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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1918
Page
1
A lengthy dispatch outlines the Democratic State Convention as viewed by RB G Tucker. It details platform aims endorsing war leadership, federal agencies, and postwar reconstruction, with key figures including Heath Morris and Newton Baker cited among supporting lines and committee actions shaping the party’s stance.
An advertisement touts a faster and longer lasting rheumatism remedy from Meyer Leos Company claiming superiority to rivals. It urges patients to invest and follow a recommended treatment, promising relief though the text is garbled and unclear on specifics.
The House approved a permanent naval personnel rise from 87,000 to 181,484 as part of the naval appropriation bill but defeated the Senate marine corps amendment to create lieutenant general and major general ranks, 73 to 44. Debate centered on promotions and alleged lobbying, with secretary Daniels and General Barnett defended.
A chaotic pursuit near Columbia City ended with a suspect captured and identified as Tewana Mussian Slev, an Austrian-looking man branded a possible spy. He admitted working for a gang but claimed no direct Austrian ties. Local Sheriff Hestley transported him to Columbus Clay for holding while investigators proceed.
Andrew Bonar Law urged increased credit and support for Britain as Allied reserves shifted. He argued American troops, though not yet widespread on the front, would boost allied strength and that American entry would influence war dynamics and logistics. He highlighted unity of command and the need to mobilize resources to resist German offensives.
The article discusses Allied leaders and officials noting American military support as pivotal to the war effort. It explains transport limits and manpower availability, with Macchi di Cellere’s meeting signaling formalized U.S. troop deployment decisions. It mentions Italian, French, and British forces coordinating on the Western Front and the broader goal of a unified Allied front against Germany.
Washington June 14 President Wilson may summon New York Telegraph Co head Carlton to discuss the clash with the Commercial Telegraphers Union. Cabinet considered letter from Cabili’s administration. War board recommendations and possible seizure of lines were debated as options. Advisors disagree on required authority for action.
Officials say the difference between class one and class two eligibility for service is minor. They warn the invasion of Chischutt would disrupt the nation's economic machinery to a disastrous degree.
William D. Williamson, 18, was found unconscious near the foot of a staircase at Fort Wayne Rolling Mills where he had worked as a filer for seven months. He was taken to St Joseph's Hospital, but died from injuries after midnight. Accident witnessed by none. believed he slipped or fell from stairs.
Axis claims of Austrians retreating on the Montello plateau and in the Piave battles, with Italy reporting gains and heavy enemy losses. Vienna reports indicate large prisoner tallies and captured artillery as Italian lines consolidate positions near Fossalta and Mestre.
A fragmented kitchen note lists barley flour cookies with two cups barley flour one half cup baking powder and other ingredients. It describes mixing barley flour to form a dough then rolling thin and cutting shapes with a small cookie cutter and baking.
Mizpah Temple members, sixty strong, welcomed Imperial Potentate Jacoby 15 upon return from Indianapolis. Governor Goodrich and Mayor Jewett spoke as dignitaries praised the potentate’s historic honor within Shriners. A lavish reception highlighted by a ceremonial drill and tributes to Fort Wayne ties marked a memorable event.
The report recounts Jeremiah, who saw himself as a great American, drifting from his lucrative law practice after the war began. Witness Sheer testified Marie LK, indicted with O Leary on treason charges, visited offices three times seeking O Leary. He doubted any conference occurred between them.
Classified note indicates low rate advertising in the Journal Gazette with a push for want ads at one cent per word. Limited readable context but implies a promotional pricing offer and placement in the newspaper's classifieds section.
A remedy labeled as Bisurated Magnesia is claimed to relieve heartburn belching sour stomach and gas by dissolving in hot water after eating. It is said to neutralize stomach acidity aid digestion and make meals comfortable. Sold by druggists everywhere.
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