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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1918
Page
11
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The article contrasts the German shift from autocracy to a socialist republic after Sedan and 1870, noting the Junker-dominated administration and potential chaos. It discusses fears of starvation, political purges, and the challenge of building a new government, while comparing to France's transition and predicting difficult months for Germany.
A report outlines options after the Lusitania sinking case. Discussion covers extradition to England, trial for murder, and possible paths via Dutch or allied actions. It notes Holland’s sensitivity to the Kaiser’s presence and the potential for securing his body without formal extradition. The piece surveys legal routes and international tension surrounding the central figure.
Government officials outline a peaceful plan for gradual demobilization of the American army on an industrial basis during peacetime negotiations. The approach envisions reducing forces steadily as civilian production ramps up, aligning military strength with available industrial capacity. The plan reflects cautious steps toward a lighter, more efficient force structure.
A plan discussed by shipping board chairman Hurley proposes indefinite furloughs for skilled soldiers to ease labor shortages. Soldiers would be released by trade to take home jobs but can be recalled for duty if needed, enabling a gradual shift from wartime to peacetime production while preserving military strength.
The article says Congress will try to abolish wartime bureaus and agencies as the nation shifts to peacetime. Senator Borah warns Congress has never fully dissolved a department once created, while Hoover and others question the need to retain many emergency bodies. Readjustment will be costly to taxpayers, but economy rules as March 4 approaches.
The article details Count William Bentinck of Middachten near Arnheim hosting the former Kaiser Wilhelm. It traces the Bentinck family’s mediatized status, connections to the British and German nobility, and links to the Portland line. It notes Bentinck’s Dutch and German estates, titles, and kin across Europe, as well as Allied interest and references to public figures like Sir Auckland Geddes.
Congress and committees met at noon and adjourned shortly after. A Senate inquiry found no tangible data on crop costs from the Department of Agriculture. Senator Trammell proposed a one month paid furlough for all armed forces before discharge. Senator Poindexter urged no separate peace with Germany or Austria Hungary and backing for the London pact. A House bill seeks a 3000600 relief fund for Porto Rico after a recent earthquake. The finance committee paused war revenue actions pending Treasury need guidance. Secretary McAdoo to testify on war conditions. The Navy seeks 3600 million for battleships battle cruisers and smaller vessels in a major program.
The state plans to save 1,600,000 pounds of sugar through self denial by Kansas to send to United States troops overseas as a Christmas present. Gen Perahing sent a message to Hamp Williams, Arkans administrator, who was notified that November sugar allotments limit to 210,000 pounds monthly and that candy will be exported to overseas markets by Third States manufacturers.
Secretary Houst warns of a likely surge in demand for beef and fats due to world needs and urges farmers to prepare for increased production. He notes a period of larger supplies of livestock approaching and calls for efficient planning by agricultural agencies to execute the program.
Secretary Daniels disclosed that the Navy Department will end the voluntary restriction on publishing merchant ship movements. He said the press has shown cooperation and that curbs on arrivals and departures may be removed, though future needs could reimpose such measures if necessary.
The Manchester Guardian discusses potential American reconsideration of territorial obligations as Britain bears a growing colonial burden. It argues for efficient liberal minded American aid in administering colonies to avoid overextension by Britain and France.
The Washington Post presents a condensed timetable for trains leaving Washington to major cities with connections noted in Chicago for westward travel. Schedules reflect Railroad Administration data and will change with new railroad timetables. The table lists departure times for routes to cities including Atlanta Baltimore Boston Chicago Cincinnati Cleveland Columbus Detroit Indianapolis Louisville New York Philadelphia Pittsburgh and more with multiple daily options and varying carriers.
A scrambled wartime notice lists Capt T Ioes Ter eof and others granted leave of absence by United States authorities. The text includes scattered names such as Metuchen Dover and Metuch and mentions service requirements and dates. The fragmentary OCR preserves the core fact that several officers have been granted leave of absence.
Fragmentary text references pledges, warrants, locations, and officials in an unclear legal or procedural context. Names and specifics are unreadable, preventing a coherent main item.
The notice calls for 100 nurses' aids from Washington area, listing stipend and start dates. It details training locations, pay around $1,500 total, and home care instruction at a hospital, with applications to be filed by a deadline. Genevieve is listed as in charge of arrangements.
Fragmented OCR notes discuss peace prospects and a proposed commission on reconstruction to study national postwar challenges. Mentions individuals such as Edgar Watkins, potential senate discussions, and references to real estate values and taxation context.
Mme Avrii de Rainte Croix conveys gratitude to President West for the joint war effort and fund drive. She praises the US and the War Council for aiding wartime relief in Erane and honors American soldiers for their battlefront sacrifices.
Article notes a slowdown in speed and troop supply logistics with figures on freight cars, locomotives, and repairs. Mentions September and October activity, with counts of 1490 cars, 308 French locomotives, and 1900 cars. References engineers, assembly, and wartime supply context.
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