07 Feb 1918
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Newspaper
Alliance Herald
Location
Alliance, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1918
Page
1
Full 1918 annual report details a naval disaster that claimed 168 American soldiers. It covers the torpedo strike, casualty tally, and the ensuing investigation by the Con State Volunteer Firemen. The convention closes with tributes to fallen service members.
The 1918 annual Nebraska State Volunteer Firemen's Association convention convened in Fremont January 15 to 17 with over 500 delegates, the largest gathering in association history. Speeches by Harry Hauser John Cleland and Myron Corey urged war efforts and patriotism while sessions covered growth, legislation proposals, and mutual aid.
War department confirms loss of the British passenger ship Tuscania after a German submarine torpedoed it off the coast. About 231 missing, 168 American soldiers aboard, while 1700 plus guards and crews are reported saved. Survivors aided in Ireland by British and Belfast relief teams. details pending confirmation.
A correction states Haddorff Music House did not handle vic trolas and Wiker Music House holds exclusivity. Haddorff carries the Columbia label. Rodgers grocery assigns Dwight Zedicker to meat and Allie Farrar to groceries. Virginia Seth leads the Public Library Saturday storytelling at 3 o clock. all children urged to attend.
Box Butte Home Guards of Alliance plan a reorganization after officers resignations. Captain R C Strong and Lieutenants Hamilton and Pilkington step down while successors are elected. A meeting at the city hall armory Friday will nominate new officers to revive interest and attendance.
Farmers receive help from county agents and a representative of the Internal Revenue Bureau to prepare 1917 income tax returns due March 1. A new simple farm account book is promoted to track expenses and receipts for 1918, available free from the county agent.
Box Butte authorities report a levy targeting slackers identified within the county. Officials say the action will fund local services and public projects. Residents are urged to cooperate with inspectors and provide any needed information.
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