Senate approves District saloon abolition bill 55 to 32
The Sheppard measure abolishes saloons and bars manufacture or sale of intoxicants in the District effective after November 1, 1917, while allowing import for personal use. Referendum on prohibition was rejected by a 43 to 43 tie. House action expected before adjournment.
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Dutch Aid Not Asked Envoy Issues a Statement
The Hague January 8 report quotes Henry Van Dyke saying President Wilson's note of December 18 was handed to the Dutch foreign minister as information with no request for support. He stresses the Netherlands’ delicate position and confirms no Washington instruction on how to deliver the note. The note did not offer mediation. it asked belligerents to state terms they would accept for peace. Teutons politely decline, while the Entente outlines their terms more clearly, leaving peace talks deadlocked until both sides speak frankly.
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Ensign Pollner Abandons Atlantic Flight Plan
Copenhagen report says Ensign Pollner renounces crossing the Atlantic in an airplane. He had planned a July start but cites lack of a sufficiently powerful motor as the reason. The item references Coast Line’s Florida Special and other rail notes from Dagebladt.
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Russians Recapture Island of Glaudon in Riga Front
Russian forces regain the island of Glaudon north of Titaksi from German troops after a surprise attack. They also repulse counter assaults and report Russian gains on the west bank of the Dvina are checked amid heavy snow.
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Entente to Intensify Coordination After Rome Talks
Paris reports Briand stating allied leaders agreed on strict reserve about decisions yet united in purpose to heighten coordination of efforts. Exchanges of material and men will be methodical and regular as Greece and Macedonian front operations are aligned under Sarrail and Cadorna, with Britain, Russia, France and Italy pursuing a single policy toward Saloniki.
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Entente Ultimatum to Greece Over Rebels Cited
Piraeus notes Greece must curb revolutionary activity within 48 hours as entente powers demand troops outside Peloponnesus be reduced and reservist meetings north of Corinth banned. The note calls for releases of political detainees and apologies from the Greek government while Athens shows withdrawal of troops from Thessaly nearing completion.
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Russian line pressed as Roumanian positions fall back
Berlin reports severe resistance by Russo-Roumanians as Teutons push north toward Suchitza and Kasino valleys. Fokshani captured, Sereth front threatened. Moscow and London dispatch describe heavy fighting around Putna and Sereth rivers, with Galenska taken and 5,400 prisoners.
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Germany to define stand amid midmonth Reichstag session
Amsterdam dispatch reports German Chancellor von Bethmann-Hollweg may issue a key declaration around mid January. The entente reply to President Wilson is awaited. After Italian contents are known, the Reichstag will define Germanys position and address neutrals who backed Wilsons proposals.
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Spanish Cabinet Decides to Stay in Power
King Alfonso held a long conference with Premier Count De Romanones. The king expressed full confidence and urged the premier to remain in power, so the cabinet will resume duties with the same ministers. A Madrid dispatch notes the crisis stemmed from parliamentary difficulties and Wilson peace notes, but the cabinet offered resignation after the note was settled.
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Villa forces executed after Jiminez defeat report
Reports from American officers say Villa's main column moved toward Satevo while Murguia's forces near Jiminez and Parral. Villa supposedly hid 400,000 pesos in the Parral mines and plans another attack on Chihuahua City within a week. authorities confirm 500 Villistas captured at Jiminez were executed, with 13 railroad workers among the dead, according to refugees. A band attacked a southbound train near Juarez, killing several passengers. Carranza troops under Gen Maycott entered Torreon, routing Villa’s forces there.
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Zepellins for U S Army to be Built Under Joint Direction
Secretary Daniels announces start of work on large American airships similar to Zeppelins. A joint army navy board will oversee construction with six officers and equal funding from aero naval appropriations. The project follows a recommen dation by a dual-service committee and aims to fast track lighter-than-air craft.
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Silent sentinels to picket White House for suffrage aid
A delegation of 300 suffragists from the Congressional Union met President Wilson to plead for the Susan B Anthony amendment. He voiced surprise and refused any pledge, citing party leadership. Beginning today twelve silent sentinels will stand before the White House gates, six east and six west, representing states with and without suffrage as part of a mild militant campaign.
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Dry District Bill Passes Amid Scrutiny
A crowded session yields passage of a district bill described as "dry" by opponents. Supporters argue it clarifies local governance while critics warn of unintended economic impacts on businesses and residents.
Serbian Minister Arrives in New York
Ljoubomir Michailovitch recently appointed Serbia's first minister to the United States arrived in New York aboard the steamship St Paul from Liverpool. He is accompanied by Alexandre Georgevitch who will serve as secretary of the legation.
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Russian Premier Trepoff Resigns In Cabinet Shakeup
London Jan 10 Reuters says Russian premier Alexander Trepoff has resigned along with minister of public instruction Count Ignatieff. Prince Golitzine is named premier and Kultchitsky becomes minister of public instruction. Deputy foreign minister Nerate, a council of the empire member, is noted in the reshuffle.
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Widow seeks inquiry into D Antin death aboard train
The death of Luis D Antin an American citizen at San Luis Potosi while traveling with Eliseo Arredondo arrives as a mystery. The widow asks the State Department to investigate and officials say inquiries would be made if requested. D Antin long served as chancellor at the American embassy in Mexico City and was recently attached to the Mexican embassy here. He reportedly suffered headaches before leaving the United States for Mexico City and to accompany Arredondo.
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Berlin to host 74 racing days in 1917 season
Berlin authorities sanction the 1917 racing program totaling 74 days across five tracks. A larger number of horses is anticipated as the daily program increases to six races, marking the third war season.
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End of Leak Inquiry Nearing End With New Charges Hinted
The House investigation into the alleged leak moves forward amid defiance by Thomas W Lawson who promises to name officials. Four contempt motions loom as Baruch Sabin and Kahn deny linked accusations. Lawson accuses higher ups but offers few explicit names. Baruch denies tips, Sabin arrives from Europe as Wood’s charges unfold. The hearing continues with responses from witnesses including A Curtis and Allen Curtis letters.
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