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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1917
Page
1
In the Roumanian campaign German forces seized Matchin and Vigila on the Danube's right bank, both strongly defended by Russian troops. Matchin housed a key bridgehead vital to Russian lines, and Braila's fortifications faced two weeks of bombardment as evacuation loomed.
From London and Washington reports confirm a further delay in finalizing the Allied reply to President Wilson. Officials say the note’s drafting hinges on consulting all Allied governments due to its potential impact on war conduct and future peace negotiations. Colonel House met with Wilson then Lansing to discuss the matter.
Washington reports plan to withdraw Pershing forces from Chihuahua and dispatch Ambassador Fletcher to Mexico City to negotiate recognition of belligerency. US pursuit rights for bandits and raiders on Mexican soil may be demanded while a joint commission on Mexican American airfields persists. Philadelphia notes Carranza offers concessions contingent on continued commission. New York confirms Burns, a suspected Carranza arm dealer, arrested for shipping munitions. he faces multiple indictments and bail. Nome Bowling Club announces open alleys 12 to 12 with Nugget office cards.
Grace Roberts, a divinely formed artist's model, was found dead in a Philadelphia hotel. She was strangled with a perfumed silk stocking. Detectives pursue a well dressed man last seen with her as police in New York Chicago and other large cities warn society men suspected.
Washington January 4 Representative Wood introduced a resolution in the house asking a congressional investigation of alleged information about the Wilson note. The note is said to have let Wall Street speculators profit greedily. The measure was referred to the Rules Committee with instructions to report at once. Galling cards at the Nugget office.
An unofficial embassy attache in Was Ul Nul Nul On January 4 denied reports that Germany would wage ruthless land and sea war. The denial carried no resentment and aimed to gauge public reaction. Social circles believed the disclosure might serve a purpose, regardless of its truth.
Teutons advancing in the Carpathians report breaking Russian lines and seizing the town of Sovesha under severe weather. About 1600 Russian prisoners taken amid impetuous assault. Paris reports a quiet western front last night.
The Diamond from the Sky chapter shows tonight as the romance heats up with the star Helen Holmes. A comedy titled Other Peoples Business tailors the bill, followed tomorrow by The Strange Unknown in three parts.
Armed officers guard the governor's offices in Phoenix as Campbell and supporters threaten to seize the executive quarters. Campbell has filed for a writ of mandamus with the supreme court seeking access.
International News Service reports Dr. Sadier, a noted surgeon and physicist, promising a lecture in St Louis about repairing worn or disabled human parts. He cited animal organ transplantation progress and suggested organs could be replaced when damaged, likening it to servicing machinery.
Massachusetts Senator Lodge denounces President Wilsons note to belligerents and opposes any American alignment in peace or war. He criticizes Ambassador Bernstorf for a signed press statement and cites an instance of diplomatic recall amid German interactions.
In the early hours of today s session Senator Works of California violently attacked President Wilson charging he usurped congressional powers and dictatorship over the government never before seen in the nation. Washington Jan 4 Thomas W Lawson summoned to testify before the House Rules Committee about the secret Wilson note affecting markets.
International news from Washington reports it is almost certain Germany will reveal the first terms for ending the war within two to three days. An outline will be sent to German officials in advance, to be reviewed by President Wilson before use. A diplomatic notice indicates upcoming disclosures.
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