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Newspaper
Dermott News
Location
Dermott, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1917
Page
3
Attorney J D Arpuckle explains 1912 legislature reforms affecting Chebin county Quorum Courts and their meeting schedule. The piece notes the court will convene on the fourth Wednesday monthly and outlines procedural shifts and leadership roles within the new framework.
WT adeoled cue Nttek and Hank ud Seutenane of Vemgerbe Wenpaing attended a September meeting at Fivereville. Camp Pike construction advances under government oversight. Major John oversees Cane Pie funds. Bonets free banks in Darrian square forecast October 27 dedication. M. Matthews of Aplin arrives from Worth with three carloads of cattle. Newport High School purchases Liberty bond from pupils and teachers. Arkansas Council of Defense urges vaccination compliance through county health boards. J L Franks elected mayor to replace R F Kirkpatrick who resigns for a job in Marked Tree.
Citizens urged to donate to Red Cross as Women of Nation join in food conservation drives. Campaign runs October 23 to November 4 with events in New York and five other districts. Public demonstrations and charity drives call for saving meat and wheat to support fighters.
The article discusses the recruitment of women into military service, noting gender roles in training and duties. It describes how women appear in the process, with references to discipline and expectations, while emphasizing that they do not participate in marching or combat. It contrasts women’s responsibilities with male roles and mentions societal attitudes toward women in the armed forces.
A damaged note discusses possible US participation in a conference in Paris with deference to a defanitory law. It mentions Secretary Louis authorizing Mirabers and the United States weighing joining the gathering among nations.
Copentigen-New gas orders threaten Malt rations as consumers face coal shortages and rising fear. France receives $20 million more from the U.S. to support loans, bringing total aid to over $2.73 billion. In Stockholm the Dagblad reports Germany backing a revolution in Finland with submarines delivering arms and ammunition along the Baltic coast.
Petrograd reports that the Russian battleship Slava has been sunk after a lengthy engagement where Russian warships held off the German fleet for a considerable time.
The alien property custodian will hold property or money for the end of the war and may invest funds in Liberty bonds. Transfers to enemy or allied debts are restricted and property or funds may be directed by Congress.
Three men died when a Union Pacific freight locomotive boiler exploded west of Laramie Wyoming. The accident struck as a westbound train moved through the area causing a fiery derailment and wreckage along the tracks.
Toluca reports the government is dividing several large haciendas into smaller properties and selling them to small holders on long time terms. In Chicago three world series players will enter the theater stages Buck Weaver Eddie Cicotte and Benny Kauff have accepted acting offers.
A U S transport torpedoed by a German submarine on its homeward run after war duty. About 70 men missing likely lost while 167 survivors include officers, ship master, crew, and some Navy enlisted men and soldiers. Search and rescue by warships prevents further casualties.
The vote by union members in Olbina Ontarians and northeastern U S and Eastern Canada recommends wage increases of about 20 percent for conductors, brakemen, baggage men, and yardmen. The referendum passes unanimously and if sustained, negotiations with railroad companies will start.
The Food Administration appeals to Americans to cut sugar use to ease a shortage threatening the Eastern states. No relief before late November as Hawaiian and Western beet crops reach markets. Public laxity and exports to France cited as main causes.
London reports immense spending by Germany to sway public opinion in neutral countries. Authorities say expenditures will exceed 80 million dollars, funding propaganda campaigns and efforts to influence morale and perceptions abroad.
Word was received that 10 commissioned officers and 10 non commissioned officers from the English and French armies would be sent to Camp Funston. The report notes the arrival of Allied officers for training and liaison at the Kansas camp.
An agricultural college note argues gravel roads are cheaper over time than permanent roads. It compares initial construction, annual maintenance, and long term costs, estimating gravel at about 800 to 1000 dollars per mile and permanent roads at much higher ongoing expense, favoring gravel schemes.
More than 300 million dollars were spent on highways in 1916. Southern states contributed about 52 million, California set 14 million for system upgrades, Ohio debates a 50 million bond issue, and Timots plans a 60 million bond vote with debt service from higher vehicle fees.
Rural voters have long opposed road costs but growing recognition of the need for better rural highways emerges. With tax rates rising from various causes, the question now is whether substantial road funds can produce usable roads soon enough to aid agriculture.
A brief urges farmers to donate a day of road work after heavy rains when repairs are needed and the overseer is not ready to call out labor. It suggests individual farmers may contribute labor on the road during such times.
A brief note describes a planned trip to town for necessities, noting that winter weather worsens conditions and will slow travel as roads become more hazardous. The account highlights anticipated delays and the impact on routine errands.
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