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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1919

Page

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Roosevelt Dies in Sleep at Sagamore Hill Private Funeral Planned

Theodore Roosevelt died at his Sagamore Hill home at 4 15 p m after a rheumatic heart attack. He had suffered a severe bout of rheumatism and sciatica on New Year’s Day and was not considered seriously ill. Funeral will be private at Christ Episcopal Church with telegrams of condolence pouring in from across the country.

Son Osefer Bay Theodore Roosevelt Sagamore Mill Roosevelt James Ames White House Maj Theodore Roosevelt, Jr Capt Kermit Roosevelt G. W. Fucter Oyster Bay Colonel Roosevelt Sagamore Hill Roosevelt Hospital

Colonel Roosevelts Plea for Americanism Amid War Aftermath

New York January 7 Colonel Roosevelt delivered a message read at an all American Defense Society concert urging continued defense of Americanism. He urged immigrants to assimilate fully, warned against divided allegiance, and called for one flag one language and total loyalty to the United States.

New York Roosevel American Defense Society Hippodrome Henry C. Quimby Iersage America Elso

Wilson's Paris Return After Italy Visit

President Wilson returns to the United States around February 12 for congressional sessions then plans to travel back to France after March 4 to attend the peace conference. He emphasizes durable peace guided by working people and pledges to address Congress on war settlement and postwar guarantees.

Paris Wilson United States Congress France

Milan Welcomes President With City Hall Stop and Royal Palace Visit

In Milan crowds packed streets as the president’s motorcar moved slowly along the march route. He was received at the city hall, granted the freedom of the city, then went to the royal palace for delegations before dining at La Scala.

Milan Royal Palace la Scala

Probe of Wreck Charges on Northern Pacific Transport

Navy department will conduct a thorough investigation into charges that army officers and troops aboard the stranded Northern Pacific vessel went ashore due to neglect of duty by naval officers in charge. Secretary Daniels announced the probe, prompted by post New Year’s celebrations.

Washington Northern Pacific Navy Department

Capital City in Mourning for Roosevelt Death

Both houses of Congress adjourned as a mark of respect after adopting resolutions of regret at Colonel Roosevelts death and provided for committees to attend the funeral. The event stirred the capital with universal regret at the passing of a great figure in the nations life.

Washington Congress Roosevelt

Two Russian Chiefs Killed In Moscow Dispatches

Stockholm reports General Brusi lof former commander in chief of the Russian armies killed in Moscow. A Bergen dispatch says General Kuropatkin who led in the Russo Japanese war was murdered. Bolsheviki deny responsibility for the death.

Stockholm Brusilof Moscow Bergen Kuropatkin Bolsheviki

Duchess Marie Adelaide to quit Luxemburg on politics unrest

Paris reports Grand Duchess Marie Adelaide plans to leave Luxemburg due to the political situation. The Matin cites a reliable source saying conditions have become favorable for her departure.

Luxemburg Paris Marie Adelaide of

Coup in Berlin intensifies Allied Berlin occupation questions

Amsterdam reports a coup d etat in Berlin with Spartacus group seizure of Wolff bureau offices and several major newspapers. Paris notes growing urgency for Allied occupation as Germany fails to meet armistice conditions and questions the legitimacy of the Berlin government amid unrest.

Amsterdam Berlin Spartacus Wolff Bureau Spartanexas Vorwaerts Unter den Linden Oranienburg Spartacans Paris Germany Deutsche Tageszeitung

Bolshevik Ultimatum Threat to German Command

The notes report a Bolshevik ultimatum to the German command in the region. The ultimatum states that German troops must oppose the Bolshevik advance and reoccupy Valk and Weden or risk the Entente entering Germany. The account references factions and regional positions amid the broader conflict.

Fnces Russia Valk and Weden Germany

McAdoo Stays in America Over Europe Peace Talks

President Wilson and William G. McAdoo discussed potential travel to Europe to help with peace settlement finances but decided against it. McAdoo believed treasury officials already in Europe could advise on foreign exchange and related matters, making his presence unnecessary.

Washington William G. McAdoo Europe

Death of Theodore Roosevelt Sent Across Atlantic

Washington dispatch reports President Wilson was informed of Theodore Roosevelt's death. Secretary Tumulty ordered White House flags at half staff and directed all public buildings in Washington to follow the same display in reverent mourning.

Washington Col Theodore Roosevelt Atlantic Ocean Wilson Europe Tumulty White House

Elect Albanian Congress Delegates Elected in Boston

In Boston on January 7 the American Albanian congress chose delegates to present Albania's claims to the peace conference.

Boston Albania

Kaiser May Again Rule in Germany Heads Move to Restore

Amsterdam reports a strong movement in Germany to restore Kaiser Wilhelm to the throne. Addresses for signatures circulate for his exile at Amerongen ahead of his January 27 birthday. Propaganda bands urge support while opponents warn of epidemics foreign occupation and poor crops.

Amsterdam Germany Kaiser Wilhelm Amerongen Janary Wilhelm Deutsch Tages Zeitung Count Zu Reventlow Hohenzollern Ebert

Aviator Lang Arrested Over Record Flight Disclosure

London on January 7 the aviator Captain Lang who set a new air route record of five hundred feet was placed under arrest by British army authorities for disclosing unauthorized details of his climb.

London Lang Evening News

Kaiser’s Son Lands Job With Benz Auto Firm

Berlin dispatch reports Prince August Wilhelm fourth son of the former Kaiser has secured employment with the Benz Automobile company. In Clinton Ohio the record low temperature hit 26 degrees below zero as a cold wave advances.

Copenhagen Jan. T Prince August Wilhelm Kaiser The Benz Automobile Company Berlin

Civil War Breaks Out in Germany Berlin Streets

Civil unrest sparks barricades as violent clashes erupt in Berlin streets. Reportedly antigovernment factions engage in street battles causing widespread disruption and casualties. Authorities cite heightened security measures and ongoing firefights.

Germany

Liebknecht Leads Revolution in Berlin As Civil War Begins

Copenhagen report says Berlin is in state of anarchy with banks barricaded and Spartacus forces in control. Liebknecht, radical socialist leader, heads armed workers as machine gun fire echoes through the city and residents flee.

Copenhagen Spartacus Liebknecht

President Wilson Sends Condolences on Roosevelt Death

Oyster Bay January 7 Mrs Theodor Roosevelt received a cable of sympathy from President Wilson expressing heartfelt condolences on the death of her distinguished husband. The note says the news shocked the president.

Wilson Oyster Bay Theofore Roosevelt President Wilson

Germans Flee From Alsace Colmar Dispatch Details Emigration

Colmar Alsace sees a wave of German departures as residents flee to Germany. Names include Moe Muntzinger widow of a noted barrister, photographer Volkmann, District Judge Richard, Mme von Mellenthin and daughter, and Professor Cnelsee famed as Professor Kuntehke. Also listed are professors two doctors a judge of an appeal court and the military governor granted permission to leave Metz with furniture to be sent later.

Voris Colmar Alsace Germany Temps Moe. Muntzinger Herr Volkmann Richard Mme, von Mellenthin Cnelsee Kuntehke Hensel Metz

Poles Capture Lawica Airdrome in Posen Fight

A dispatch from Posen reports Polish forces stormed the Lawica airdrome near Posen, seizing the German garrison and all aircraft after fierce fighting.

Lawica Battie Amsterdam Jan Posen Pollah Treppa

Real Soldiers to Staff Ohio Governor Cox Inauguration

Columbus Ohio January 6 real heroes will staff Gov James M Cox during his inauguration for a second term on January 13 wounded soldiers from overseas will replace the usual gold braided officers on the executive staff. The men come from Camp Sherman where they are convalescing.

Columbus James M. Cox Ohio Camp Sherman

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