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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1917
Page
7
A Red Cross fundraising drive nears its $100,000 goal as committee workers announce a Jubilee event to celebrate the nation’s strong response. The campaign mobilizes volunteers and solicits last-minute contributions ahead of closing time.
The notice states that General Captain Harty orders the RAN ANMOUIVES to raise workers tin, announcing midday action and a sharper deadline tonight. It mentions final returns expected across Allen County with Captain Wilh and Metta Mi reportedly involved in the update.
A muddled report describes a late evening executive gathering planning a community energy push. Leaders including Gamat tre outline steps while factions debate roles. A closing ceremony is mentioned with a rally date and speeches tied to the campaign.
Governor Goodrich received a telegram from Major General Choman WM Varry commanding the Army at OC Riene requesting the battalion of artillery of the Endiona National Guard be kept ready for service. The telegram urged quick mobilization before July 1 and noted personnel transfers and medical checks. The governor promised the battery would be kept prepared and await further instructions.
Sir Douglas Haig reports continued British and Allied operations in France and Belgium with French and German actions near Mont Carillet Speritory near Moissy and Vauxailon. German offensives in the Ment Sertanis and Craanne regions face stiff resistance, heavy casualties.
Bulletin reports the main dam of the Price River Irrigation Company at Fairview breached this afternoon. A 50 foot wide gap released 11 000 acre feet of water, five feet over the top, threatening four towns as farmers flee to higher ground.
A Fort Wayne native, twenty two, shows at the Officers' School. He is described as a graduate of Fort Wayne High School and a member of the Vorwaerts Turnersverda. He has connections with local organizations and international views.
In Moscow on June 22 Elihu Root and the American commission held a session at the governor general’s palace with Zemstvo and municipal unions, workmen and soldiers’ deputies. Antagonism faded as Root spoke of democratic aims and warned against German militarism. The meeting aimed to gauge socialist support for the mission. Continues on page 7.
A Russian delegation led by Horis Rakhmetieft spoke in Washington on cooperation between two nations. Reporters noted interest in Russia’s internal changes and the new Soviet democracy, while officials discussed commissions and road and wireless projects shaping future ties.
Fort Wayne and the United States press for wartime enlistment as volunteers are urged to join for a period of war only. The drive emphasizes national mobilization under President Wilson and aims to rapidly fill a large quota with civil support and local organizers coordinating citywide recruitment efforts.
New York shows a mix of reports on an Irish arrival and the 400th anniversary observed by Lutherans. The Irish delegation and a party including Crom Neer Galway and others arrive on a ship amid broader counts of naval alert and planned talks in Washington.
Brief dispatches note limited combat activity on the war front and a subdued front line situation. The report highlights a cautious outlook as forces remain in position with minimal engagements reported.
Fragmented text references Liberty founder homage and democracy themes. Mentions diplomats pledge to continue struggle and the spirit of liberty. Several garbled names and phrases indicate a political or ceremonial context without clear event details or dates.
Washington reports rapid recruitment as more than half a million volunteers join the army navy and national guard since war was declared. Officials note big increases over prewar strength and anticipate nearly four million men called for the new national army by year’s end.
New York June 24. Cooperation of one date Ary Ino organized effort to end the white love battle rodshermuth of the Ruth Cruger was predeed today by Miss Evangeline Livoth commander of the continued on page column 26.
A garbled diary-like fragment recalls a Journal family planning a Tuesday picnic amid disjointed, almost stream-of-consciousness notes. The text wanderingly mentions news writing, transportation topics, and a scattered parade of names, places, and events with no clear coherent narrative.
A distorted weather notice reports forecasts for Aovstriston with a mix of conditions. It mentions chances of rain and temperature guidance, specifying wind and humidity levels for the day. Prompt changes in conditions are noted, with advisory to monitor updates from local meteorological sources.
President Wilson urges fast food control legislation as Congress debates the prohibition issue and possible changes. Senate and House battles focus on extending the ban to beer and wines, with key Senators and committee actions shaping timing and details for commerce, production, and distribution rules.
Fragmented text shows Acting Detective Sergeant Martin and others in a garbled report about New York police officials, meetings, and notes. Mentions are unclear. names and places are unreadable, with sporadic references to authorities and events lacking concrete details.
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