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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1918

Page

8

Americans See Vast Contrast in Occupied Germany

Special wireless dispatch reports the American army of occupation in Germany progressing without incident near Treves. The text notes a contrast between German misery in occupied France and Belgium and relative stability in Luxemburg, with troops concentrated on the frontier and moving forward.

Germany France Belgium Luxemburg London Times Washington Post The Public Ledger Co Treves Third Army

Americans Enter Treves In Quiet, Businesslike Manner

Khaki-clad troops moved into Treves with no pomp, their arrival contrasted with ruined Belgium and France. Locals, though dressed neatly, show no visible hardship, while allied prisoners in ragged dress march on toward expectation of repatriation as seven British officers trek 54 miles in 26 hours.

Treves Rhine Belgium France Luxemburg Germany Mhbritishs Army of Occupation

Big Overcoat Sale At Friedlander Bros In Washington

Victors arrived as Old Man Winter neared with Friedlander Bros at 428 Ninth street northwest announcing a historic sale. Large stock of overcoats and suits priced from 15 to 50 dollars with wide selection of tandels fabrics and sizes, urging early shoppers to pick before stocks vanish.

Victors Winter Friedlander Bros Ninth Street Northwest Washington

American Army Occupation Impression and German Disintegration

The observer describes occupying troops marching in mud with varied headgear and rifles, praising their vigor and generosity toward civilians. It notes potential German disintegration, inflation of peace, and the risk of exploitation by occupants while praising American chivalry and civilian profit in occupied areas.

Army of Occupation Germany

Battleships to Attend Baltimore Naval Pageant

Three battleships along with 12 submarine chasers and 7 destroyers are to sail to Baltimore for the Southern Commercial Congress meeting next week. Secretary Daniels said the squadron will arrive Saturday and stay until December 16, under Rear Admiral H A Wiley with ships including Iown Indiana and Massachusetts and destroyers Mahan Robinson Craven Radford Reese Walke and Dorsey. A naval pageant is set for December 12.

Baltimore Southern Commercial Congress Daniels H A. Wiley Iown Indiana Massachusetts Mahan Robinson Cravan Radford Reese Walke Dorsey

How Doctors Treat Colds and Grippe Calotabs Ad

Physicians once advised a brisk calomel purge for colds and grippe but now prefer Calotabs a safe improved nausea free tablet. One Calotab at bedtime with water ends sickness next morning the system feels refreshed. Calotabs cost thirty five cents and are sold in sealed packages with druggist refund if not satisfied.

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Russian Reds to Ad Press Denounces Misrule

The German press laments misrule with councils unable to administer. Berlin and Brussels reports cite burning of documents and chaos as delegates withdraw amid accusations of terrorism. Francesco Quattrone and Gino Bull of the Italian mission head to Paris for the peace conference.

Bavaria Berlin Baden Alace-Lorraine Volkszeitung Francesco Quattrone United States Paris Gino Bull

Ordination Highlights Maryland Lutheran Synod Closing

The Maryland Lutheran Synod wraps its ninety ninth annual meeting in Frostburg with the ordination of Rev. M. L. Rudisill of Gerrardstown as a 60 year old minister. Memorial services honored five deceased ministers including Rev. Richard Schmidt. John Weetdly notes the Lutheran Home for the Aged in Washington is filled with a large waiting list and calls for its enlargement. The synod reports 2368 members in the army and navy and 40 deaths, concluding early after two days of a three day session.

Washington Post Cumberland Maryland Lutheran Synod Frostburg M. L. Rudisill Gerrardstown W. Va United Brethren Church Richard Schmidt Washington John Weetdly R. M. Zimmerman Baltimore

Chase 2 convicts after 35 mile pursuit in Virginia

Danville reports T J Hayes with twelve guards and two bloodhounds capturing James P Duty and William Parker after a 35 mile chase from a convict camp near here. They escaped irons, admitted robbing W B R Dodd at Hinesville, burning the store to cover the crime, causing $15 000 damage.

Washington Post Danville T. J. Hayes Here James P. Duty William Parker Martinsville W. BR. Dodd Hinesville

Deaths and notices from Alexandria area

Misa Laura Eliza Smoot daughter of the late James E. Smoot dies after prolonged illness at Alexandria Hospital. She is survived by two sisters and funeral at 2 30 this afternoon from 1003 King Street with burial in Methodist Protestant Cemetery. Clyde C Lamond to host an oyster roast for Christ Episcopal Church Bible Class at 7 30 in parish hall. Final decrees for divorce on grounds of desertion granted in corporation court. Dor othy Martyn widow of Raymond M Martyn dies in Alexandria Hospital. body to be sent to Charlottesville for burial.

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Deaths in France and near homes mark war toll

Special to the Washington Post reports Lieut. Stanley L. Cochrane of Crisfield is killed during an air raid over German lines at age 23. Alfred Wharton of Crisfield, 26, dies of wounds in France. Olga Burk, 24, a gas expert with Company A Fourth Infantry, killed in action. James Clarence Kesser, 26, of Parkersburg, dead in action. John Robertson, 28, killed in France November 4. Wilford Garner, 21, dies in action. Marion E Hood, 67, farmer near Germantown passes away at home. Surviving family details noted.

Washington Post Crisfield Stanley L. Cochrane A. B. Cochrane Cochrane Aviation Corps Charles Wharton Crisfeld War Department Alfred France Hagerstown W. Burk Olga Burk Fourth Infantry Parkersburg W. Va Rose A. Besser James Clarence Kesser 128Th Infantry Fairmont John Robertson Martinsville J. H. Garner Wilford Columbus Barracks

Grain, Butter and Poultry Markets Reported Prices

Baltimore markets show mixed prices for butter eggs poultry and grain. Butter creamery Western prints and nearby creamery extras range up to 66 cents firsts, while eggs and poultry list varied by region and weight. corn oats and barley priced in New York Norfolk and Chicago markets, with corn at 1.45 for various yellow grades and oats around 0.73 to 0.81 in White and standard varieties.

Chicago Baltimore Paris New York

Live Stock Prices and Range for Chicago Market

Crazy, partial figures show hogs trading around 16.90 to 17.60 and sowing throwouts near 16.80. Cattle ranges list beef steers 14.50 to 18.25 and cows 12.26, while veal calves fetch 17.50 to 18.00. Sheep lambs show 14.25 to 16.25 with varied grades.

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Baltimore Markets Summary of Butter and Poultry Prices

Baltimore reports dairy and poultry listings with regional pricing. Western Maryland and Pennsylvania extras, 1 lb prints, firsts, and dairy prints show varied rates. Poultry prices list young chickens, ducks, geese, and turkeys by weight and variety, with regional references to Maryland Virginia Ohio and nearby states.

Baltimore Maryland Pennsylvania Virginia West Virginia Ohio Pennsylania Southern North Carolina Laree Amooth By Express Ohip Eaggs Express

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