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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1917
Page
1
A historical report notes a large prisoner count exceeding fifty two thousand, highlighting a major influx or custody figure. The piece emphasizes scale and implications for institutions and authorities managing the detainees.
Reports from Allied and German sources describe extended British and French advances on a twenty mile front from Loos to Arras and a fifteen mile front north of Aisne with gains around Vimy ridge and Rheims. German losses include 52,000 prisoners and hundreds of guns while Italian actions on the Isonzo face counter moves. Czech, Brazilian and Trans-Caucasian developments are noted.
A brief note on prisoner totals and military losses appears amid general news items. The page lists air strength concerns, recruitment trends, and references to submarine bases, with related commentary on national defense and public service topics.
Washington reports indicate Germany seeks control of Margarita island off Venezuela to establish a submarine base. The State Department has passed the advisories to Caracas for consideration, with officials noting concern over possible German efforts to gain influence and the Monroe Doctrine implications. Margarita’s location near the Panama Canal underscores its strategic naval value.
Washington outlined European nations needs totaling 971 million bushels for human and animal use. Hoover warned the United States cannot supply all, urging export controls and waste elimination. He said U S and Canada could export 600 million, possibly 800 million if crops improve, risking reduced wheat for American consumers. Hoover denied buying the crop for distribution.
Berlin reports the German government reiterates Americans may depart Germany without hindrance. An under secretary of foreign affairs told the Associated Press there is no basis to rumors of detentions, and passports may be issued with time and occasional minor inconveniences. Officials promise equal treatment to U S and other nationals.
Brazil's president signed a decree to utilize German ships in Brazilian ports and intern the crews. Forty six vessels totaling 240,778 tons are laid up in ports, led by the Blu cher of 12,330 tons, with 33 ships over 4,000 tons each. Brazilian crews have boarded the ships as the transfer takes effect. Ambassador Iswolsky resigns as Russian envoy to France is accepted by the provisional government.
Special Dispatch reports F. E. Willard, division superintendent of the Milwaukee railroad, found dead in his Elks temple room in Missoula. Entry was made through a temple bath room window by Elks secretary C. E. Johnson after Willard failed to report to his Milwaukee offices. A note asked to avoid an inquest and to minimize publicity. Willard, described as despondent at times, had been in Missoula four years and previously supervised Northern Pacific in flood duty in 1908. His daughter Gladys, living in Missoula, was notified.
Washington reports plans for a $4,000 free government life insurance policy for all officers and enlisted men in military and naval service. The scheme, urged by the commerce department, would be run by a government insurance bureau with premiums paid by the state during peace and potential post war arrangements with private companies. It aims to boost morale by assuring dependents would be cared for if a service member is killed.
York June 2 A renewed protest from mine workers declares no representative from the mine workers was appointed to the committee on coal production under the council of national defense. It opposes the committee's program and accuses officials of curtailing union activities while stressing the essential role of coal in wartime production and national security.
In Springfield on June 2 secrecy cloaked the search for Lloyd Keet the 14 month old son of banker J Holland Keet who vanished Wednesday while his parents attended a dance at the Country club. Rumors swirled that a $6000 ransom had been paid and the boy would be returned soon but no trace of him or abductors was found. The father vowed to keep faith with the kidnappers and awaited the boy’s return.
Yonkers N Y June 2 Alten L Benson former president hopeful on the socialist ticket last election declares at his home he will resign from the party unless it repudiates the anti draft resolutions adopted at the St Louis convention in April indicating serious intra party dispute with key policy statements and leadership.
Agents of the department of justice raided the offices of Alexis Georgian editor of a socialist publication and seized more than 25 000 leaflets said to contain anti conscription matter. The circulars were to be distributed tomorrow and Monday throughout Minneapolis.
A staff correspondent reports across the British front in France that aerial combat increases in intensity. German planes collapse after attacks, use of clouds as screens confounds observers, and German working parties are seen near the lines with prisoners nearby. East of Arras the front is a ragged line of shell craters and short trenches, complicating defense and offense as raids and counter raids continue.
Nearly 100 young Americans enlist for the Second Montana regiment with four colored youths among them. Recruits will meet at 6 pm at the courthouse, march to the Northern Pacific station, and depart at 7:30 pm for Missoula aboard a special No. 4 car. Recruiting officer Carr notes Rotary Club aid for a band and parade, with the flag decorated motorcars leading. Several men and boys, including Marvin Taiton and Frank Monroe, enlistments detailed, while others await registration closes. The state effort aims to fill volunteer numbers to avoid conscription as registration nears.
In the downtown district a running gun battle sparked by gunmen from Suey Sing Tong left several dead and bystanders hit as the clash escalated late today. Police warned the confrontation could involve more violence as investigations continue.
Western Front dispatch details a French report on German assaults near Rheims from May 20 to May 30. German forces suffered heavy casualties while trying to retake hill positions, with Mont Cami ll et tunnel facilities revealed and the garrison killed or captured during a French counterattack. French artillery limitations noted after the success.
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