Afterwar planning fits a nation unprepared for peace
Washington analysts warn that the end of World War I leaves the United States without a coherent postwar policy. Officials urge President Wilson to form a central council or committee to craft a unified peace strategy, aligning government agencies and war boards toward a single goal.
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Washington News
Waterloo Evening Courier
Washington, D. C
Codetess
Prac
Obody
United States
Europe
Sabody
Wilson
Permits Hurdle For German Aliens In Waterloo Cedar Falls
Deputy U S marshal A P Houston reports many alien enemies in Waterloo and Cedar Falls failed to secure travel permits near munition plants. By evening 11:30 only a portion stood ready. authorities may seek warrants to arrest and intern violators until war's end.
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Waterloo
Cedar “Alls
A. P. Houston
U. S. Marhal
Init
Cedar Falls
Houston
Wari Department
Fr. Houston
Flu Confirms No Local Inmates With Spanish Influenza
Matron Mrs. Glenn Morris reports no infections among county hospital inmates or county home residents. About 100 inmates across both institutions remain uninfected. One suspected case at Waterloo emergency hospital proved a cold and was released. The county farm lies three and a half miles northwest of Waterloo in Mt. Vernon township.
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Glenn Morris
Waterloo
Mt. Vernon Township
Has Reserved Girls Reserves Organized in Waterloo
Organization of the Girl Reserves of the Blue Triangle in Waterloo is being perfected by Miss Minnia Smith, girls' secretary of the Y. W. C. A. This is a new national movement for girls aged 16 to 18. Units of 10 to 20 girls will form in each school under leaders and advisors. The insignia is the blue triangle symbolizing health knowledge and spirit. Leaders named include Alice Dunham, Loraine Hallowell, Laura Neville, Carrie McFarland, Madeline Hutchinson, and Miss Henry.
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Blue Triangle
Waterloo
Minnia Smith
America
Miss Smith
Garls
Alice Dunham
Loraine Hallowell
Laura Neville
Carrie McFarland
Madeline Hutchinson
Miss Henry
Iowa State Teachers” Fealleve
Disabled Soldiers Learn Trades in 14 Cities
The federal board for vocational education opens offices in 14 major cities including Washington New York and Chicago to guide disabled soldiers and sailors toward free education and suitable vocations. No. Each accepted trainee receives 65 dollars monthly during training and support for dependents while studying. Employment is promised after training with continued war risk benefits.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
United States
Army
Navy
Federal Board For Vocations
Gran
Minnesota
San Francisco
Seattle
Federal Board
War Risk Insurance Bureau
Federal Board For Vocationall Education
Federal Board For Vocational Education
War meetings held all day in Vinton Ia
War meetings were held in Vinton all day with local and outside speakers. Enthusiasm filled churches for the united war fund budget and it is predicted that Vinton and Benton county will go over the top with flying colors tomorrow.
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Vinton
United War Fund
Benton County
Local Football Scores From Various Colleges and Schools
West high defeats Cedar Rapids 13 to 0 while East high tops Cedar Falls 14 to 12. Illinois beats Wisconsin 22 to 0. Harvard edges Tufts 7 to 6. Pittsburg University wins 34 to 14 over Western Reserve. Ohio North mF Purdue 14, Michigan Aggies 6. Iowa 6, Minnesota 0. Michigan 13, Chicago 0. Camp Dodge Depot Brigade defeats Iowa State College 6 to 0. Camp Taylor 14, Camp Grant 0. Washington University 26 over Draked.
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West High
Cedar Rapids
East High
Cedar Falls
Illinois
Wisconsin
Harvard
Tufts
Washington & Jefferson
Pittsburg University
Western Reserve
Ohio
Purdue
Michigan Aggies
Iowa
Minnesota
Michigan
Chicago
Iowa State College
Camp Dodge Depot Brigade
Camp Taylor
Camp Grant
Washington University
Draked
Italians Crush Austria in Irredenta Victory
Italian forces shattered Austrian lines on Monte Grappa and Asiago, driving the enemy from invaded provinces and forcing unconditional surrender. Diaz’s troops, aided by French American and British units, captured keys positions and reached Trieste, ending Austro Hungarian resistance.
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Austria
Italy
Caporetto
Ttaly
Hun Kalttr
Jin
France
Palestine
Valdobhbiadene
Concettana
Albania
Vittorio
Itolans
Gon
Diaz
Monte Grappa
Torlup
Val. Susana
Trent
Vittoria
Cane
Danube
Germany
Monte
Brentau
Piave
Arditi
Berseguera
Agsiaro 2
Asiago
Diave
Alps
Trentino
Trieste
Arsternan Amsizin
West Crushes Cedar Rapids in Open Field Run Parade
West high defeated Cedar Rapids 13 to 0 on Locust Street field in a hard fought game led by Clyde Miller captain of the West team. Miller broke through for long runs behind strong interference and scored a touchdown, with a second major run in the third period and a successful kick. West’s defense and Merrill’s punting helped secure the victory as Cedar Rapids failed to cross midfield after several threats.
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West High
Cedar Rapids
Clyde Miller
Ld Rose and
Black
Capt. Miller
West
Hucchius
G. Miller
Hitchins
Cedar Ranids
Cedar Ranvids
Merrill
West Hich
Cedar Rauids
Miler
Cant
Frenk
Clyde Amer
Rey
Osher
Osher Fally Iron Owens, Lichty, V. Allen, Anacre Htchins
Odartin
al . G . Bermer
Barron
Kneon
M‘iier
Shane
Rantas
Calment
Hetme Antone
Teteread Knap
Hendarseen Owensoon
Harer
Brom
Gambler George Calling Sentenced for Concealed Weapon
George Calling, known for using a revolver to terrorize poker rivals, was sentenced to three months in jail for carrying a concealed weapon. The early morning game last week ended with his rivals winning a top jackpot he sought.
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George Calling
Jealnty
Calling
Ean
Gophers Bow To Iowa's Attack In Historic Win
Iowa City November 10 Displaying the best football Iowa has shown in years the Hawkeyes defeated Minnesota 6 to 0 in a homecoming crowd. Lohman scored in the third period after Iowa dominated play with steady gains and strong line work. Kingsley Laempi Donnelly and Lohman starred for Iowa while Minnesota produced limited threats and saw several passes intercepted or broken up.
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Iowa City
Iowa
Hawkeyes
Gophers
Rame
Lawa
Iis
Hawks
Mnnoesota
Minnesota
Lohman
Towa
Scote
Donnelly
Yardine
Kelly
Tory
Kingsley
Althe
Laempi
Culligan
Hawkeye
Donny
Reed
Ssiing
Leaman
Tonchaneen
Tex
Mirttran
Dalnes
Petores
Keltha
Michigan
Treat Em Well In France Keeps Soldiers Humanely Cared For
An article extols American relief efforts for Pershing's forces in France. It highlights Y M C A Knights of Columbus and Salvation Army support providing food chocolate entertainment and reading material. It notes hostels rest areas and educational programs strengthen morale and fighting effectiveness.
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United States
Gen. Pershing
Crusaders
France
Napoleon
Washington
Valley Forge
Wellington
Grant
Lea
Vaudelile
Sherman
Pershing
Young Men's Christian Association
Knights of Columbus
Salvation Army
Amerii
St. Manuel Salient
Army i
Knights ‘of Columbus
Salvation Lassies
Ameri
Newa
K. of C
Paris
Argonne
St. Mihiel
American Library Association
K. A.c
Old Song Episode Details Two Thieves Captured in Cornfield
Howard Holman, a farmer six and a half miles northwest of the city, nabbed two thieves in his cornfield after spotting evidence of recent robbing. He and neighbor Henry Rankie alerted authorities as the culprits fled with sacks and a hoe over their shoulders. Ed Blanchard and Will Pettit were taken to the police station. their wagon and corn were secured as evidence with further disposition pending.
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Howard Holman
Hol
Henry Rankie
Gether
Rets
Alse
Ed. Blanchard
Will Pettit
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ANCE
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Fume
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