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Newspaper
Dixon Evening Leader
Location
Dixon, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1918
Page
2
Readers are urged to assess if their work is useful to the war effort under General Crowder's July 1 rule requiring service for those in non-useful jobs or unneeded workers. The list spans elevators, store clerks, housework and even gambling venue workers with scope for future expansion.
The government backs reindeer farming to balance rising herds and falling cattle, with Alaska’s herd surpassing 106000. White moss land and settlers are urged to move north, as reindeer herding is said to require only protection from wolves. Germany buys Swedish reindeer. U S may rely on Alaska for meat beyond Christmas.
The piece discusses the pending draft classification and how occupations may be listed as non essential. It urges workers and especially women with training to consider learning new trades and note Provost Marshal Crowder’s push to place manpower in useful war work.
Fragmented notice urges readers to support the war by rallying patriotic sentiment. It mentions Belgium and Admiral von Tirpitz, the wheat binder and riveter, June as a month of roses for weddings, and notes a last-chance income tax payment on June 1.
Walter Wilder, held in county jail, confessed to stealing a launch after police traced the crime to him. William Lizer reported the boat missing. Jouis J. Mantel produced a bill of sale paid to A. Martain for five dollars. Manfield identified Wilder after viewing him at the jail.
A brief humor item features a quip about an organ grinder and a monkey provoking churchgoers to wait as the hat is not passed yet, with a Gotham quip noting the hat duties.
The article states General Foch expects American troops to gain essential training on the Marne front and to support a future offensive toward the Rhine. It notes German reserves are depleted, the Marne line is critical, and American fighters may soon spearhead a broader Allied push into German territory.
Fighting lines along the Marne map the path to Metz and Lorraine as forces push toward upholding the Stars and Stripes. The campaign frames democracy and freedom as decisive goals guiding troops and strategy.
Dr. L. R. Trowbridge and Dr. A. M. McNicol will travel to Rockford for the Illinois Wisconsin State Osteopathic Associations joint convention with their families. The meeting is billed as large and profitable and will feature speakers including Dr. Riley of New York and Dr. Gerdine of Kirkville College. A Friday trip to Camp Grant is planned as an attraction.
Medill McCormick, candidate for the G O P U S senator nomination, plows corn at his Ogle County farm. Lacking help due to draft, he rises at 4 am to cultivate, while Mrs. McCormick assists with cooking and chores. He feeds horses and tends the fields on a weekend visit.
The text urges cultivating a cheerful tone to guard against wrongdoing. It notes that complaining is hard and that a blithe tone shapes thought, presenting tone as a safeguard and habit that influences judgment.
A four year old named Jenny, while being served cauliflower, told the server it was very nice but asked not to have any more. The remark adds a humorous moment to the family meal.
A fragment from The Sort notes a disagreement over a child's loud behavior, suggesting it may be a baw game as a possible explanation for the commotion.
Report urges readers to share the news with friends and neighbors, highlighting community interest and local chatter.
Modern Woodmen announce a special meeting Thursday evening at Rosbrook Hall with all county lodges invited. A large crowd is expected as many candidates are to be initiated and participate.
Uncle Eben argues poverty isn’t disgrace but a man may choose pride over labor. The passage centers on moral choice and social judgment in hardship, reflecting oral tradition.
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