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U S Captain a Spy Ex Captain Willers Arrested
A former U S Army captain, John Willers, alleged deserter and thief, was arrested in New York for absconding $5,000 from his company funds in 1918. He claimed German espionage involvement and described wartime officials as German agents. Willers detailed his desertion, travels, disguise, and aim to return to Germany, while police await further questioning at Governor’s Island.
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