Wilsons high ideals praised amid war aims debate
Baron Sydenham and other British leaders critique President Wilson's vision of a peaceful postwar world. They argue his terms require defeating Germany and warn that without Allied victory the Monroe Doctrine inspired plan falters. They stress Britain and France seek victory but oppose a peace by victory that cedes security to the United States.
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New Officers Nominated at Army and Navy Union Muster
Walter Heed Garrison nominated officers for the current year at Flynn Hall. Votes set for February 12. Nominations included Commander John Masters, Senior Vice Commander Eroch W. Stewart, Quartermaster Abraham Huituelif, Paymaster Henry J. Biswell, Chaplain Charles W. Harper, Officer of the Day Harold Close, Officer of the Watch Leo Lewis, Officer of the Guard Morris Lever, and Joseph Vernon as another officer.
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London Press Comments on Wilson Peace Speech
The London press condemns President Wilson's address as out of touch with wartime realities. The Standard, Westminster Gazette, Globe, Pall Mall Gazette, London Star and London Evening papers critique his mediation stance, insist on victory terms, and warn against impractical ideals amid ongoing Allied suffering. Entities include Wilson, Britain, Germany, Europe, Belgium, France, Serbia, Poland, Emperor William, Wuerttemberg, Cunard, Lualtania.
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Paris Press Comments on Wilson Speech in Senate
Paris papers publish full Wilson address and editorials. Petit Parisen questions balance of aggressors and attacked, Paris Matin calls for force for some humanity, La Liberte lauds Wilson’s ideals, while Humanite and Temps praise pacifist program and universal fraternity.
Russian Public Opinion Reacts Favorably to Wilson Note
Petrograd reports early Russian reactions to President Wilson's first note in the Senate. Public opinion is broadly favorable, with the central point being support for a final peace avoiding repeats of recent catastrophe. Novoe Vremya notes broad alignment with American aims but warns it may diverge from central powers' views.
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Oil Men Begin Session Welcome by Brownlow
Commissioner Louis Brownlow delivered the welcome address to delegates at the third zone convention of the Independent Oil Men's Association held in the Willard. The tour included the Capitol and the White House with luncheon and a day of industry talks led by Dr. Van H Manning and others.
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Wilson Waits Views Of Europe on Plan
President Wilson’s remarks on terms drew little public opposition at the German embassy yet German sources expect a possible reply or further peace term demands. The speech was reviewed by the cabinet with no White House comment, while Senator Cumming urged an immediate Senate debate starting next week. Senator Stone resisted, pushing to refer to foreign relations committee, but the measure was postponed.
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President's peace address sparks Senate debate and reform talk
Senate debates the President's peace plan after lessons on school lunch discipline raise concerns. leaders urge timely action before adjournment while diplomats gauge international reaction. France shows sympathy, Britain mixed as Germany withholds terms. administration stresses no surrender of peace aims.
Wilsons Efforts for Peace Cheered by British Labor
Manchester January 23 George J Wardle labor MP praised President Wilsons peacemaking efforts during his keynote at the Labour Partys annual meeting The crowd roared as he urged keeping politics in the labor movement and warned the war would have been a greater tragedy if Britain had stayed out of it
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Polish Defense Committee Thanks President Wilson
The Polish National Defense Committee in convention in New York today sent a memorial to President Wilson expressing great joy and deepest gratitude for his reference to an independent Poland in a Senate speech. The message hopes for wartime recognition of a reestablished kingdom of Poland as a nucleus. Signed by Dr. Joseph P. Zaleski, president of Chicago.
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Defense as Game for Boys in National Training Plan
Capt Edgard Steever told the Senate military committee that 90 percent of country’s schoolboys would embrace a universal training game if the federal government supplies uniforms and gear. He urged high school level drills in Wyoming and training for 40,000 commissioned officers and 200,000 noncommissioned officers, with girls included to organize civilian resistance and learn war laws to prevent sniping.
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Free Prescription Promises 50 Percent Eye Strength In One Week
Dr Lewis claims a simple Bon-Opto based home regimen can strengthen eyesight by about 50 percent in a week. The method involves dissolving Bon-Opto tablets in water and using the solution to bathe the eyes twice daily. Reported testimonies describe dramatic improvements and reduced reliance on glasses. Sold in Washington and other drugstores.
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Army Navy Changes of Day in Army Promotions
Promoted coast artillery majors Abbott and Mathews. Abbott moves to northern New York defenses. Mathews to Savannah defenses. Medical corps: Rastian reassigned to Ambulance Company No. 1. Magtire to Ambulance Company No. 8. Coffin reassigned to Field Hospital No. 3. McDonald to Ambulance Company No. 5. Carswell relieved. Maj. Carswell to report to Southern Department. Numerous leaves of absence and reassignments follow, including Baker, Beatty, Morgan, and Rucker.
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Brazil Thanks U S Naval Officer
Rio de Janeiro Brazil January 2 a Brazilian government representative expressed thanks to Commandant Philip Williams U S B W for aiding navy development by serving as instructor of tactics strategy and war games
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