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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1918
Page
6
London dispatch reports Premier Lloyd George and other officials meeting with President Wilson at Buckingham Palace before a Downing Street luncheon. Crowds cheered as Wilson and entourage arrived. discussions with Lloyd George and Balfour continued until about 1 30 this morning.
Herbert Clark master signal electrician died in France November 22 after gas exposure. He enlisted November 1, 1917 at Fort George Wright Washington in the electrical division. He was 41, a Spanish-American War veteran, survived by his mother Mrs. C. B. Clark and three sisters.
London luncheon by Premier Lloyd George draws President Wilson and U S officials for an informal gathering. A Peale portrait of George Washington 1788 is presented as a U S commemoration while talks with Pitt Burke Fox appear on wall scenes.
A group of German-born Americans in Munich met to press President Wilson for quick food relief for Germany and help in obtaining American passports. They debated direct requests for passports but postponed action, aiming to contact other Americans in Germany including a native-born Munich colony linked to German-Americans, though police have blocked addresses and ads have failed.
Amsterdam dispatch says the British Admiralty may sink vessels displaying the red flag and execute crews infected with Bolshevism in remaining German holdings. The order warns vessels under the red flag will be sunk without warning and officers must be aboard. single Bolshevism promoters could lead to the entire crew being shot.
Washington reports several European countries have expressed interest in purchasing some of the 100 foot American submarine chasers now in European waters. Secretary Daniels said the boats are being sent to glorious ports for display and while the navy department is not eager to sell them, it would dispose of a number.
Sheboygan Wisconsin launches an independent campaign to achieve 100 percent American loyalty. A civic effort with citizens in each ward and industrial backing supports the push framed as a citywide initiative.
The Daily Express correspondent in Berlin reports German sailors and their wives and sweethearts urging no peace until foreign troops arrive. Many lower-class Berliners welcome outsiders, hoping for order and gains from their presence, while some sailors’ partners join in the fighting.
Chicago hotel workers plan a general strike before New Year Eve celebrations, joining La Salle and other Loop hotels. Managers pledge readiness, with strikebreakers and rooms offered to deter disruption. Picketing and labor solidarity cards appear at the La Salle as talks continue.
The Spartacus faction still controls the Vorwaerts socialist newspaper in Berlin as police promise to eject invaders by evening to allow Friday's issue. Frederick Stampfer, editor, appeals to the cabinet demanding government action to restore publication.
Paris dispatch notes allied gains in Turkey and Bulgaria prompt the French government to summon Gen. Louis Franchet D Esperey to Paris for a conference. The move follows tensions in the region and an expected arrival in Paris on December 27.
Corp. F Laval Ferguson 22, son of Mr and Mrs C Ferguson of 708 Independence, was killed in action in France on the last hours of firing November 1. He had served since March 1918 with the 60th Infantry, and prior to service worked for Andersed Pitabing Company. Surviving are his parents three sisters Naomi Marian and Mrs Roy Varidewalker and brothers Robert and Carroll of Waterloo.
Fragmented OCR text notes correspondents who praised or criticized President Wilson, with scattered references to government guests, officials, and long political disputes. The garbled lines mention Bard Robert Coil and a minister, hinting at wartime governance and public sentiment.
More than 13 000 sailors from American dreadnought crews enjoy shore leave after months of duty in European waters. New York hosts the welcome with restaurants crowded and entertainments offered by war relief societies open houses and free tickets.
Eyewitness accounts describe chaotic Ukraine as Petlura’s forces push Skoropadsky from Kiev on December 1. German troops and Ponzi warfare amid peasant uprisings, thefts, and widespread disorder reported in Volhynia and surrounding areas. Danzig port dismantling and possible Poland control cited by reports.
The Bolshevik government of Russia has again approached allied powers with peace terms since Christmas. The proposals resemble those offered by Litvinoff in London and are not recognized by the allies. Negotiations continue among the allied governments with Russia in decline.
Dr GG Sumner, state secretary, says he does not view the alliance crisis as serious enough to warrant postponement of the conference proposed by Representative WoW Epps of Ot toumwa. The session aims to address the Dios Moines area. Taft and Manley of the federal war labor board will visit Onyaha to discuss cannons. Holiday Nutmargarine is advertised as a Button substitute.
A Kiev telegram quotes Gen Skoropedski’s nephew claiming the czar and family survive, in a neutral country, with German documents misrepresenting Ekaterinburg murder. The informant says an allied army should occupy Russia to restore order. prices like butter at 126 rubles per pound and trousers at 1,000 rubles illustrate hardships.
Secretary Daniels stated that an American fleet would visit Copenhagen as a courtesy, with Chester and a few submarine chasers ordered for a brief visit not connected to conditions in Russia. Rear Admiral Vietor named chief of the Bureau of Navigation will assume duties at the Navy Department Monday.
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Paris reports indicate President Wilson held long, informal discussions with Prime Minister Lloyd George and Foreign Secretary Balfour at Buckingham Palace and Downing Street. They cleared points on naval supremacy, freedom of the seas, league of nations, and armament reduction. Groundwork for Paris peace talks is described as being laid.
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