Shake-Up in War Department Sparks Cabinet Talk
Rumors from Washington describe a reshuffle as Col Goethals is offered Quartermaster General and Major General Cros to join the War Council while Brigadier General Barrett is set for Chief of Coast Artillery. Elizabeth Kelly, famed speaker, will address Carlebat residents on economy and education at the courthouse.
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Terms of Russian German Truce Terms of Russian German Truce
The text outlines truce terms between Russia and Germany, specifying troop concentrations, daily movement rules, and a time frame around Greenwich meridian. It mentions limits on concentrate troops between specific regions and allowances for certain troop movements each day.
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Prohibition Occupies Congress as Vote Nears
Federal prohibition measures dominate congressional business. The plan proposes a five year period and the leadership signals strong party support for adoption, with final votes by the finance committee and key members guiding the measure toward passage.
British and Neutral Ships Sunk in North Sea Convoy Attack
London report says one British and five neutral ships were sunk in the North Sea by German forces during an attack on a convoy from Scotland to Norway. The losses include a destroyer and a minesweeper. First Lord of the Admiralty Geddes announced the total tonnage of the lost merchantmen.
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Geddes
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Germans May Offer Peace Discussed in Rome Dispatch
A Rome cable reports Germany may offer a peace proposal. Austro-German forces attacking Italian lines near San Marcino were repulsed in disorder, per the dispatch from abroad.
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No Further Move in Railroad Situation
Washington officials say President Wilson will make no further move in the railroad crisis until Congress reconvenes after Christmas. The report comes from sources in position to know the administration's plan.
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Congress
Petrograd Hopes for Permanent Peace Reported
A dispatch from London December 17 reports Petrograd believes permanent peace is possible. The message suggests Russians foresee a settlement restoring stability and ending hardships, with officials emphasizing progress toward durable peace.
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Petrograd
War View Disputes and War Material Delays Cited by General
Major General Crozier revisits war views amid wartime vetting debates. The piece notes a two billion nine hundred million appropriation by the War Department March into April, with funding segmented for machine guns and pistols but weapons still pending. It highlights delays blamed on wartime constraints and organizational issues.
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Major Mortar Delivers Key Speech at Red Cross Meeting
The event featured Major Mortar as the principal speaker and highlighted wartime aims. The address praised domestic production, urged public support for the war effort, and connected Red Cross efforts to broader national goals.
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Moe Lemos
Eueroat
Dome Ten Puillon
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Miners Asked Not to Take Off Holidays
Miners are urged not to take holidays during Christmas to maintain production. A Canadian infantry major in France, wounded and recovering, spoke to miners about frontline conditions. The talk highlighted war needs and urged labor support, with Red Cross membership appeal led by Prot WA Poore.
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Nonner Sane “Marretlaise
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Wall Patek offers latest designs in new stock
Moritz and Nelson announce fresh designs with no old stock. New items showcase updated styles and materials for the season.
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Atock, Moritz & Nelson
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