German Revolution Surges Amid Food Riots and War Fears
Wireless dispatch reports the German revolution’s council seeking to dominate the navy and resist German demands for control. Fires, fog, and bombardment threats surround Kiel and Bremen as food shortages spark civil unrest. Von Hindenburg’s status unclear while Berlin’s red banner rises. Civil war fears grow as socialists push for unification of armistice terms via Wilson.
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Germany
Revolutions Council
Ler
Agen
Daily Express
Ludendorff
Reichbank
Berlin
Hindenburg
Ebert
Wilson
Victory Proclamation Declares Paris Triumphs On All Fronts
A November proclamation from the main council honors fallen soldiers and declares victory on all fronts. It calls Parisians to honor the dead, celebrate the triumphs, and uphold the republic as France endures and rejoices.
Great World War Coal War Drives War Effort
The piece stresses coal energy as pivotal to World War II mobilization, linking munition production and front line weapons to mining and distribution. It urges Americans to conserve electricity and wood, and to use coal wisely, highlighting the immense force behind the war economy and the men who operate the guns.
Senate adjourns after 15th session, noon Friday planned
The Minnesota Senate met for a 15th session today and adjourned to reconvene at noon Friday. Formal notice lists no further actions with brief schedule updates for the upcoming session.
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Senate
Cold Compound Relief Promises Quick Nasal Comfort
An ad touts Cold Compound as rapid relief for stuffed nose and congestion. It claims to clear air passages, stop nasal discharge, and alleviate cold misery, with affordability at drug stores. The copy mimics early 20th century ad phrasing.
Yanks in Battle as Armistice Near Verdun Front
American forces north of Verdun push forward at 9 30 AM just before the armistice. Troops receive ceasefire orders through mud smeared couriers as shells light up fog covered ground. Soldiers cheer, unfurl flags, and recall loved ones as peace nears ending the long conflict.
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Bert Ford
Verdun
Death Valley
Cote de Pouvre
What’s This Mystery
Paris reports a white dove of peace seen over the front by three officers, described as an aeroplane of unknown type, flying low above trenches and then vanishing. Also notes influenza remedies and Foley’s Honey and Tar for sore throat and cough relief.
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Paris
L’heure
Foley
Problems of Peace Now Hold Attention
Washington, Nov 12. The big problems of peace began to occupy the administration today as fighting ended. A plan to retain some war bureaus within existing departments was discussed, with the food and fuel bureaus to be absorbed by Agriculture and Interior respectively. Hoover will work abroad on feeding the world while non essential industries resume postwar operations. Building and war plant work will restart, taxes may be added if needed, and a gross sales tax was considered but rejected. Republican leaders denied delaying the revenue bill and urged fast passage.
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Washington
Food Administration
Department of Agriculture
Congress
Food
Senate Finance Committee
House Ways and Means Committee
Senate
House
Martin
Baruch
New York Celebrates Armistice Victory Night
New York woke tired yet joyful after 24 hours of victory celebration sparked by the armistice signing. Revelers filled Broadway and Fifth Avenue, confetti littered streets, and hotel lobbies emptied as crowds dispersed after 3 AM. Six people died and several injured from fully loaded firearms during the festivities.
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New York
White Wings
Garfield
Broadway
Fifth Avenue
Praise for Clemenceau Ends Armistice Terms Speech
Paris reports a thunderous response to Premier Clemenceau's parliament speech outlining harsh but conciliated armistice terms for Germany. He saluted Alsace Lorraine and lauded French soldiers as they faced postwar negotiations.
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France
Paris
Clemenceau
Germany
Alsace-Lorraine
Calder Urges Immediate Return of Building Trades Workers
Calder said workers in the building industry should be immediately re employed on private work after the war. He noted one hundred thousand children in New York can attend school only a few hours daily due to a lack of school buildings. He argued the building trade is essential and those men who paused work during the war should return to their craft promptly.
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Calder
New York
Women Sufferers May Need Swamp Root
Thousands of women suffer kidney and bladder troubles often misattributed to other causes. Back pain headaches and loss of ambition may signal kidney trouble. Dr Kilmer Swamp Root, a free prescription, is offered via drug stores or sample by sending ten cents to Dr Kilmer Co. New York.
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Dr. Kilmer & Co
Ton, N. Y
Middletown
Poslam Best There Is for Ailing Skin
Quick relief for pimples eczema rashes and inflamed complexions through Poslam. Applied it soothes irritation ends itching and provides a rare healing power. Sold everywhere with free samples by Emergency Laboratories 243 West 47th St New York.
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West 47Th St
New York
Happenings in This Vicinity 25 Years Ago 1893
Thomas P Bill returns from a hunting trip to Lyme. Aceoune and Hale discharge a net load of lumber in Portland. Fred Cooley of Marlboro visits town. East Hampton threads mill dedication tonight with Middletown attendance. Town roads improved for winter by Tryon. Dog tax rise to 2.15 for nonpayment. Edgar L Meigs of Durham patents a car coupler. Middletown urged to open a soup kitchen for winter. Schuyler Electric Co sale of large searchlight to Brazilian government. Atwater continues food-value work at Wesleyan. Painter near North church drops paint staining the stone facade. Judge notes troop ship sleeping arrangements and comfort.
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Thomas P. Bill
Lyme
Aceoune
Hale
Portland
Fred Cooley
Marlboro
East Hampton
Middletown
Selectman Tryon
Edgar L. Meigs
Durham
Schuyler Electric Co
Salts Fine for Aching Kidneys
Classic home remedy ad promotes Jad Salts to flush kidneys and prevent bladder disorders. Claims kidney sluggishness causes headaches and backaches, advises a tablespoon in water before breakfast for a few days, says the drink is harmless and inexpensive lithia water. Local druggist notes many customers seek it for kidney trouble.
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Stueck
United War Workers
P. J . McGivney
A. H. Campbell
A. Trewer Cory
Wain and
Court Strele
United States Mint
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Richter & CO
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Cmo
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Waterbury
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