Armistice Text Amended by Marshal Foch
Amendments to the German armistice text signed in Treves extend the armistice to January 17 1919 and set added conditions. The extension continues to peace preliminaries with Allied consent. Additional terms allow occupation of the Rhine right bank area with public notice and a seven day warning.
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Paris
Marshal Foods
Treves
International Armistice Committee
Rhine
Colonna
Algb
General Smuts Resigns From War Cabinet
London reports Lieutenant General Jan Christian Smuts has resigned as member of the war cabinet, saying the war’s end removes the burden of his duties. Smuts has long been a prominent figure in South Africa’s political life and leadership.
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London
Nec
Jan Christian Smit
Terdber
War Cabinet
The
Express
Jan Christian Smits
Wfe
South
London papers comment on Wilson welcome in Paris
London journals feature detailed columns on President Wilson and Mrs. Wilson in Paris. Editorials praise the reception and America’s role in European politics. Tributes to Senator Tillman are voiced in Senate and House sessions with remarks from multiple lawmakers.
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London
Wilson
Paris
Jim Klysee
Poincaree
Dhean
Unclear wartime command details from fragmented report
Fragmentary OCR text references Africa and East Attica theaters and mentions British and German actions. It notes a January 1917 date and a supposed Imperial War Conference member from the Union at South Africa. Reading difficulty prevents clear facts or identities.
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Africa
Cape Coloney
East
Attica
Ugaling
Siisi
Alm
Imperial War Conference Ag
Union
South Africa
Amd
American Names In Casualty List Of The Canadians
A sparse casualty list mentions Canadian and American names including OLVAWAWer 35 and J. Fisher. Names linked to Detroit, Cleveland, Kansas City, Stewartstown, Pa, and Trout Creek Mich appear with statuses such as wounded, admitted to hospital, or prisoner of war. The fragmentary item hints at a broader war casualty roundup published in the period.
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Detroit
Cxterson
Trout Creek
Mich
J. Mloar
Cleveland
George
Lowey
Kansas City
Prikanerk
I T
Fisher
Stewartaan
Simple Way To Take Off Fat
An advertisement touts Marmala Pronetip Man Tablets as a weight loss aid with no dieting or exercise. It promises easy thinning by taking four tablets a day and sends readers to Marmala Co. at 64 Woodward Ave, Detroit, for order details. The copy claims the tablets are harmless and effective without lifestyle changes.
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Marmala Co
Woodward Avenue
Detroit
Mich
Marinola
Nature
Polish Independence Sparks Telegram Talk in Amsterdam
A telegram from Berlin reports Poland’s renewed push for independence and a German accord. In Newfoundland, crews aboard the British steamer Corinthian near Northwest Ledge report a fatal incident after its voyage to Glasgow with a general cargo. A separate note mentions a ship landing at Westport, N.B., and a World War era scene with garbled, anecdotal chatter from various figures.
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ST. Johns
N. B. Res
Corinthian
Ginggow
Northweat Ledge
Trinr Feland
Yeaterslay
Westport
Vice President Urges Red Cross Christmas Appeal
New York December 1 Vice President Marshall addressed a Red Cross rally at the Metropolitan Opera House urging Americans to sustain the war effort and honor the nation’s founders with renewed civic duty. He warned of materialism weakening the republic and framed charity as a test of justice for all citizens.
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New York
Republic
America
Marshall
Ned Cross
Metropolitan Opera
Amierica
Becauas
Clasgen Lac
Tonics for convalescence advertised as Cadontone Trhids
An advertisement touts a tonic remedy for convalescents after illness. It warns against extremes and lists ingredients such as iron peptonate and calcium. Elderly readers are urged to use the product, with a promise of health recovery and a money back guarantee.
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Coida
Ki Ruinpe
Frery Packnee
Welcome to Paris: Whisen receives warm French reception
The French press lauds President Whisen’s Paris visit as a symbol of strong U S Franco Democratic ties. papers quote him praising the warm welcome and mutual cooperation, noting the mood of goodwill and confidence for future alliance efforts.
Speculation on Lloyd George coalition victory debated
London dispatch notes speculative mood after the election ballots, with estimates of a large Labour gain and a cabinet reconstruction. It mentions Sir Eric Geddes, Sir Albert Stanley, and Howard Short as possible cabinet members and hints at a potential first woman minister, with discussions centering on Labour strength and party results.
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London
St Lo
Lloyd-George Coshion
Houda of Commons
Eric Geddes
Admiralty
Albert Stanley
Board of Trade
Hward Short
Ireland
Thin people urged to take phosphate despite risks
An old advertisement claims phosphate boosts weight and health for thin people, touting benefits like increased appetite, nervous energy, and improved sleep. It warns against faintness and pale skin while promoting phosphate products as a cure, despite safety concerns and dubious claims.
Italy Welcomes President Wilson with Nationwide Optimism
Italian press hails President Wilson as more popular than Napoleon and beloved across Europe. Editorials praise his wartime leadership and ideal of a better world as Rome prepares with arches and flags for his arrival.
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Tome
Wilson
Europe
Epocs
Europa
Napoleon
Boen
Haly
Rome
Aborted Cold Cure Ad Campaign Promises Quick Relief
An advertisement touts Mentho Haxene as a cure for cold symptoms including cough sore throat and bronchitis. It claims rapid relief, long lasting effect and safekeeper benefits with a mix of syrup and concentrate. The pitch markets a product from The Black Burn Products Co Payton Ohio and urges readers to consult a druggist for substitutions.
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Blackburn Products Co
Payton, Ohio
San
Cologne 15 Given Taste of Rigid Laws and Influenza Measures
Cologne under martial law with Spanish influenza controls as British troops cross the Rhine. Edicts ban leaving home overnight, restrict printing, manage transport and alcohol sales, and order weapon surrender. Medical guidance emphasizes bed rest, fluids, and conservative care while noting risk to weakened patients.
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Cologne
Crater
Nell Marshal Haig
Jiday
Rhine
Bonn
Beir
Tenn
Plumer
Ferguson
Seorch Infantry
Heise
Haig
Yanks OccupyBridgeheads Along Coblenz Front
American forces extended along a thirty kilometer semi circle around Coblenz as the 82nd 2nd and 1st divisions occupy bridgehead positions. French allied troops spread into adjacent areas with bands performing for locals while troops seek quarters and await further orders.
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Coblenz
82Nd
King’s New Discovery Eases Cold and Cough Pain
A vintage advert claims King's New Discovery relieves feverish mucus chest congestion throat ache and coughs in short order. It touts fifty years of easing cold and pain with nationwide recognition and lists prices 60c and 1.29 from druggists.
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von Uster
King
Poisons of Constipation Expelled by Dr King's Pills
An advertisement claims Dr King's New Life Pills vent constipation toxins from the body. It promises relief from dizziness and headaches and notes improved digestion and general health. The druggist offers the same remedy for 25 cents.
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Dr. King
W Hohenzollern's Reclusive Life in Amersfoort Castle
W Hohenzollern remains a near recluse at Amersfoort Castle in Holland. Reports of constant contact with former advisers are denied. The former emperor appears in rain with few attendants, sometimes riding in a closed car. No move is planned, and his future quarters are not being considered. The former empress’s health issues are noted, with her physician in attendance.
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Amerongen
Holland
Hovland
William Hahenzollarn
Sere Hohenzollern
Mikechanaés
Helland
Italy Suffering Heavy War Losses Across Nations
New York report cites Italy's 36 million population with 6.5 million conscripts, about 1300000 casualties. General Eo Gugllemett, Italian war mission attache, spoke at a Red Cross rally, noting 1.6 million casualties and around 560,000 killed or died of wounds while about 500,000 were permanently disabled. He said except the United States, all allied nations suffered heavy losses.
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New York
Italy
Coors
Eo Gugllemett
Red Cross
Gevert Gueliemetti
United States
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