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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1917
Page
9
British Army HQ reports morale boosts as spring quiets the front. Soldiers, torn by war, find gentleness at home in fond memories of Tennessee and Kentucky tunes, while civilians plant and harvest near gun positions. Americans would join chorus if deployed.
Dr Wu Ting fang, China's foreign minister, told a semi annual Foreign Office dinner of Chinese students educated in the United States that China has embraced foreign ideas and fashions. He recalled the earlier distrust of foreign things and praised the gains from study abroad. He noted efforts by Li Hung Chang and Tseng Kuo fan to send students to America and the later spread of democracy.
A columnist argues that public acceptance of registration and conscription shows broad American acquiescence. He contends citizens differ little by profession in wartime duties, and that democracy means people think for each other when war is fought on a high plane.
The piece reflects on courage and duty in war, noting that young men feel drawn to adventure but may delay action. It contrasts attitudes of those registered for the draft with critics at home and asserts the right of those who served to demand courage in others, while older veterans counsel restraint.
The article argues war makes the world feel closer with Americans and foreign residents facing conscription. It envisions allied recruitment across borders and an emerging international framework limiting state sovereignty and deciding war and peace.
The text argues that soldiers and their dependents deserve public support, not reliance on private charity. It urges a formal, parliamentary approach as in Great Britain's example to foster justice and a united wartime spirit.
Christiania reports a ban on sending code telegrams in Norway. Only Scandinavian, French, English, and German are allowed. Telephoning is limited to Scandinavian languages, and wireless messages to ships at sea may only be sent by authorities.
Germans worldwide mark St Boniface day honoring the missionary bishop born in Crediton England in 680. He preached across Bavaria Thuringia Friesland Hesse and Saxony felling sacred trees to build churches and was slain with fifty two followers amid fierce resistance to early Christian conversion.
Newmarket England faces economic shock as government bans racing endangering the towns prestige and 10 000 residents livelihoods. Clergy and locals warn the race industry core to the towns economy and stall breeding while awaiting possible modified racing.
Stockholm reports Sweden's merchant fleet fell in the first quarter due to war or accident. Thirteen steamers totalling 22 932 tons, two motor vessels 2 623 tons, and six sailing ships 1 153 tons were lost. three steamers were lost by prize court decisions. The era saw a net fleet reduction of 42 ships and a 15 429 ton deficit against new tonnage. Many sailors have quit prospects of work under current conditions.
A comprehensive stock list shows items including No. 322-Fine Black Soisette with white collar details, No. 354Fine Black Soisette with various necklines, No. 311-Black and gray Mohair with high neck, No. 318-Fine Sicilian with high neck, No. 404-Fine Cambric with low neck, No. 451-Fine Cambric with high neck, and No. 409-Fine Soisette with variable sleeves. Complete stock and order options are noted with sizes and prices such as 3.75, 5.00, and 2.75.
German newspapers begin to voice suspicion about the Stockholm Socialist Conference, signaling concern over its aims and potential impact. Early editorials frame the gathering as a bloc of socialist reformers, hinting at hidden agendas and regional political repercussions.
Dr Inazo Nitoba warns in a popular business paper that two dangers threaten Japan during war the pro German illusion and the lure of luxury. He argues Japan did little fighting early and profited from war trade while some admire German ways. He cautions that German victory would threaten Orient peace and push Japan toward militarism and warlike wealth accumulation. He also denounces rulers who grew rich from war and their degenerating influence on society.
The Hague reports a government plan to establish a deserters camp at Brunsum, Limburg, housing 500 in wooden huts. Officials cite undesirable elements among visitors and note rising theft and similar offences as justification.
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