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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1918
Page
1
A dramatic wire report from The Associated Press describes Kaiser supporters in Holland supporting a counter revolt as princes, ministers, and British officials weigh extradition actions. The piece notes royal entourage movement from the Rhine coast and tense diplomacy with German legation in The Hague.
Washington November 27 The Associated Press reports that Bernard Baruch, head of the War Industries Board, has been offered the Treasury chair. It is unclear whether he will accept and whether the move would affect cabinet balance or securities holdings.
A chaotic late November dispatch reports Transylvania's bid for independence from the Austro Hungarian realm amid war disorder. Austrian and Hungarian factions face boundary disputes while Czechs push for territorial gains and Germany remains a key ally. Food shortages and price woes worsen daily life in Vienna and rural Austria, with American observers noting dire conditions but some pockets of luxury persist.
A London rally of about 16 000 demonstrators in Hyde Park adopted a resolution backing an economic boycott of Germany for its treatment of prisoners. The protest was organized by British Empire allies.
The report details American troops fighting along the northern front near the Archangel area. It notes back-and-forth clashes along roads by Petrograd with Bolshevik forces occupying towns, Allied Russian detachments aiding, and recent speeches urging Americans to cease fighting.
Reports from Treves describe German officials and political figures warning against internal chaos and extending war measures. Nov 27 dispatch cites Von Tirpitz era remnants and leaders like Scheidemann and Scheidemann ally Philipp to oppose immediate drastic economic and political restructuring while stressing the need to counter disorder and ensure financial stability for the war effort.
Treasury announces new certificates of indebtedness for the fifth war loan. They mature May 6, 1910 with interest, and the subscription period runs from December to December 10. The issue is set to float in April.
Amsterdam dispatch reports German delegates and Marshal Foch meeting in late November with harsh, terse exchanges. The account quotes a German observer describing long drives, dual trains, and scarce praise amid demands and imposed terms. The piece notes cold attitudes from French officers and Admiral Verniurus, and states Foch remained stern and silent during brief contacts.
Washington reports that at President Wilwa's request the British and French governments will relay all censorship on news dispatches to the United States about the peace conference.
Willan M Massie was named receiver in the superior court proceeding over La Osa Land and Cattle Co. The case centers on a debt load including $275,000 to Merchants National Bank and $56,000 to North Texas Trust Co. The firm owns 11,006 cattle and range rights in Pima and Santa Cruz counties. Elliott, who managed the company, is mentioned in the filing as the person responsible for a 2569 head cattle transfer from Texas. The receivership aims to preserve assets and reestablish the company as a going concern.
News briefs report 27 German submarines surrendered, railway telegraphers threaten strike, a Sacramento death-row retrial, a government ship purchase deal, wealth and royal family asset sales, and shipping tonnage completed for the week ending Nov 22.
Herbert Hoover, American food administrator, plans Allied led discussion on distributing scarce food. He advocates a prioritized scheme giving food to the Allies first, then neutrals, then enemies, and proposes a Brussels commission to study German food requests.
Three Cossack officers acquitted by court martial for arresting two members of the all Russian directorate. Investigation suggests one directorate member conspired with Bolsheviki. Opposition to Admiral Kolchak grows. Typhus outbreak reports 600 cases in Yekaterinburg and spreading.
In Amsterdam on November 27, the Ukrainian premier stated a pro ally position amid ongoing talks. The brief report notes a formal assertion of alignment with allied nations and hints at forthcoming diplomatic steps.
Reports from Zurich and Paris indicate Dr. Walther Solf may have resigned as German foreign minister during the Berlin conference debates. Dispatches note skepticism about top-level resignations and reference protests Monday evening against the conference and Solf.
A Paris dispatch notes Bavaria faces limited change from the revolt in Munich where state machinery runs on. Ludwig’s unpopularity grows after wartime losses and resistance to reforms. An election to replace Denuty Woolmar is planned amid Socialist party divisions and urgent demobilization debates.
Packages by the cartload arrive at Pier 52 Fast River with 1490 mail clerks and 240 soldiers sorting parcels for American troops in France. About 100000 packages daily, all destined for France, will be sent to Red Cross stations. the Manchuria was the first ship to carry Christmas packages. Next shipment sails this week. last day for reception is soon.
The steamship George Washington is being redecorated at Hoboken for the voyage to the peace conference. President Wilson and his party are expected to board next Tuesday afternoon. The ship will depart for the Hudson on December 3 with escort by the battleship Pennsylvania and two destroyers. The George Washington carries about 1,066 crew and is expected to arrive at the destination on December 196.
President Wilbon to exercise executive duties aboard ship and from Paris during the peace conference trip. Secretary Tumulty remains in Washington and will stay in constant contact, submitting matters by cable or wireless as needed. No announcements yet on peace delegation or final program, with a full statement anticipated by the president in congress.
The Italian government selected its Paris delegation for President Wilson's reception. Premier Vittorio Orlando, reformist leader Leonida Bossolati Bergavaschi, Francesco Saverio Hitti, Eugenio Chiesa, Gen Armando Diaz, General Badoglio, and several senators and deputies will attend.
Reports from Paris say President Wilson will land at Brest on arrival from America. He will be met by Foreign Minister Pichon and Marine Minister Georges Leygues, then travel with them to Paris where President Poincare and the French government will greet him with allied leaders.
Cuba’s delegation to the war conference, including Pablo Doce Phe secretary of state Cosmes de La Torriente and Antonio Senehez Fustinante, professor of international law, arrived by steamer in New York on the way to France. A credit of 1,900,000 francs was voted by the chamber of deputies to support the visit.
Henry P. Davson head of the American Red Cross and Allen Ward in Cross commissioner arrived on the French liner Espagne. Major Wartwell, who has spent 17 years overseas, said Russia's situation would improve only after political salvation is achieved.
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