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Newspaper
Fulton County Tribune
Location
Wauseon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1918
Page
3
A wide roundup reports on World War I developments and allied actions. It cites U S war mobilization, European diplomacy, and Allied tactics, noting British and American plans, troop movements, and political shifts as the conflict expands globally.
An official dispatch from Rome to Washington cites Italy's wartime expenditures totaling about 7.0 billion dollars as of March 1. The figure covers ten months of neutrality plus nearly three years of war, highlighting Rome's strained financial efforts amid ongoing global conflict.
A specially designed blouse, overalls, and cap have been adopted by the United States government for use in munitions plants by women workers. The outfit, created by a committee of women at the Frank Torch arsenal, highlights safety features proven by experience.
The London Dairy Express notes a diamond and pearl collar valued at about 25000 pounds given by the Duchess of Marborough to the children's Jewel fund. Three diamond tiaras were sent to the duchess, who serves as treasurer, to aid the drive for child welfare and maternity centers across the United Kingdom.
A collage of brief notes mentions Ernest Barnes chasing a coyote in Kansas in zero weather, stump clearing costs by dynamite, hardening pens from tantaliny, a Peruvian wireless station, a Vienna doctor’s fatigue method, U S sugar shipments in 1917, the Manchester German club unveiling a sixty one star banner, a neck tourniquet use for emergencies, Swedish emigration trends in 1918, and young Swedes making for America with most travelers aged fifteen to thirty.
A wide tally of incidents across Ohio cites battlefield losses, local accidents, labor strife, and civic actions. Fatalities include John Butler in St Marys, Thomas Kennedy in Cleveland, Owen Pratt wounded in France, and Basilia Chiofala and two children ill from wild roots near Auliman. Industrial notes cover a nine story Marion hotel site, oil and steel plant explosions, and wartime measures like grain saving and defense councils. Local governance sees resignations, appointments, and tax-funded projects while court and police actions span harassment cases and draft disputes.
A chaotic yarn of wartime Ohio includes notes on deaths from pneumononia and railroad accidents, political shifts, and public safety. reminders of conscription, food administration, and school health programs. and a mix of local crimes, railway and mining incidents, and civic appointments. Notable names include former Senator Hefner, Myron Herrick, and Judge Leightey, with references to Canton, Columbus, Sandusky, and Cleveland.
A historical note highlights Western Canada farming profits through 1917 with wheat, oats, barley, flax and rye selling for 270 million dollars and Winnipeg livestock adding 40 million. Hogs alone earned over eleven million, while Calgary and Edmonton gains exceeded 6 million. The region saw rapid farm property improvements, land purchases, tractors, homes with electricity and heat, bonds, and debt payments, signaling the prairie provinces’ rise as a major agricultural power.
An old advertisement touts GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules as a remedy for backache and daily pain. It emphasizes relief tomorrow, urges timely usage, and claims government charter status and direct import from Haarlem Netherlands. It markets three sizes and promotes reliability and domestic acceptance.
An old advertisement touts Boschee's German Syrup as a fifty one year effective cough remedy for bronchitis colds and lung troubles across the United States. It promises restful sleep and easy expectoration while nature heals inflamed parts and aids recovery. Made in America it notes over half a century of sale.
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