10 Jul 1918
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1918
Page
1
A head on collision between two Nashville railway trains near Dutchman Bend, five miles from Nashville, killed at least 100 people, mostly Black workers, and injured many more. Rescue and investigations followed as officials sought to determine cause.
The Railroad Administration announced that George R. Loyall, assistant to the Regional Director for the South, is sent to Nashville Tennessee to investigate the wreck of the Nashville Chattanooga and St. Louis line. He is charged with fixing individual responsibility if possible.
Partly cloudy in Ohio Indiana and West Virginia with little temperature change. Kentucky fair Wednesday and possibly Thursday. Report includes station data with highs in the 60s to 90s, precipitation near zero to light in most areas, and July 9 1918 Cincinnati records comparing temperatures Humidity winds and rainfall with prior years.
Ralph P. Merritt, California Food Administrator, tells Advertising Clubs that American voluntary savings funded wheat shipments in 1917 18. He cites Hoover sending Lord Rhondda the final 1917 wheat harvest guarantees and notes 170 million bushels landed by September 1918 with 150 million tied to American voluntary savings.
Paris July 9 A Basel dispatch reports the German Emperor accepted the resignation of Dr. Richard von Kuehlimann the Foreign Secretary. Admiral von Hintze is expected to succeed him. Von Kuehlmann had served since August 6 1917 and faced Reichstag controversy over his June 25 speech questioning war outcome.
The House Ways and Means Committee opened executive sessions as Treasury proposals for an $8 billion revenue bill were discussed. A tentative list ranged from luxury autos to jewelry and high priced clothing, with a possible graduated tax on household staff including chauffeurs.
Washington reports indicate a proposed program to aid Russia under President Wilson includes sending American businessmen with armed guards to Russia. The plan aims to counter German influence and reassure Russians that aid is not for a single power, with international participation likely. Movements toward peaceful penetration gain entente approval, while Archangel and Kola routes are discussed for relief efforts.
Herbert Mayer reporting from Vienna describes growing food scarcity in Austria as of July. Passing crowds aboard trains begged for scraps, Emaciated civilians blamed the government for limited rations. The journey from Jassy to Berne took four days with guards and limited crossings.
Washington July 9 Instructions from Provost Marshal General Crowder order local Draft Boards to stop permitting registered men to choose their branch when volunteering. Officials say no action yet to bar voluntary Navy enlistments for Class 1, and Secretary Ker and General Crowder discuss the issue without a final decision.
Washington reports completion of 23 ships totaling 122,771 deadweight tons in the first week of July, bringing the year’s total to 223 new vessels under the Shipping Board with 1,415,022 tons. Of these, 218 vessels are already in service and the July pace suggests annual output near 5,000,000 deadweight tons if sustained.
London July 9 John Robert Clynes Parliamentary Secretary to the Food Control Department has been appointed to succeed the late Viscount Rhondda as Food Controller.
The Senate discussed an amendment to an $11 million emergency appropriation bill to prohibit manufacture and sale of intoxicants during the war but did not vote. Debate centered on possible replacement by a government control resolution for telephone and telegraph lines with Penrose expected to press a point of order against the amendment. Senate adjourned early as committee explanations were lacking amid Prohibition forces claiming delay by opponents.
An American sanitary unit led by A. K. Kendall arrived in Guayaquil to assist in eradicating yellow fever. The Rockefeller Foundation sent the four doctors and six nurses who received an enthusiastic reception.
Senate Interstate Commerce Committee vote 7 to 3 to report without amendment a House war control resolution for telegraph and related systems. Carlton, Western Union president, argues no military necessity and opposes unionization, urging return of assets in good condition if taken. Ten senators attended the session amid debates over censorship and government ownership.
A British submarine off the east coast of England was attacked by German seaplanes on July 6. One officer and five men were killed and the vessel, slightly damaged, was towed to harbor. Berlin reports two British subs C-35 and C-51 badly damaged near the Thames mouth with C-35 in sinking condition.
Ambassador Noon of Argentina, back in Washington with High Financial Commissioner rank, seeks a $40,000,000 loan from the United States. He arrives after docking at Hampton Roads with three secretaries and plans immediate talks with Secretary Lansing and other officials. He notes Argentina ships goods to the Allies but lacking transport capacity and aims to secure more ships for trade.
A Columbus committee led by Attorney General McGhee and State Auditor Donahey will travel to Washington with Governor Cox to urge rebates on higher freight rates for existing road contracts. Contractors warn they face losses between 400000 and 500000 dollars if relief is not granted.
In New York a federal court trial centers on John J. O Leary charged with aiding his brother Sinn Fein leader Jeremiah A O Leary to escape pre trial. Defense attorney Felder claims a frame up and challenges evidence while an exchange over a raid and seizure prompts name calling in court.
Washington July 9 F S Holbrook former vice president of Wells Fargo Express Company is appointed manager of the new mail and express section created in the railroad administration.
The report notes naval and army units facing continued action on the Albanian front. Italians push defense and supply lines amid heavy weather and shifting positions.
London dispatch notes uneasy German mood over British Murman coast landing while Allied forces press on the Lys to Champagne fronts. French advance northwest of Antheuil cuts German maneuver space as repulsed attacks are reported near Somme and Villers Cotterets. Italian cavalry strike reaches Austrian rear with bridges over the Semini River destroyed, advancing about fifteen miles.
Italian army officers report Austrian prisoners recently captured in northern Italy show little awareness of U S involvement in the war. A U S Military Mission car stopped near the prisoners, prompting one to ask in English what was happening. He expressed hope the Americans would press forward to win the war so he could go home.
Allied offensive in Albania advances with Italian infantry capturing Fieri and key heights. Over 1,300 prisoners taken as Italian cavalry outflanks near Mala Castra Bridge and targets bridges along the Semin River.
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