American Executive Receiving High Honors From Europeans
Paris dispatch reports President Wilson and Premier Clemenceau discussed peace matters in general terms at the Murat residence. Wilson may not attend fetes for King Victor Emmanuel but could visit American troops in Treves for Christmas. European leaders debated Wilson's war aims and US influence as Branting and others offered support.
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Associated Press
Paris
Wilson
Fremier Clemenceau
Murat
Marcel Hutin
Echo de Paria
Echo de Paris
Treves
Former German Emperor to Leave Holland Advised by Officials
Dec 15 Amsterdam reports William Hohenzollern refused to stay after official warnings that his continued presence could draw Holland into trouble. He was told his departure would please the Dutch government. Also notes on imperial wardrobe and confiscated horses. American authorities issue proclamation restricting German uniforms and weapons in occupation zone.
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Paris
Wilson
Poincare
Amsterdam
William Hohenzollern
Telegraaf
Holland
London
William
Bowesen Zeitung
Bertis
Hohensollern
Grand Duchess Amastasie Urges Germany to Halt War
Geneva report quotes Grand Duchess Amastasie of Mecklenburg Schwerin saying Germany blundered in entering WWI and should admit fault. She notes Russian relatives are divided by war, appeals for aid to Russia, and warns against abandoning Russia as peril to the czar and church. She criticizes German actions and calls for a peaceful, restored nation.
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Geneva
Preas
Germany
Amastasie
Mecklenburg-Schwerin
Alli, Fronte
Grand Duchess
Russia
Frederick Franz
Grand Duke
Mecklenburg- Lehwerin
Ithasia
Denmark
God
Assassination at Lisbon Station Shocks Portugal
Dr Sidinio Paes, president of Portugal, was shot at a Lisbon railway station by a man named Jeetme. The attacker was killed by a crowd. reports say Paes died soon after. A political crisis followed as ministers faced succession and public order concerns.
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Lisbon
Havas
Biking Paes
Portugal
Ute
Paes
Innit
Thi
Paces
Alfred Mugathies
Marine
Vaes
Chamber’ of Deputies
Manuel
League of Republican Youths
Sidina Poles
Jectne
Delem Palace
Oraen Caatto
London
Nee
Sidonio Paes
Oporte
Pres
Jeetme
Commandant of Marine Corps Returns With Heroes of War
A dispatch from New York reports the Commandant of the Marine Corps returning with veterans of overseas service. The ship Neptune, with nearly 9,090 aboard, docked amid a roaring welcome. 14 officers and 21 enlisted men wounded, the majority on deck. Paris and other fronts praised the Marines as “wonderful,” with some dissatisfaction over wounded veterans not being allowed to return to duty. The article also covers Portugal’s political turmoil and monarchist unrest, noting assassinations, republic proclamation, and widespread strikes.
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America
Nnev
France
Fae
Bpre
Copenhagen
Marchant Marine
Sailors’ Council
Hamburg
Bersubmarine
Bhailin
Berlingske Tidende
Darnett
Marine Corps
Paris
Chateau Thierry
Fle
Howe
Lea
Women Turnout Doubles Men in London Elections
London voters on Saturday saw record female participation with women across parties queuing before booths. Mothers accompanied children, many voting alone, and even elderly or infirm women braved rain to cast ballots. Some claim house of commons seats shifted by wives influence.
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London
Bettig
Wormer
Red Cross Christmas drive opens amid hopeful turnout
Washington reports the American Red Cross launches a Christmas enlistment week with officials aiming to boost national and international aid. Money from membership fees will fund the Ned Crouse peace time program, supporting those in need worldwide.
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Washington
Organiza
Ned Crouse
United States
Confiscation of Capital at Odessa Reported
Odessa dispatch notes drastic seizure of capital by industry and labor under Allied Russian policy. Two fresh divisions arrive to defend Allied property, signaling a major shift in control and economic stance amid ongoing conflicts.
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Odessa
Golakeviem
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Wilszon
Hugh Grant Smith
Wison
Murren
Belgium
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Jhhey
Pheyond
J. C. Rhea
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Paes Wan
Vathe
Tatfca
University of Ceiabra
Cellanny
Ommandant
Heroes of War
Lisbo
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Pr. Paes
Cartons
Priver Satiz
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Manet
Englapi
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Ndieaux
Gisbert
Nia Aeelal Garnet
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