Foes Counter Drives Fail Near Scheldt Front
American troops gain four positions along the Meuse front after strong German artillery fire. They advance east of the Meuse from the eastern edge of Ormont toward Grand Pre and extend lines between wood and Bantheville. Germans prepare new defense near Briquenay as heavy counterattacks are repelled. American 16 inch and 6 inch guns bombard rail centers behind Serre Oise. an immense German armored plane is captured north of Brieulles.
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Peace Parleys In Paris Prompted By German Crisis
In Paris on October 25 a large crowd gathered near the Reichstag, urging Emperor William's abdication and a German republic. Socialist leader Karl Liebknecht, newly freed from prison, was enthusiastically cheered and spoke from a flowered carriage signaling the people's moment.
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House and Benson Reach France for Armistice Talks
Colonel E M House, President Wilsons personal representative, and Admiral William Benson have arrived in France to represent the United States in discussions with the Allies on Germanys armistice plea. House travels with Gordon Crew and Frank I Cobb as observers and negotiators, while Benson will address naval questions on the supreme war council.
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War Update From Front Lines Amid Rapid Developments
Associated Press dispatches report British and French forces pressuring Italians in a new offensive in Italy. British Fifth Army captures a German ambulance bearing the Geneva Red Cross. Italian troops hold the northern bank of the Orni River after a bitter clash, with nearly 3000 prisoners taken. In Britain reports, fuel administrator Garfiello rejects wage increase proposals for coal miners while a separate note covers five convicted anarchists in New York federal court for anti government literature and urged strikes.
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Reichstag Delegates Demand Independence After Wilson Terms
In Berlin the Reichstag saw non German delegates press for independence. Poles in Prussia urged self rule aided by Wilson’s 14 points. Danish delegates demanded Schleswig plebiscite under Prague treaty terms. Alsace Lorraine representatives warned autonomy insufficient and called for full independence or return to France.
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Turkey Accepts Wilson Peace Terms in Parliament Speech
In Constantinople, Grand Vizier Tewfik Pasha quoted in parliament saying Turkey will accept peace based on President Wilson's rights and justice. The new government pledges political rights to all elements and participation in administration without distinction of nationality or religion.
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English Papers Praise Diplomacy of Wilson
London editors praise President Wilson for his note to Germany saying it moves matters toward peace. The Daily News notes the imperial chancellor’s reply left questions unresolved while the American plan tests of German peace intent. Continued on Page 2 Column 3.
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Wilson Appeals for Democratic Victory in Critical Election
President Wilson urges voters to keep a Democratic Congress to support his leadership during wartime. He warns a Republican majority would be seen as repudiation of his policies and unity is essential to govern domestic and war efforts. He appeals for undivided national support and warns of divided leadership. WOODROW WILSON
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Victorious Ally Campaign Three Months Summary World War I
A compiled report covers three months of Allied gains since July 1908 detailing territory reclaimed about 3,000 square miles from peak German reach by July 15. It lists hundreds of towns recaptured including Middelkerke Ostende Bruges and Lille, 3896 006 prisoners taken, 1 000 cannons and 3 500 guns captured, 40 000 machine guns, 2 000 French mortars, 260 aircraft destroyed, 80 balloons. Notable gains include elimination of the St Mihiel salient and capture of key railway hubs and forest of Argonne. Allied advances extend across the Middle East Caucasus and Balkans with Italy in Albania and Russia pushes, and Serbia advances from Vladivostok.
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Fares Raised for Tucson Rapid Transit by State Commission
The Arizona State Corporation Commission granted fare increases for the Tucson Rapid Transit Co effective November. Single fare rises to eight cents, round trip to thirteen cents, with a six and a half cent rate for regular riders buying a dollar in tickets. Tickets are transferable. Commission will monitor finances and reopen the case as needed due to wartime conditions.
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British Capture Maing in Fierce Valenciennes Drive
Allied reports say British forces seized Maing southeast of Valenciennes and Vendigies-ur-Ecaillon, with French advances between the Oise and the Serre. German counterattacks were repulsed as fighting rages along the Valenciennes front and surrounding villages.
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Maj Thaw Wins U S Distinguished Service Cross
Maj William Thaw, dean of American aviators and Croix de Guerre with five palms, receives the American Distinguished Service Cross with two citations by General Pershing. Announcement comes from the Aero Club of America in New York.
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