Armistice Terms Force Austro Hungary Surrenders
Allied armistice terms announce the complete demobilization of the Austro-Hungarian army the surrender of half the artillery and equipment and the occupation of key strategic points by American and allied forces. Austria-Hungary must evacuate invaded territories and allow free use of railways for operations against Germany under Marshal Foch supervision.
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United States of America
King Charles to Abdicate Amid Vienna Unrest
Rioting and shop looting continue in Vienna as Emperor Karl tells cabinet and party leaders he will abdicate and reside in Switzerland. Budapest reports a Hungarian food blockade against Germany and orders for soldiers to lay down arms as negotiations with the enemy are urged.
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Supreme Court declines new trial for draft evader Sugar
Washington November 1 The Supreme Court refused to review the case of Maurice Sugar publisher of the Michigan Socialist convicted of refusing to register under the selective service act.
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Armistice Terms Agreed Unanimously to End War
Allied and United States representatives in France agreed unanimously on armistice terms for Germany. If accepted, Germany will surrender and end the war, with final peace terms dictated by the victors. The Austrian surrender underscores the severity of the conditions.
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Italy and Allies Report Massive Austria-Hungary Losses
Official dispatches from Rome and Vienna recount Italian and allied advances in northern Italy. About 100000 Austro-Hungarians captured and more than 2200 guns seized, with Trieste landing operations and Tagliamento crossings enhancing the push against Austria-Hungary. Hostilities described as ceasing in the theater.
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Russia Likely to Stop Indemnity Payments to Germany
Copenhagen reports Russia will refuse further indemnity payments to Germany after two installments. The Frankfurt Gazette notes Russia halted gold and banknote transfers, implying she will not pay the final portion of the indemnity.
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Wilson Sends Congratulatory Message to Italian King
President Wilson issues a formal note to the king of Italy expressing deep joy at Italy's defeat of its enemies and extending enthusiastic congratulations to the Italian people on their “self” delivered from danger.
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Yanks Advance In France Press Reports
The First American army reports twelve miles of rapid advance on an eight mile front near Verdun and Montmedy. More than five thousand prisoners taken and twenty villages captured as troops push toward Sedan and Meuse targets with diverse U S units in action.
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Americans Continue Pursuit Across Belgian Front
American forces advance through Belval wood toward the Meuse while patrols extend to Autruche Bri eulles sur Bar and Montigny Devant Sassy. French and American troops establish Scheldt bridge heads at Welden and Nederesname as Ghent reports capture.
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Russian minister urges Czech troops quit Russia
Tehitcherin telegrams Prague to allow Czech Slovak troops to return home after laying down arms and guarantees their safety, the Vienna Journal reports from Amsterdam on November 5.
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Italians Rally Around U S Sailors in Rome Victory Celebration
Joyful Romans cheered American officers and sailors amid torchlight processions after Italy and allies won victory over Austria-Hungary. Ambassadors were greeted and a committee conveyed gratitude to President Wilson while crowds praised the Allied cause and joined workers in celebration.
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German People to Punish Kaiser Threatens Quick Justice
Washington dispatch says German people will mete out punishment to the Kaiser and Prussian war lords for crimes of the last four years in a summary manner as advised by diplomats.
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Germans of Berlin Still Scrappy in War Struggle
Berlin residents maintain defiant stance amid ongoing conflict as shortages and morale tests persist. Local reports describe stubborn resilience, continued civilian effort, and mistrust of leadership as air raids and rationing shape daily life.
Reds Hunting Peace Marshal Foch Will Hand Peace Terms
The dispatch reports demonstrations in Berlin on Sunday urging continued war. Pan German factions advocate a humiliating peace as the remedy, with resistance to accepting terms seen as the preferred path to victory.
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Evening Journal
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Bolsheviks Seek Allied Peace Amid Coming Judgment
Report from Copenhagen dated November 5 indicates the Bolshevik government has asked the allies for peace. The move suggests the Bolsheviks recognize the changing tide and anticipate an eventual reckoning for their actions.
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Evening Journal
Copenhagen
British Capture Le Quesnoy With 1000 German Garrison
British forces seized Le Quesnoy in a dramatic advance from London with a German garrison estimated at about 1000 troops and large supply caches.
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Evening Journal
London
le Quesnoy
French Open Major Assault Along Forty Mile Front
Special to Eventing Journal. Paris reports a large French attack today along a forty mile line at the western front from the Peron river to the Aisne.
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Americans advance three miles on twenty mile front
London dispatch reports American forces between the Aisne and the Meuse making a three mile gain on a twenty mile front. The key Stenay Gap area was closed with the capture of La Neville, marking a major German setback.
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Allied terms to be presented to German command via Marshal Foch
Special dispatch from Washington reports that allied armistice terms will be delivered to the German high command through Marshal Foch in the field.
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Evening Journal
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Marshall Foch
Daniel Willard to France as engineer colonel
Daniel Willard chairman of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad was named as a colonel of engineers for duty in France. The French government seeks American railway experience as the AEF relies on French railways, with the appointment said to be at General Pershing’s suggestion.
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Cleneral Pershing
Yanks Bag 124 Planes In Verdun Front Drive
American airmen report 121 German planes shot down over three days with 29 missing as bombardment squadrons hit ammunition dumps and transports near Verdun while engaging at low altitude. The force is praised for courage and effectiveness in the ongoing front drive.
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