Railway shops to adopt eight hour work day after Christmas
Washington railroad shops employing about 400 workers will switch to an eight hour day once implemented after Christmas. The change aims to add shifts and raise the total workforce to around 2,000 as three shifts operate, improving family time and city employment prospects. Union and management discussions continue amid plans for the new schedule.
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Ely
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Charis Fullrade
J. P. Wolker
A. J. Pope
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Wworrdale
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220000 Yanksin Territory On Christmas Eve
Newsreel from Gaz Shany reports 220000 American troops will celebrate a Christmas in Germany as German towns invite soldiers into homes. Boxes were delayed but many troops still plan to share toys and trees with local children amid wartime goodwill.
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Gazshany
Germany
Transporta- Sa
Cmpany
German Leaders Pursue Peace Amid War Debates
A reported interview cites Bar Pitonalls arguing for immediate peace with concessions to avoid straining debtor nations. The piece notes Germany’s guilt claim, fear of demobilization from Poland’s stance, and fears of Allied occupation costs while stressing Germany’s need for supplies from the Allies and America as materials run short.
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Giente
Serbia
Poland
America
Hungary Objects to Occupation by Allies
Berlin reports that the Hungarian ministry opposed allied occupation plans. Ministers reportedly threatened mass resignation if allies intend to occupy the entire country.
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Hungary
Berlin
Austrians Face Starvation Warns of Winter Hunger
A report by Colonel Hays warns that Austria may starve this winter without immediate food aid. He notes thousands have sold belongings to purchase staples and fear widespread hunger as shortages bite across the country.
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Hays
Britigg
Cros
Robehia
Mutinous Marines Seize Palace After City Battle
Mutinous Marines who revolted when ordered to sea are entrenched in the royal palace after a clash with military guards. They captured the city commander and held him prisoner. Four marines were killed and ten wounded in the fighting.
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Berlin
Royal Palace
Kof
Christmas Day Paper Delayed By Holiday Shutdown
The piece notes Christmas Day as the sole full day the Democrat office closes for a holiday. Publishers and staff take an entire day off while the community enjoys home festivities and family meals. The account reflects on market activity reduced by the holiday pause.
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Democrat
Bolshevik Restoration in Russia Reported by New Statesman
London reports a sensational claim that Bolsheviks, with former rivals, are restoring Russian order and stabilizing government. The piece notes growing agitation over Russia policy, predicts pressure on Wilson to take a stand, and cites supposed wide professional-elite support and mass backing in cities.
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London
New Statesman Today
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Russia
Rumsia
Wilson
Muasia
Snow Storm Grips Chicago on Christmas Eve
A severe Christmas snow storm blankets Chicago with blizzard like conditions. Temperatures ranged from zero to twenty above as neighborhoods reported heavy drifting snow and travel disruption into the holiday afternoon. Weather officials warned of continued gusty winds and reduced visibility.
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Chicago
Mississippi
Salley
Royalists Launch Active Campaign in Bavaria
Berlin reports royalists have begun an active propaganda campaign to win German and Austrian support for the restoration of royal rule in Bavaria. The clerical group backs the effort while republicans fear restoration would end the republic’s aims.
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Berlin
Bavaria
Allies Begin Informal Talks on League of Nations Role
Intimated allies discuss informal discussions about the League of Nations as part of peace terms. A inter-allied conference will shape terms and accept the league as part of central powers demands. Grey's plan gains advocates amid expectations of a British delegation proposal.
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League At Nations
Catherine Doyle 20 Dead in New Hampshire Incident
Catherine Doyle aged 20 daughter of Mr and Mrs Marty Doyle of New Hampshire died Monday night near St. Patrick's. The brief notice notes the family and location with limited details.
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Mason’s War Review Reflects Bolshevik Reforms
J W T Mason reports from New York on December 24 that the Bolshevik regime shows signs of reorganizing Russian life and holding momentum. He notes early prophecies of collapse have failed and that Bolshevik administration claims limited success despite ongoing pressures and shortages.
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