Wilson urges immediate war against Austria-Hungary
President Wilson delivers a ringing address to Congress urging immediate war against Austria-Hungary while stopping short of declaring war on Turkey and Bulgaria. He insists peace is impossible until Germany is beaten and the nation remains united in purpose as applause erupts across the chamber.
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Americans Cross Border in Rio Grande Clash
Indian Texas December 4. After two fights with Mexican bandits in the past three days, the Big Bend river front is under arms as U S troops guard against further cross border fire and raids. Private Keist was wounded yesterday when border troops crossed and killed 12 bandits. Col George Langhorne says reinforcements can wipe out any retaliation by the outlaw group led by Chico Cano.
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Trial of Gaston B Means Continues in Maude King Case
In Concord North Carolina on December 4 the defense in the Gaston B Means murder trial presented doctors and experts arguing Mrs Maude A King could have inflicted her fatal wound. Witnesses including George W Means firear ms expert and Dr P R McFadgen testified self injury was possible though unlikely. The court ordered a site inspection of King killing premises for today while coverage noted small audience and slow proceedings.
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Armistice Talks and Shifts Across World Fronts End
Allied forces seal control of German East Africa as the territory's 384000 square miles fall to British Belgian and Portuguese troops after a nearly three year campaign. Inter Allied talks at Paris close with no public statement. Russian emissaries seek armistice with Prince Leopold of Bavaria.
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Congress Awaits Wisdon Program For Legislation
Congress faces limited time before Christmas with the war likely to dominate the agenda in the new year. General legislation may be considered, but foreign and defense questions will steer proceedings.
President Wilson to Address Congress on War Policy
Washington awaits the 12:30 p.m. joint session as President Wilson prepares to outline the legislative program amid war focus. Analysts expect war measures dominate the session with votes possible on a declaration against Germany’s allies. leaders indicate limited room for non war legislation in the opening week.
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Railroads' Petition Denied by ICC
Washington December 4 the Interstate Commerce Commission denied Western railroads request to raise commodity rates on iron and steel in the Northwest and from points near the Mississippi to the West but allowed filing of rates slightly above present levels.
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War Resolution Declares United States at War with Central Powers
A joint resolution declaring a state of war exists between the United States and Austria Hungary Bulgaria and Turkey was introduced in the Senate by Senator Pittman for Senator King of Utah and referred to the Foreign Relations committee without action.
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Thrilling trapeze and car- Tug of strength for Tobacco Fund
Harry Rich, famed trapeze performer, will perform three nights this week atop the Trust Building at Market and Trust streets. He plans a sensational aerial act and, on the second night, will pull three loaded automobiles by his teeth. All proceeds go to the Tobacco Fund, with crowds urged to contribute nickels and dimes.
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Believes a Raider Is in the Pacific Reported
A ship’s captain told friends in San Francisco that a German raider was operating in the Pacific and using improvised signals to lure targets. He described being warned by wireless to expect a raider and observed a vessel flashing lights like an aflame to attract ships about 18 miles south of Capulco at night.
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Armistice Signed Between Russia and Germany
An armistice was signed at Prince Leopold of Bavaria's headquarters in London and Amsterdam dispatches report it is valid for 48 hours.
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Germany
Leopold of Bavaria
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General Staff Surrenders to Bolsheviki Authority
Petrograd dispatch reports Ensign Krylenko telegraphed that the general staff, which had refused to recognize Bolshevik authority, has surrendered. The move marks a key shift as Bolshevik control expands over military leadership.
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Battle Becomes Imminent Near Vitebsk As Forces Mobilize
Telegram from Krylenko's adjutant says detachments from the Petrograd garrison led by Ensign Krylenko clash with Cossacks around Vitebsk. Circulating reports claim General Korniloff escaped custody amid tension following the Kerensky government.
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Germany Faces Decision as Trench War Yields to Open Combat
The War Department reports Secretary Baker's weekly review ending December 1, noting Germany cannot endure western trench warfare. Pressure on the western front drives Italian invasion and German attempts to recover Cambrai. The trend shows increased movement and a shift from trench warfare to open fighting.
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Germany
War Department
Baker
Italy
Cambrai
Armistice In Operation On Russo German Front
Bulletin from German headquarters reports an actual armistice already in operation in sections of the Russo German front. The bulletin was filed from Berlin via Amsterdam to London on December 3.
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Amsterdam
London
War Resolution Moves Through House and Senate
Chairman Flood of the House Foreign Affairs committee announced he will introduce a war resolution tomorrow morning and convene the committee tomorrow afternoon with a forecast that it will pass both Houses by Friday night. Senate Majority Leader Martin said the Senate will be ready to pass a resolution next Friday declaring war against Austria. The draft is expected to come from the State Department with limited opposition anticipated.
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Austria
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Dukhonin Killed After Lynch-Like Incident in Russia
Petrograd reports General Dukhonin who became commander in chief was killed after being thrown from a train following the seizure of Mohilev by Ensign Krylenko. The event is described as the result of lynch-law and was officially announced by the Russian war office.
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Hood Would Pension Lighthouse Keepers
Congressman George Hood reintroduced a bill granting a 20 percent salary raise for lighthouse keepers and a pension after 30 years of service. He called for recognition of their isolated lives and the need for retirement support after decades of duty.
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Medical experts debate cause of Mrs King’s death in inquest
Doctors testifying in Concord discuss whether the fatal wound was self-inflicted or caused by someone else. Dr P R McFadyen noted it is possible Mrs King fired the shot. another physician. Dr McFadyen previously testified as a State's witness. The coroner’s inquest followed extensive argument and a juried retirement.
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