Brest Litovsk peace talks falter amid shifting delegations
News from Brest Litovsk reports that Central Powers’ December peace terms were rejected by Russia and allied parties, dissolving the proposed separate peace path. German and Austro-Hungarian ministers cited Russian reluctance, while Turkish delegates reopened discussions, and Petrograd noted continued resistance to negotiations.
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Private Taylor Commended by Pershing for Valor in France
Private Sylvan Taylor of Washington, 21, who joined U.S. forces in France, earned commendation from General Pershing for bravery during frontline construction under shellfire on November 16. His detachment wore gas masks and continued work despite the bombardment.
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Hughes Reinstalled as Premier in Seething Australia
In Seectouine Australia a nationalist government under William Norrin Hughes is reinstalled after days of political uncertainty. No change in the overall policy is foreseen, though criticism of Hughes grows over decisions in the referendum campaign. A no confidence motion lingers as Labor leader Frank Tudor is discussed for possible formation of a Labour government amid conscription debates. 200
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City of Central France Prepares for influx of Americans
The Central France city readies for arriving American troops and staff as hotels and private homes are pledged for occupancy. Officials plan a food commissary to keep prices stable and ensure supplies. The mayor asks residents to host officers, with arrangements to distribute clerical staff to families and barracks on the outskirts.
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French Take Prisoners and War Developments Across Front
Paris reports French detachments conducted incursions in the Argonne and Vosges regions, taking German prisoners. The German lines faced severe artillery fighting near Neaumont and Bezonvaux while two German aircraft were downed. London notes Austro German retreats near Cayo and Stallar ridge with Allied forces advancing. Peace talks continue at Brest-Litovsk amid Soviet resistance and calls for Stockholm. British raids around Ypres disrupt German positions, with casualties and prisoners reported.
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Baker testimony on war supplies draws sharp party clash
Washington January 11 Secretary Baker faced rapid cross examination by senators from both parties who challenged his claim that war supplies were adequate. Democratic and Republican members pressed for details on labor standards, ordnance production, and camp shortages, arguing the country should not be lulled by broad statements.
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Premier Lenino Warns of Revolutionary War if Peace Fails
London dispatch reports Premier Lenin warning that if Germany rejects terms and allies resist, a Revolutionary War may be declared. Trotsky’s power would wane if Germans buy off Ukraine, with the Bolshevik leadership portrayed as facing weakened positions.
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Front news and diplomacy report from world war brief
Front line notes describe artillery activity along the Arras Cambrai Cham pagne Verdun sector and intense fighting in northern Italy near the Brenta. The French parliament will hear discussions on government diplomacy as the cabinet indicates it will accept debate on the matter.
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Shoe contracts set by advisory council on supplies
Washington January 11 contracts for 3 000 000 pairs of bale soles and 7 006 000 topets for sheets were let today by the section on supplies of the advisory commission of the council of national defense. The half gotea wall rose 4 500 000 and the topets 1. Alfonso signs new decree Madrid Thursday January 10 King Alfonso today signed 3 new decree dis olying the cartel Elections will be held February 24 and the new parliament will meet on March 18.
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Unstinted Praise for Men and Officers of Destroyer Jones
Secretary Daniela released Lieutenant Commander Bagley s summary of the destroyer Jacob Jones loss on December 6 in which 2 officers and 64 men perished. The report commends ten officers and men by name for valor as the vessel sank after a torpedo strike at 4 21 p m. Seaman Phillip J Burger of Lans ingburgh N Y is praised for clearing the motor cutter and sacrificing himself to save others as the crew fought to abandon ship and reach wreckage.
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