Hindenburg Trying to Head Off Poles England Ready for the President
In Coblenz on December 23 American Marines patrol the Rhine under Col Julian Dodge who leads river navigation and serves as Provost Marshal. The U S Army of Occupation reports 60 large calibre guns and 3000 machine guns handed over by Germany and notes a week to inspect. Americans also occupy Ehrenbreitstein Fortress across the Rhine.
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Alaskans in Belgian town with 91st division
An official announcement states the 91st division, comprising Alaskans and other Westerners, is located at Denterghem Belgium. The update was issued today.
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England to Send Supplies via Limburg and Scheldt
Brussels report says England notified the Netherlands of plans to supply the British army of occupation through Limburg and the Scheldt river routes in the Dutch possession.
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All food regulations rescinded for bread meat sugar
Washington December 23 all war regulations governing bread meat sugar butter and cheese have been rescinded. The action ends controls on these essentials and returns pricing and supply matters to civilian authorities.
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Ebert Granted Full Authority in German Affairs
Berlin December 23 The revolutionary parliament adjourned last Friday giving Premier Ebert’s cabinet the fullest power to manage state affairs. Congress backed a state control plan and agreed gradual reopening of the coal industry. Amsterdam December 23 German forces evacuated Reval Estonia and fought Bolsheviks near Kiev, seizing 15 guns. Berne December 23 socialism of industry in Russia failed with state mills losing money, crippling industry under Bolshevik rule.
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Rijndam Sails From Brest With 3000 Troops
Washington dispatch reports the transport Rijndam departed Brest today carrying about 3000 officers and men bound for an unspecified destination amid wartime movements.
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Official Program Outlined for President Wilson England Trip
London dispatch details Wilsons visit with Dover arrival and palace welcomes. Banquet at Lancaster House and Guildhall addresses set, with conferences in London and Carlisle, Manchester, then return to France. Groundwork for peace and food aid dominated talks with Hoover.
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First War Time Street Decorations for Wilson Visit
London plans the first organized wartime street decorations for President Wilson. The route from the railway station to Buckingham Palace will be elaborately adorned with linked standards and streamers, with Stars and Stripes as the main motif.
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Tomorrow Last Shopping Day For Christmas
Tomorrow is the last shopping day for Christmas with a rush to complete purchases under the wire. Human nature leads to overlooked items and last minute urgencies as some excuses remain for not finishing their shopping before the deadline.
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Collapse of Dual Empire Arouses Calls for Inquiry
In Vienna on December 23 the German Austrian National Assembly demanded a commission to probe Austria Hungary’s military collapse as civilians denounce brutality arrogance and incompetence among high command. Officers are accused of theft and luxury while the masses starved. In New York on December 23 the transport Cedric arrived with 65 officers 2,168 men and 2,000 wounded.
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Germander Eckert Recalled as Mexican Propaganda Chief
Mexico City December 23. The German Minister von Eckert has been recalled to Germany. He is credited as director of violent anti German propaganda in Mexico. The German affairs are now in the hands of the counsellor of the Legation, ordered by the new government to focus on legation duties and stop propaganda work.
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Yukon River Fishing Limited to 30,000 Cases Annually
Acting Secretary of Commerce Sweet limits commercial Yukon river fishing in Alaska to 30,000 cases per year. Fishing is prohibited above the mouth of Clear River and Andrewfsky. Rules follow hearings held in Seattle on November 20.
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Washington Returns With 3700 Soldiers From Europe
The transport Washington, which carried President Wilson to Europe, has returned to Washington with 3,700 soldiers aboard. The ship's voyage concluded after the European trip, delivering troops homeward.
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Large Forces Under Gen Hindenburg Gathering at Posen
Gen. Hindenburg concentrates a large troop force at Posen in German Poland. Polish nationalists claim German Poland is part of a new Poland and their troops invade to join the new republic. A Warsaw dispatch cites Polish editor Tutermileh blaming Jewish propaganda for influencing Versailles on schools courts and Parliament.
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Damage estimates from Polish occupation described
Warsaw reports estimated damage worth two million dollars from the German occupation. German forces removed food and supplies, cut telephone wires, dismantled industrial plants, and confiscated machinery.
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New Czech President Takes Office in Prague
Prof. Masaryk, leader of the new Czech-Slovak republic, has entered Prague and will assume duties as chief executive immediately. He travels from Paris where he had been.
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Poles to Confer With Czechs in Silesia Dispute
Vienna report says a Polish delegation will travel to Prague to seek an amicable agreement with the Czechs over their claims to Silesia in Austria.
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Armenia Declares Independence Amid War 1918
The Armenian National Delegation in Paris proclaims independence of Armenia including Galicia and places the state under protection of the Entente Powers America and the proposed League of Nations. Viscount Grey suggests the Peace Congress offers a chance to seed a practical start toward a League of Nations.
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Another Estimate of Italy War Losses Reported
Paris dispatch says Salvatori Varz ilal, ex Italian cabinet member, claims Italy suffered 500000 killed in the war with 300000 more dying of disease. He cites 200000 severely wounded and 500000 captured, with 6000000 assembled to the national colors.
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Supreme Court Finds Seamen Act Wages Constitutional Abroad
Washington Dec 23 The Supreme Court in its first interpretation of La Follette's seamen act certifies that all sections regulating seamen wages are constitutional but limits application to foreign vessels only while in American waters.
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President Opposes Plan to Sink German Warships
Washington December 23 President Wilson disagrees with the plan to sink German warships favored by the American peace commissioners. In a separate note from Parks December 23 Wilson, far from the White House, will enjoy Christmas. he recently went shopping on foot about Paris unrecognized.
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Paris Honors Wilson With Doctor of Law Degree
President Wilson received the degree of Doctor of Law from the University of Paris in a ceremony before a distinguished crowd, marking a notable honor during his visit.
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President Wilson preps Paris stroll with escorts
Paris sightings report that President and Mrs. Wilson walked two secret service guarded laps in the capital this afternoon unrecognized. The pair left quietly and enjoyed an hour together before a brief talk with Col. BE. M. House prior to departure.
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Passengers for Juneau on the Northwestern
Seattle December 23 The steamer Northwestern sailed Sunday afternoon for Alaska with passengers to Juneau including Captain George A. Greene Peter Carlson R Johnson Jr Miss B Day Mrs M Jellestson and Mr and Mrs A N Howell aboard for the voyage existing aboard.
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National Banks Resources Reach New High
Washington on December 23 reports from the Comptroller of the Currency that the resources of the national banks have reached nearly 20 billion dollars, a new high record for the system.
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