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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1917
Page
1
A proclamation makes the entire guard available to enter active service soon, signaling a broad mobilization or deployment readiness. The notice emphasizes universal eligibility and rapid readiness across units. Local authorities outline steps for service enrollment and timelines.
President Wise issued proclamation to mobilize all state troops into the U S Army. Draft approval delayed to Aug 5 to align mobilization of 14 camp sites across the southeastern department and two in the west. Guardsmen from New York Ohio West Virginia Michigan Wisconsin Minnesota North and South Dakota and others are detailed for early concentration camps before formal draft.
A Local Leader of the Industrial Workers of the World reports receiving a telegram stating that marine transport workers on the Pacific coast are prepared to strike in solidarity with the metal miners. The move aims to bolster ongoing strikes affecting the industry.
A large explosion at Mare Island navy yard in Vallejo California killed six people and injured forty more including officers and civilians. The blast damaged magazines and buildings, sent glass flying, and prompted a federal and military probe led by the commandant of the yard. Suspects possibly arrested, authorities cautious pending investigation.
Associated Press account reports Russian forces advancing in Galicia near Lemberg, shifting attack toward the west and north. Simultaneous gains threaten Austro German lines around Halicz and Stanislau, with French repelling German efforts near Chemin des Dames and limited British and Macedonian activity noted. Russian cavalry advances reach the Ke lfavka river area while evacuations occur along the Mesopotamian Persian frontier.
Amsterdam July 3 The Reichsrat main committee held confidential talks on internal and external politics attended by Dr van Rethmann Holwes and Bundesrat members. Speakers lament press breaches of secrecy and publication of false reports. Portland welcomes U S school teachers for wartime NEA convention.
The year’s food crop totals rise by about one billion bushels from last year with corn wheat oats and white potatoes all set for record or near record yields. Officials credit farmers for meeting President Wilson’s wartime appeals and note favorable conditions across many states while some regions face moisture limits and earlier cool starts.
In today’s Standard report a strike at Hutte draws a presidential call to guard forces as a fatal explosion strikes Mare navy yard. News notes show rising food crop production, a control bill debate, fugitives, enlistment tales, bread prices, and a strong banking sector led by major firms including Anaconda.
A brief weather note indicates cooler conditions on Tuesday followed by more pleasant skies on Wednesday. No significant precipitation expected across the region with temperatures easing into comfortable ranges.
Reports indicate end of strike food control is not far away as negotiators regroup. Senate leaders remain at odds over the prohibition feature amid ongoing talks and mounting pressure from industry and public groups.
In a tense meeting, electricians and union leaders debated an agreement that could end a two week strike. Dunn pressed for acceptance while other unions weighed backing, amid broader industry doubts and proposals to reframe labor terms. The outcome hinges on tomorrow's vote and cross union support.
The Austrian cabinet decides to resign and form a new ministry as the Lokal Anzeiger reports. The move affects the current premier and government leadership amid ongoing political reshuffles.
The International presidents urge use of conscription to force striking miners back to work. Leaders say government may conscript for industrial work to support the war effort. Washington teachers and miners resist settlements, while protests warn of a possible hinter to return to the mines. The talk centers on rapid settlement to avoid compulsory labor and keep war production steady.
On Saturday the American steamer Massepan was sunk by a German submarine. The crew was landed at the small island of Sein, about 38 miles southwest of Brest, France.
Secretary Daniela asked Congress today to appropriate 15 million dollars for naval aeronautics, signaling expansion of research and development in military air operations.
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