Poles face German reaction after frontier clashes
Reports from Copenhagen and Berlin describe Polish forces advancing near the frontier town of Skalice, with German garrisons in Ostrów and Kratoechin threatened. Polish control expands as German troops reportedly abandon positions amid gaps in fortifications. The clash context centers on a tense border dispute and shifting occupation along the frontier.
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Turks Claim Final Blow Against Armenians Violating Armistice
London reports evidence that Turkish forces withdrawing from Caucasus territories have attacked Armenians, violating the armistice terms. Officials acknowledge a plan to finish the Armenian policy of extermination as part of battlefield actions.
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All Troops Saved On Wrecked Transport
A damaged report claims all troops aboard a wrecked transport were saved. The North American Pacific fleet planned operations to free the vessel and evacuate personnel to a carrier ship.
Million to Fund Relief for Europe Suffering Famine
President Wilcot announced a fund to provide relief to famine stricken areas in Europe. The plan, routed through the state department, would allocate about 568 66 percent 86 percent for relief efforts in Poland Austria-Hungary and Western Russia where money is needed to ship food and supplies. The administration aims to join allied funds to support devastated countries and Hoover's relief effort.
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Weather report starts with cold morning in Chicago
In Chicago on January 4 the thermometer showed degrees below zero at 7 am while the forecast for tonight predicts much warmer conditions, signaling a warming trend despite the frigid start.
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Chicago
Riots, evacuations and political fallout across nations
Reports describe street violence in Trat and clashes with police along with rioters throwing missiles at a Catholic Society building. In Washington Republicans block a move to unseat a Democrat, while fire island sees twenty soldiers carried from a grounded transport. Berlin debates military action over Polish invasion as Pope Benedict gifts a mosaic to President Wilson.
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Poland's Polish Question in Wartime Voices and Plans
A fragmentary transcript presents Polish workers and citizens in wartime Poland discussing governance, social plans, and attitudes toward Bolshevism and German occupation. It cites calls for land division, government takeovers, and state ownership of utilities, alongside concerns about inflation and currency under Austrian, German, and Russian rule.
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War Orphan Marcel Comes Home With Captain Kyne
Marcel a ten year old orphan who joined French troops and traveled with them, then rode home hidden in a drum case aboard the Mastonia. He met Captain Kyne of Battery A who then offered to adopt him and bring him to America.
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Paris Seeks Berlin Delegate For Moscow Conference
The Bolshest eetertment of Huxta plans to send Adolph Jeite, former Boteter, as its Berlin delegate to Paris to claim admission to the Eetopference, per the De Paris todar report.
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Archangel Area Casualty and Supply Report Released
An American military attache reported to Ambassador Francie fr Russia via General March that total American forces deaths in Archangel region through November are 86. Nine killed in action, seven died of wounds, three drowned, two from accidents, and three from disease. The report notes Archangel station is fully under control with adequate food and clothing for troops.
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Governor Coolidge Urges Prompt Wool Price Readjustment
In a Jan 4 letter to Secretary Wilson Governor Coolidge urges federal government price readjustment for wool. He says it would renew business in the wool trade after wartime shortages and restore orders from clothing manufacturers until a normal basis returns. He argues federal action could align U S wool prices with foreign competition and spur activity and employment.
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El Democrata Newspaper Suspended Permanently
The El Democrata newspaper of Mexico City failed to appear and an investigation found the suspension permanent. It had frequently published stories about alleged landings of detachments and incursions by American forces at Tampico and northern Mexico, which proved false. The paper was regarded as pro-German and anti-American.
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Allied Food Commission for Austria Arrives in Vienna
Reuters reports the allied commission for revictualling Austria has arrived in Vienna. The Vienna food shortage is very serious and more extensive feeding arrangements than expected will be needed to feed the population.
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Colorado Legislature Backs Susan B. Anthony Amendment
The Colorado legislature adopted a joint resolution memorializing Congress to pass the Susan B. Anthony woman suffrage amendment to the federal constitution. It marks the first measure of its kind from the body.
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Champion roper sought as thief in trunks whiskey theft
World champion rodeo figure Clay McGonagill is sought by sheriffs after trunks filled with whiskey were reported stolen from the War Ners News Company at the Southern Pacific station. The case involves a government agent, a patrolman, and charges of petty and grand larceny, with court actions pending.
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Roosevelt to head anti Hearst committee to welcome troops
New York observers report Col Theodore Roosevelt will be honorary chair of a citizen committee formed to welcome soldiers returning through New York Harbor. The group aims to supplant Mayor Hylan's committee led by William R Hearst amid protests from prominent New Yorkers over Hearst's war stance. The effort includes guards of honor for parades, entertainments for soldiers on leave, and a memorial for New York state service members.
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Peace Conference Plans Shared by Petit Parisien
The report outlines a staged peace conference with initial talks among four press powers and later admissions for Belgium Serbia and other allies. Delegations from major powers France Britain the United States Italy and Japan will lead with set numbers plus added observers. Decisions are expected to be by unanimous vote.
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China Seeks Tariff Autonomy Support at Peace Conference
The Chinese tariff autonomy association cabled President Wilson asking for assistance at the peace conference to restore China’s tariff autonomy.
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Oil magnate to donate Tommie Atkins lease assets
Tulsa oilman Charles Page, after winning the Tommie Atkins lease case worth about 3 million dollars, plans to donate the property once title passes. He envisions using the tract for a ten story building with club facilities for workers to be erected in Tulsa.
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Germany to Surrender Her Newest Battleship Baden
London reports Germany will surrender its latest battleship Baden at a British port within days under the armistice terms. The 28 000 ton vessel was completed after war began, so its exact armament remains uncertain though reports mention 16 to 17 inch guns.
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Associated Press
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President Wilson granted citizen of Rome in Rome ceremony
In Rome the ceremony at the capitol made President Wilson a citizen of Rome. King Victor Emmanuel and Queen Helena attended with Italian cabinet members and diplomats as Wilson honored liberty, unity, and the enduring spirit of Rome contrasting imperial power with democratic ideals.
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