Secretary Daniels recounts navy's war feats and call for expansion
Secretary Daniels presents an extensive review of American Navy achievements in World War I, highlighting the transport of 2,000,000 troops to France without loss of an eastbound ship and the Marine Brigade’s role in halting the Prussian advance. He argues for sustained naval buildup to secure peace and international policing at sea.
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Washington
Dec. C
Daniels
Telix
France
Paris Aml
Wisen
U. S
Withdrawal of German Troops From Teut City
A military order directs the withdrawal of German troops from Teut City to preserve order. No further details on dates or units are provided in the fragment.
American Troops Enter Coblenz Quietly After German Request
American forces occupied Coblenz Sunday in response to a German request to avert disorder following German troop withdrawal. The entry was orderly with no sensational events and signs pointed to good order as Yankee troops arrived to calm tensions.
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Kevening
London
Coblenz
Marines Enduring Solidarity Highlighted by Navy Secretary
Navy secretary lauds the Marine brigade in France for unity amid fierce combat with 8,000 men, reporting 78 officers and 1,551 dead or wounded and many captured, underscoring relentless advance and heroic record.
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France
GOC
ST Marines
War Labor Policies Board Urges Public Works Push
The War Labor Policies Board sent telegrams to governors urging public works development during demobilization. Mayors report about 400 million dollars in wartime public construction ready to be tapped as supplies allow. Data to be shared at the Annapolis conference starting December 16.
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Washington, Dee
War Labor Policies Board
Hus
Annapolis
Den Declines Job In Mooney Grand Jury Probe
William Den main former chairman of the United States shipping board refuses appointment as special representative of the Labor Department to the county grand jury investigation into alleged irregularities cited in a report about Thomas J. Mooney. Also notes departure of Prince Leopold from Paris to Bruges with dignitaries bidding farewell at the station.
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San Francisco
Dee. O
William Denmain
United States Shipping Board
Secretary of Labor
Wilson
John Bo Detsmere
Thomas J. Mooney
Aliens to Leave America Very Soon
In New York Frederick Howe, immigration commissioner, says a reversal of migration is coming as peace arrives. Reports show 1,250,000 aliens sought passage home after the war, with bankers in Pittsburgh and coal regions noting plans to return to Russia Poland and Bohemia. Emigration to the U S is not expected to increase as war economies wind down.
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New York
Frederick (. Howe
Imigration
Howe
Europe
America
Pittsburgh
Cleveland
Russia
Poland
Bohemia
Vietory
President Wilson Attends Service Aboard George Washington
President Wilson joined enlisted men for a Sunday religious service on the U S S George Washington. He then rested and prepared for a series of conferences with Secretary Lansing and others as the ship heads toward Paris for formal exchanges with allied leaders. The voyage continues with warmer weather and steady progress toward the French capital for Monday meetings.
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U.S
George Washington
Wilson
Loaier
Smoether
Lansing
Henry White
Jules J. Jusserand
Count di Cellere
Preneh
Delian Armbmsuders
Paris
Renearest Briday
Poincare
France
Wilsons to attend boat drills before peace congress
Preliminary conferences intensify as President Wilson and Mrs. Wilson rehearse boat drills. The naval escort maintains distance from the George Washington while plans count on passage toward the Azores by Tuesday.
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Wilson
Armenians Have a Republic
The American government declines to express views on recognizing the Armenian republic of Ararat or other Armenian organizations as co-belligerents. Acting Secretary Polk notified Dr. G Pasdermedition, Armenian Catholic special agent, in Washington. In other news, Carter Glass’s nomination to succeed William G. McAdoo as secretary of the treasury was confirmed by the Senate without objection.
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Washington
Carter Glass
Secretary of the Treasury
William G. McAdoo
Senate
Italy and Serbia in Tug of War Over Adriatic Access
Swiss press reports growing hostility between Italy and the Jugoslav state as Montenegro unites with Serbia and dethrones King Nicolaus, father of the Italian queen. Rival aims for the eastern Adriatic drive the conflict with Italy seeking a sea outlet and Jugoslavs seeking economic development and access to the sea.
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Paris
Dee
Italy
Hoth
Wilson
Montenegro
Nicolaus
Adriatic
Decline Expected in Living Costs and Wages, Officials Say
Washington officials and lawmakers say costs of goods and materials will fall starting early next year and continue for years. Wages are expected to drop accordingly as the dollar buys more, easing wartime price levels and reducing production costs. Representative George M. Young warns wheat prices may decline, while the government’s continued control over the 1920 wheat market could influence losses on its price guarantees.
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Washington
Food Administration
George M. Young
Dakota Wheat Belt
Grain Corporation of the Food Administration
America
Plane traffic begins between German towns
London reports that major German towns now have air service for parcel post and passengers. Air fare is 244 marks per kilometer, about 4.3 miles per mark, and planes run up to 60 miles per hour. Berlin to Munich travels about 4.5 hours.
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London
Percel
Berlin
Munich
Army arsenal at Watervliet can make 18 inch guns
The Watervliet Arsenal in New York is now able to manufacture guns up to eighteen inches in caliber, according to Maj. Gen. C. C. Williams, chief of ordnance, in his annual report to the Secretary of War.
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Washington
Dec. c
Army Aarsenal
Watervilet
N. Y
Ger C. C. Williams
Wap
England Not After War Plunder Declares Times Editorial
The Times editorial argues Britain seeks no plunder but aims to help create a world free from oppression. It rebuts the view held in some quarters, including parts of the United States, that the British empire pursues selfish gains. The piece stresses dedication to democratic safety and global liberty.
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United States Navy
the Times
United States
Pene
Greek merchant Pantesoe poulos dies leaving fortune to government
Athens reports the death of Simon Pantesoe poulos a leading Greek merchant. He bequeathed his entire fortune of 12 000 francs to the Greek government. The will and implications are pending official action.
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Athens
Dec. C
Simon Pantesoepoulos
Prairie Division to Stay Occupation in Germany
General March announced five additional divisions assigned to the American army of occupation now advancing into Germany. The units include the 2d and 7th regiments, the 28th and 33d National Guard, and the 79th National Army. They will occupy Luxembourg near Montmedy and St Mihiel and Longuyon, forming the second line ready to reinforce the Rhine. Maj. Gen. Joseph T. Dickson commands the entire force. 5 235 officers and 125 515 men are slated for early return home with additional units and Coast artillery regiments included.
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Washington
Dec. C
148Th Engineers
Chicago
Jteuxemburg
March
Montmedy
St. Mihiel
Longuyon
Army of Occupation
Rhine
Pershing
Michigan
Wisconsin
Rainbow
Kansas
Missouri
South Dakota
Nebraska
Colorado
New Mexico
Arizona
Joseph T. Dicksson
Yershing
92D
Coast Artillery
Camp Grant
Disarms Mackensen Army Began In Hungary
Berlin dispatch says Field Marshal Mackensen's forces in Hungary are being disarmed. Soldiers may cross the frontier rather than be interned. They are selling cars horses and equipment cheaply. In Huntington West Virginia a man fainted in court after a tire theft sentence. The judge cited third offense life sentence rules.
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Mackensen
Hungary
Berlin
Huntington
W. Va
Dee
Robert Bay Jen
T. N. Taylor
West Virginia
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