King George to Host Wilson Banquet in Buckingham Palace
London reports King George will banquet President Wilson at Buckingham Palace on December 27 marking the first time a sitting president is entertained there. Wilson plans to depart December 26 for England and may visit devastated areas in northern France and Belgium before returning to Paris in early January. The visit centers on courtesy with possible talks on the Russian situation ahead of the Allied conference in Paris.
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Economic and political unity between Britain and America urged
Fragmentary text quotes a speaker urging frank cooperation and mutual understanding between the English speaking democracies. It emphasizes shared views on liberty and justice and the need for harmony to secure future world peace. Personal travels to England and intent to engage with Britain are noted.
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America
German war dead total may reach two million
New York reports Cologne Gazette figures through October 25 show total German casualties at 5,000,709 with over 4,705,000 Prussians. Naval losses exceed 70,000 dead and 20,000 wounded with missing numbers cited.
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Bank Robbery at Summit State Bank Nets Up to 35000 Dollars
Five bandits robbed Summit State Bank shortly before noon, fleeing with cash and Liberty bonds valued between 25000 and 35000. They drove a black car along Archey road toward Chicago, with one guard while four others emptied the safe. It is the bank’s third robbery in a year.
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Germans renew appeal to United States over terms and food
The German government sent another note to Washington seeking modification of the armistice terms and for food, despite Secretary Lansing’s warning that such messages should not be directed at the U S alone. An open letter from Bavarian official Count Max Montgelas urges justice and acknowledges shared blame in the war catastrophe.
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Hindenburg Leads New Revolt Against Berlin Government
Paris reports Field Marshal von Hindenburg plans a new front behind the armistice line. Berlin seeks explanations with no reply yet. Two active army regiments may move to Frankfurt as resistance groups form with Lequis and Stresemann opposing social democracy.
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German Cabinet Resigns Rumor Winds Through Europe
Reports from Copenhagen claim the German cabinet led by Friedrich Ebert has resigned though not confirmed. London dispatch notes German military leaders plotting a new stroke with indications that Ebert may secure a majority of 320 in the national assembly. Silesian coal mines are shut. General Ludendorff, once German quartermaster general and de facto dictator, is said to be in league with Bolshevik agents in Sweden.
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War spending leaves large cash unexpended in Congress
Washington figures show more than 16.1 billion dollars in cash appropriations and contract authorizations for war will remain unexpended. Rep Sherley of Kentucky, chairing the House Appropriations Committee, announced total wartime expenditures and authorizations run to about 57 billion dollars, including 1.0 billion for wartime loans to foreign governments. The loans actually made push the new total to roughly 38.0 billion.
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Wilson to Leave Paris on Christmas Eve
Paris December 21 President Wilson plans to depart Paris on Christmas Eve for Chammon t American headquarters aboard Pershing's special train. On Christmas morning he will visit troops at a rest camp and dine with them before returning to Paris. Count Romanones arrives for allied talks and Wilson and King Victor Emmanuel exchange cordial greetings in a notably friendly meeting.
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Shipping Plan Aims to Speed Troop Home Like-Wire Dispatch
Paris reports arrangements to release one million tons of army shipping to American exports and to halt charter cancellations for ships carrying home American troops. Wilson meets with Italian leaders and French authorities to discuss relief, censorship, and postwar shipping priorities as he plans further talks in Paris.
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LAW TO HALT IMMIGRANTS
Washington December 21 proposals for drastic legislation to prevent a rush of aliens into the country with the end of peace were discussed by the house immigration committee. They decided to reconvene January 9 to consider the subject. Chairman Parnett said he planned to introduce a bill to prohibit immigration for a period of years perhaps four and to limit it thereafter.
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Censorship Tightened Over German Propaganda in Occupied Zone
Major General Dickman imposes press censorship in the American occupied district with strict rules for newspapers and theaters. Journalists must heed six copy rule and avoid propaganda or critical insinuations. Theaters may perform but must avoid disallowed content. violators face prompt punishment. Five German submarines including the Deutschland reach Cherbourg.
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Intelligence Department
Government asks aid of allied troops
Authorities appeal for assistance from allied troops in response to ongoing security concerns. Details on scope and deployment remain undisclosed as officials coordinate with international partners.
Allies Consider Occupation of Vienna to Calm Uprising
Paris dispatch reports Austria-Hungary asks British French and American forces to occupy Vienna to end escalating riots. The Austrian authorities seek allied help to restore order while the allied command reviews the situation for potential action to protect the public.
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U S Army Transport Arrives with 1400 Soldiers in New York
The Henry Mallory arrived with 1400 American troops from Bordeaux, six hundred wounded. The Manchuria followed from Brest with 159 officers and 4008 men, including multiple artillery and support units, plus 57 naval men and 49 civilians aboard.
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Foch Reassigns Units Reducing Third Army to Eight Divisions
General Foch orders troop shifts in the American occupation zone trimming the Third army to eight divisions. The Thirty third division will move to the Second army and stay in Luxembourg, not entering Germany. Rear-area lines extend for the Eighty ninth and Ninetieth divisions to cover the regrouped territory.
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Luxemborg
Flu cases decline in army camps as year ends
Surgeon General reports influenza in army camps shows a drop through the week ending December 13. Total cases reach 3,630, down 426 from the prior week, with inclusions noting overall decline in the service.
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