Red Triangle emblem history and YMCA role in war effort
An account explains the origin and symbolism of the red triangle used by YMCA and military services. It notes the emblem’s evolution, linking to English roots, the threefold human nature, and the Bible monogram, with calls for community support as Butte pursues a $10,000 drive to finish a new YMCA building for returning soldiers.
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Colton
Red Cross
Army
Gullick
YMCA
Springfield
Mase
England
Gulick
Christ
Butte
Mr. Colton
Onega Torpedoed Aboard by German Submarine
The American steamship Onega, 2636 tons, formerly Veuxenbaen and other names, was torpedoed by a German submarine off a Canadian Atlantic port. Twenty nine were saved and twenty nine missing. Captain Grownea reportedly landed. Survivors reached St John s on an oil tanker. other ships report torpedoing of British steamer Eserich and schooner Potentate. Bavaria builds suspension bridge with cables anchored to rock bluff.
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Grownea
Exon
Helfagt
Harber & Co
New York
Onewa
Rookdyne Stuckherson
Eserich
Hordeaux
Monreal
St. John’s
Elsie Porter
Lunenburg
Ova Scotia
Potentate
la Have
Nova Scotia
Bavaria
Labor Day Celebration Amid War Time Economy in Butte
Amid gray skies and rain threats, Butte labor councils held Labor Day events at the gardens with over 500 attendees. No parade due to war economy, funds redirected to war work. races and children events awarded prizes totaling over $100 in War Savings stamps. Winners include James Shearer, Thomas Ryan, Clem Turkhardt, and others across multiple union groups. the day featured dancing, band music, refreshments, and a focus on wartime sacrifice.
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Hutte
Butte
D. C. Burkard
Sa Hen
O'Prien
TF Toy Martin
J.T Huckrey
H.W. Smith
Thomas Evans
George Baker
C.J. Timithy
Tf. J. Skelly
James Shearer
Horsethoers Union
Thomas Ryan
Fathers” Union
Clem Turkhardt
Electricians’ Union
W. Goodland
Chinese Minister Murdered in Political Killing in China
A Chinese minister of Education for China, Pang Tui Lane, was shot in Victoria British Columbia. Tang Hui lune, former minister of the interior, killed outside a Chinese club and then killed himself. The event sparked police protection for prominent Chinese figures and sparked speculation about political motives.
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Victoria
British Columbia
Pang Tui Lane
China
Man Chew
Tang Hui Lune
Mah’ Chew
Rome
San. Brancisco
Opp
Chili
Potern
Tune
Great reception for Mr Gompers in Derby
Samuel Kent of the American and Joss Orning met in Derby as the Trades Union congress opened. The Jubilee event drew over 800 delegates. President J. W. Ogden urged workers to seize opportunities to end the war while rejecting dishonorable peace. He criticized the government for denying passports to an international labor conference and called for international solidarity among workers.
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Derby
England
Samuel Kent
Joss Orning
Wor
Inquest to Probe Miner Jack C Devitt’s Sudden Death
The coroner will hold an inquest into the death of Jack C Devitt a Black Rock miner who died suddenly after finishing his shift a few days ago. Officials will examine whether illness resembling pneumonia caused the death amid lingering uncertainty.
Christmas plans by retail interests in wartime limits
Reports indicate merchants agreed to curb holiday trade hours and deliveries to ease transport. Stores urged customers to bring their own bags and avoid shipping excess goods, with restrictions focused on Christmas shopping except for children's needs.
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Washington
Ndt
Alls
Hwa
Butteman Writes He 15 Wounded in France
Mes Anna Hoff man of 40 Walnut street waits for word from the war department on the nature of her son s injuries. The base hospital report says he was wounded and could not sit up, written from Christin base hospital where he is listed as a fireman. The note dates from Sept 23, 1917.
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Joe
Anna Hoffman
Walnut Street
War Department
Duis
Hottiman
Christin
Hutte
Dream Prophecy Of Ship Torpedo Sighting In Butte
A reader reports a vivid dream from last July in Butte matching a maritime disaster. She recalled a German torpedo strike, lifeboat scenes, sinking, rescue efforts, and a dawn aftermath, all aligning with events she later learned happened to an Amelia Ship.
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Butte Rtain
Wea
Hutte
Astral
Butte
Nome Ort
Madinich Funeral Held After Short Illness
Michael Madinich died after a brief illness and pneumonia. The funeral proceeded from Holy Trinity Church with a local hospital service and a state band in attendance. He lived in the area and was a member of the octets, survived by his family.
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Michael Madi
Holy Trinity Curch
Hunes
Tana
Madinich
Kaiser William to His Subjects in German Empire
Amsterdam dispatch reports Kaiser William pledges unity and sacrifice to secure an honorable peace. He asserts no enemy can shake the German empire if the people remain united, praising front and home efforts and the readiness for all sacrifices to defend their holiest rights. The message stresses steadfast resolve and resolute national loyalty amid ongoing trials.
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Amsterdam
Berlin
Herlin
Pursuing Enemy in East Siberia Reported by Allied Troops
An Allied official statement says troops operating in East Siberia near the Ayeraya river region are closely pursuing the enemy this afternoon. The Japanese office confirms continued retreat by hostile forces.
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Associated Press
Rokto
Widay
Sii
Ayeraya River
President to Tour on Speaking Campaign Across States
President Wit Washingto maps a tentative four stop speaking tour during the campaign period. The itinerary may reach the Pacific Coast and include a Grand Canyon visit if possible. Interest centers on tomorrow's Wisconsin primary and Republican contest as Gov. B. L. Philipp campaigns.
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Wit Washingto
Br Washington
Auiwaukee
Wis
Wisconsin
B.L Philipp
Nomination developments and troop movements noted
Roy P Wilcox reports party loyalty tests in Democratic and Republican contests for congressional nominations. Incumbents face rematches in several districts. Separately, Camp Lewis, Washington, announces arrivals from California and North Dakota with 10,000 men in place and 5,000 more to arrive tomorrow.
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Roy P. Wilcox
Jittemore Teeree
Reimers
IE Ve “Moenienpan
Clintons
Lewis
Camp Lewis
Wash
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