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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1918
Page
9
A Berlin rumor reports that Dr Richard von Kuehlmann the German foreign secretary may resign his post. The report comes in from Berlin and reaches Basel on June 26.
Congress debates extending selective draft age as mobilization plans shift. Estimates show troop strength and reclassification will add up to 2 9 million fighting men by January while calls for rest of year total about 875 000. Senate discussions hinge on potential age extension and funding amid administration opposition and war needs.
Washington reports indicate President Wilson may deliver portions of his Fourth of July address across the nation with multiagency participation. A committee seeks advance foreign affairs information to aid preparations, aiming for four minute speakers at Independence Day events nationwide. Paris notes German airplanes raided the city’s anti aircraft defenses, causing damage.
Winchester Indiana June 26 at the conclusion of the third day of the trial Derilux Trout accused of the murder of Charles V Milholland at Gaston on February 20 last. The attire showed Trout near the dead man’s home the night of the tragedy and a witness Charles Myers said Milholland on his death bed claimed Trout had been at his home and given him a concoction of whisky and quinine that contained a lethal dose of strychnine. Earl Jackson testified Trout spoke with him near the town pump in Gaston on the evening of Milholland’s death. Neighbors later found Milholland dying after cries for help and a window was broken near his exit. W B McAhee assistant chemist with the Indiana state board of health who analyzed contents of a bottle found in Milholland’s home identified the bottle but was unsure of the date. He stated the bottle’s contents included strychnine. The state has shown Trout purchased strychnine shortly before the murder and today’s evidence strengthens circumstantial links.
Reported interest in Kerensky's return mounts in Washington as factions consider forming a new government in Russia. Washington sources say chaos persists, with Germany blamed for interference and Moscow signaling potential moves toward Kiev amid ongoing unrest.
A series of Republican meetings is planned with Henry W. Johnson as principal speaker in Richmond. Chairman VanNuys and party leaders push for a busy summer as state committees coordinate with national party chairmen. The effort includes soldier voting procedures and a national conference context, with dates and locations to be announced.
A cath received from Misa Teuisa Mohr informs that Iss Moha, a Red Cross nurse, has arrived in France. Mr and Mrs Arthur Retz of 290% Tharmpeson Avenue report her overseas duty with the Ted Pras unit. Susa Mohr has been on duty and was recently sent to an Atlantic port for duty abroad.
Machinists in city manufacturing plants quit work at noon to press wage demands. Leaders warn a broader strike will follow, with the entire group expected to leave shops by Saturday if not satisfied.
A U S Army unit overwhelmed German positions near Berlin capturing about 250 prisoners. Reports describe brutal close combat with bayonets and hand to hand clashes. Americans fired thousands of high explosives in one hour, silencing German positions as they advanced.
Falsely represented that her anciety paid no commission to solicitors and diverted proceeds from the Hero Land bazaar. Alleged $80 payment to Allen Story for vesting property. grand jury action follows. Subscription blanks allegedly concealed intent to fund a soldiers recreation center. Mrs A T Baldwin, treasurer, testified amid intra-family dispute.
The page records multiple deaths including Dun Mya Fae Laine Hehr a resident of Cantina Welch Me and others with hospital deaths in St. Joseph's hospital. Surviving family members are noted along with burial arrangements. Funeral services and cemetery plans are announced for Crowl and Scherschel families with services at local churches and Lindenwood cemetery. Additional notices include Dr MLS Ge RERD, Robert Le Berry, Abraham Newcomer and Leun Berthan Dow with private or auto funerals and cemetery interments.
A garbled wartime report describes widespread influenza among German troops and failing health across fronts. It notes concern from medical officials and military leaders about illness impacting operations and readiness.
Governor Goodrich revoked the parole of Samuel Minsky of Blackford County. Minsky, linked to theft rings in Wells, Blackford, Jay counties, was to be sent back to prison after a Louisiana arrest surfaced old charges. Parole had been granted April but protests from Hartford City officials followed.
Unclear text reports ongoing bombardments in the Tin Mountains and Yrogbeas front sectors with intensive operations along the entire line. Italian artillery losses and recapture claims appear amid continuing actions in France and Phiten with French and Belgian fronts attacked and enemy positions taken.
Church notices describe gatherings at various homes with food and programs, including a Ladies Aid event featuring a war exhibit. A meeting of Section 3 of the Ladies Society is listed, along with a planned flower show and a fundraising drive. Attendees are invited and highlighted speakers include Mrs Jane Wenhar and Helen Meters. The article mentions May events and a Sunday activity on June 20.
Nineteen scholars graduated from Rinmartes being celebrated in Maus hall. Rev. Wm. Fruechtenicht delivered the commencement address and urged graduates to meet challenges with problem solving. Albert Kanning gave weekend remarks and Marie Bruntier gave the valedictory. A musical program followed with vocal and instrumental pieces.
Fort Wayne volunteers report strong participation in the war savings program with large local drives at factories and street corners. Miss Martha Thieme and other readers aided money pledges, totaling substantial sums as unions and Amish families contribute, while a 100 percent Maximum Club forms among top subscribers and campaign plans continue nationwide.
Indianapolis June 26 supreme court is to render a decision to-morrow or Friday on the constitutionality of the state-wide prohibition law effective since April 2. The court adjourns Friday for summer vacation with expected ruling before adjournment. Reports say four judges may uphold the law and one may oppose it.
Washington June 26 The national war labor board plans to act on proposals by street railway company and employee representatives asking the president to approve higher fares if wage increases cannot be funded by added revenue. Final decision deferred as Cleveland group seeks to avoid full-board disagreement. Representatives will draft a plan showing how the president could enforce rate increases if empowered. Additional hearings on living wage and payroll cost studies continue with labor leaders and bankers noting rising living costs and wage pressures.
Jefferson Township surpassed its war savings quota with $29,250 raised toward a $29,700 goal, while the county tally reached $457,066. Postmaster B C Miller, bounty chairman, praised the teams for their effort and noted the township went over the top ahead of the drive’s end.
The Fort Wayne Red Cross calls for volunteers to help in the surgical supply and garment departments. Women free in morning hours are especially valued to advance sewing machine aided work. Wolf and Dessauer donated sewing machines and other firms contributed to boost the Fort Wayne chapter's relief efforts, with no fees or compensation requested.
Italy faces a grave food crisis with meat shortages and rising prices as authorities impose meatless days. Sugar and staple imports dwindle, Milan rationing drops to three ounces weekly per person, while officials warn of further reductions unless imports rise. A Rome decree threatens fines or imprisonment for hoarding common goods and overconsumption.
The report lists many contributors and amounts for the Jewish Fund for Relief, naming numerous individuals and entities, with scattered figures and names. The item notes broader relief efforts and lists supporters across communities, amid a page of other international and domestic notes.
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