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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1918
Page
2
The Emmetsburg Democrat reports on wartime unity and moral duty as Pastor Russell comments on national resolve. It recalls past week’s events, criticizes German propaganda, and urges restraint amid unrest while noting authorities may act against harmful activities.
Fragmentary remarks attributed to Captain Peesius advocate maintaining British interests against German products. He argues Britain has never lost a foreign war and cautions against overlocking own interests by aiding the enemy in wartime economics.
The administration seeks blanket power to raise land and naval forces to 3,000,000 with potential for 2,000,000 more. The plan targets routing German Kaiser forces, trusting men and money to back a full assault. General Poett faces challenging conditions but could surprise with decisive actions ahead.
Report notes eleven Vale senior students defended the Kaiser of Germany as the greatest man of the hour while urging peers to consider the matter thoughtfully. The university crowd showed mixed reactions, leaving the affair at the station with much unrest and uncertainty.
Fragmentary notes show Mayor Hylan facing mixed views as supporters praise his administration while opponents press criticisms. Other items mention Nebraska University faculty duties, possible loyalties questioned, and discussion of inland waterway sections along U.S. coasts in German papers.
Karl J. Egan writes from Great Lakes Naval Station about the experience of new recruits. He notes detentions, surrendering cigarettes and tobacco, restricted mingling with older sailors, a 21 day period, and how recruits receive their outfits and assigned specializations. The piece highlights the barracks setting on the Lake Michigan shore, brick prewar buildings, and hammock-era sleeping arrangements.
The station holds about 60 recruits daily as 35,000 are stationed nearby with heavy influxes from May and June. Enlistees describe cafeteria meals, barracks expansion, and yard work by Jackies. Y M C A and Knights of Columbus provide recreation, while strict cleanliness and discipline prevail. The writer notes camaraderie across class and faith, describing Navy life as democratic and purposeful.
A. Morling has arranged to invest $10,000 in improvements for his city residence. A large porch will be added on the south and east, tile roof and sun porch floor, elegant baths, a new heating plant, and updated interior decorations. A fine garage will be erected with architect JL El Nason of Minneapolis overseeing plans.
Mr Wolfgang moves his stock to a new room in the Joan Casey building on the corner of Broadway. The Democrat notes the improved location will aid his business and regrets losing a genial neighbor who helped avoid delays for workers.
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