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Newspaper
Warren Evening Times
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1918
Page
1
Dispatches report revolutionary Bolshevik movement and strikes breaking out in many European areas with riots reported from Zurich Copenhagen and Brussels as authorities readies responses.
Dispatches report Bolshevik movement and strikes spreading through Europe with riots in Zurich Copenhagen and Brussels. Germany forms Soviets in many areas as soldiers and workers push for radical changes while rail and military disturbances worsen the labor crisis.
Five German submarine crews have arrived at Landskrona Sweden and they fear capture on return to Germany. They have asked the local naval authorities to intern them, according to an Exchange Telegraph dispatch cited by Copenhagen today.
The forecast calls for fair conditions in Western Pennsylvania with cooler temperatures tonight and Friday. Skies should remain mostly clear with light winds from the northwest.
Field Marshal von Hindenburg formally declares the armistice has been signed and appeals for order and discipline among the German army. He says the armistice requires a rapid return to the fatherland and that soldiers face a heavy task ahead, but will not be abandoned by their leader.
Hoover explains to Senate finance and House appropriations committees the need to complete a comprehensive plan to repatriate Europe from hunger. He delays departure for Europe until securing congressional aid and insurance, saying he will return by Christmas. Officials say no new legislation is needed yet.
Washington announces the navy can release 806000 men in the coming month. Secretary Daniels says 560000 sailors are in service and 50000 can be spared without hurting efficiency. Vacancies from discharged sailors will be filled from training camps.
Postmaster General Burleson told the National Association of Railway and Utility Commissioners in session here that rates may be lowered and systems unified soon. He said the department aims to provide service not profit, and a rate cut could boost business and spur network extensions.
More than a hundred guests and girl employes escaped through smoke to the stairway in a blaze at the Hotel Majestic. The fire started in the grill on the seventeenth floor causing an estimated $35,000 loss and an investigation is ordered into the cause.
Wireless dispatch from Paris reports Marshal Foch receiving the American Distinguished Service Medal from General Pershing. Foch thanked Wilson and Pershing and recalled the March day when Pershing offered American resources. Haig Joffre and Petain also to be honored. Bliss and others decorated.
Vorwaerts says armistice terms are heavy but unavoidable for the new government after the old system falls. Berlin papers call terms unprecedented and urge surrender of fortresses and ships plus railway material to help meet the crisis. Some papers model the terms on Rome to Carthage and warn of famine and ongoing revolution.
Otto Fialo, ticket agent at Intervale Avenue station, was murdered by five men who escaped in a taxi with $60. The robbers reportedly missed $700 left in the booth. Police hunt for suspects.
Ernest Oberhelman faced a vengeful reaction after declaring joy for the Kaiser following the armistice. Neighbors painted his car and garage yellow and chained the vehicle to a lamp, costing $200 to remove. The funds went to the Rea Crouss.
Washington lawmakers push to designate November 11 as an international holiday marking the armistice. A House resolution seeks a $5079,000 appropriation to fund worldwide celebrations and invite allied and neutral governments. Pershing Foch Haig Petain Diaz would attend as special guests. a three member presidential committee would supervise.
Fifty thousand workers from the Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America go on strike in greater New York and nearby New Jersey demanding an eight hour day and twenty percent wage rise. About twenty thousand making Army and Navy uniforms stay at work under President Sidney U Wiliman. Indications point to a serious and potentially lengthy tie up in local clothing manufacturers.
Atlanta, Ga. November 14 Direc tor General McAdoo appealed to General Chairman O D Gorman to avert a threatened strike by railway telegraphers set for 8 o clock this morning. An award to the men will be rendered within four days, possibly three, based on the railway administration board of adjustment findings.
Washington reports the Inter Allied Council will meet at Versailles next week to map a postwar conference. Bernard Baruch and other business leaders warn the early weeks of peace will be the hardest as industry shifts from war to civilian production.
Peoria Illinois November 14 Two men are dead and one is missing after a series of explosions at the Western Powder Manufacturing Company plant in Edwards. A fire spread to nearby timber causing hundreds to flee fearing village destruction but possible losses were prevented.
Montreal November 14 Grant Hall vice president of the Canadian Pacific Railway was elected to the companys board of directors to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Sir George Bury. He also joins the executive committee of the board.
Washington reports strong sentiment to hold the next peace conference at Versailles for privacy and security. Britain prefers Versailles over neutral Holland or Switzerland. France backs the venue while the United States remains undecided about representation or attendance.
Washington reports insistence that draft troops in army cantonments be discharged immediately for industry needs. Officials face uncertainty over timing as Baker and aides insist troops remain until peace treaty. Congress may oppose but seeks demobilization.
Washington reports that future peace commissioners will answer only to President Wilson, with Senate involvement limited to final ratification. Historical precedents show presidents appointing their own negotiators, as with Lincoln and McKinley, raising questions about Senate confirmation for Wilson’s picks. Possible Senate figures mentioned include Lodge Knox Williams Thomas, with Swagar Shir ley discussed for possible solicitor general role.
At the Miami Marine Corps aviation field two cadets from Pittsburgh John A McCune and Cc A Wristine died when their seaplane caught fire during a practice flight and crashed to the ground.
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