16 May 1918
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Newspaper
Dixon Evening Leader
Location
Dixon, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1918
Page
1
An imperial directive presses for Mustaia to come under the Kaiser’s authority. Internal conditions in the dual monarchy push for submission to dictate terms and central control.
In a stressed Austro-Hungarian state German power tightens as Emperor Karl cedes sovereign rights and Berlin plans to manage policy. The move aims to quell domestic unrest while food and war pressures threaten the dual monarchy and possibly spark wider revolt.
Rome May 16 Italian seaplanes and aerophines attacked the Austrian submarine base at Cattaro on the eastern Adriatic coast. The official statement says the raid occurred Monday and hit the target successfully.
Berlin dispatches report official confirmation that the Russian Dowager Empress Maria and three grand dukes have been imprisoned by German forces in Crimea amid the war.
A collector notes a farmer known for his sternness agrees to subscribe a large amount to the brass-band fund. He jokes that music helps scare crows from taters during practice and that he’s grateful, as quoted in London Tit-Bits and credited to the Dixon Evening Leader.
The text portrays Dr. Rathenau as Germanys substitute wizard, called on repeatedly during shortages. It suggests Germans favor substitutes like Ersatz as a coping mechanism, with a dismissive line about their liking them.
In a marathon 18 inning game Washington finally edged Chicago 1 to 0. Other results included Philadelphia 3 over Cleveland in 13 innings and St Louis 6 at New York 4 in 12 innings. Today's games feature Chicago at Washington and three other matchups.
Philadelphia hosts Chicago after a 6 3 victory for Philadelphia over Chicago. St Louis trails Boston 3 2 as Cincinnati 3 New York 2. Tonight games feature Philadelphia at Chicago Boston at St Louis New York at Cincinnati Brooklyn at Pittsburgh.
Readers ask if endorsements in Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound ads are genuine. The letters praise health restored after long suffering, urging other women to try the remedy based on personal experience.
Dixon church leaders plan an indoor outdoor baseball league for men and a boys league with games after supper. A Friday meeting at the YMCA with Secretary Davis will form an executive committee. Site selection for a diamond is a major hurdle, while pastors back the plan.
A congregation organizes an outdoor sport event during the warm summer months. Attendees participate in games and communal activities aimed at fellowship and recreation amid favorable weather.
An article describes the American Red Cross as a largely volunteer national body authorized by Congress and led by President Wilson. It outlines war relief work for military and civilian victims, from battlefront care to feeding refugees, with full expenditure reports and savings from fund banking enabling over a dollar per contribution to war relief.
Bloodhounds earned their name from the blood trail they followed when wounded game broke away. Originally called southhouters for their tracking prowess, these dogs traced deer wild boar or wolves by scent until the quarry was found.
Quote contrasts conscience and prudence in decision making. Cites Robert Hall noting first thoughts are best for conscience while last thoughts guide prudence. Reflects philosophical view on moral judgment.
Amos Bosworth, Lee county food administrator, announces rules for serving wheat foods in public eating places. High grade hotels and dining cars may serve limited wheat products, with rye meals allowed in this class. Other eateries may serve up to two ounces of bread or four ounces of quick breads per person per meal, and wheat flour limits apply. On wheatless days no wheat products may be served after 6 p.m. Meatless days are suspended for now due to a severe meat shortage. Bakery rules require wheat substitutes at specified ratios, with potatoes counted as substitutes.
In a No Man's Land action an American raider seized a pistol from a German soldier captured during the raid. The German, armed for bear, had no rifle and appeared to be unprepared for combat.
The Nevada Yellow Pine mining district shows rich platinum deposits in ore formations. Prospectors report significant mineralization and potential for lucrative mining ventures amid the region's historic silver and gold activity.
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