Wilson Delivers Brief Flat Rejection of Austrian Peace Talk
President Wilson issues a single sentence rejection of Austria-Hungary's peace proposal. The diplomatic missive, written with Lansing's input, declares the United States will not entertain any peace conference and reiterates the four core principles for any settlement. The note, delivered via Swedish Minister Ekengren, is described as the shortest diplomatic note on record and signals unwavering allied unity and resolve. The swift response, completed in minutes, aims to deter further Teuton intrigue and clarify Washington’s terms ahead of any negotiations.
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German Press Misleads on American Victory at St Mihiel
Special cable from London reports German papers attempt to downplay Allied success at St Mihiel. Observers note German sources claim tactical retreat and misstate prisoner numbers while praising limited gains. Dutch and Belgian papers echo varying views, with estimates of 13,000 prisoners and confusion over strategic implications as American manpower swell in France.
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France
Only One Reply A Flat Refusal To Conference
Secretary Lansing states the United States will not join an unofficial belligerent conference. The note follows Austria Hungary's suggestion and reiterates that the U S has clearly defined terms for peace and will not entertain any conference on the matter. The president authorized the reply which rejects the Austro Hungarian proposal.
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Tam
United States
Hints Bolshevik Seek Alliance With Other Powers
Amsterdam reports hints that the Bolshevik government may seek alliances with other powers. A note from Lenin printed in Pravda and republished in Lokal Anzeiger says the Soviet position on the Czechoslovak front grows dangerous and that they must form a defensive and offensive alliance to save workers and peasants, not breaking with imperialists.
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Switzerland suspects German influence on Austria move
In Berne on September 16 reports say Austria Hungary made peace overtures with Germany's consent and that German leaders have urged internal reforms and open peace talks. Observers cite Germany's food and clothing shortages as a likely factor shaping Austria's actions.
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Polish Officers Weigh Siberian Division for Freedom Drive
Polish officers organize a force to form a Polish division to fight in Siberia westward toward their homeland as part of the American army. Estimates place more than 109,000 trained militants in Harbin Nikelsk and Vladivostok ready to mobilize with railway workers available if needed. The Polish loaned funds aim to aid their struggle while Ukrai nians may follow suit.
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Siberia
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Nikelsk
Vladivostok
Siberian Army Grows as Allies Asked and Prisoners Guarded
Troops flock to the Siberian Railway as 20,000 men join the new Siberian army. Mobilization orders for 1818 and 1915 glasses are issued with strong response. Gen Gaida says delaying enthusiasm risks fatal consequences and allies may be needed to aid Czechs in reorganizing. Between 300,000 and 400,000 Austro German prisoners in the freed zone require guarding and railway protection as Diétrichs command a key contingent. Winter favors operations from the Volga to the Ukraine while awaiting allied troops to fight on a broader Russo German front.
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Peace Talk Is Treason Says U S Army Paper
Paris September 1 The Stars and Stripes editorial denounces any peace by agreement as treason to American forces. It calls pacifists and pro-Germans traitors unless peace comes only through victory, likening the Kaiser’s peace offensive to German gun crews at Vesle who fought Americans then cried kamerad.
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Reuters
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St. Mihiel
Cardinal Farley Sinking Feels Death Looming in New York
Cardinal Farley archbishop of New York lies critically ill at his bedside in Mamaroneck after a relapse from pneumonia. Secretary Mer Carrotl reports the prelate is very weak with slim chances of rallying. ecclesiastical family members arrived to find him unable to speak.
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New York Newsdesk Chief's Wife Dead From Bullet
Mrs Charles Ki Chapin wife of New York Evening World city editor was found dead with a bullet wound in her Hotel Cumberland Chanin apartment. Police hunted her husband Charles B Chapin who left a suicide note hinting at his own death and nervous breakdown. Chapin longtime Evening World city editor 20 years.
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Yanks Gain On St Mihiel Front In Voseges Push
Allied reports say American and French forces advance north of St Mihiel trapping German troops and pushing forward toward Bezonvaux Abaucourt and the Moselle line. German withdrawal along the Metz Conflans railway area prompts long range bombardment of Metz as patrols scout near Graveletta and La Chaussee.
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la Chaussee
Aims of American Army Move in Lorraine Front
London dispatch reports the night operation astride the Ypres Comines canal with over two miles of advance, new posts near Sauchy Cauchy and Oppy, and captures of prisoners and machine guns. Front activity includes raids near Moeuvres and Avreville, with German artillery and air actions around St Mihiel and Jaulny.
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Jaulny
Petain's Men Win Vailly and Push at Sancy
Paris reports French forces northeast of Sancy advanced about a kilometer on a four kilometer front, capturing Vailly on the Aisne north bank and Mont dew Sinans as six hundred more prisoners were taken, amid ongoing Allied pressure in the region. British reports confirm gains near Plogsteert and posts established north of the Arras-Cambrai road, with canal front activity in Ypres Comines and Canal du Nord zones. Canadian lines show intermittent action along the Canal du Nord with posts retaken and German reorganization noted.
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Official Reports London Sept 16 Front Actions
The field marshal reports on the southern front several prisoners taken and minor advances near Ploegsteert and Ypres. Other sectors show only artillery activity with no major developments. Berlin confirms renewed enemy attacks between the Ailette and Aisne failed, nothing new elsewhere.
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