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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1916
Page
15
The note sparks global debate as Wilson and Lansing trigger sensational commentaries. Paris papers debate whether the president’s stance treats Germany, Belgium, and other belligerents alike, with figures like Clemenceau and Rochefoucauld praised or criticized for their views.
In Amsterdam on December 25 the Cologne Volkszeitung weighs in on President Wilson’s note saying the United States cannot serve as an impartial mediator. The piece accuses Wilson of bias toward England and of threatening war, arguing America’s debtors influence and the broader entente alignment compromise its neutrality in the matter.
Berlin December 22 the Berlin press showed varied reactions to President Wilsons note with papers ranging from enthusiastic to cynical. Some papers claim American motives, while others urge awaiting Entente powers response and consider Americas stance as edging toward peace with cooperation of Britain.
In line with steward customs Teledan declares Christmas Day a holiday for Monday. No edition will be printed that day and cited workers will not report for work.
Secretary Lansing said the State Department would welcome an investigation into whether any government officials profited from stock moves tied to his two remarks on President Wilson's peace note. He dismissed rumors and said he would personally welcome any inquiry to clear doubt. The statement followed a House resolution introduced by Representative Woods of Indiana.
President Wilson started Christmas at the White House with turkey distribution to married staff. Gifts poured in from express and jail, as well as from admirers unknown to him. He plans quiet time with family Sunday and Monday. A Christmas tree for the children was set up today.
Reports from St Louis Pittsburg Rome Independence and Robstown detail widespread disruption. Builders halted about 50 million dollars in work as carpenters and hoisting engineers walk out. Rail terminals eased congestion after trains from New York arrived late. An advance of ten cents a barrel on oil sparked fresh policy debate.
A damaged report describes rural carriers and city clerks blocked by illness and staff shortages. It notes many routes are understaffed with vehicles loaned between agencies, causing Christmas package delays and a disrupted delivery network.
Reports forwarded to Washington claim Torreon was captured by Francisco Villa's forces after heavy fighting that morning and into the afternoon. Santa Rosalia near Chihuahua City was seized December 22, with three hundred Carranza soldiers captured and nearly all executed, including their commander.
New York reports a sharp rise in American sailors heading to foreign ports, about two and a half times higher than before the war. Dr. George S. Webster of the American Seamen's Friend Society cites higher wages and improved working conditions as key factors. He notes many American-born sailors now lodge at the North River waterfront home, with a growing presence of Americans among crews who had prior merchant marine service.
Funeral services for Miss Florence Teresa Johnson a Wilsonburg native who died after a long illness will be at 3 o clock Sunday at the Johnson home conducted by Rev Wilbur Hueser of St Mark's Lutheran. Burial in Mason cemetery. Survived by parents Mrs and Mrs Russell Johnson brothers Bernard Earle and Howard Johnson sisters Mrs Gordon Burr Vivian and Mildred Johnson. Johnson taught at Orion til school this fall and was popular with students. Additionally circuit court met Saturday with Judge Haymond Maxwell administering oath to Judge James W Rapinoe reelected as judge.
The day nursery fund has increased by 10 dollars. Previous report noted totals of 96.00 and 106.50 overall. Details list Auguste Taylor and Mable Gleam among contributors with amounts 100 and 0? totaling 7106.50.
Christmas demand for liquors across Maryland and West Virginia has swamped express carriers. Two firms imposed embargoes on liquor shipments from midnight yesterday until early morning today to relieve the congestion. Officials report handling an average of 45,000 to 60,000 packages daily, with sizes from a quart to several gallons.
Jeremiah Black prominent in Pennsylvania Democratic politics dies at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore after three weeks of illness and two major operations. He was 47, a York, Pennsylvania native, son of Chauncey Forward Black former lieutenant governor, and grandson of Jeremiah Black secretary of state to the Cabinet. Meanwhile a British government report says the submarine Arabia attacked a British vessel in the Mediterranean with no warning. Germany claims the Arabia served as an armed auxiliary.
William Lacy aged 25 a well known colored resident of Sutton died from a gunshot wound at a local hospital after a dispute with another colored man over a girl at a dance hall. Lacy reportedly stabbed the other man and was then shot in the abdomen while the assailant was overpowered. The other man was arrested and to be treated.
The Rev. Herbert Justin Alison, pastor of Central Presbyterian, will be unable to conduct Sunday services as he has been called out of the city. Washington dispatch reports Americans and other foreigners who fled Torreon under Tuomas Olea have reached the border, according to the State Department.
PIETENURG, Dec. 22 An aged McKaon port resident Liberum was freed after nearly three years for contempt. Court ordered his house removed from ground slated for a road. Liberum refused, claiming conflict with conscience, and was jailed. Marriages listed include Wolfe and Smith, McClimr Jr. and Halier, Tiehener and Bentys, Wallinan and Ewner, Matheny and Henderson, Woolard and Brore, Shade and Stout, Saltarfold and Consar, Malfrapaot and Leuliottic.
Judge Robinsone of the criminal court sentenced Tad Richardson to six months in jail and fines totaling 260 dollars on liquor violation charges. Judgment suspended to permit an appeal. Homer Havarlin and Thornt on Sutton were ordered to pay costs. Final decree entered in Goodwin land partition case. circuit court Saturday reversed the lower court and dismissed the remnant of the case.
Fragmented 1923 dispatch notes railroads radiating from New York state facing overtaxation after Christmas storms. Snow and weather delays disrupt travel, with lines in Troutwort, Charleston, and Monongahela Valley affected. Gas company rate hearings and church services are also mentioned in a broad New York area update.
Fragmentary telecommunication notes detail mail delays at certain terminals due to congestion and staffing issues. The report cites postal ministry oversight and actions taken to expedite service while assessing impact on Christmas shipments and overall delivery reliability.
A chaotic scene in Paris on December 23 left Mrs. Drummond injured amid a broader disturbance involving Bartletts and others during a conference. Police reported a swift arrest as witnesses described the fracas and disorder at the event.
Banks barber shops and most businesses will be closed Monday for Christmas. The post office will observe holiday hours as well. Local offices and shops pause operations to celebrate the naval holiday.
The Arbitration Board today issues an award on railway labor overtime pay. Dissenting members argue against the plan to raise pay per hour and to extend the eight hour day. The majority support higher overtime rates and keep the preexisting standard.
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