Wilson's visit to Europe stirs postwar plans
Paris reports delay of the Versailles peace conference until February due to President Wilson's European trip and British cabinet changes. King George hosts Wilson at Buckingham Palace with a grand reception planned. Italian King Victor Emmanuel departs Paris for Rome as Orlando and Sonnino stay, while discussions in London press a new naval constraint proposal. Spain's Premier Manones voices support for active European engagement alongside Wilson.
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Republican Leader Says Missouri Senator Tries President Points
Wilson Caled reports Republican leader accuses a Missouri senator of recycling the president’s points to reveal major secrets. He argues the approach should be scaled back amid debate over handling sensitive Hun activity notes.
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Thirty Thousand Demobilized Daily Since War Ended
The report notes thirty thousand personnel have been demobilized daily since the war ended, with officials confirming a steady taper in discharges and ongoing adjustments to troop status and reintegration plans.
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Vienna Urges Allies to Occupy Vienna at Once
Amid conflicting reports from Paris and Berlin, Vienna asks Allied authorities to occupy Vienna to avert disturbances. The dispatch cites rumors of a German national guard plan and notes ongoing European power realignments as Polish and Soviet tensions persist.
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No Treaty Can Bind Without Upper House Consent
Washington dispatches report Defense Council units aid demobilization efforts as 180000 groups nationwide stay coordinated with government while Christmas holidays prompt caution. Senate debate centers on Wilson peace principles, secret diplomacy, freedom of seas, arms reduction, and League, with Lodge urging Senate input before a treaty.
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Inquisition Clash Over German Propaganda Inquiry
WASHINGTON December 21 a Senate committee clash arose when Senator Reed of Missouri pressed Alfred L Becker deputy attorney general of New York and Major Humes in charge of the inquiry. Becker refused to name employees of the Wey Norsey General of New York to investigate German propaganda as secret service work. Reed demanded disclosure and accused the testimony of distorting truth. Major Humes said he represented the committee under War Department orders and refused to reveal names of those involved.
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Demobilization figures and prisoners of war returns reported
Washington reports 188 662 army discharges for the week ending December 14 and Brigadier General Pershing notes 3 215 American POWs returned through various routes. He expects few Americans remain in Germany as demobilization continues and mail delivery for units resumes. New York notes 2 642 officers and men home aboard Baltic and Melaptan ships as transports sail from France.
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Wilhelm recovers from chill and walks in Amsteld castle
Former Emperor Wilhelm, listed as unwell earlier in the week, was seen walking about the castle grounds in Amstelveen. His ear infection, though troubling, reportedly eased, while he remains under care with improved condition. A separate dispatch notes Anatria’s assembly calling for an investigation into war’s real author and related actions.
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Winchester contingents in training fill six officers and crew
In Norfolk December reports list contingents numbered 1057, 1068, 1959, 1060, 1061, 1064 of the Winchester quanala in training. Six officers and 867 sick and wounded, including twenty chief cases and two mental mates, are noted. Also ships from New York reach Hampton Roads amid safety fears for shipments. The American naval force totaled 3,070 men aboard the Balke muntbere schooner Airwh eels.
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Delayed Arrival At Hempton Roads Reported
Days overdue, the vessel at Hempton Roads is reported delayed by storms affecting scheduled arrivals and cargo timelines. Await further official updates on ship status and port operations.
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British Fleet May Visit United States under Beatty
December 20 report says the Admiralty favors sending a large part of the British fleet commanded by Admiral Sir David Beatty to visit the United States. The move would strengthen naval ties and showcase British power, with details pending official approval.
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Wartime Censors Probe Cablegram Confirmation Rules
Washington December 21 wartime regulators debated confirmation language for cablegrams amid government censorship orders. The issue prompted by wartime controls raised questions about implaced requirements and compliance procedures during the conflict.
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