Formidable German Assaults In Cambrai Front
Allied and German forces clash as Berlin reports a major German advance in Cambrai with 4,000 British casualties and loss of several batteries. British counterattacks and gun destructions are noted as the Verdun front sees heavy fighting with French and German actions across multiple sectors. Reports state large German casualties and British battlefield withdrawals amid ongoing offensives on multiple fronts including Palestine.
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Kings pledge peace amid war fears in Nordic conference
Nov 30 report from Kristiania notes Norway Denmark and Sweden pledging neutrality despite wartime pressures. Officials promise full cooperation to protect merchants and avoid disruption of exchange while sending representatives to coordinate.
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Germans Say Men of Italy Ruined Art
Amsterdam dispatch notes a Basen newspaper deploring destruction by retreating Italians of Italian art works. It claims experts with the German army saved many treasures by moving them to safety.
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Brazil Sends First Sailors to War Front
Rio Janeiro reports Brazil begins active involvement in the war by dispatching twelve naval aviators to complete their training in Aniland and join the fighting. The move marks Brazil's initial contribution to the conflict.
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Boy Scouts record large Liberty Loan subscriptions
In New York a printed table shows Boy Scouts subscribed to the Liberty Loan totaling 498 4000 as part of the B16 loan drive. The figures reflect a strong effort by the scout units to support war bonds and related drives.
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BOY Scouts
New York
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Aimouite
German Foreign Secretary Says Germany Won’t Seek Large Claims
London dispatch quotes German Foreign Secretary von Kühlmann saying it is absurd to imagine Germany will enter the peace conference with large claims. The Amsterdam report notes Germany aims for reasonable terms and avoids confrontation.
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London
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Amsterdam
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British and Turkish Lines Report Strain on German Defenses
British headquarters in France report the rival lines near Combres and Wronebed area showing the German labyrinthine defenses punctured by well built roads and creeks. Turkish dissatisfaction with German rule surfaces as calls for US war stance shift. A Dr Willan Ko Strong editorial cites Turkey and Bulgaria under German influence, arguing war entry would aid Germany’s aims.
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Silver conference to be held Monday in Washington
Washington December 1 The conference between high administration offices and silver producers will be held Monday. It was announced yesterday that steps toward fixing prices and closing contracts would not be taken until the producers explained their position. The Nevada delegation led by Governor Hoyle will attend the conference.
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Tonopah Young Men Join Aviation Service
Four Tonopah youths enlist in the aviation corps and will report in San Pedro on or before December 11. The group includes LLP Haley, Lloyd D Irwin, Leone Haermeen, and Andrew Le Larsen. The item notes draft-related calls and military service.
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Policy on Imports Decided by Wilsons War Plan
Washington December 1 1916 The government tightens controls on imports to secure fair prices and release war supplies held under embargoes as the War Trade Board seeks reciprocal action from countries receiving American exports. General Pornting reports to the War Department that First Lieutenant Belfey medical officer of the referee corps attached to the Turkish Army has reportedly been secretly sounded.
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President to focus on war prosecution in opening address
Washington dispatch reports the president will ask Congress to devote the opening address to vigorous war prosecution with domestic issues like appropriation, fiscal and transportation legislation limited. Prohibition and suffrage amendments are expected to be wrapped up early while major war measures are deferred per Chairman Chamberlain.
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New Board 10 Regulate Labor New Board 10 Regulate Labor
The council of national defense began preparations for renewed government aid to adjust labor supply for war needs. Le C. Marshall, dean at University of Chicago, heads a new Industrial Service section to study labor demand, priorities, recruitment, and women inclusion, with four main objectives.
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Treasury certificates issue closes as $490 million sold
Secretary McAdoo announces the sale of treasury certificates maturing June 26, with subscriptions reaching about 490 million dollars. Aims include funding tax needs and war costs, with no strict cap on future issue and plans to use certificates to cover upcoming obligations.
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12 Killed in 17 Football Season
Chicago reports AP tally shows twelve fatalities in the 17 football season including UC freshman George Blowett. Defenders note no fatalities in major university games under expert physical direction amid ongoing concerns.
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Mental state in De Saultes murder trial declared sound
Testimony from experts concluded Mrs De Saultes was mentally sound when she killed her former husband. They stated she knew the act was wrong and answered the prosecution’s twenty eight minute hypothetical question during the trial.
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Bolsheviki Repudiate Minister Over Interallied Conference
Petrograd reports the Bolsheviki commission condemns the French ambassador for attending the Interallied conference calling it a state offense with a tied penalty. A Red Cross message to the president counters claims of an embargo affecting aid to Russia and says shipments to the Red Cross are not restricted.
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Time for Volunteering in the Army Nears Closing
San Francisco recruitment district head Lieut Col John H Gardiner orders all volunteers from outside districts to report by December 5 to complete enlistments before December 15. Since the announcement the daily recruiting average has nearly doubled as farsighted young men choose their branch of service and officers report most arms open to accept civilian experience.
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Railroads, Food and Fuel Officials Confer on Freight Rules
Washington Feb 1 representatives of the railroad war board and the food and fuel administrations meet today to decide which foodstuffs or cattle may move free on rail. The food administration warns the nation could suffer if fuel moves ahead of food. Eastern railroads, urged by the fuel administration, are favoring coal shipments to ease congestion.
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