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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1917
Page
8
Yoho J Sullivan, publisher, appears in a brief local notice printed by the newspaper. The item records him as publisher and notes his role within the journal. No further context or events are provided in the readable segments.
Fragmentary OCR notes reveal a pricing snippet for operatic performances with a 2.00 unit charge and a reference to Fate widhtha and Fear. The legible items include a brief mention of an opera event title and a price line, indicating a catalog-like listing from a bygone era.
The piece argues for rapid U.S. mobilization after declaring war on Germany, noting a six week delay since Congress acted on conscription and urging immediate drafting, training, and continued financial aid to Allies. It recalls 1914 Europe and Marne, emphasizes urgency, and frames America’s mission as a moral fight to preserve humanity.
A Dutch artist Raemaekers visualizes Wilsons war issue in a Calvary crucifixion scene with the United States figure. The cartoon uses stark symbolism to explain the nations fight and the unity of the allied cause as the world confronts the conflict.
The Iowa railroads demand a 15 percent increase in freight rates before the Interstate Commerce Commission, arguing pre 1916 profits were reasonable and that the Adamson law cut receipts by millions. They cite rising costs for engines and cars, depreciation concerns, and wartime needs, urging fair returns on investments and justification for the proposed raise.
The country is urged to address its national fault as the President contemplates Congress handling time and taxes. The remark links governance challenges to fiscal and legislative processes, highlighting calls for reform and accountability.
A historical note recalls 1898 troops guarding a New Jersey powder plant, camped on a rocky hillside with threadbare uniforms and scarce meals. Today the same plant is again guarded by troops housed in modern barracks with iron bedsteads, electric lights, efficient stoves, and improved baths, though soldiers still grumble comparing conditions to the earlier hardship.
A civic-essay style note reflects on soldiers complaints when inactive, then analyzes the Interstate Commerce Commission rail division projected cost to 1920 at 19.8 million versus 1.75 million original, predicts railroad burdens around 39.6 million, and discusses shifting work to war business. It cites Hoover decrying flour price speculation, calls for government control of food, and ends with a French plea to “Make Germany pay the war bill” with a possible ten day cash discount.
A wry wartime verse essay mocks Kaiser Bill and King Alcohol while lampooning Czar Nick and the idea of homegrown meat in England. It notes lawful feuds over possession and fee, questions volunteer army leadership, and humorously mentions Ajax and a Uboat as symbols of unlikely toil.
In Regard to High Prices, Abraham Hughes notes a social trend: higher skirts correspond to higher priced shoes. He argues clothing and footwear costs rise together, reflecting broader price pressures on households.
A reader questions the exemption of candy from wartime taxes. The note suggests candy is spared perhaps due to being food or sentimental gifts to soldiers. The correspondent contrasts candy with tobacco taxes and muses on childhood symbolism and support for troops.
Preparedness discussions cite private eight inch shell work for England yielding 200 shells per man per day, while a nearby United States Army arsenal making three inch shells achieved only 16 per man per day. The figures underscore efficiency gaps between private and federal munitions production.
An Irish parishioner hears a sermon on the doom day and questions whether all figures from Cain to Cromwell will be judged at once. The priest confirms all will be present, ending with the remark that there will be little judging done on the first day.
A man known as Jinks saved money by hiding coins at home rather than using banks. He believed banks were unsafe, stored coins in odds and ends around his shack, and warned against lenders. In cold winter, a fire destroyed his home and he died, leaving him with nothing and blaming banks.
Royal Neighbors call to regular meeting on Tuesday afternoon June 6 at 8 oclock at Woodman hall. All members urged to be present and bring the name of a prospective member. By order of Oracle Mrs Emma Shaver Recorder.
O S Helvig rode north Monday evening. James McCarty pursues the high places after buying a new Ford days ago. Robert Kane, now of Harris, visited Emmetsburg Monday to verify his birth record and his U S Army plans. Norwegian school to be established in gravel spit schoolhouse this summer with Miss Sandvik as teacher. School opened Monday.
Ed Arnette visits Estherville while Maurice Aylward arrives from Spencer for a few days with relatives. Wilfred Cuthbert moves to Ft. Russell Wyoming to train 300 horses for cavalry. Algona group attends K C initiation. storm delays return. Mrs J H Gammon hosts a luncheon with graduates, school board, and instructors. Gasoline output hits wartime max. future supplies uncertain and prices rise. Gammon family plans Sioux City trip but mud delays return. Miss Barnhart returns to Emmetsburg. J P Wagner buys a new Chevrolet. Governor Furding names W J Branagan and F E Mathling as Palo Alto reps on Iowa defense board. Flag-use urges respect. warns against wearing flag on merchandise. Thomas Larson and Adrian visit Gractinger. Raymond Larson recovering from appendectomy in Alsen. Adrian at Burlington with Soo line. Larson reports Whittemore real estate activity and a recent good deal.
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