Wilson seeks Berlin peace terms amid rising entente hopes
Bitter mood in Central Powers era, with Germany set to state peace proposals if President Wilson requests. Gerard's speech text received. State Department found no criticism. Protests demand halt to deportations. a large petition scroll from Boston citizens sent to the White House.
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New Italian Treaties and Swiss Agreement Reported
Report notes commercial treaties involving Italy and Switzerland announced tonight with terms effective at the close of business. Mentions Japan and Roumatsa and suggests broader European alignment amid global settlement moves.
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Kaiser's Proclamation Declares Victory Sure
Amsterdam reports the official Berlin publication of Kaiser Wilhelm I's proclamation. The emperor accuses enemies of masking peace offers, vows Germany’s iron resolve, and pledges sacrifices to secure victory and freedom for Europe.
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Milwaukee Cruiser Runs Aground Off California Coast
More than 400 officers and sailors were saved from the Milwaukee by breeches buoys and surfboats as the cruiser ran aground in fog on the northern California coast near Humboldt Bay. The vessel, valued at about 4 million dollars, faced possible total loss with breakers washing over her superstructure and two boilers reported shifted. rescue continued as night fell.
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Federal Reserve Aids War Effort With New Gold Policy Amendments
Federal Reserve Board proposes amendments to the Federal Reserve Act to control gold inflows and outflows and to mobilize gold reserves. The plan would shift gold holdings to Federal Reserve vaults, regulate loan extensions, and allow broader emergency powers for banks. Senate and House committees are expected to approve, with broader cuts in government employee pay debated as part of war finance.
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Armageddon Preparations and German Mobilization
Germany mobilizes women and men up to age 60 for a vast home army as armageddon looms in the spring west front. von Wiegand arrives as the International News Service representative. Germany and Austria-Hungary push to hold lines in the east and west amid massive gun and troop buildup.
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Officer Ends His Life Ready for Probe
Lieut. Comdr. Andrew C. Cunningham, U. S. N., 59, found dead at 1824 Lamont St NW with a self-inflicted bullet wound. Coroner certifies death by own action amid ill health and nervous breakdown since December. Bodies found by Charles Stern as neighbors rushed to scene. police consider mirror-fired shot. Born Mohawk, N. Y., Navy Academy graduate. leaves wife and two sons, one in Canada.
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Mackinaw Arrives After Narrow Escape From German Raider
The Transport liner Mackinaw reached Soston from London recounting a near miss with a German raider. Crew members recalled wireless warnings and said they were within miles of the attack when a British cruiser sank the raider. Captain Findley remained tight lipped as the crew discussed the perilous voyage.
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Mother and Daughter Shot In St Paul Home Tragedy
In St Paul on January 13 Miss Ella Johnson 21 was killed and her mother Mrs Mary Johnson 52 was wounded and in serious condition after a shooting at their residence. Charles Wood 32 is held by police on a murder charge.
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Turkish Ships Sunk by Russians Reported by Petrograd
London dated January 13 reports a Russian naval squadron raided the Anatolian coast and sank 40 Turkish sailing vessels bound for Constantinople with heavy cargoes. The Central News service cites a Petrograd naval staff announcement and notes three prisoners.
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Brave girl to get reward for warning of fire
Miss Tessie Mc Namara will receive 25 dollars as a reward from the National Special Aid Society executive committee for staying at her switchboard at the Canadian Car and Foundry Company plant and alerting workers to a fire threat. The society mailed the check signed by Mrs. William Alexander, its president.
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Lawson faces contempt probe over informant identity
House rules committee gears up for a contempt inquiry into financier Thomas W. Lawson amid rumors of Wall Street leaks tied to President Wilsons peace note. Officials seek witnesses including Bernard Baruch and brokers from New York and Chicago, plus all telegrams dated December 20. Contempt could lead to sergeant at arms custody or court referal if Lawson refuses to answer.
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British reply to neutrals blames Germany for starting war
London dated January 18 reports an authoritative British statement on German and Austrian notes to neutrals. It repeats that Germany is responsible for starting the war after rejecting a conference, cites Russia mobilization in July 1914, and defends allied actions in Africa, Greece, and Belgium while condemning German sea warfare and treatment of neutrals, prisoners, and civilians.
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Seek Aviators in Desert Hunt for Army Flyers
Five civilian search parties with five days of provisions comb the northern Mexican desert in a rainstorm seeking Lieut Col Harry G Bishop and Lieut W A Robertson Jr lost since Wednesday. No news yet. Mexican officials coordinate with Sonora and Lower California authorities for cavalry aid while U S forces at Yuma cooperate.
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