President Wilson notes urge belligerents to discuss peace terms
Washington reports Secretary Lansing says the note aims to clarify belligerent objectives as the United States nears the war verge. The note seeks no peace proposal or mediation, but asks for terms that could end the conflict, while diplomats in London, Berlin and The Hague react with cautious interest and surprise.
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Annihilation reported of Carranza garrison at border
Report from Laredo December 21 says a Villa force attacked and completely annihilated the Carranza garrison at Bocas or Ban Sule Po foal. Border residents report widespread panic as Villa followers pressed attacks and arrivals noted.
Wall Street Slump as War News Sparks Deep Market Selloff
New York December 2 The stock market endured a furious opening and broad liquidation as President Wilson and Secretary Lansing remarks provoked large price swings. United States Steel and Union Pacific led declines while total volume neared 41 million shares in two hours and about 3 million more before close. Refugees fled Torreon amid Villa attacks. Americans reported expected clashes along the border and movements by Carranza troops evacuating Parral.
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Legations Seek American Aid in London Talks
Peking reports five nations and the United States seek American cooperation in a loan of 10 010 000 pounds as Britain France Triesia and Japan delay in discussions. The Chinese government grows impatient with stalled arrangements. In the United States the battleship Mississippi will be launched January 25 at Newport News Virginia. Carmilla Mericath of Meridian Mississippi, daughter of a national committeeman, was chosen to christen the ship. The silver service from the old battle is to be presented to the Dew ably.
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Chinese refuse to confirm plenary appointment
Peking reports Parliament refuses to confirm Premier Tuan Chidul’s plan to confer the Grand Order of Merit on the Japanese emperor. Ushung Hs Ting, former premier, is rejected for the post as Japan disapproves the move. A postponement is requested until the Chinese premier and parliament are reshaped.
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General Scot Witnesses On National Guard Mobilization
Washington reports Major General Hugh L. Scott chief of staff to the army testified before the house military committee about mobilization and the national guard system. He faced further questioning as senators plan cross examination over the Chamberlain universal military training bill. General Leonard Wood, eastern department commander, who criticized the guard, was also asked to appear again.
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Joffre Signs Official Call For French Army Command
An official call summoning General Nivelle to lead northern and northeastern fronts was signed by General Joffre as commander in chief. General Crétinet, Joffre's chief of staff, has stayed on active duty and awaits appointment to command an army group. General Ferdinand Auguste Pont will command, with Nivelle’s earlier position adjusted and other promotions noted.
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Door 10 Peace Is Not Closed Analysis of Lingdteargn Offer
The Germanic and neutral press portray Lingdteargn as refusing peace, but the record shows he declined only terms offering restitution, reparation, and guarantees to the Allies. Germany remains the sole party able to accept those conditions.
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