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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1919
Page
1
President Wilson sails from Dover for Calais as New Year departs and plans for his Rome visit proceed despite Italian cabinet turmoil. The trip aims to discuss Adriatic issues with European leaders, with Paris and London scenes reflecting high expectations for peacemaking efforts.
Vice Admiral W. B. Sims John W. Davis the American ambassador and Lady Reading joined Mrs Wilson in greeting Queen Mary. The train pulled away with the king and queen waving handkerchiefs and the band playing as spectators saw the farewell.
Allied armistice commission in Spa rejects old fashioned German heavy artillery offered to the American army. The cannon must be modern and meet specified models dating after early 1900s. Reception of material continues after January 1 until new instructions are issued.
Rome reports the supreme command says Italian war losses include 460000 dead of whom 16562 were officers. Of 947000 wounded 88347 were officers. The number incapacitated by wounds and disease is estimated at a placeholder.
Yonkers authorities announce a new vampire squad to hunt pickpockets. Police officers dressed in women's clothing will patrol the streets with clearly displayed purses to attract and arrest thieves.
Munich police arrested seventeen prominent men, including a non Bavarian duke, amid a conference at a major hotel. They were accused of plotting to recruit citizen soldiery to defend the government against reactionary forces, with arms distribution alleged and several releases followed.
In Warsaw 47 people are killed amid clashes between troops and revolutionists. A state of virtual martial law exists with national army and municipal guard patrolling streets. Cavalry and artillery practice outskirts signal警 to deter rebels amid Paderewski’s arrival boosting authorities.
Anxious days and nights describe street fights that lack spectacle as soldiers who refused to salute the red flag fired on rioters, who stood firm. The rioters remained unperturbed as life continued with theaters well patronized and Paderewski demonstrations in Posen where Poles hold full control.
American warships that reached Copenhagen will sail to German ports on the North Sea to board sick Americans. Also, Polish forces took control of Posen and executed several German officers while disarming others. Berlin communication reportedly cut.
A Hohenzollern prince visiting the occupied zone lauds American soldiers for discipline and conduct. He remarks on not knowing such trained troops anywhere in 32 years service and questions Germany’s submarine warfare. He disapproves of submarine and aerial bombing and notes surprise at German celebrations over Lusitania sinking.
In Warsaw crowds shouting Down with Pilsudski attacked police and bolshevik agents at the Hotel Bruht. Polish troops fired on the mob after revolver shots. five people were killed and several wounded as 1,000 protesters demanded release of six Bolshevik agents and marched with red banners.
Washington reports postmaster general Burleson increasing wages across all government controlled telegraph departments effective Wednesday. Employees with over 18 months service gain 10 percent, those under 18 months gain 5 percent, with capsakers on monthly salaries not exceeding 200 dollars and increases not surpassing 35 dollars monthly since January 1. Premium rates not affected.
Secretary Daniels urged the House Naval Committee to authorize a temporary boost of 250000 enlisted and reserve personnel for the next year and to transfer 1000 reserve officers to the permanent establishment. He asked wartime pay increases become permanent, with monthly pay rising to 36 to 51 dollars, to sustain manpower. Sims to lead Naval War College at Newport after European command. Zero storm: below zero temps and heavy snow sweep Nebraska and South Dakota.
A fragment hints at a dispute among major powers led by the United States and United Kingdom involving France and a broader discussion of peace plans. The text suggests potential arguments or delays in pursuing a coordinated settlement among nations.
London dispatch says official advices indicate France will be slow to adopt the League of Nations idea proposed by President Wilson. Britain and the United States are in accord, with Italy in a favorable attitude. France must be convinced of the advisability before supporting action at the Peace Conference.
Sheriff Jake Wiggers of Rock Island County was fatally shot by automobile bandits during a pursuit after a roadhouse hold up. Deputies and townspeople pursued the bandits to Coaltown road and into Rock Island, where a gun battle wounded Wiggers and Claud Radeck of Davenport. The roadhouse owner sped away with nearly $2,000 in receipts.
President Wilson drew a treasury warrant for 6250 on his first pay day beyond United States soil. He designated N P Webster his attorney in fact who endorsed the check with Wilsons name and signed as attorney, then deposited the warrant in bank to the presidents credit.
The Philadelphia police and federal agents hunt the perpetrators of mysterious shell explosions at three prominent men's homes. Officials say revenge against authorities enforcing sedition laws and red flag displays motivates the attacks.
Constantinople reports Allied forces now control the Black Sea coast and have occupied Batoum. Batoum is said to be connected by pipeline with the oil center of Baku on the Caspian Sea.
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