Plea of Railroads Turned Down in 1917 Rates Decision
The Interstate Commerce Commission refused relief for eastern railroads, citing 1916 as a earnings benchmark and noting possible future relief if conditions worsen. Dissenting views urged better equipment and asked Congress to study fuel and supply pricing, with potential for government control. Railroads raised operating expense data while shippers pressed for stable or lower rates, warning of shortages and delayed shipments before July.
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History of rail strikes and Adamson Act impact in 1917
In June 1917 Washington reports on nationwide railroad labor tension sparked by the Adamson Act and looming strife. Railroads faced congestion and rising costs while claiming insufficient returns, prompting unified requests to the Interstate Commerce Commission for rate increases to cover new wage and operating pressures.
Democracy First Peace Afterward Theme Continues On War Speech
An editorial recounts a wartime address by Sir Thomas Dunlap and others urging unity and perseverance. It emphasizes defeat of German submarines, Allied strength, and America’s role in supporting freedom, democracy, and international justice amid ongoing battles.
Beers and Wines Policy Discussion Amid Prohibition Debate
A fragmented report notes a prohibition era policy discussion. The president and security head discuss temperance measures. Debate centers on restricting distill spirits and permitting beer and wine sales.
Prohibition Debate Delays Wine and Beer Legislation
Fragmentary OCR text shows heated Senate debate over beer and wine inclusion in relief or food legislation. President Wilson seeks authority to halt brewing and wine making as Congress weighs prohibitive measures amid party divisions and conference talks.
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Ochreous. Staneer
Senate
Putin
House
Rowley Ly Pn
Wilson
Congress
Smttosmican Leagie Mader
Sonstory Martin
Setigte
Netion
World War I Update From Front Lines and Raids
Summary of international situation notes renewed Allied pressure in France with Haig forcing German units from positions near Avion and Oppy. British advances report 247 prisoners and 12 machine guns captured near Gony and Sowchez. Minor operations continue on Russian, Australian and Macedonian fronts as fighting persists along the Ruin Mesopotam region.
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Haig
Oppy
Avion
Lems
Cherisy
Lane
Gony
Sowchez
Greece Allies Refigure War Tactics After Fracture
The article notes Turkish advances forcing Russian withdrawals near the Albis Hirrman river south of Bangh. Greece cuts off ties with Germany and may join the Entente, with Venizelos pledging Greece’s democracy aligned with allied aims. The British premier in Glasgow vows to press the war to its aims, warning a premature end would harm Europe. He suggests the Entente could negotiate with a democratized Germany differently than with Prussia.
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Albis Hirrman
Bangh
Greece
Germany
Eliptherios Venizelos
Glasgow
Great Britai
Europe
Buring
Prussia
Farewell to Battery D Planned for Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne prepares a send off for Battery D soldiers with plans for a band speech and a formal station gathering. The executive committee aims to honor the unit with a loyal, rousing sendoff and details will be announced soon.
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Fort Wayne
Warr
Benjamins Harrison Sanda
Sprvien md
Chia
Wayne
iGirls Volunteer for Patriotic Work
iGirls volunteer for patriotic work as Mirs Margaret Maller leads a committee meeting to organize relief efforts and produce application materials. Names of volunteers and the community kitchen and service roles are listed, reflecting a local wartime effort advertised by the Journal-Gazette Want Ads at one cent a word.
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Journal-Gazette
Battery B undergoes federal inspection in Fort Wayne
Battery B Fort Wayne, second artillery unit, underwent a federal inspection led by Lt Pallatterro of the Sixth Brigade. Officials examined enlistment, age, dependents, medical blanks, and service records as the men prepared for possible induction. A flag presentation and recruiting drives followed, with strong local support and plans to enroll additional volunteers by next week.
Volunteer deputies seek Koehler prison transfer mission
A group of men asks Sheriff Gilla to appoint them deputy sheriffs to assist in Koehler’s transfer to Michigan City for a sentence of two to twenty one years. Joh Roevler is anticipated to be unable to defeat justice and court proceedings proceed. Sentencing before Speed Jade Wb Kietharn is scheduled at o o clock with further developments expected.
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Joh
Sammy) Roevler
Ende of Justice
Michigan City
Sherif G. W. Gilla
Speed Jade Wb
Red Cross Benefit Events Draw Fort Wayne Crowds
A Red Cross benefit hosted by Mr and Mrs W A Ross at their corner Whidlewood and Kinnaird avenues drew over twelve hundred attendees. Volunteers served tea and refreshments while proceeds for the local Red Cross chapter were to be counted. Moose Hall hosted The Suffragette Social in a large audience, and B W Stirk circle No 18 Ladies of the G A R held a lawn social at 421 East Berry Street with ice cream and booths. Additional benefits are planned citywide to support the Red Cross and raise public interest in the society.
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Red Cross
Mer. W. A. Rosa
Whidlewood
Kinnaird Avenues
Mra Ross
Army
Navy
The
Moose Hall
Fort Wayne Jodge
Moose
B. W. Stirk
Ladien
G. A. RK
Chalfant
Bpr Jey
Rel Cross
Fort Wayne
Red Cross Campaign Aims to Double Fort Wayne Membership
Fort Wayne Red Cross seeks to double local members next week with open campaign at the Henry Street headquarters. Despite strong efforts, many workers have not secured members, as several local donors contributed small amounts and groups like the College club officers reported totals toward the fundraising goal. The campaign highlights community support, with donations and savings from individuals such as Katherine Clover and Margarie Geauder aiding the drive.
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Fort Wayne
The
Red Cross
Herry Street
Uitte Loules Chambera
Helen Arnold
Knthevine
Katherine Clover
Margarie Geauder
Davidsen
Neyerdt
Reverend Kelly to Huntington as assistant bishop fled
Fr. Robert E. Kelly leaves Fort Wayne after serving as assistant at the Cathedral and secretary to Bishop Herman Joseph Alerting. He will join Rev. Jenn B. Noll at St. Mary’s in Huntington as associate editor of Our Sunday Wine and aid parish work. Kelly, ordained years ago, previously led St. Augustine’s academy and was stationed at All Saints Hammond before moving to the Cathedral.
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Kelly
Sein Masintane
Herman Joseph Alerting
Huntington
Kelly Wan
Jenn B. Noll
St. Mary's Church
Law
Fort Wayans
Faether Welly
All Saints’ Church
Hammond
St. Augustine’s Academy
Wathedral
Pather Kelly
Father Kelly
Edward Dillon
St. Detvats
Open Net Confusion Cast Amid Growing Suspicion
A garbled report notes ongoing inquiries by a commission into a local dispute. The text references Petes, Leeman, and Peery amid unclear details, suggesting investigators seek a decisive verdict on the matter and potential consequences for those involved.
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