Peace conference woes Rome Russia chaos threatens Europe
Paris notes from February 17 report Allied councils over Romania claims while Russia questions loom. Allies weigh renewing invitations to the Principe talks, with direct Russian faction negotiations possible. Lettish delegates warn of Germany using Bolsheviks to dominate Latvia Lithuania and Ukraine, seeking German influence and troops to suppress independence movements.
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Communiques From Peace Delegates Report German Armistice Terms
Paris feb 17 official statements from the supreme war council report Germany accepting the conditions for renewing the armistice. The next meeting to hear the Serbian delegation. Reparation commission continued examining basis for right to reparation with leaders from Italy Jugoslavia France Belgium. Roumanian territorial claims studied under M tardieu at 10 30 a m with continued examination of Roumania’s claims.
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Withdrawal time nears for Lettish troops warned
The Lettish government warns that keeping German troops in Russian territory risks aiding both German and bolshevist forces. The clause intended to defend against bolshevists seems to have produced the opposite effect, highlighting danger in relying on external troops while Esthonians and Letts await to defend their lands.
Esthonians Gain Victory Over Reds
Special Cable From the London Times reports Leon Trotsky ordering Bolshevist forces in Hethonia and Livonia to strike Narva Pskoff and Volmar fronts with 40 000 troops 100 guns armored trains and Urals air units. The attack follows a Petrograd soviet resolution. Fighting began Saturday as Esthonian forces cleared Esthonia of Bolshevists and gained the initiative amid heavy losses.
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PROMISE 5-CENT BREAD IN NEW YORK DAIRY INQUIRY
New York February 17 restoration of the five cent loaf may come from North Dakota farmers associations supplying flour directly to four New York bakers. Assistant District Attorney Dooling said the offer undercuts prices charged by Western mills alleged to be controlled by large packing interests.
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France urged to be just to U S
Paris February seventeen Deputy Maurice Damous in Le Journal denounces a growing French nationalism that alienates American allies. He warns against indoctrinating friends with claims the armistice terms are unfair, urging closer Franco American unity over disputes of indemnities and territory.
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Senators Break Silence on League Flexes Opposition
Senator Dexter will lead the opposition to Wilsons league plan denouncing it as un American. Senator Reed Democrat Missouri will oppose the principles of surrendering Americas foreign rights. Borah and Kellogg set to speak against the plan as part of a growing Senate campaign for non entanglement. A wave of public sentiment supports American nationalism and deters administration hopes for unity.
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Armistice Renewed As German Terms Accepted
Paris reports Marshal Foch informed the supreme council of German acceptance of armistice renewal terms. Germany must stop offensive moves against Poland and halt crossing the Russian boundary. Notes to Foch included German prisoner releases and economic ties with occupied zones. signing occurred in Foch’s car. Berlin officials vowed to honor old terms and await Wilsonian principles.
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German realist stance voiced in Erzberger letters
A Berlin dispatch via Copenhagen to Central News quotes Mathias Erzberger urging realism. He calls for freedom for German coastal trade and better treatment of Alsace Lorraine's populace, while protesting anew the machinery seizure issue and its investigation.
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Resignation of American Ambassador Sharp noted in Paris
Washington announces the resignation of William Graves Sharp, the American Ambassador to France. Friends in Paris were not surprised as Sharp had asked Wilson to relieve him since November. His weekly cable letters from Paris to Washington detailed public sentiment and cabinet views, aiding the President. Sharp and his wife likely depart for America before March 16.
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Uprisings in Spain Reported Serious
Reports from Spain describe serious disturbances with a hostile demonstration in Grenada protesting government agents. Portuguese monarchist efforts collapsed with Oporto restored to republican authority, leaders arrested, troops dispersed, and heavy fighting casualties reported.
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Swede ship rescues crew of lost schooner off Azores
The schooner Donald G. Hollett of St Johns Nova Scotia, 89 tons, in distress near the Azores, was rescued by Swedish steamer KronprinzG Gustaf commanded by Capt Nyberg. Capt William Courage and six crewmen, saved after bad weather drove the rescue ship south, were brought to Baltimore. The KronprinzG Gustaf faced peril in the rescue as it battled rough seas.
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Wilfrid Laurier Dead at Ottawa
Ottawa reports former Canadian prime minister Sir Wilfrid Laurier died of paralysis in Ottawa. Born 1841 in Saint-Hyacinthe Quebec, he was the only French Canadian premier, led Liberal Party from 1887 to 1911, and supported reciprocity with the United States. He served in federal and provincial roles, helped shape Canada US relations, and twice went to England as a Canadian representative. He died this afternoon in Ottawa.
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Bolshevik Propaganda Threat Aimed at U S Masses
Government release reviews anarchistic propaganda circulated since the war end. It links Bolshevism to German espionage and a planned general strike in shipyards. The document highlights an inflammatory circular urging workers to seize control of yards and wages, warning of widespread terrorism if unaddressed.
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Official home for Ebart. President to reside in Wilhelmsstrasse
Berlin reports the former ministry of the Prussian court on Wilhelmstrasse has been chosen as the future official residence of the President of Germany. The building sits among government offices near August Wilhelm palace and Eulenburg’s former home, and requires extensive repairs. The president and family will stay at the Belleville Palace in the Tiergarten when in Berlin, with state visits planned to Vienna and other federated capitals.
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British Ship Sails Without South African Delegates
The British steamer Durham Cartie sailed from Cape Town to Paris with no SA nationalist delegates aboard after the crew refused to sail if the delegation joined. The incident, tied to the peace conference arrangements, occurred February 17 as the ship departed via Montreal.
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Socialists Carry Austrian Election In 1918
Vienna and Copenhagen dispatches report German Austria elections tilted toward the socialists. The social democrats won a large share in cities including Innsbruck. Tyrol went to the reds, while agrarian districts stayed loyal to the old order. Coalition government likely as no party secured a majority.
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Reds
Germany
Railroads suffer sharp drop in 1918 earnings report
The Interstate Commerce Commission released its final earnings report for 185 leading railroads noting operating revenues of 4.918 billion, up from 1917, but expenses rose to 4.907 billion leaving net operational income about 690 million. Government and federal figures show similar strains, with freight and passenger revenues and overall costs rising sharply amid wartime conditions. In Jamaica, Montego Bay youths call on government to study federation with Canada.
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Padhenger
American and British to withdraw forces from North Russia
The War Department announced that American and allied troops in north Russia will be withdrawn at the earliest spring moment weather permits. Two American railway companies will be dispatched to Murmansk Archangel to improve supply lines and facilitate withdrawal. Britain will send about 2400 soldiers to Archangel. Senator Johnson supported the withdrawal plan stating Congress should have approved the action.
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