09 May 1918
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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1918
Page
1
Washington reports food administration enacts sugar limits to conserve supplies for home canners and essential food producers. Nonessential confectionery and beverage goods face reduced or cut off sugar, with distribution controlled by state authorities and certificates based on sworn production data.
London reports the appointment of Field Marshal French as lord lieutenant of Ireland and Edward Shortt as chief secretary for Ireland. French, renowned for command in France and Belgium, becomes successor to Lord Wimborne. Shortt, MP for Newcastle, takes the Ireland post amid postrevolt restructuring.
Germany answered a state department inquiry via the Spanish government stating that American prisoners are treated the same as prisoners of other nationalities. The dispatch emphasizes parity in confinement and care, aligning with international norms and disputing reports of unique mistreatment.
The Mear r Steel Barrel company plant for war material largely steel helmets was destroyed by fire after an explosion. The facility covered a full city block in Hunters Point Long Island and employed about 260 men. Estimated loss stands at $100,000.
Federal officials attribute the $625000 government warehouse fire at Wau-Kagan to inadequate fire equipment and city friction. They note the government held no stocks in the facility.
Two more units of American college women will embark soon for social service work in France. A second Smith College unit was organized locally and Barnard alumnae also plan a delegation overseas. Commander in Chief Foch’s authority has expanded to all western fronts after Italy joined the war, per Marvel Hutia in the Echo de Paris. Ned Egan is found shot dead in a downtown Chicago hotel, former Milwaukee club manager.
A broad roundup reports American plans to deploy one million troops in France by July 1, surpassing prior promises. It notes a German aircraft downed by Allied pilots near Toul, and 113 wounded arriving home for recovery. The message urges total support for the war effort and cites McAdoo urging Americans to fund the cause. A newly built Westerly ship was sunk in a collision but all aboard survived.
London reports two naval disasters with six officers and thirteen men missing. The sloop Cowslip was torpedoed on April 25 with five officers and one man missing, and torpedo boat No 30 foundered with one officer and twelve men missing. British casualties in April total 52,475.
A mix of wartime notes reports police actions and maritime losses. Arrests include Carl von Rodiger in New York held on 15000 bond for a May 8 hearing. Several ship collisions, drownings in the Mississippi at Reel Island, and a City of Athens sinking are recorded along with German alien enemy cases at Vassar and Honolulu. Government actions include shipbuilding boosts and internment calls, with aviation mishaps and court sentences noted.
Washington measures to add millions to the American army were introduced in the senate. Hoke Smith urged a 5,000,000 force, Reed proposed 3,000,000, and Poindexter called for 1,500,000. The Overman bill was passed to coordinate war departments. Wellington Koo predicted a China loan of 30 to 59 million dollars. Secretary Daniels aims to indict naval profiteers, and two cases are cited. King George II of Tonga is dead. Uruguayan minister De Pena died in Washington. Denmark votes show opposition gains. Charles Emperor offer to Italy reported. Holland yields to German demands on transport of sand and gravel. National service act postponement discussed, Ireland holds until after May 1. French submarine Prairial sunk after collision. crew rescued.
Iowa reports show war department calls for skilled workers, governors study renaming towns named after German cities, and a vast surge in class one registrations. Des Moines records Red Cross nurse signups, a Sioux City draft case, and state efforts to curb sugar and fuel shortages align with nationwide mobilization.
First Lieutenant Roswell T. Pettit M O R C G of Ottawa Ontario recounts the British Fifth Army retreat from St Quentin in Picardy during a brutal March battle. He details bombardments, advancing Germans in overwhelming numbers, tanks and machine guns, and his own role organizing an aid post amid heavy shellfire. Pettit chronicles days of movement, peril, and a final relief from duty with orders to report to the A B D W in Paris.
A description of a devout Russian congregation with quiet reverence. Worshippers enter solemnly, endure lengthy services that often extend two to three hours, and observe a contrast to noisier western practices.
A figure in the exchange setting focuses intently on a complex ritual. His steady concentration underscores the ceremonial importance, even as observers may not grasp all details.
Reports say a coat covered with 8300 elk teeth, weighing 28 pounds, was made by an Indian in Manitoba and sold nowhere near. a Steubenville dealer values it at 10000. The wearer is a prominent Elk member who uses the coat at all conventions, with a rival large cap of teeth.
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