Flat wage rise threatens coal industry says union chief
Frank J. Hayes of the United Mine Workers warns that a proposed flat wage increase for all mine labor may trigger higher coal prices and disrupt production. He cites widespread bonuses by owners as the root cause, saying the practice endangers industry stability and prompts operators to seek investigation by the fuel administration.
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Drum is named chief of staff for First American Feld Army
General Pershing selects Colonel Hugh A Drum age 38 as chief of staff, a move noted as against precedent for a young, high ranking officer. Drum, son of Captain John Drum killed at Santiago in 1898, was the youngest regular army officer commissioned at eighteen. President McKinley awarded his father’s sword to the younger Drum. Industry debates bonus pay and labor shortages amid mining and wage concerns.
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Casualties and Bolshevik Claims Across The News
The Aug 16 casualty list reports Killed in action and Wounded severly names from Oshkosh to New York, with Pvt and Lt and sergeant listings across multiple states. A Moscow Reuters dispatch cites Bolshevik claims of Archangel positions and minor successes against Czecho Slovakia. An appeal to New York women for farm work and a Sept 30 extension for corporate tax return filings are also noted.
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British Artillery Wrecks Lines of Invaders Front Near Somme
British artillery pounded German positions along the eastern front near the Somme, causing heavy casualties to the attackers. Allied reports say ground was held and lines advanced slightly toward La Couronne, with continued firing along the front and reinforcements arriving. German ammunition dumps were reportedly discovered and destroyed as the battle persisted over 24 hours.
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Trial ends soon in I W W case before Judge Landis
Chicago aug 16 Tomorrow and Monday will see the close of the trial of the 101 Industrial Workers of the World before Federal Judge Landis Two for the defense remain to be heard George D. Smith testified about the Arizona mining strikes in 1917 alleging loyalty provisions and non citizen officers. then evidence linked to hoarding flour and arms and a sale ad for machine guns and ammunition. Swinging to Don Cossacks in Amsterdam reports claim victory near Zarakhin and talks of a joint central government. President Wilson golf outing in Manchester Mass and an Ireland case permit for Mrs Skeffington noted.
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All Roads Lead to War Savings Stamps at Fair
At the state fair grounds a massive War Savings tent will serve as the central hub. A sunburst layout will feature booths for each county with six girls selling stamps to boost funds. Officials say the drive could raise hundreds of thousands of dollars and surpass previous records, with county contests already underway. The effort includes theater trailers and active public engagement to ensure wide participation.
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