Germans sacrificed Kaiser for peace at Spa
Paris dispatch recounts the ex Kaiser’s abdication scene at Spa as mutiny surged among Prussian troops. Troops refused protection, the emperor cried signing the abdication, and Holland-bound retreat followed. Armistice terms angered plenipotentiaries while Belgian locals report looting and hardships in Spa.
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Germany
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Belgium
Royal Chateau
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William
Liege
Holland
Haveeen
Ymn
Millions Use It To Stop A Cold Relief Breaks Grippe
An old time remedy promises instant relief from grippe misery and severe cold. A dose every two hours for a total of three doses claims to ease head cold chest body aches feverishness and headache. The ad notes cheap cost and urges stopping nasal stuffiness and congestion.
Red Cross to Call Roll for Middlesex Christmas Campaign
Middlesex Chapter executive committee will meet with Chairman Henry C Ward to finalize plans for the Red Cross roll call set for December 16 to 23. Members will pay a $1.00 annual membership, with no further money requested, as the chapter mobilizes Middletown’s support for the war relief and reconstruction effort. Dr David Hughes, British Expeditionary Forces chaplain, will address the rally next Wednesday night, sharing frontline insights and the Red Cross role in postwar reconstruction.
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Middlesex Chapter
Red Cross
Henry C. Ward
American Red Cross
Middletown
Chamber of Commerce Committee
David Hughes
Flanders
France
Hughes
United War Work
Hollweg Apology Amended by WarGuilt Commentators
Former German chancellor Bethmann-Hollweg issues an apology for Germanys war guilt in a semiofficial North German Gazette. Berliner Tageblatt harshly questions his justification while the blatt notes his omission of the July 1914 Britain negotiations and Sir Edward Grey’s appeasable proposal.
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London
British Wireless Press
von Bethmann-Hollweg
Germany
Berliner Tageblatt
von Bethmann-Holleg
Blatt
Edward Grey
Serbia
Belgium
Tageblatt
Prince Lichnowsky
England
Count Lerchenfeld
Hawarian
Berlin
Bees Move Huge Crop From 1918 Nectar Find
The Busy Bes Newark News notes the 1918 U S honey crop is estimated at 250 million pounds by the Department of Agriculture. The American Botanist says bees must move about 150 thousand tons of material to process this crop, excluding what they eat. Approximately half the product comes from white clover nectar, with alfalfa and sweet clover as next major sources.
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Newark
United States
Department of Agriculture
Syrup From Grapes Prompts UC Professor Report
A Rocky Mountain News item references a University of California professor who outlines a dated method to convert wine into syrup. The fragment hints at a historical agricultural or food science discussion, with limited readable details on technique or outcomes.
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Rocky Mountain News
University of California
Toetanioee
Possible successors named for Director General of Railroads
In Washington official circles several prominent men are named as possible successors to Secretary McAdoo as Director General of Railroads. The list includes Franklin K. Lane secretary of the Interior F D Underwood president of the Erie railroad and A H Smith formerly of the New York Central Lines now an associate in the railroad administration.
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Washington
M’adoo
Thanksgiving Observances Mark Nearby Holidays 25 Years Ago
A 25 year old sighting notes special student club banquets for Thanksgiving with many staying in, 30 prizes drawn at McDonough Opera House by George A. Custer Camp Sons of Veterans, silver plate factory opens in Old Saybrook, and travel extra trains due to heavy holiday movement. Mrs. Sally Hart dies at 86 in Durham. County Commissioners deny liquor license to Randolph Mathewson. two South Farms saloons remain.
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McDonough Opera House
George A. Custer
Sons of Veterans
Old Saybrook
Sally Hart
Durham
Randolph Mathewson
South Farms
Blue Ribbons Defeat Young Americans 13 to 1
On Russell field the Blue Ribbons defeated the Young Americans by 13 to 1. Butler scored twice in the second quarter, including an 80 yard touchdown run, while Perry also starred. Hulse and Corasky stood out for the losers as South End Juniors challenge North End Juniors for a Sunday game at Polo Grounds.
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Russell Field
Butler
Perry
Hulse
Corasky
South End
North End
Green Street
Green Streets
42nd Division Cited for Bravery in France
Washington November 29 The 42nd division of the American Expeditionary Forces in France has been cited by Major General Charles P Summerall commanding the Fifth army corps for service rendered and bravery displayed by its personnel The general order commends the 84th infantry brigade and 67th field artillery brigade for their valiant actions during present operations The 84th brigade led by Brig General Douglas MacArthur carried by assault hill 288 on the Krimhilde Stellung line and captured Tuillieris farm and Bois de Catillon advancing beyond the enemy line The 77th brigade remained in action constantly contributing to success through self sacrifice and high skill of officers and men
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Washington
France
Charles P. Suramerall
Fifth Army Corps
Summerall
Douglas McArthur
Kriemhilde Stellung
Tuillieris Farm
Bois de Catillon
Liberty chorus rehearses cantata for Christmas time
Chester reports the Liberty chorus rehearsing a cantata The Adoration for Christmas. Next rehearsal set for Thursday evening in the high school hall. Also notes recent local visits including Miss Nellie Wilcox Mrs Charles Brooks and Navy man Carol Haling. Baptist services Sunday morning and evening feature sermons on The Procedure of God at 10 30 a m and A View of the Harvest at 7 p m.
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Liberty Chorus
High School Hall
Nellie Wilcox
Charles Brooks
Hartford
Carol Haling
United States Navy
Robert Wilcox
Sadie Wilcox
R. E. Thompson
Cupid and Cupidity in Galveston News
A Galveston widow recounts a Houston insurance agent’s marriage proposal claiming to have loved her since her husband sued the company for 10,000 dollars. The item reflects a local society anecdote about romance and financial scandal.
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Galveston News
Galveston
Houston
So He Went To Holland
A terse wartime note from the San Antonio Express records a conversation among Swiss Swedes and Finns about the kaiser. The dialogue suggests a united stance against Germany and a warning not to shelter him, reflecting period sentiment and a satirical take on enemy accountability.
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Holland
San Antonio
The Men in Glass and Gold Medal Haarlem Oil
A health advertisement urges men to maintain kidney strength and overall vigor regardless of age. It promotes GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules as a remedy to keep the body in working order, claims improved spirits and muscles, and offers a trial box with money back if ineffective.
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Haarlem
Haarlem Oij
It Yanks Pain Out By The Roots Mustard Liniment
An old advertise style note promotes Dr McKee's Mustard Liniment for rheumatism lumbago neuralgia sprains and bruises. It urges readers to obtain it from their druggist or grocer with a strong claim of fast relief.
A Sufficient Reason for Barring Red Flags in Parades
The Buffalo Enquirer argues a red flag in street parades creates excessive police duties by guarding the flag, presenting a practical, law and order oriented objection to its display.
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Buffalo Enquirer
The Noble Red Cross Home Service in Middlesex Chapter
The Red Cross Home Service in Middlesex Chapter expands from two families in 1917 to full-time workers and volunteers in 1919. The service answers soldier and family inquiries, contacts Washington authorities, and offers visits and assistance. members pledge ongoing dedication at a Nov 25 meeting.
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Red Cross
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Washington
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