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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1917
Page
5
A Petrograd dispatch says Haber, the strategic key to Lemberg in Galicia, has been explored by Russian forces as Teutons face hard pressure with only one retreat avenue. The report notes ongoing German and Austrian resistance and broad Russian advances during the conflict.
Russian forces push forward on the eastern front breaking the Austro German line near Halicz Stanislau and advancing to Lomnica river west of Jezupol. They seize four villages and over 26 000 prisoners since the drive began, with seven field guns captured. West of Stanishur they penetrate Teutonic lines toward Kalusz and Polina, while Austro German retreat deprives two rivers of resistance. On other fronts French repulse German attacks near Hurtebise and along Chemin des Dames, and British shelling provokes a battle in Flanders as Berlin resists peace terms and contemplates Cabinet changes.
July 11. The press committee of the Metal Mine Workers' union in Butte reports Senator Walsh is considering a concurrent resolution to probe the North Butte dunes fire that cost 171 lives and rumors of German influence in the local strike. The union weighs affiliating with the AFL as electricians’ strike continues. Mackie McDonald, ex–leader in 1914 revolt, is reported back in Butte, with officials saying his return won’t affect the strike.
Colonel Edward H R Green son of the late Hetty Green married Miss Mabel E Harlow of Highland Park in a ceremony noted for extreme simplicity. The bride was 47 and the groom 48 years old.
A White House released report for President Wilson by Herbert C. Hoover blames food speculators for high prices. It warns farmers face a slump and consumers risk greater undernourishment unless strong action is taken.
London reports the crown council convened in Berlin with Emperor William presiding. The meeting lasted three hours and included empire and kingdom ministers plus the emperor’s military and naval cabinet members. A franchise bill for Prussia with universal direct suffrage and the secret ballot is believed to be among possible outcomes.
President Wilson issued a proclamation drafting the state troops into the United States Army on August 4 to mobilize the national guard for duty in France. The proclamation also discharges draftees from old militia status to avoid constitutional restraints on using militia outside the country.
A local committee appointed by the federal government is reviewing applicants for the second officers training camp in Billings. Minimum age is 20 years and nine months, with preference for men over 38 years if other factors are equal. July 15 is the final application date.
London Premier Lloyd George announced in the house that the Irish Convention would meet July 25 to deal with preliminary business including the appointment of a chairman. He proposed Henry J. Duke, chief secretary for Ireland, act as provisional chairman.
The Italian mission has arrived safely in France on its way back to Italy after a visit to the United States, according to a message from the Prince of Udine, head of the mission.
List of numerous individuals across Montana and surrounding states with assigned numbers for conscription. The scan shows spellings of last names like Apex Melrose Jackson Polaris Dillon Wisdom and others, many with multiple given names or initials.
Washington officials consider stricter censorship of outgoing mails and telegrams in light of sensational spy rumors tied to submarine attacks on the American expeditionary force. The likely result is tighter control with focus on press and cable communications.
German chancellor Dr. Von Bethmann Hollweg will outline a peace proposal in a Reichstag speech, sources say. The shift reflects a belief that separate peace with Russia is impossible and a Russian offensive must be faced.
Officials report 300 men released from the officers' reserve corps training camp at the Presidio since opening May 15. The exiles resigned or were dismissed for manifest unfitness and physical disability.
Washington July 11 A bill introduced by Representative Rankin of Montana would grant federal allowances during the war to dependent wives and children of all soldiers. Wives with no children would receive 30 dollars monthly. those with one child 45 dollars. two children 60 dollars. and more than two children 75 dollars.
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