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Newspaper
Carey Times
Location
Carey, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1917
Page
4
The article argues that selective conscription ensures equal burdens and benefits, reduces slackers, and yields a better class of soldiers. It claims a fair, non elitist system without a military caste, promoting capable leaders from within and creating a more efficient, willingly obedient army.
The article argues the government should protect young soldiers from temptations and cites broad public support for temperance. It notes southern sentiment against alcohol and reports Secretary Baker’s demand that mobilization areas curb saloons or risk relocation.
The article discusses the upcoming selection from the registered for the selective conscription law and warns against favoritism in exemptions and commission appointments. It urges vigilance against bribery and manipulated releases and calls for government watchers to follow any grounds for suspicion.
Mayor Chambers leads the drive to organize a local Red Cross chapter with meetings held to prepare. The piece lauds the Red Cross as a religious vindication amid world degradation and urges public support for the nationwide effort to raise one hundred million dollars for relief work.
Secretary Baker issued a letter to state governors urging cooperation to keep mobilization camps free of improper influences. He emphasized protecting young men drafted into service and preserving their health and vitality, with enforcement of state and federal law and possible relocation of camps if clean conditions cannot be achieved.
A Berlin telegram quotes Emperor William urging restoration of King Constantine of Greece. It declares divine right, vows vengeance on enemies, and promises support from Germany and its allies. The note ends with a offer to welcome Constantine in Germany and a cordial greeting from William.
In a secret session the Duma passed a resolution calling for an immediate offensive by ten Russian troops and rejecting a separate peace with Germany or prolonged inactivity. The measure argues that Russia must act in cooperation with its allies to safeguard the nation’s safety and liberties for future generations.
A May 28 dispatch reports the bar at the El Paso Country Club will close today due to the new army prohibition law. Nearby regimental clubs and about a score of saloons near army camps also shut down.
A reflective wartime editorial argues the U S entered World War I in self defense to preserve national honor. It recalls German aggression from Belgium to mines at sea, defends liberty, and insists America must defend its living spirit and moral standards against a hostile power.
The Literary Digest reports Secretary Lane condemns the spread of autocratic rule and warns that imperial ideals backed by a modern military machine threaten democracy. He argues Germany and its allies would demand Canada and enforce toll in man and money, ending peaceful dreams if unchecked.
Red Cross trained dogs are taught to locate wounded soldiers without barking. They return to base to signal for stretcher bearers and may carry a small item like a cap or handkerchief. Each dog carries a first aid kit to aid a wounded soldier until help arrives.
The Fox family expresses sincere gratitude to neighbors and friends for their support during their bereavement. They thank those who sent flowers and the Moose and Woodmen for services and those who provided automobiles for the funeral.
Mrs V. S. Chesebrough spent last week at Cedar Point as a delegate to the Grand Lodge of the Pythian Sisters. L G Hart represented the local lodge at the concurrent Grand Lodge of the Pythians.
John Heck and relatives including Mr. and Mrs. David Heck Mr. and Mrs. Will Heck and Mr. and Mrs. Cr Cram attended the funeral of David Sherrickv at Findlay on Wednesday. Sherrickv was a brother in law of John Heck. Engraved cards at the Times office.
Dr. C D Higgins is announced as successor to Dr. A E Constien at the Carey Ohio dental office near the post office. The notice identifies Higgins as the local dentist taking over from Constien.
Mrs Malinda Walter died Friday afternoon at 330 at her daughter Mrs Charles Hunter's home. Cause listed as indigestion and poor circulation. She was born Malinda Eschelman in Pennsylvania on July 18 1837 and died June 5 1917 aged 79 years 10 months 27 days. She married Samuel D. Walter in 1855. he died 1911. Funeral at St Paul United Evangelical Church at 12 30 pm Sunday. Rev J W Shock in charge. Pallbearers were grandsons John Walter Truman Updegraff Ray P Hunter Robert Walter Carl Walter Hobart Walter. Interment in St Paul cemetery. Surviving: Franklin Walter Mary Fry Adora Hunter William Walter Daniel Walter 49 grandchildren 9 great grandchildren.
The children of Mrs. Malinda Walters thank neighbors for help during our bereavement. Gratitude goes to donors of flowers, the minister and choir for funeral services, and St Paul church members for use of the church.
Rev C C Kennedy of Upper Sandusky preached at the M E Church here on Sunday morning. He was joined by J J Hulse A B Whitney and A K Hall of Upper Sandusky who spoke briefly on a new church financing system. Dr James W Gibson pastor of the local church preached at Upper Sandusky the same morning.
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