United States Congress Declares War on Austria Hungary
The resolution declares a state of war exists between the United States and the Austro Hungarian government from noon December 5, 1917. It authorizes full naval and military mobilization to end the conflict, with limited changes to current preparations. The Navy may operate in the Adriatic and Mediterranean, and aviators will train in Italy to support offensive actions.
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Washington
United States
Austria
House of Representatives
Pood
House Committee On Foreign Affairs
House
Congress
United Pptates
Marine Hotel
Dion Lens
United States of America
Senate
House, of
Representatives
Congress of the United States
Pho Navy
Adriatic
Mediterranean
Italy
Éppr
Aneta
Germans Capture British Guns at Cambrai for First Time Since 1918
London reports quote F. G. Maurice claiming Germany seized 138 British guns at Cambrai, noting strategic advantage on the south flank and implying further German gains may be necessary. An Associated Press dispatch describes motor bans and stock market items interwoven in the day’s coverage.
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London
Cambrai
F. G. Maurice
Sammi Capture Reports Surface Without Confirmation
Rumors circulate that Sammi has been captured but no official confirmation is issued. News outlets urge caution while verifying claims as information remains unverified.
Grand jury clears jail and infirmary as indictments await
After a two day session the grand jury closed proceedings and returned indictments against several men not yet named. They inspected the county jail and infirmary praising cleanliness order and management under the current sheriff and superintendent. Members listed include Levi Hamersly Fred Walters Bixler Frank Turk Patrick Bennett and Perry Singleton.
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Ont Jath
Levi
Hamersly
Fred J. Walters
Bixler
Frank Turk
Patrick Bennett
Perry Singleton
Red Cross Plans Indiana Membership Drive
Red Cross to launch two campaign drives in Indiana starting December 17 to recruit thousands of new members. Sir Arthur F. Bentley named assistant manager of the Indiana division in charge of the members drive. statewide effort aims to recruit many in Stefanapolis and across Indiana.
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Red Cross
Stefanapolis
Ind
Arthur F. Bentley
Ora | Raaross
Indiana
Teddi
President Wilson on War Aims and World Peace
The address argues that the United States must win the war to liberate Belgium and northern France and to end Prussian autocracy. It calls for justice for all nations, rejects punitive peace, and urges democratic world order with no annexations. The plain people must rule and foundations for lasting peace must be built candidly.
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America
Belgium
France
Austria-Hungary
Germany
Wilson Speech Spurs Allied War Aims Push
London dispatch notes President Wilson's message to Congress fueling plans for a complete Allied war aims statement. Editorials praise the move while newspapers call for a decisive shift away from past punitive or economic warfare, urging a unified postwar outlook.
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London
Wilson
Congress
Daily News
Fire on ammunition ship at Atlantic port
Fire broke out today in forward coal bunkers of a ammunition ship in dock at an Atlantic port. The ammunition is stored in the aft part of the vessel. Holes were bored in the ship's side to pump water into the vessel, and the blaze was believed under control this afternoon.
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Atlantic
Twin Cities union convention fills St Paul auditorium
Thousands of union men gather at the St Paul auditorium for a continuous convention. The event brings many out of work as they await meeting of streetcar men demands. The crowd faced access issues due to the large turnout and there is mention of the national sheep and wool bureau proposal to President Wilson regarding pasture plans.
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Paul
Mins
Union Street
National Sheep and Wool Bureau
Wilson
Armistice negotiations reach Romania through London dated notice
Official war office statement from Berlin via London dated December 5 reports armistice talks continuing with Romania. The terse notice confirms ongoing diplomacy tied to the broader war effort.
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Berlin
L&ndon
Romania
War Office
Postoffice in Will Begin After Holidays
Moving post office work to a new federal building in Will begins after holidays. The building is nearly ready with furniture arriving. Postmaster Forsythe expects a first class setup and eight hour days for staff with a non civil service assistant to be named.
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Porsythe
Thera Mag
Mindy
Wallding
Forsythe
Over There War Song Sells for Twenty Five Thousand
New York reports composer Cohen sold the war song Over There for 25 000 dollars, with a 161 per word rate. The piece sparks note on cinema and concert markets as reporters discuss Verdun artillery and wartime reporting. Cecelia Bass, 21, earns mention as a young lawyer entering practice.
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Cohen
Broadway Cokes
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