Wilson talks on League of Nations purpose in two continents
The report cites Monsignor Perret asking Wilson to mediate in a widening international dispute while presenting Vatican documents on neutrality. It notes Wilson’s reception in London at Guild Hall, praising a concert of power and a shift from balance to collective security, with leaders and officials in attendance.
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Vatican
London
League of Nations Union
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Canterbury
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United States
League of Nations
Great Britain
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Three Wives Wail as Henry Burke Disappears
In Chicago a man named Henry Burke, known as a devoted husband to four wives, vanished after marrying Clara Wagstaff and leaving behind empty pay envelopes. The tale follows four families at 49178 Ashland Avenue and Emmanuel Baptist Church where Clara learned of his broader matrimonial life, prompting court involvement to protect the first Mrs. Burke and address the missing funds.
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James Goodman
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Wilson 62 Today Best Wishes From King George
King George called at Wilson's apartments at 10 this morning to wish him many happy returns on President Wilson's sixty second birthday. The message conveyed official goodwill from the British monarch.
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Queen and Mrs Wilson Attire at State Banquet
London report details gowns worn at the Wilson state banquet. Queen Mary wore a gold cloth evening robe with a low corsage line brilliants. Indian and South African diamonds adorned the dress. Mrs Wilson wore a black velvet gown with a single standout diamond brooch as the main ornament.
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Plea for Istra and Dalmatia Lands Circulated by Photo Portfolio
A New York message reports a photo portfolio showing Italian medieval architecture to support Italy’s claims to Trieste Istra and Dalmatia. Special Messenger Cal Pizzarello says the pictures demonstrate historic Italian presence against Austrian efforts to suppress nationalism.
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Associated Press
New York
Socialist Leader Kruse Says Proselytizing Beats Army Service
William F Kruse national secretary of the Young People’s Socialist League testified at the trial of five Socialist leaders charged with espionage that his focus is on recruiting for the Socialist party rather than encouraging U S military enlistment. He stated Socialists have opposed national service for centuries and outlined a long standing political stance.
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Wiliam Fruse
Young People’s Socialist League
Socialist Party
United States
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More Units Coming Soon 3600 Soldiers for Early Return
Washington dispatch reports a forthcoming convoy home of units from the continental army. The 27th 9th 11th 138th 247th and other regiments plus aero squadrons and mortar batteries are listed among units to be returned, with Vice War officials noting recent assignments and expected arrival timing.
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Washington
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Arly
Armistice Breached As German Navy Surrender Quashed
London dispatch reports British and allied observers inspecting German naval bases and air stations under the armistice terms. The Hercules returns home as sailors abandon ships. discipline improves at airship stations while submarines near completion are being cataloged. Goette and Ludendorff era figures fade from visibility amid sweeping demobilization. Entente observers note Hamburg’s inhabitants well clothed and fed and winter crops thriving amid cautious German cooperation. British premier Lloyd George exhibits enthusiasm for Wilson talks. Dover reception boosts Anglo American cordiality ahead of Paris peace conference.
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Paper delivery note with late arrival details
A notice instructs readers to call 3820 if their paper is not delivered by 1 o'clock or if delivery is delayed due to carrier error. A copy of the paper will be sent, and calls must reach the offices before 1:30 p.m.
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Berlin crisis deepens as Ebert regime loses grip
Berlin reports signal a failing Ebert Haase cabinet authority as central soldiers and workers council prepare to assume control. Newspapers warn against tying fate to a powerless assembly while factions clash to shape the next government led by Ledebour and Natl debknecht.
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Associated Press
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Ebert-Haase
Vossische Zeitung
Central Council of Soldiers and Workers
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Hanes
National Assembly
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Oriux
Spartacus
Control i Norder
Nov. Me
Georg Ledebour
Natl
President Wilson Visits London Guildhall Ceremony
President Wilson arrives at the Guildhall amid royal and civic pageantry in London. Moved by a grand procession, he receives addresses from city officials and is hosted at luncheon by the city’s corporation, with honors dating back to Grant and Roosevelt.
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Guildhall
John Hay
Thomas W. Bayard
Josephh. Choate
Whitelaw Reid
Parga
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Ancient Artillery Company
Duke of Connaught
Horace Marshall
Euild Hall
Guard of Honor
Harry Hepburn
Ielerk
United States
England
Vilna Threatened by Bolshevik Invasion and Polish Rail Moves
Vilna, capital of Lithuania, faces a Bolshevik advance per a Warsaw dispatch. Poland seeks free rail passage over German lines to Vilna and aims to rejoin Polish and Lithuanian railroads cut by Germans. If refused, Poles may march into Lithuania to defend Vilna, asking Allied officers to accompany troops. The report notes Polish discharges and mobilization amid ongoing war pressures.
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Vilta
Guests at Wilson luncheon list world leaders and dignitaries
London December 28 ghosts at the luncheon to President Wilson included a vast array of royals, premiers, generals, diplomats, and notable figures from Britain, Canada, Australia, South Africa, and beyond. The guest list reads like a who’s who of allied leadership and prominent society figures.
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President Wilson
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Charles Gust
Robert Borden
Canad
William Morris Hughes
Australia
Louis Botha
Union of South Africa
Canterbury
Isnap
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Finlay
Andrew Hionar Law
J. Austen Chamberlain
G. N. Barnes
A. Balfour
Lord Wier
J. C. Smuts
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Frederick BE. Smith
Churchill
Viscount Sandhurst
John Jelliscoe
Roslyn Weymas
Viscount Bryce
Albert H. Stanley
Viscount Cave
Viscount Astor
George
Lady Triddell
Lionel Rothschild
Thomas Lipton
Marquis of Salisbury
Marquis of
Crewe
Norman Moore
George Perley
Andrew Fisher
W. P. Sereiner
Lord Rothermere
Adrian Pollock
Sir J. Bell
Roland Prothere
Earl of Crawford
J. P. Maclay
Herbert A. L. Fisher
Earl of Chesterfield
J. Butler Wright
Edward Ball
BH. Slocum
Hiddle
Harts
Henry W. Thornton
Cary T. Grayson
Fighting McKenna to entertain troops in France
James A. McKenna, famed Indian fighter known across western states, will be sent to France by the Knights of Columbus to entertain American troops, according to a today’s announcement.
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Lated Press
New York
James A. Mckeona
Fighting McKenns
Plains
France
Knights ofColumbus
YANKS
Weather Outlook For Week In Washington DC
Weather predictions from the weather bureau indicate possible snow in the upper Mississippi and Missouri regions early in the week. Temperatures will be slightly above normal in the Mississippi valley, with generally fair skies and near normal temperatures for the rest of the period. Holiday Nutmargarine advertisement notes Nutmargarine as a butter equivalent.
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Missisippi
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Missouri Wall
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Coalition regime wins in Britain by big majority
London reports show Premier Lloyd George’s coalition Liberal government achieving a commanding majority in the new 707-member House of Commons. Early returns indicate 274 government backers, with Asquithians and Labour losses noted. Lloyd George re-elected in Carnarvon, Asquith defeated in East Fife, Henderson ousted in East Ham, and Geddes winning Cambridge. Strong party shifts expected under the reform act.
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Laborites
Arthur Henderson
Philip Snowden
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Scotland
Alexander Sprot
France
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H. H. Asquith
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T. F. Lister
National Federation of Discharged Soldiers and Sailors
Blackburn
Henry Norman
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