Alaska and the War Drives Away Skilled Workers
Alaska faces a labor drain as young, red blooded workers join wartime efforts, leaving mining, fisheries, and other developing industries short of manpower. The piece notes government transport subsidies and milder climates attracting settlers, but war incentives pull residents away, challenging territorial economies and prompting appeals to stay. It discusses a political context around congressional inquiries and the President's wartime plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alaska
Alaskan
Ohio
States
These People Of The Schools Inspiring Youth Power
A reflective meditation on the rise of young students filling future roles. The piece praises the gradual shift as pupils increasingly replace older workers, noting the unnoticed transition over years and the delight in continual renewal.
Hughes as Investigator Shapes Notable State Probes
Charles E. Hughes is renowned as a legal director of investigations. His leadership on the New York gas inquiry and the NY state life insurance probes made him a national figure, exposing efforts to shield misconduct and earning praise for decisive, publicizing action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles E. Hughes
New York
New York City
Insurance Department of
New York State
Hughes
Wilson
Our Sporting Spirit Drives Faster Ship Production
The article praises American workers for surpassing records in rivet driving and ship construction during wartime prep. It notes rivets approaching five thousand in a day and a 27 day keel-to-crew timeline for the ship Tuckahoe, arguing American industry excels in rapid production and standardization, outpacing German rivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Berlin
Bonds After the War Promise High Postwar Prices
The piece argues government bonds remain the safest investment and will rise above par after the war. It notes bonds could fetch up to 120 per 100, with Civil War highs near 139, and advises holders to avoid selling unless necessary, as patient investors will gain most when peace returns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Living Up to Their Face
An editor argues that judging people by looks is unreliable as height and features do not determine intellect or character. He notes lofty individuals may lack real insight while small figures can excel in leadership and performance. The piece warns against measuring people like machines and rues the unfairness of such shortcuts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Congress
Nature’s Equal Justice for Minds Behind Appearances
A reflection on ending bias by valuing intellect over appearances, arguing that deserving people may be unattractive yet possess noble minds. It suggests life gains mystery when outward looks do not dictate worth.
Two Big Americans George F Burba
Taft and Hughes emerge as model citizens amid wartime national need. The piece praises Taft for loyal wartime service and Wilson administration support, while lauding Hughes for accepting duties during the war and pledging faithful, effective service.
Fear as unselfishness in war says Coningsby Dawson
In The Glory of the Trenches Dawson argues fear is selfishness and courage grows from unselfishness learned in war. Soldiers shed selfishness when trained and fight for comrades, making death bearable if it protects teammates and loved ones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coningsby Dawson
Too Particular People Missing Life’s Simple Pleasures
A reader opines that perfectionists spoil travel joy by policing hotel service room comfort and train temperature. The truly happy person adjusts to imperfect surroundings and finds enjoyment in the moment despite flaws.
Not Too Particular Brother Lives Longer If Less Worried
The piece argues that a man who is not too particular and accepts the inevitable will live longer and better than a brother who is overly exacting. It emphasizes adaptability and making the most of every situation for better living.
How Our Army Is Organized in World War I
Article details U S military structure from company to army corps, explaining unit sizes, command, and roles. It notes three troop classes regular army, state militia, and drafted men, and highlights rapid mobilization with 90,000 soldiers to France in early May and projections of 300,000 monthly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Leslie
United States
Europe
Sach Leutenant
Ifantry
Uncle Sam
How & An
America
France
Davenport
Orr
Regular Army
J. H. Kellogg
Getting Results and a Grim War Outlook
Washington reports more than 200000 American troops sent to France and England in May and another 200000 in June. By Christmas, 2000000 may be in Europe, as Uboat losses decline and U.S. ship production increases. The War Department opens its planning, urging speed and transparency to show German opponents the strength of democracy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. Y. World
Washington
France
England
Field Marshal Haig
Europe
Germany
United States
War Department
War Chest Drive Shows Columbus Model for Civic Fundraising
The Columbus Dispatch lauds the city’s unified approach to the Guernsey County War Chest Fund, noting other cities run multiple drives for Liberty Loan quotas. It argues business methods ensured prompt subscription and avoided disrupting local commerce, praising the streamlined campaign as a strong, efficient plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus Dispatch
Guernsey County War Chest Fund
Red Cross
New York
Boston
Philadelphia
Pittsburg
Cincinnati
Cleveland
St. Louis
Columbus
As & City
Community Resolve Voices Support for Installment Payments
Citizens pledge to meet installment payments promptly, expressing appreciation for ongoing national efforts and faith in fellow residents and the country. The statement urges unity and continued financial commitment across cities.
Judge Turnbaugh Defers Petit Jury to Fall Orde
The Jeffersonian notes that Judge Turnbaugh will not convene a spring petit jury and will postpone jury work until fall to ease farm labor shortages. It argues most civil cases can wait, and the court may enforce this plan if litigants object.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turnbaugh
Common Pleas Court
Our Apparent Decad e
A fragment discusses national decline in mental and moral health with claims of widespread defects and army disqualifications. Includes quotes from Dr Kellogg and various moralizing notes urging self improvement and prudent action.
Community Notes From Buffalo And Cambridge Visits
Local social items report visits and calls across Buffalo Derwent Cambridge and Senecaville. Names include Mrs Roy Kackley Octa Albin George Joy Reta McLaughlin Omer Campbell Mariah Campbell and Watkins James with others: J J Williams Sr Mosko and Lloyd Trott traveling for training camp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mies Leel Clendenning
Derwent
Roy Kackley
Pleasant City
P. M. Albin
Octa Albin
Cambridge
George Joy
Reta McLaughlin
J. B. Neeland
Omer Campbell
Senecaville
Mariah Campbell
Watkins James
J. J. Williams
Duo Mosko
Lloyd Trott
Canton
Columbus
Jerry Sandy
Mr. Ramsey
Byesville
Irish Ridge Commencement Noted in Birmingham
Monroe township commencement was held at Birmingham Friday night. The young people acquitted themselves with credit. Mrs. Price Kail of Gilmore visited Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Hursey. Oakley Brainger visited New Philadelphia relatives. Mr. and Mrs. A Brannger and Goldie Edwards went to Newcomerstown. Mrs. Etta Dawson went to Camp Sherman. Clancy and Van Nostran of Canton spent the weekend with Mrs. Dawson. Mrs. J W Rich and daughter Bess of Senecaville were in the city shopping Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe Township
Birmingham
Price Kail
Gilmore
Ernest Hursey
Oakley Brainger
New Philadelphia
A. Brannger
Goldie Edwards
Newcomerstown
Etta Dawson
Camp Sherman
Ys Clancy
van Nostran
Canson
Antrim and Others Share News of Visits and Weddings
Samuel Douglass returns home after a month with sons John and George in Oklahoma. Rollo McBride visits his parents after eight years away while Thomas Carson and Martha Thatcher wed recently and were serenaded Thursday. Local residents travel to Magnetic Springs for health treatment and Camp Sherman with friends and relatives sharing updates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Douglass
John
George
Oklahoma
Rollo McBride
Northwestern States
James McBride
Charles Carson
Martha Thatcher
Elmer Carson
Madden
Otha Boyde
Magnetic Springs
P. H. English
Martha Lee
EK. M. Anneshausley
Kenmore
Anneshausley
Kate English
Clarence Woodburn
Howard Long
Earl Morrison
Cambridge
Camp Sherman
Margaret Thomas
Gon .Christie
Cleveland
Sarah Morrison
Mattie Bond
Teel
Willspoint
Texas
Charles Sheppard
Carver
War Chest Fund
Turner McBride
Fairpoint
Lloyd Adair
Loraine
Adams
Local Social Roundup From Fletcher's Castoria Notes
A crowded social column lists visits and gatherings around Bailey's Mills Jamesville Quaker City and nearby areas. Families including the Bakers Clegg Forbes Broomballs and Shoter sisters share weekends with relatives. The community announces children's services at the local place Sunday June 6 with a brief program and an open invitation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clyde Baker
Percy ‘Shooter
Bailey's Mills
Ross Clegg
Jamesville
Paith
Gilbert Long
Near St. Johns
T. N. Forbes
Howard Broomball
Kenwood
T. W. Broomball
Abel Brown
Mary
Versa
Barnesville
Frank Deal
Thelma Forbes
Earl
Camp Sherman
George Gallagher
Cambridge
Ruth Cowgill
Quaker City
Earl Reed
Wilmer Hall
Isaac Reed
Love City
Local Families Note Seasonal Visits and Travels
Salesville R D 2 reports Howard Long and Mrs. Belle Bonnell visiting near Brady. James Meredith and Nellie Meredith stay with T A Ables at Londonderry area. Delbert Enos returns from Akron. Long and Clarence Woodburn head to Camp Sherman. Mary and Bessie Beggs with Dwight Pulley visit Vermillion residence. L L Meredith and Wash Meredith visit London Derryle home. Allie Grey from New Concord visits H E Grey family for a few days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Long
Belle Bonnell
Brady
James Meredith
Nellie Meredith
Londonderry
T. A. Ables
Delbert Enos
Akron
Clarence Woodburn
Camp Sherman
Mary
Bessie Beggs
Antrim
Dwight Pulley
Clarence Vermillion
Reeport
Ll. D. Meredith
Wash” Meredith
W. M. Long
J. A. English
Allie Grey
New Concord
Mrs. H. E. Grey
Also Mentioned on This Page
George F. Burba
MR. Hughes
William H. Taft
Republican Party
Taft
Judge Hughes
Supreme Court
Longfellow
Benjamin Franklin
Lowell
Elizabeth Stuart Phelps
Maltbie Babcock
Buffalo
J. W. Rich
Bess
Castoria
Children Ory
Fletcher
Spencers Station
Fletcher’s
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