05 Jun 1917
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1917
Page
1
A fragmentary wartime poem urges duty to country and flag, praising the Stars and Stripes, sacrifice of soldiers, and resolve to defend liberty. It references Memorial services in Indiana, the Union Soldier, and calls to join the effort for freedom despite hardship.
Fragmented lines show public concern over coal pricing and references to market indicators. The text mentions wartime pressures, energy supply tensions, and civic notices relating to utilities and local commerce. Names and specifics are garbled, but the overarching issue is price signaling and supply during uncertain conditions.
A lengthy civic tribute recalls World War I era service and sacrifice. Speakers stress duty, liberty, and patriotism with references to General Pershing and the call for collective sacrifice, while crowds applaud and veterans join a parade honoring youthful volunteers.
Fragmented text describes horse marines and US forces under General Pershing with Charles Dayen leading a detachment. Mentions American troops in a Western theater and anticipated maneuvers, with uncertain references to naval or military units and operations.
A garbled dispatch from New York quotes Secretary of the Treasury William G. McAdoo praising Liberty Loan bonds as the best investment for citizens during the current crisis. The article emphasizes patriotism, sacrifice, and the government’s pledge to secure the nation’s future, urging widespread public support and participation.
Officials express confidence in the forthcoming registration program as nationwide efforts gather pace. The process involves comprehensive reports from counties and cities, with emphasis on complete, timely returns and standardized nationwide reporting to federal authorities.
Reports describe restrictions on partial recurna and registration in provinces and territories. Officials, including Prather and Cyril, discuss consent, enforcement, and federal role while citizens push for nationwide agreement and progress on registration projects.
Local page fragment lists Wildwood Companies and page seven ad. Mentions Prophetstown and Montinea names, memorials, church events, a memorial service, and social notes. Includes district workers, residents visiting, and community announcements from South Whitley and nearby areas.
Reports describe heavy artillery exchanges north of Ypres near Vimy Ridge and between Lens and Arras. Front-line posts near Cherie and Brayéecon-Lawnniaia face ongoing bombardments as Allied and German forces clash amid entrenched lines and counterattacks along the Maun and Carpus sectors.
The article outlines a proposed prohibitive tax on liquors tied to wartime needs. It details per gallon levies on molasses and other substrates, export permits for war purposes, and amendments affecting importation from British possessions and the Philippines. It notes expected revenue impacts and possible restrictions on whisky production, plus committee plans to revisit unresolved items such as wine and beer taxation and publication taxes.
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