Germany and Allies Propose Immediate Peace Talks
Berlin reports Germany and its allies urge immediate peace negotiations. The note, to be presented by Chancellor von Bethmann Hollweg and read in the Reichstag, calls for restoring prewar status with independence for Poland and Lithuania and the return of occupied Belgium and France. Spain and Switzerland carry German interests. the text notes allied reception and neutral powers’ involvement.
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Associated Press
Berin
Germany
von Bethmann-Hollweg
Spain
Switzerland
United States of America
Reichstag
Vienna
Constantinople
Sofia
Holy See
Washington
Berlin
Poland
Lithuania
Belgium
France
Reichstag Told of Peace Offer by German Chancellor
London reports from Berlin that Chancellor von Bethmann-Hollweg told the Reichstag Germany and its allies, mindful of their responsibility before God and mankind, have proposed to begin peace negotiations with the hostile powers.
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London
Berlin
Reichstag
von Bethmann-Holmes
Germany
Wilson Seeks Details On German Peace Offer
News that Germany and its allies were ready to open peace talks reached President Wilson. Secretary Tumulty said he was deeply interested but declined comment until the Entente’s reception is known. US diplomacy would forward proposals to the Entente and decide on any US words based on the proposal’s nature.
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Associated Press
Washington
Germany
Wilson
Tumulty
State Department
United States
Lansing
Congress
White House
England
Russia
Duma
pErancis
Joseph
Local Man's Boom for the Posi tion in Senate Grows
Local Republican leaders predict Senator Roy B. Parrish will wield the gavel when the next legislature opens January 20. Backers cite his experience in both the House of Delegates and the Senate, plus campaign leadership of Harrison county, as proof of fitness for Senate president.
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Roy B. Parrish
Senate
Parrish
House of Delegates
Harrison County
Political realignments influence WWI peace proposals
The text notes that Charles as heir to the throne and the dual monarchy's status were considered in shaping peace efforts of the time. It claims the United States represents Austria and Germany in various nations, while other powers and nonbelligerent governments in Italy, Portugal, and Montenegro are not represented in the same capacity.
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Charles
United States
Austria
Germany
Belgium
France
Great Britain
Japan
Russia
Serbia
Roumania
Italy
Portugal
Montenegro
Wheat Breaks On Peace News At Chicago Board
Wheat on the Chicago board of trade fell after news of peace proposals for Germany and its allies. May wheat dropped sharply, trading around 1.75 and a half dollars, with rapid price movement within minutes of the session opening.
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SY Ansociated
Chicago
Chicago Board of Trade
Peaice
Germany
No Strike Probable Warned by White Rat Union in Chicago
International officers of the White Rat actors union in Chicago Tuesday said a strike is not imminent. The warning followed dispute within the union over recognition and a closed shop with the Western Vaudeville Managers Association, with a threatened strike reportedly looming earlier in the week.
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Associated F Ebe
Chicago
White Rat Actors Union
Western Vaudeville Managers Association
Coal Lands Redeemed Before Sheriff Sale In 1914 Tax Payment
Just before the sheriff sale of lands delinquent for taxes, the J. W. Thompson coal lands in the county were redeemed by payment of about 16,000 in taxes for 1914. The payment was made by W. G. Latiléy and A. Z. Williams of Wittentown, receivers for Thompson, who came to complete the transaction.
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J. W. Thompson
W. G. Latiléy
A. 2. Williams
Wittentown
Thu
Thompson
Not Guilty Jury Dismisses Prohibition Charge in Bonocure Case
Prosecution officer Findley faced disapproval as a Glen Elk Italian, Joseph Bonocure, was acquitted on a ban law violation. Special Officer John S Siers trapped Bonocure by arranging a marked dollar bill sale for whiskey, but the jury of six, with five elder businessmen in favor of dismissal, rendered a not guilty verdict. The ruling reflected local opposition to the methods used during Findley's administration.
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A. Judson Findley
Prohibition
Joseph Bonocure
Glen Elk No. 2
Bonocure
John S. Sierson
Siers
Slers
Findley
Submarine Stops Danish Ship Near English Channel
A German submarine in the English Channel near the Downs halted the Danish steamship Olaf Maersk from Rotterdam on November 16. The sub fired two warning shots, and after a 30 minute papers examination the Danish captain was allowed to proceed.
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Fey
New York
English Channel
Downs
Olaf Maersk
Rotterdam
Stork Delivers Baby At Timberlake Court Home
A stork visited No 3 Timberlake Court Tuesday morning, delivering a bouncing eight pound boy. Authorities note the event likely points to Harry Vannort, a mechanician, as the driver of the airborne balners seen around town. Interested parties are advised to contact Harry for a free ride.
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Harry Vannort
Timberlake Court
Harry
Extra dividend declared by Bliss Company on common stock
Bliss Company, a maker of war munitions, announced an extra dividend of 100 percent on common stock. The declaration came on Tuesday and was reported from New York.
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New York
Bliss
Packed House for Masonic Merry Minstrels Tonight
The Masonic Merry Minstrels stage show nears opening at the Masonic auditorium under local Masonic club auspices. A full drama rehearsal wrapped up Monday as coaches A. J. Smith and Dovelas Williams oversee the production. Tickets remain at Sturm and Wilson drug store until transfer to the temple. attendees are assured a lively evening of fun and music after 5 PM.
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Masonic Merry Minstrels
Masonic
Masonic Club
A. J. Smith
Dovelas DB. Williams
Sturm and Wilson
West Malm Street
Masonic Temple
Buckeye Shaver Shot Dead Near Monongah Station
In Monongah on Monday afternoon Fred Shaver known as Buckeye Shaver, a former Monongah policeman, was shot and killed near the trolley station. Hoy Crisner is jailed in Marion County on a murder charge. Reports vary whether Crisner and a man named King fought or Crisner acted after Shaver intervened. Crisner says self defense. Shaver was brother of Patrolman C. D. Shaver, killed two years earlier while aiding an arrest.
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Monongah
Fred Shaver
Buckeye
Shaver
Hoy Christmer
Marion County
Fairmont
Crisner
King
C. D. Shaver
Lobbying Inspires Greater Interest than Decorating
Miss Mildred Gilbert of California, noted as an expert interior decorator, is mentioned alongside Jeneness prints and Chinese porcelains. The text references a shift weeks before an election when she was persuaded to stake the stamps for a woman.
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Mildred Gilbert
California
Jeneness
Deported Belgians Are Well Treated
Lawsuit over a $5,000 damages claim in Princeton court ends with a verdict awarding $51 to Mrs Hogan. The case stems from a dispute at an Atcan auction sale where a set of dishes sold for ten cents but ten cents change was offered for a quarter, leading to a confrontation with Forkner.
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Princeton
Forkner
Heralar
Officers and Justices Qualified in Various Districts
George S Hertzog qualified as justice of the peace in Clay district with a 3500 bond aided by Martin Goodwin and Hugh M. Martin. Q Stout qualified as constable in Clark district with 4000 bond and P. E. Stout as surety. John Be Batten took oath as justice of the peace in Grant district with 2600 bond and Gibbnoch MPA Whit e as surety. Robert L Cade qualified as constable in Clark district with 4000 bond and Charles QuStout as surety. Charles Post, former county council member, visited Lost C Bele on Tuesday.
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George S/ Hertzog
Whitetsuraty
Esi Yuan
Robert L. Cade
Clark
Charles
QuStout Surety
Charles! Post
County Cou
T Ithes
C Bele
German Notes Urge Deportation Policy Tactics
The latest German notes claim the Allies aggravate Belgian deportations and accuse the Allies of violations while the United States protests. Berlin states German actions aim to secure border areas including Alsace and East Prussia, prompting American concern over lawful treatment and international obligations.
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Germany
Belgium
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East Fia
Alsace
Actioz
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