Proclamation Calls Men to Register for Draft in 1917
The War Department began enrolling ten million men under the new Army law following the president's proclamation. It requires all men aged twenty one to thirty to register on June 6, 1917, between 7 am and 9 pm, in their home precincts. Officers and enlisted regulars, naval personnel, and reserves in service are exempt.
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Stanford Graduate May Be President of U. of N.
A Stanford graduate and longtime educator is widely expected to be named president of the State University to succeed Hendrick. Prof. David Sneddan, former Massachusetts education commissioner now at Columbia University, is considered a top candidate and a Western man. The Board of Regents is expected to act at its next meeting.
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Sneddan
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Light and Heat Tax Rejected in War Tax Debate
Washington May 19. The house rejected by 4 votes 116 to 68 an amendment to the war tax bill striking out the tax on light and heat. Rep Lenroot, who proposed the amendment, suggested taxing automobiles now in use and removing the heat and light tax, asking if it would be better to tax them than entering the workers home at this time.
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Motor Caravan From San Francisco Arrives in Elko
The San Francisco Advertising Club motor caravan, about 35 delegates, leaves May 20 and is due in Elko May 22. They head to the St Louis advertising convention and aim to boost the 1918 gathering, with army observers studying road conditions for troop transport. The caravan includes 12–15 passenger cars and one 1.5 ton Moreland truck, covering 2580 miles in fourteen days amid Sierra and Rockies terrain. An Elko reception is being organized by the Overland Trail club.
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Germans Renew Attacks on Ainse Front
Germans return to the attack at Ainse Vaius on May 19, hurling waves at the French lines while making only slight progress. Some regiments found footing in the advance trenches but failed to breach the main French positions on the front’s western end.
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Two British Ships Torpedoed and Sunk in May Action
London reports that two British steamers Light and Corrie were torpedoed and sunk on May 16. Five crew members and four passengers died. Alfied Frank E. Rickey, superintendent of the Spanish ranch, traveling on business, was in Elko today.
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Ausgia Rejects Resignations in Unified Peace Stand
A unified provisional government rejects officer resignations and pursues a general peace without annexations or indemnities. Deserters must return to duty by May 1, with severe penalties for infractions. War Minister Keresky stresses iron discipline to rebuild Russia's army under a tough new regime.
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Kerensky
First Woman Candidate for President Dead in Washington
Mrs Bell Anna Lockwood, the first woman admitted to the U S Supreme Court bar and the only woman candidate for president, died at her home. A pioneer for women’s rights, she faced gender barriers from teaching in Royalston to law studies at Genesee College and the National University of Law, leading to admission before the Supreme Court and advocacy for women’s access to federal courts.
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Bella Anna Lockwood
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National University of Law
Supreme Court of the District of Columbia
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Registration for Selective Draft Set for June Fifth
Sheriff Harris of Elko Nevada receives a telegram dated May 19 1917 appointing him executive officer of the county board of registration under the new selective service law. All men 21 to 30 must register on June 5 1917 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. in their home precincts. The adjutant general orders swift oath of registrars, use notaries in rural districts, and telegraph when oath is complete. Maurice J Sullivan directs wide and rapid preparation.
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County Board of Registration
Naval Service
United States
Maurice J. Sulliva
First Woman Admitted to Highest Court and Equality Pioneer
The article recalls a woman who, at 49, became the first female justice of the highest court after a new law. In 1884 she was nominated for U S president by the Equal Rights party of the Pacific Slope, a historic distinction. Born October 24, 1880, she died at 77. maiden name Anna Belya Bensnet.
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Draper Club Holds Pleasant Meeting in Elko
The Elko Draper club met Friday May 18 with Mrs Frank Gedney in good attendance. Members shared entertainment by Favorite Stories during roll call. With year end near no new plans were set and reports on completed work filled the brief business session. A strong program followed with papers on The Copal Industry of South America by Mrs Middleton and The Timber Resources of South America by Mrs Williams, highlighting South American wealth of forests.
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Elko Draper Club
Frank Gedney
South America
Middleton
Williams
Senate Passes War Budget Bill
Washington May 19 The largest appropriation bid in U S history the war budget bill carrying 3 942 500 000 including 75 000 000 for building the war marine was passed in the senate today by a viva voce vote
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Chicago grain report closes with mixed board prices
Chicago May 19 closing prices on the board of trade show Wheat at 2.40 a bushel Corn at 1.54 to 1.55 Oats at 67.5 cents per bushel. The report notes slight gains and declines across the grain, reflecting market activity.
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Chicago Board of Trade Today
Colonel bans fraternity pins at ROTC camp romp
Port Sheridan Illinois May 19 Colonel Nicholson commander of the reserve officers training camp ordered a ban on fraternity pins college yells and private automobiles among candidates. He said such items distract from democracy and announced enforcement at the camp.
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Record price paid for lambs in Denver
Denver May 19 Lambs sold for 20.25 on the market here today breaking all previous records and setting a citywide price benchmark.
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Denver
Laimbs
Nicaragua Breaks Diplomatic Ties with Germany
Washington May 14 reports Nicaragua cuts diplomatic relations with Germany following neighboring states Guatemala and Honduras. Prime events unfold as regional allies reassess ties amid broader Central American shifts.
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Honduras
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No lives lost on the Steamer Standard
Albany May 19 No lives were lost when the Steamer Standard went ashore in the Behring Sea last Monday according to a wireless dispatch.
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Behring Sea
Good Groceries Best Store In Town Ad Copy
A promotional notice from a local grocery store boasts prompt, careful service with no extra charges. It lists items like Armour’s Woodchuck Soap, Top Notch vanilla and lemon extract, fresh horseradish, Catsup, crackers, honey, Arm & Hammer soda, and various raisins and soaps along with Bird’s Eye matches and Bon Ami products.
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Wilson orders 20000 troops to France with Pershing in early move
Washington May 19 President Wilson directed an expeditionary force of about one division or 20000 regular troops under Major General Pershing to France at as early a date as possible. A 2600 men marine regiment led by Colonel Charles Dogan will accompany the division. The force may bolster Belgium’s line and support efforts to rectify the wrongs against Germany.
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Belgium
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Boxing Prohibited in New York State After November 16
Albany May 19 Professional boxing will be banned in New York after November 16 as Governor Whitman signs the Slater bill repealing existing laws.
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French torpedo boat Boutfeu sinks after mine strike
Paris May 19 The French torpedo boat destroyer Boutfeu was sunk by a mine during a naval engagement with Austrian vessels in the Adriatic on May 15.
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Dance Tonight at Bradley Opera House with Mayer Orchestra
A dance tonight at the Bradley Opera House features the Mayer Orchestra. Ladies enter free while gentlemen pay 50 cents. Music and dancing are advertised as the main attraction for attendees in this period event listing.
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