President cries amid troops on French soil during Christmas review
President reviews ten thousand American veterans in billets aboard Wilson's train en route to Calais. He says no difference in fundamental purposes between Europe and America and admits emotion at the sight. German towns light an illuminated Christmas tree set by American soldiers on the Rhine with a band concert and soldiers and civilians warmly greeting the President.
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President and Mrs Wilson greet huge London crowds
Great holiday throngs filled the capital as President Woodrow Wilson and Mrs. Wilson were greeted by cheering crowds. Forty one guns boomed from the Tower of London as the presidential party crossed the Thames in a salute marking the visit.
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Wilson Addresses Wounded Soldiers From Buckingham Balcony
President Wilson, greeted by crowds and royalty, refuses to speak but thanks wounded soldiers for their courage and patriotism. He and the King, Queen, and Mrs. Wilson appeared on the palace balcony as the crowd urged a speech after a generous welcome.
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London
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Buckingham Palace
Wilson Christmas Message and War News Summary
President Wilson says Allied nations support peace proposals for a just lasting end to the war. American troops celebrate a victory Christmas with widespread service member welcome. Wilson travels to Chaumont to spend Christmas with troops, then during sightseeing in Paris loses his way accompanied by Mrs. Wilson asking two boys for directions.
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Paris
President Wilson at Buckingham Palace Welcome as Royal Guests
President and Mrs Wilson arrived in London from Calais and were hosted at Buckingham Palace. A royal procession drew immense crowds as King, Queen, and Princess Mary received them with ceremonial honors. Thousands of American flags fluttered amid the cheering public.
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Buckingham Palace
Calais
Times on Wilson arrival to shape postwar peace
The London Times hails President Wilson as one of the greatest events in British and American history. It notes the arrival comes at a pivotal moment, credits American help for victory, and argues peace must rest on a strong friendship between the two English-speaking nations.
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Liberty Bonds and War Relief Donations Guidance
A brief exhortation cautions against using Liberty Bond investments to justify not contributing to war relief. It suggests donating any accrued interest from bonds to relief efforts as it comes due, urging practical support despite financial commitments.
Three Men Missing On Gasoline Boat Killarney
Search parties launched from Petersburg to locate the gas boat Killarney missing since Saturday night after sailing to H. Vanvlack's cannery at Thomas Bay. On board were Harry Vanvlack and two others. gale conditions and overdue status raise fears of drift, iceberg collision, or foundering as Frederick Sound boats assist in the search.
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Frederick Sound
Sulzer Secures Quick Action for Alaska Miners
A Washington dispatch to the Post Intelligencer reports Charles A. Sulzer, Alaska delegate, secured quick passage of a bill extending to April 1 the period for mine claimants to file affidavits with recorders on exemptions for assessment work.
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Washington
The
Post Intelligencer
Charles A. Sulzer
Alaska
Imposing sight as battleships steam home to harbor
New York crowds cheered as ten great battleships led by the Arizona under Admiral Mayo steamed up the harbor in review before Secretary Daniels aboard the Mayflower near the Statue of Liberty. Twenty one airplanes circled above while a thunderous salute echoed from the guns. Later sailors paraded the streets amid cheering throngs.
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Baker urges bill to resume voluntary army enlistments
Secretary Baker urged immediate legislation to restart voluntary enlistments in the Army, repeal the selective service provisions, and enact the proposed measure.
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Army
Washington
Four Causes Named For Start Of Great War
Washington report lists four blame sources after reviewing German Foreign Office archives. First the Kaiser and Crown Prince, second Ludendorff and Tirpitz, third great industrial concerns, fourth Pan German documents to be published soon.
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Uniformed bomber wounds theatre crowd in China
Dec. 26 report says Gen Semenoff was wounded in the legs and ten others injured when a man in uniform hurled a bomb into a theatre they attended. The incident details are scarce but indicate a violent attack targeting a public venue. Local authorities and military units were alerted to the scene.
Zeppelins to Be Used for New York Hamburg Trips
The Echo de Paris reports disarmed Zeppelins will be converted into aerial merchant ships to operate between New York City and Hamburg, marking a revived plan for transatlantic air travel with the war ended.
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German Sailors Seize Berlin Red Castle in Palace Halls
In Copenhagen on December 26 hundreds of German sailors formed a guard and seized the Berlin Red Castle, shelling palace interiors with machine guns as Republican forces battled troops in the Kaiser's former residence. The revolt ousted leaders, released Herr Wells, and signaled a collapse of the Ebert Hasse government amid reported Kiel sailors heading toward Berlin.
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Berlin street fighting kills nearly hundred in chaos
London dispatches report Copenhagen advisories misled many as about 100 persons died in Berlin street clashes. Guards of the new Republic fought to seize the Royal stables and headquarters from revolting sailors, with several failed attempts recorded.
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Copenhagen
Berlin
New Republic
Berlin sailors join rebels as garrison center tips
London dispatch reports Alexander and Fraser regiments aligning with revolting Berlin sailors. It is forecast that most of the Berlin garrison will back the revolt, potentially leaving the new government without troops.
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Alexander
Fraser
Berlin
Editorial rooms seized at Sozialist Vorwaerts plant
Berlin dispatch reports the Sparateus group seized the editorial rooms of the publishing plant of the Socialist Vorwaerts on December 26, disrupting operations and signaling a political confrontation in the capital.
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Sparateus Group
Vorwaerts
Mutinous Sailors Hoist White Flag at Berlin Palace
Amsterdam dispatch reports mutinous sailors occupying Berlin Palace hoisting a white flag. They were allowed to depart under guard as government troops moved to seize the Palace stables and secure the site.
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Amsterdam
Berlin
Allies Decide Russia Must Be Left Alone Now
Paris dispatch reports that the Allies will not intervene in Russia for the present. Large scale military action would bring difficulties and danger. French Foreign Minister Pichon said the favored solution is to guarantee moral support to the Russian governments established in various regions, allowing them to unite or determine their own destinies.
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Siberia
White Sox Pitcher James Scott Joins Beloit Semi Pro
Chicago December 26 James Scott the oldest White Sox pitcher is to play with Beloit Wisconsin semi professional team Scott is now an Army captain.
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Wisconsin
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Three Die and Fifty Hurt in Watertown Ammunition Blast
In Watertown New Jersey three men were killed and fifty injured in a munitions explosion at the J. B. Wise Ammunition Works late Saturday afternoon. The incident drew rapid emergency response and prompted investigations into safety measures at the facility.
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WN. J
J. B. Wise
Neutrals barred from joining Congress in Paris talks
Paris dispatch reports neutrals will not participate in the Peace Congress. They may present claims to belligerents for referral to a special body. neutrals may attend deliberations on forming a League of Nations but are excluded from the main congress proceedings.
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International group forms to advance League of Nations aims
In Paris an international organization is formed to promote uniform principles for a League of Nations to the Peace Congress. It is reported that nations agree on compulsory arbitration and armament limits, with disagreements mainly economic and on penalties for war and enforcement by military force.
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Paris
Vcc
League of Nations
Japanese Peace Delegation Arrives in San Francisco
Baron Nobuaki Makino leads the Japanese delegation to the Versailles Peace Congress arriving in San Francisco. The party includes high government officials and plans to depart tomorrow for New York City.
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Nobuaki Makino
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