and offensive actions. Paris notes France has mobilized thousands of heavy guns and Austria’s artillery support, while German forces press ferocious bombardments and strategic maneuvers near the front lines.
Japan Split Over Return of Kiao Chow Loot
London cable reports Japan divided within its government on whether to return Kino Ghat captured from Germany to China. Officials debate policy amid postwar tensions and international diplomacy.
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London
Hore
Kino Ghat
Germany
Ghing
Diva says Irish would aid Germany in war talk
A German era gossip item attributes to prima donnaMme. Schimanni Holnk a claim that Irish would support Germany. The piece, dated in New York, reports she wrote a profierman letter in Berlin and has resided in America 16 years while criticizing Fatherland policy amid wartime tensions.
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New York
New
Germany
Mme. Schimanni Holnk
Berlin
Aim & Réyal
Halling
Rons Poaunle Criticlag
Vancouver Girl Sent Abroad for War Advance Training
The eighteen year old daughter of Lord James Durisenulr of Vancouver and Victoria sails to London for a war advancement course. She departs as part of a royal or noble program and represents high social circles. The report notes her age and lineage while outlining the purpose of her journey.
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Vancouver
Local Court Discharges Jury After Two Witnesses
In Seattle on December 7, Henry Bune J T Kikninko HoH Fried Bryan Jen sinson Tobi Middleton James Grady faced charges related to a trip to Nusingak Alugka during April 1918. Judge Notover discharged the jury after two witnesses were heard.
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Seattle
Henry Bune
J.T. Kikninko
Hoh-Fried
Julani
Bryan
Jen
Sinson
Tobi ‘Middleton
James Grady
Nusingak
Alugka
Weat Announces Political Move Amid Linked Partnership
Portland December 21 Governor Weat disclosed plans tied to political maneuvering and potential entry into a business partnership with Claudio McColloch, a former senator, signaling a notable shift in state political dynamics.
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Portland
Weat
Etter “Hla
Oltico
Janine
Ianein
Claudio. McColloch
Nobel Prize Winner Claims Steel Invention Exhibit
Nobel laureate Al Michelon displays a bar of Ney steel at the National Academy of Sciences in Chicago. He asserts the metal has record strength and potential use in fortifications.
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Chicago
AL AL Michelon
Han
National Academy ‘of Sciences
Ney
What Germany Wants of Britain
New York Die 22. The latest book entitled British we! Germany ' Yauiml' by yon 'Hernturd! author of "Germany and the 'Next War" argues decadent England must abandon naval supremacy, quit the triple alliance, and stop distributing its float over the world. It contends Germany would domin ate Europe, North Africa, and Asia Minor.
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New York
Germany
Yon ‘Hernturd
England
Mattiva
Europe
North
Africa
Asia Minor
Balkan Powers Courting As Greece Roumania Fear Bulgaria
London reports say Triple Entente reps assure Greece and Roumania they won’t be attacked by Bulgaria if they join the war. Rumors Greece may ally with Latvians against Austria circulate in London and Paris as Balkan tensions shift. Petrograd says Bulgaria and Roumania agreed to return Dobrudja and other lands after the Second Balkan War.
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London
Greece
Roumania
Bulgaria
Austria
Paris
Balkan States
Hellen
Petrograd
Pécs
Dobrudka
Sulgaria
Armies At Standstill In Russian Front Amid Weather
A distorted dispatch reports Russian forces in Poland facing a standstill with lines described as very thin in the east. Severe cold and deep snow hinder movement while German victory narratives are denied by the war office.
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London
Unio
Franck Dethletfelds
Germany
War Office
Borili
Venier
Qwar
Thial Fot
Wentern
Poland
Phtroghrad
Han
Lloyd George vows 600000 men to front by spring
London December 22 Lloyd George chancellor of the exchequer was quoted by The British Standard declaring that England will have 600000 men at the front before spring and ready for battle with great force.
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London
Lloyd George
Hidexchaquer
Braning Standard
England
Scuttle Father’s Given. An Ovation For Moscow Visit
Moscow reports a man named Scuttle Father’s Given received a warm ovation upon arrival with a grand welcome in the city. The event occurred December 22 as Crarny personnel accompanied the visitor.
German Navy Loses Thirty Seven Vessels In War
London reports Berlin confirms Germany has lost 37 warships of various classes since the war began. The tally includes six destroyers three light cruisers two submarines one mine layer and several minor craft.
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London
Deal
Germans Seize Norwegian Ships in Prize Court Lien
A German prize court condemned Norwegian ships valued at 400000 dollars and seized their cargoes. the vessels, loaded with wool, pit props, were consigned to German owners. The seizure occurred as German warships escorted the prize, reflecting wartime disruptions to Norwegian trade.
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London
Balkan Union Talks Faltered Says Miluk
A report from Dec 28 quotes Professor Paul Miluk leader of the Russian constin pees democrat stating negotiations between Russia and the Balkan states have proved disappointing to Russia. He calls the Balkan union not feasible at this time.
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Berlin
Patorsedanya
Paul Milukjeador
Constin
Pees Democrat
Dgelnram
Russia
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