May Takes T A Back Barnes Makes First Move
A Washington dispatch says Col Roosevelt may rejoin the Republican fold via the national committee meeting. Four cities Chicago St Louis Philadelphia San Francisco compete for hosting the convention with Barnes stating Roosevelt will head the big four delegation if agreeable. Harmony efforts aim to unite factions against Wilson and the Democratic administration.
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Kaiser presides at great war council on eastern front
Copenhagen correspondent reports a major war council presided by the Kaiser at German headquarters on the eastern front. Gen von Falkenhayn and Field Marshals von Mackensen and von Hindenburg attended with their staffs, along with Turkish and Bulgarian staffs and several princes. The prior conference last week saw Crown Princes of Bulgaria, Saxony and Württemberg present, with only the German crown prince absent.
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LACE ADVICES FROM PEKING REPORTED CHINA THRONE OFFER
Chinese legation and State Department had no reliable confirmation on Yuan Shi Kai’s acceptances or declination of the throne. US officials only had one word and a legation dispatch stated Yuan declined the crown, while press reports suggest a second offer was accepted.
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Will Adopt War Orphans In Germany War Orphans Plan
A Merlin based movement, reported via Times from Amsterdam, urges adoption of thousands of fatherless children by elderly couples who lost sons to war. A Berlin advocate leads the effort to push Prussian authorities to introduce a special registration to meet the case.
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Kaiser disavows Rintelen actions to U.S. law
German Ambassador Von Bernstorff announced his government disavows Capt. Franz von Rintelen and says no instructions existed to violate U.S. law. Rintelen, jailed in the Tower of London, faced charges of funding strikes, aiding a counterrevolution in Mexico, and backing Labor's National Peace Council, while aiming to return to Germany.
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6500 Prisoners Reported As Austro Hungarians Advance
Berlin says Austro Hungarians captured more than 6500 prisoners and 40 guns in the Albanian border mountains during two days. French and British troops retreat toward the Greek frontier after defeats cited by a German army headquarters statement.
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Allies Retreat Forces Reinforced To Balk Bulgaria
British and French troops withdraw from southern Serbia toward Salonika amid Greek balancing acts and fears of railway destruction by French engineers. Casualties reach about 1,500 with eight field guns left behind as the fleet shifts to fortify Salonika. Kavala division reports and German Bulgarian bombardments continue.
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Rabbi Meyer Elkin Dead In Hartford Hospital
Hartford, Dec 12 Rabbi Meyer Elkin a renowned New England rabbi died in a hospital tonight after an operation. He was 15 years old and born in Germany where he was educated.
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G O P to Welcome T B R Allies Retreat in Balkans
The item notes a Republican to welcome leaders as Allies retreat in the Balkans and includes references to Daniels pressing battleships and sharp demands on Austria. It lists various page items including suffrage, bonds, and political rally coverage.
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Spies Condemned to Death in France Report
Paris reports dated December 12 state that in wartime France 65 from court martial were condemned to death and 34 to penal servitude amid 785 interior arrests. Foreigners faced expulsion and numerous nationals were counted in camps, with extensive restrictions and detentions across Paris and the interior.
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Escape Death by Villa Sent Cavalry After Party
A chaotic incident at a villa party ended with a cavalry unit deployed to restore order after revelers allegedly breached safety protocols. No serious injuries reported, though guests described a tense scene as sirens approached and security intervened. Local authorities are reviewing footage and statements.
Bulgars Enter Greece in Pursuit Feared Crossing
A Saloniki dispatch reports Greek officials warn that if Bulgarian forces cross the Greek frontier in pursuit of allied troops, the Greek army would retire to avoid contact. Turkish troops reportedly linked with the Bulgars are said to have joined near Gevgelija, amid fears of wider front. Meanwhile 30 American workers and families flee Minera and Madera after Villa’s forces threaten to kill all Americans in retaliation for U.S. stance. They reach the border near Juarez exhausted but safe after rapid escape.
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Von Mackensen Gets Praise From Kaiser In War Note
A Rotterdam dispatch quotes a Kaiser letter to Field Marshal Mackensen praising his army. The message lauds unity with Austria and Bulgaria, notes a swift victory after crossing a great river, and says the enemy’s capital fell while fronts collapsed. The Kaiser vows never to forget the debt owed to Mackensen and his leading troops.
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Greece Refuses Demobilization of Forces in Saloniki
London reports Greece will not demobilize but will withdraw silver troops from Saloniki only on a division. Entente allies push to continue the Saloniki operation after Athens negotiations. Greek shipping embargo remains in place and grain shipments are still blocked in allied ports.
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Calls Officer Self Slain Not Murdered by Spy
Honolulu cablegram declares Lieut. Col. Bromwell did not die at the hands of a Japanese spy. The report says there is absolutely no foundation for murder charges and authorities are satisfied it was death by his own actions.
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United States Demands on Austria Over Ancona Sinking
Note from the United States to Austria-Hungary accuses the Austro-Hungarian navy of wanton slaughter by sinking the Italian steamship Ancona on November 7. It demands punishment of the submarine commander and indemnity for American victims, stating the act is condemned by the world as inhumane.
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U Boat Causes Delay in Austria Ancona Inquiry Report
Vienna reports that Austria cannot provide a reply to the American inquiry on the Ancona sinking due to difficulty contacting the submarine. Ambassador Penfield’s November 18 note awaits a response as the crew and submarine commander details are reviewed. Berlin commentary questions new maritime law implications from the U S note and the Ancona case.
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United States Demands Prompt Action From Austria in Ancona Case
The United States formally demands Austria-Hungary denounce the Ancona attack, punish the officer, and pay indemnity for Americans killed or injured. The note, handed to Vienna via Ambassador Penfield, marks a decisive shift to enforce redress and threatens ending diplomatic relations if unmet. Washington awaits Austria’s reply within a set timeframe as officials weigh next steps.
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