Food rationing looming across Europe in crises
A UK France grain and meat rationing plan is reported with mandatory controls on butter bread and meat as shortages drive fears of widespread hunger. A British cable warns of grave anxiety while Paris signals compulsory rationing and price controls. Authorities pledge early implementation with queues forming in harsh weather.
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Letter From Wilson Praises YMCA War Work Council
New York readers at a mass meeting heard President Wilson praise the YMCA War Work Council for its patriotic service as a campaign to raise 1,760,000 dollars to extend its work was inaugurated. Robert Lavis of the American Red Cross lauded the healthy, able bodied American troops in France, noting only 310 sickness cases since October, mostly mumps and meningitis.
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Y. M. C. A. War Work Council
Wilson
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James Chishman
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Robert Lavis
American Red Grass
France
Held for Insulting Remarks
Enid Oklahoma Glenn Moody of Douglas was arrested on a county attorney warrant for uttering insulting remarks about the president. It is alleged Moody was overheard saying he hoped President Wilson would be the first man killed in the coming hive.
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Okla
Glenn Moody
Douglas
Moody
Wilson
Italy adopts drastic policy to boost army forces
Washington reports Italy has enacted a strict new policy to enlarge its armed forces. Physical requirements are changed and all men aged 18 to 24 previously exempt due to defects must now report for further examination.
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Washington, D. C
Italy
Royal Palace to Red Cross Headquarters Move
King Victor Emmanuel announced the royal palace will serve as the headquarters for the American Red Cross in a move signaling strong support. The designation underscores close ties between the monarchy and the humanitarian organization.
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Red Cross
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Victor Emmanuel
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American Red Cross
Oldest Rotarian Charles Woodward Dead in Anopolis
Charles Woodward aged 95, claimed world oldest Rotarian, died at his home. A civil war veteran born November 3, Wirfeld, Ohio, he joined Rotary as a charter member of the San Francisco club four years ago.
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News of the Week Cut Down for Busy Readers
A busy week recap from Washington covers Navy leadership changes, Army promotions, and debates over uniforms and provisioning. It notes Rear Admiral Fletcher’s relief, Army general officer nominations, Hoovers food policy remarks, Ordnance Bureau reorganization plans, and Senate probes into wartime contracts and railroad control.
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Fragmented 19th century notes on Nevada politics and rail service
A garbled report references Carl Hanser and a suicide in Wisconsin, Nevada senate appointment of Francis Newlands successor by Gov. Pioneer D Boyle, and railway moves in Pennsylvania and Mississippi. It mentions German agents, a fire in a Norfolk area, and disrupted shipyard shifts, with scattered names and places.
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Elko
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United States
Nevista
Francis GO. Newlands
Pioneer D. Boyle
Nevada
U S Teutonic War News and Allied Air Raids Rise Tension
National Guard massing for France dispatch with Houstons Hainois regiments among first three divisions. Washington speeds troop deployment following Colonel Hauns report on Allied war aims. Amsterdam Times correspondent notes German anxiety over American air invasion plans.
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Foreign German developments in the Fuarss negotiations
The London Dxity Chron gs indicates the UK likely to recognize the Leoine government in Russia. A Bolshevik foreign minister Leng Erotaky said Russia would not consent to German peace. if Conrad powers resist freeing destinies of Estlish and Getlish nations, defense of the Russian revolution would be necessary. Count Luxburg, famed envoy, is in Buenos Aires under medical observation. A Petrograd Times dispatch notes threats of punishment for passing French and American socialist writings. Norway alerts clergy about food shortages and wartime dangers for 1900, urging frugality. An estimate of 1,000 deaths from the Guatemala earthquake is reported by a New York telegram from the Central and South American Telegraph Co. mininger in San Jose.
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European War News From the Italian Front and Western Front
British war office reports a night raid in Italy capturing prisoners with slight losses. Western front 1917 prisoners total 74 349 with 1 officers and 542 guns captured. British merchant ships losses rise. reports of German raids and bombardment near Jerusalem and Padua with casualties noted.
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Disorderly Camp Dodge Rules Tighten Leave and Inspections
Camp Dodge tightens leaves of absence requiring staff approval for longer absences and orders inspections of barber shops and public venues. Transfers move officers to Camp Taylor and new fire practice orders for infantry are issued as 9000 troops prepare. Iowa boosts vital statistics laws, labor gains, and insurance leadership changes as vaccination and defense work expand across the state.
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Exemption Boards Open Work in Southern District
The southern district exemption board begins processing local board appeals under new draft laws. About 45,000 cases may reach the board, with 10,000 of these representing men exempted in the first draft. Chairman N. O. Ely notes the potential caseload depends on appeal ratios.
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Warning to Soldiers on Letters at Camp Dodge Muster
Rules about letters from soldiers in the national army at Camp Dodge were read at the monthly muster. Officials warn that information of military value often escapes training camps through letters. Soldiers told to be discreet when writing home.
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Fires, threats cited in Des Moines defense order
Soldiers warned of deadly acts to destroy government property and food stores. Guards to kill or capture anyone attempting arson as federal agents warn of German plots to disrupt food supplies. Des Moines fires and statements from Lt. Col. H. L. Cooper stress urgency and vigilance.
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Men Return to Work at Milwaukee Road Shops
Dubuque reports a satisfactory settlement between workers and road officials after protests over the discharge of about fifty men. About twenty women remained employed, and only the car department was affected. Superintendent Stapleton says the agreement reached is not yet public.
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Knoxville Girl Enlists for Red Cross Duty in France
Miss Mildred Gilson, youngest daughter of G. Gilson of Knoxville, enlisted in the Red Cross after gaining her father’s permission. She joined Major Donald Matres Red Cross hospital unit of Council Bluffs and is now on the Atlantic coast preparing to sail for France. She is a graduate nurse from the Methodist Hospital in Des Moines.
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Connolly Ordered to Report for Duty in Washington D C
Major Maurice Connolly, long at Chanute Rantoul aviation field in training, has been ordered to report for duty in Washington D C. No position announced. He has spent months at Rantoul and engaged in several flights while visiting family.
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Ames to Mark Service Flag Honor Roll for 77 Names
Ward M. Jones, alumni secretary of Iowa State College, reports eight hundred twenty names and seven Ames men in service will be represented by placards on the new service flag to be flown. The December Alumnus issue lists an honor roll of 77 Ames men in service.
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Iowa State College
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Pool Halls Close Early Cherokee City Order
City executive department orders pool halls to close at 2 80 oclock every evening except Saturday when closing is 10 oclock. The move aims to conserve fuel and light. Cherokee opera house closed for season for same reason.
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Captain Dulany Leaves Army Amid Readjustment Calls
Captain Dulany departs the Army after eight months of absence due to altered business conditions. He cites increased productive capacity for allied tractor engines and notes officers will be hed to fill his Battery F post. He was a missionary and son of a former lumberman from the river city.
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Unclear message from Guatemala city resident Hess
A Guatemalan city resident, Hess, says he believes his son is safe though he cannot hear from him. He attributes the lack of contact to poor service and possible disruption. Percy, a graduate of Iowa State University College of Engineering, notes COURUTY is an enemy. He later joined Grace & Co. as office manager in that city.
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Lowan Gets French Cross in Otumwa Letter Home
Lieutenant Walter Schafer of Ottumwa son of Mr and Mrs Schafer has been awarded the croix de guerre for his work raiding an enemy trench. He has served at the front for long and wrote his parents about the first American death in the sector and completing twenty days in the trenches. The croix de guerre is among the most prized service honors.
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Sohn M. Schafer
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Son of First Engineer Dead Blairstown
The funeral for Matt Temple, son of the world s first railway engineer, was held here recently. He died Christmas Eve at age 78. His father operated the first steam locomotive invented by George Stephenson in 1814. Temple was born in London in 1841 and came to the United States via Canada about fifty years ago. He served for many years as engineer on the Chicago and North Western railway.
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Chicago & North- Western Railway
Fire devastates Porter Tilrick Carriage company stock
Loss estimated at about 25000 dollars occurred in Des Moines when wind driven fire destroyed stock and building of the Porter Tilrick Carriage company. Subzero weather forced two families from nearby one story frame rear blocks to seek refuge with neighbors as flames threatened adjacent structures.
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Escape Flames Through Window in Lampton Block Fire
A restaurant and confectionery shop in the Tierney block was totally destroyed by fire. The blaze trapped residents on a window route but no families were rescued. Estimated loss around $20,000. Origin of the fire remains undetermined.
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Red Cross Cake Sale Raises 128 Dollars at Unique Theater
At the Unique theater revenue from an entertainment went to the Red Cross. A Christmas cake made by Mrs. N. J. Chanon was sold for 128 dollars with seventeen bidders. The final purchaser paid 20 dollars for the piece.
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Letter Reveals Lieut Col Maloy's France Return
An encouraging letter from Col Wiley to Mrs Thirg of Asta city describes Lt Col Matt Maloy of the One Hundred Sixth Infantry, long stationed near the Third town, as he nears France with signals from the Ways while awaiting orders. The colonel, after months in Camp France, is eager to see the boys and prepare for the regiment.
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