Chaos in Germany sparks talk of new government
Dispatches from London and Copenhagen report widespread unrest in Germany with soldiers and workers pushing for a national assembly. Berlin troops show mixed signals while parts of South Germany resist central control and advocate a republican system, opposing any delay in forming a national authority.
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Britain Confinement Horrors Revealed After Armistice
British prisoners of war liberated by the Germans report extreme starvation and brutal treatment in camps after the armistice. Descriptions recount ragged clothing, hunger, and miles of marching with no food, amid harsh weather and executions by guards. Further evidence notes systematic punishment in coal and salt mines and consistent abuse across camps.
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Reuter
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France
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Rom
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Allied troops advance toward Rhine and note homeward move
The report describes Pershing's advance toward Coblenz across the Moselle from Luxemburg and predicts a Rhine bridgehead. It notes a general homeward movement beginning, with sick and convalescents first and rail transport as a major challenge for winter. Brussels entry described with Allied troops amid celebrations.
General March Aims Demobilization Of Allied Armies
General March announced plans to reduce American expeditionary forces to about 300 divisions, with further cuts if warranted. He said Pershing may return troops not needed for occupation and outlined units to be sent home, plus broad demobilization and shipment efforts including Christmas packages for troops abroad.
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Coast-to-Coast Aviator to Fly Over City Today
A Coast to Coast aviator aircraft left Santa Barbara at 3 05 am en route to Washington with two stops, 102 the plane's identifier. Mayor Vielken sent messages to Deming and Peoria mayors. Deming expected by 1 30 this afternoon. The party will stay at Dering before continuing to Washington along the Southern Pacific railroad tracks.
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Deming
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Peoria
Dering Wath
Washington
Proclamation of Kolchak Dictatorship Reaches Russia
A Nov 19 proclamation by Admiral Alexander Kolchak, Russia’s anti Bolshevik leader, calls for unity to defeat Bolshevism and to allow people to choose their government. The note notes a split with Semenoff and other anti Bolshevik leaders who refuse to recognize Kolchak's rule.
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Cunard Steamships Lose 15 Vessels in War
Reported Leased Wire from New York states that 15 Cunard Line steamers totaling 246,764 gross tons were sunk or lost during the war. Only Campania and Ascania survived accidents. most losses were torpedoed or mined, including the Lusitania. Anchor Line suffered eight losses totaling 65,488 tons, among them the 14,546 ton Tuscania.
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Cunard Line
Campania
Ascania
Bolshevik Atrocities Reported In Petrograd
Across dispatches from ABO, FNLAND via Aftonbladet comes word of brutal acts in Petrograd in recent days with 500 former Russian army officers said to have been murdered. Other items include stock fraud charges against the Tanpam Star Oil Corporation and government action on railroad wages.
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Aftonbladet
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TOLSE
Tanpam Star Ofl Corporation
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Million Austrian Army Deserters Form Robin Hood Bands
Paris reports William J. Rose, agent for the Slovno and Polish provisional governments, says about a million Austrian deserters have formed Green Guards. They operate in fortified camps across Southeastern Europe, with Rose in Paris awaiting release of a memo.
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Slovakia
Austrian Silesia
Rose
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Manitoba
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Poland
Cieszanow
Student Christian Federation
Broadway Roars Again With Bright Lights After War Ration Lift
New York reports the lifting of federal fuel restrictions unleashing Broadway signs, theatres, and restaurants to blaze with new brilliance. The Great White Way returned to pre war brilliance as signs for underwear and drinks glowed across the district.
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German Raider Sunk After Boarding Action by Achilles and Dundee
A German raider with about 400 men aboard was sunk near Iceland by the armed boarding steamer Dundee and HMS Achilles after a close engagement. The Dutch-flagged vessel was examined, fired upon, and driven off before the joint ships pressed in and sank the raider.
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Teake
Day
Ich
Dundee
HONS TAKE CLOTHING OF YANK PRISONERS
Sergt. Robert Faucett of Virginia Minn and Private John Krystenson of New York City reach American lines after six months in Colmar German prison. Discharged Nov 12 they walked three days to the front recalling scant rations and stripped uniforms. They report German guards released prisoners as revolutionists ordered insignia removed and all soldiers wore a red black badge.
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Virginia
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New York City
Colmar
Poucett
Sutra
French and British Armies Advance in Alsace Lorraine
French war office reports continued occupation of Lorraine and Alsace with Colmar entered by General De Castelnau and soldiers greeted warmly. British forces state Namur crossed Meuse and advanced toward Andenne and Ambrosia with guns captured from Germans. King Albert enters Brussels amid crowds and reviews allied troops ten miles long. royal family greeted with flowers. notes past prophecy of a Belgian return to Brussels.
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King Albert to accompany Foch on Strassburg entry
King Albert of Belgium will join Marshal Ferdinand Foch for the official Allied entry into Strassburg tomorrow as part of the German frontier operation. The procession marks a significant moment in the closing phase of the war with strong Allied displays in Alsace.
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King Albert of
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Marshal Foch
Japan Decorates Bliss March and Pershing Officers
The emperor of Japan conferred decorations on several American general officers including Generals Bliss, March, and Pershing. Secretary Lansing was informed by the Japanese ambassador.
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Bliss
March
Pershing
Washington
Lansing
Clemenceau Plans Return Ahead of Royal Paris Visit
Premier Clemenceau visited London today and will return shortly before King George and Queen Mary visit Paris at month end, according to Le Matin. The trip aligns with upcoming diplomatic engagements between Britain and France.
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Matin
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