1918 Turning Point When Liberty Won Victory Over Tyranny
A solemn 1918 reflection hails the year as a turning point in world history. It recalls March 21 when the German emperor led a mighty army against France and England, foreshadowing doom for liberty before American and Allied resistance revived hope. The text lauds France, Britain, and the United States, praising their unity and sacrifice until Germany’s power collapsed.
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France
England
Hohenzollerna
Russia
Hohenzollern
Wurmabers
German Empire
Europe
Asia
United States of America
America
Canada
Germany
Potsdam
Wilson as UNC President At $20408 Salary Considered
The report notes Woodrow Wilson may be named president of the University of North Carolina at a salary of 20408 annually funded by a bequest from Harry M. Plagler’s estate. It mentions Wilson’s potential interest and broader speculation about his future after his term, including writing a history or returning to Princeton. Diverse political opinions on his private life and future are expected as the next Democratic national convention nears.
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University of North Carolina
Woodrow Wilson
Butt la
North Carolina
Widge
Harry M. Plagler
Wilson
Ito
Princeton
Debates Over Revenue Bill Riders in Congress
Objections surface to riders in the revenue bill with provisions on dry District of Columbia, child labor, and retroactive campaign contribution taxes. Lawmakers from both parties warn such riders threaten timely enactment and urge passage on merit to avoid delays in 1918 tax measures.
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DMI Ag
Chaitthan Bitchin
Dhiora
Tidera
District of Columbia
Interstate
Sammerea
Ishor
House
Jast Congress
Supreme Court
Germans Attack Poles and Poland’s Independence Amid Armistice Strain
A German push against Polish forces in Posen tests the 14 points peace basis and Allied will. Marshal Foch may deploy troops to quell German resistance as Poland seeks an independent state with sea access, while German officers resist the new order and threaten further violence. The article questions acceptance of Allied terms and unpacks the broader peace dilemma.
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Fosen
Marshal Foch
Wilson
Poand
Poland
United States
Congress
Ukraine
Germany
Alligg
2000 MEN NEEDED FOR SEA TRAINING FOR MERCHANT MARINE
Two thousand young Americans are called to join merchant marine training programs announced by the shipping board. Immediate enlistment required as rapid deployment needs ship crews within a few weeks. Strong demand emphasizes urgency for qualified mariners to serve United States vessels.
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United States
Bard
Epreovensgis
Italian royal and papal tales mingle with war era intrigues
Fragmentary narrative weaves Italian royal lineage, World War I front service by Dalla Chiese relatives, and calls for the return of German looted astronomical instruments from Potsdam to Beijing. It also traces Franco-Italian royal ties, French ambulance leaders, and late 19th century Paris Opera murder context.
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Rompha
Mugen
Eldpet
Marthag
Benadtet
P Addeter
Benedic Xyet
Della Chigny
A.ughter
Officers’ Training School
Turin
Pons
Farr Siog
Dalla Chiese
Benedict XI
Te Saay
Haya
Ferdinand de Frucigny-Lucinge
Colteny
Victor Emmanuel
Bertrand
Charles I
France
Digz
Duc de Berry
Charles
Louvel
Paris Opera
Hima
Amy Brown
Hig
Louis Kvih
Comtes @Artoig
Charles X
Senate War Debates Shape Peace Treaty and Policy
Senators discuss postwar aims criticizing government secrecy over Russia policy. Debates cover liberty of information, war debts, and international policing. House leaders clash over calendar and conference actions as Secretary Daniels testifies on naval build program and U S stance on a league of nations.
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Chayybaraim
McKallar
Tennessee
Wilson
Townsend
Michigan
Russia
Johnson
California
United States
Genstor Hitabcesk
Genergl Burlesan
Congress
Mexico
Benetor Henderson
Nevada
Veader Kitchin
Senate
House
Luan
New York
Doolittle
Hansays
Berlin
Germany
Daniels
Naval Committee
League of Nations
Denmark Observes Blockade Critique From Ex Attache
In The Washington Post December 29 an Ex Attache repeats unfounded charges against Denmark s neutrality and reexport claims. British blockade minister Lord Cecil refutes the accusation, defending Denmark s conduct and urging no modification to its neutral policy amid Allied interests.
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Washington Post
Denmark
Pnserts
Robert Cecil
Niamaieaty
Moliter
America
Ce Brun
Newmark
New Raise for Rail Key Men and Telegraphers
Railway workers gain a new wage order from Director General Mysdeog retroactive to October 1. The plan replaces Sunday and holiday counts with an eight hour day plus overtime at time and a half. Vacation pay is replaced by a 2 cent hourly increase. Applies to all railroads.
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Sete Cass Pot
Algo
Afl
Prentices
Intercity Train Schedules From Major U S Cities
Timetables list departure times for routes from Atlanta Baltimore Boston Chicago Cincinnati Cleveland Columbus Denver Indianapolis Jacksonville Louisville Memphis New Orleans New York Philadelphia Pittsburgh Richmond St. Louis and more. Services show morning and evening options with multiple daily trains across B and O, PRR, PBR lines and others.
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Feqing
Jenving
Gil Pelde Weat- Srenges
Cueratl- Fonda
Atlanta
S. EK
Baltimore
Boston
Defrof
P. FR
Tnpianapolis
Les
Lovis Jacksonville
Floripa
Alta
Louisville
M. Memphis
New Orleans
B. BR
P.m
New York
B&o
Philadelphia
PBR
Pittsburgh
Richmond
ST Louis
PR. BR
Army orders send officers to duty and reliefs in New York Paris
Major Butler is retrieved from Bellevue Hospital New York and will report at Walter Reed Hospital for temporary duty. Captain G Munn is relieved from duties as assistant to the military attache Paris and will report to the chief of staff for assignment with the military intelligence division. Brig Gen A A Bries leave extended thirteen days. Captain C Garrison reassigned to Walter Reed Hospital duties. Brig Gen J Lo Hayden granted nine days leave.
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Butler
Bellevue Hospital
New York
Pergon
Walter Reed Hospital
G. Munn
Paris
France
Big City
Military Intelligence
A A Bries
C. Garrison
Committee On Education and Special Training
Rye Days
J Lo Hayden
War Savings Campaign Opens Jan 17 1919
National war savings drive will be launched with a January 17 celebration, marking Benjamin Franklin’s birthday. Harold Braddock, new national director, outlines organizing thousands of savings drives in industry, offices, business homes, churches, and communities to promote thrift and aim for 2 000 800 000 dollars in stamps for the year. Secretary Glass urges continuous effort, noting government bills remain high and patriotism must persist after the war.
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Benjamin Franklin
War Savings
Harold Braddock
War Savings Movement
Braddock
Business Hongen
Cacerve
Glass
United States
U. S. Ship Insurance Ends Editorial Note
Secretary Glass announced the end of U S ship insurance after January due to the armistice and reduced war hazards to shipping. The order does not affect insurance applications received and accepted before January 4.
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Janus
Segmen
Glasp
Glass
Executive duties shifted to interim secretary in campaign
The commission relinquishes executive functions after January 3 with Secretary Berkeley stating the post will pass to Frederick P. Keppel. The commission remains a deliberative body advising Keppel, while many duties continue under his guidance and training camp activity is noted.
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Sig Executivg
Bekerly
Raymond
Fosdick
Sphied—Assistent—Secresary
et-Wer
Preterick
Keppel
Bema Pilligtion
Timely Topics Amid War Readjustment Discussion
Capital visitors discuss postwar prospects in the South as Georgia Republican leaders urge stabilizing wages, farm production, and road development. Menry Jackson of Ausata warns against panic while urging labor cooperation and a peaceful readjustment from war to peace, with emphasis on food supply and highway building. Road programs and employment for returning soldiers feature alongside reflections on Civil War casualties and judge advocates.
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Menry Jackson
Ausata
Republican Rational Committee For
Georgia
Willard
Jackson
America
Mr. Jackson
Cour
Peace Basin
South
Atlanta
Utah
Raidolmen Bamberger
Washington
Jutlan
Rhoss Moat
Forces to Bring Home War Material From German Front
Secretary Baker announces that all war materiel captured by American forces will be brought home for disposition. The haul includes 1,400 guns and mortars captured from Germans, with more than 3,499 guns and trench mortars listed among the prizes, awaiting transport and final accounting.
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Baker
Constanol
Pittega Ae Wading Woos
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