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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1917
Page
9
The Allen County drive oversubscribed by 31 000 to meet the American Red Cross quota. Benson s Beadell team procured most pledges totalling 12 813 26 with townships and outside towns contributing 18 007 03, marking the biggest patriotic drive in old Allen s history.
A crowded Elks temple ends a week of patriotic effort in Allen county with a Red Cross subscription totaling 111015.88. Flags waved and cheers rose as workers and residents celebrated a record campaign and pledged further support to the mercy fund.
In Indianapolis the Superior Court ruled the legislature valid in calling a constitutional convention but blocked efforts to enfranchise women to vote for delegates or on the constitution. Judge Thornton held the limited suffrage question unsettled and continued the injunction against proceeding with delegate elections.
Noon day speeches at factories to speed up recruiting showcase Columbia’s mobilization effort. Factory workers listen as leaders urge patriotism and enlistment to support the war.
Athens reports the Greek cabinet led by Alexander Zaimis resigns. King Alexander will ask former Premier Venizelos to form a new cabinet, with M. Jonnart informed as high commissioner to represent France Great Britain and Russia. Washington pledges reach $100,313,000, including $35,993,000 from New York and $64,320,000 from the rest of the country, with expectations of a $5,000,000 rise.
The weather report from Washington on June 25 predicts warmer conditions in the north and central regions with likely rain. A shift to hotter temperatures is expected by Tuesday and Wednesday, with unsettled patterns continuing into midweek.
The article tells of the private stenographer to Vice President and later President Marshall, her marriage two years earlier to Dr Calvin Mieribach, and the end of their partnership. It notes her long service, relocation, and eventual departure with her husband to their home, with details of her son and her health path following the marriage.
Washington reports say a coalition cabinet has been formed in China including representatives of the necessionists and Peking press notes indicate military measures are being abandoned by southern provinces. Early forecasts suggest a peaceful settlement as factions resolve differences.
June 25 1917 War Department bulletin urges Americans to enlist to support the war effort. It clarifies misbeliefs about age draft rules and stresses volunteers may join until the draft day. Recruiters travel by automobile distributing literature as patriotic committees organize drive details.
The examining board reports enrollment of over 100 applicants for a second series of officer training camps. Captain B W Kilbourne notes progress since Washington called for camps. August 27 opens the second training series for the United States Army. A telegraph operator, Oscar L Perey, died of pulmonary ailment at his home, survived by relatives including Jor Ame brother and Mrs A Mids.
A news note reports that O Connor, a leader of the Irish Nationalist party, will arrive to present Irish questions in parlous terms. The article mentions factions within the Irish and British sides and hints at the U S role in informing the Irish situation.
Cruger slaying described in a foreign fronts overview with emphasis on conflict developments. Report covers key figures and events, placing the incident within broader wartime context and noting cross border implications.
Communication between Salt Lake City and Price, Utah, ceased at nine o'clock as floodwaters from the Price river irrigation dam swept through the region. Price, a town of 1 500, is believed marooned. The dam crest was due at Castle Gate, and the Denver and Rio Grande line between Colton and Price is under water.
Frank M. Johnson, a patrolman, was the sole defendant acquitted as the jury found the rest guilty of corrupting an election. The verdict came after a brief deliberation with the jurors asking for a new trial.
In federal court here tonight all defendants except patrolman Frank M. Johnson were found guilty in the Indianapolis election conspiracy case. A motion for a new trial will be argued July 10. The defendants include Samuel V. Perrott Rex A. Pope Wayland Sanders Morton C. Hulse Herman F. Adam and Johnson. Judge Ferdinand A Geiger presided delivering jury instructions and expressing belief a conspiracy existed to steal the 1914 election. The jury retired at 5 20 p m.
Formal transfer today from the house to the senate marks progress on the administration food control bill. A notable change excludes individual rations from regulation while liquor revenue remains prominent amid expected debate and committee action.
President Wilson issues an executive order creating an exports council to oversee all export operations. The move links the departments of commerce and other key agencies to regulate shipments and ensure orderly postwar trade while preserving free exchange where feasible. Continued discussion and future proclamations are promised as the plan unfolds.
The tenth camuad convention of that Indivina Beth dered HeNeeia opens tonight at Anthony hotel with a reception and a tour of the facilities. Delegates will meet to renew friendships and view nine programs planned for the event. The opening gathering is open to all attendees except a few accompanied by guests.
British forces under Field Marshal Haig push four hundred yards of trench near Lens and gain ground along the Souchez river southwest of the town. Nightly raids along the Belgium France front disrupt German positions while air battles claim five German planes and damage British aircraft.
The item notes cadets from Fort Wayne and surrounding areas appearing at the Officers' School. It mentions individuals including Wade Reed and Harry M Landes. The piece references graduation and varsity baseball involvement.
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