Must Oust the Turk Unfit to Rule in Europe Exiled
A former ambassador urges expulsion of the Turkish ruler from Europe and calls for liberation of Armenia and Syria. The piece argues the Turkish regime under its leaders is more cruel than Abdulhamid and advocates a strong removal of Turkish power from Europe, citing President Wilson and British views as part of a broader call for regional reform and protection of Christian communities.
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German Ship Shells British Coast Town in Night Raid
Lowestoft England January 26 a hostile vessel fired star shells and many shells in a three minute bombardment causing limited damage under $590. Berlin reports a German night sea raid south of Lowestoft against patrol boats with no hostile vessels sighted and the fortified area briefly bombarded by torpedo boats before returning safely.
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Hill 304 Stormed Near Verdun Front War Gains
German troops stormed hill 304 northwest of Verdun in a 1400 meter front, taking around 560 French prisoners including 12 officers and ten machine guns. French counterattacks failed as German artillery and pioneers supported hand to hand fighting, with heavy losses on both sides.
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U boats off South America report sinks and warnings
Janiero reports German submarines active off the South American coast in conjunction with commerce raiders. British authorities are said to have warnings of large submarines moving far from the coast. References to Florida Cuba the Carolinas and railroad service appear in the fragmentary notice.
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Russian Riga Front Advances Met With German Counterattacks
Russian troops briefly advanced across the River Aa near Riga before German counterattacks recaptured ground. German reports say the greater part of January losses were regained, with 1,700 German officers and soldiers captured so far. Roumanian actions on the Moldavian front were repulsed.
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Belgian Ruler Dismissed Amid Deportation Promise
A dispatch from The Hague reports Gen Baron von Huehne, interim governor general of Belgium, dismissed for promising Holland that Belgians would not be deported. Gen von Zwehl appointed military governor of Maubeuge as his successor. Von Huehne sought a front command, which was not granted.
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Rulers Gather At German Headquarters For Kaiser Birthday
Berlin reports the central powers assemble at German great headquarters to celebrate the Kaiser’s birthday. Emperor Charles of Austria-Hungary joins Emperor William with Foreign Minister Czernin von Chudenitz. Imperial Chancellor von Bethmann-Hollweg and Foreign Minister Zimmerman depart Berlin. Marshal von Hindenburg, Gen. von Ludendorff and other officers expected.
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British Gaining in Heavy Kut Battles
London January 26 British forces captured 1108 yards of Turkish first line trenches southwest of Kut el Amara and a large stretch of the second line in a sustained bombardment. Turkish counterattacks failed or were blunted while British troops retook ground. seventy prisoners were taken.
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Deficit Bill Approved In House By 113 To 13
Democratic lawmakers in the House caucus approved the administration revenue plan by 113 to 13 to cover a prospective next year deficit. The vote stretched late as critics challenged military and excess profits tax features, with several members signaling they would not be bound by the caucus. The measure aims to raise about 248 million dollars via an excess profits tax and inheritance tax, plus 190 million for purchases and projects including the Danish West Indies and Alaska railroad. It would also boost three percent certificates of indebtedness from 200 to 300 million dollars.
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Greece asks U S aid to lift entente blockade
Premier Lambros asked American Minister Garrett Droppers to use influence with entente diplomats to hasten lifting the blockade on Greece. He described suffering, danger to entente ties, and government precariousness as it cannot improve conditions. Droppers promised to raise the issue with the British Minister.
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Bryan Alters Peace Views in Indorsement Speech
William Jennings Bryan agrees to speak at a mass meeting in New York on Friday to endorse President Wilson's peace policy. The American neutral conference committee announced a telegram of acceptance from Bryan.
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Coronation debate splits pacifists and warmongers
National preparedness ideas fill a congress of constructive patriotism with calls for universal military training and service while Roosevelt and other leaders send supportive letters. Delegates hear fiery speeches on education for citizenship as a path to peace amid objections to lavish inauguration expenses and hotel rates.
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Germany May Classify Armed Merchantmen as War Vessels
Washington reports confirm Berlin sent a note to Spain asserting merchant ships with artillery are war vessels even if for defense. A second German inquiry to the United States on neutrals and arrestees could reopen the probe into armed merchantmen status. The State Department noted no such note had been sent to the United States.
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Hydroairplane sets altitude record at Pensacola test
Pensacola Florida January 2 Philip Rader with Lieutenant McIlvaine aboard ascended to 10500 feet in a hydroairplane marking a new altitude record for the craft. The aircraft remained aloft for four hours in today’s final test at the US aviation station. Quickest Service to Baltimore every hour on the hour Baltimore to Chicago round trip ad rates listed for weekends and holidays
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Hotel Managers Surprised By Inauguration Rates in Congress
Washington hotel proprietors voiced surprise at charges during the inauguration period. They declined to deny the rates were above normal but argued they were fair given Washington’s resort status and the need to offset a long slow season. Downntown hotels report few rooms available as many applicants refuse higher rates. Managers cite added costs for staff paraphernalia and food, past inflation, and the broader expense rise this year.
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Bryce Says Turk Must Go
Bryce declares the Turkish government must be removed, signaling a hard line stance amid World War I era tensions and near the Verdun front, with readers kept informed on diplomatic shifts.
Battle with Mexicans Cavalrymen Aid Americans Near Arizona Border
Report from Yuca, Ariz, dated Jan 26, details fighting at Stouehouse near Ruby as Mexican cavalry clash with American cowboys and troops. Utah cavalry and cowhands reinforce. casualties not confirmed. more reinforcements prepared, border patrol mobilized near Arivaca with pack train being readied for possible relocation.
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Bali Island Quake Kills Five Hundred Fifty People
A late report from London indicates 550 residents died in the Bali earthquake in the Dutch East Indies. Amsterdam reports 60 natives killed and 209 injured. Over 1,900 houses destroyed and the governor's palace damaged. Bali has about 700,000 people and covers 2,100 square miles.
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Pokrovsky May Quit as Russian Foreign Minister
Berlin reports from Ruassky Sieve via Overseas News Agency that M. Pokrovsky has tendered his resignation as foreign minister. A Petrograd dispatch dated January 19 cited Rech announcing a two month sick leave for Pokrovsky.
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Congressional Clerks Pay Raise Debate Continues
Senate indorsed Smoot amendment to raise clerks pay up to 1800 dollars with ten to fifteen percent boosts for lower salaries. House provisions differ, Weeks and Husting push for broader immediate relief, Conference to decide if increases apply now. Debate highlights include opposition by Democrats and calls for equity and against fiscal restraint.
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