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Newspaper
Grand Forks Herald
Location
Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1917
Page
1
Farm values set a record high in the latest year with a total two million dollars more than the previous year. The increase reflects expanding sales of crops and dairy as farm incomes rise nationwide.
Telegraphic summary notes persistent Russian pressure on German lines with British withdrawal near Loos after a mine blast. Reports on Romanian front actions, Moldavian frontier clashes, and a German raider in the South Atlantic. Farm value in 1916 set a new high at 12.449 billion dollars, driven by crop prices despite lower production.
Washington reports the census bureau findings showing 78 percent more births than deaths in 1916 across parts of the country housing a third of the population. Foreign born parents and higher infant mortality influence rates, with Vermont-like variations among states and a comparison to prewar Europe.
Washington public demonstration to honor Admiral Dewey at his funeral was being arranged with public services in the Capitol rotunda at 11 o clock. The body will lead a long funeral cortege with a Pennsylvania fin from the home where private persons will be held. Congress will adjourn for the day and all government departments will close.
London dispatch reports Sergius Baronof previously an elem oo official is appointed as Russian ambassador to Great Britain. The late Count Bencker is referenced in the cadena of notes, with grad correspondent noting the change from Russia to England in a formal appointment.
London reports Lloyds statement that the British steamer Aachen Crag the Danish steamer Omak and the British Kinpurney were sunk. One rescued vessel arrived with 64 crew members from Aachen Crag Omak and Kinpurney. German submarine hunted them from January 13 to 16 with four crew saved from the sunk ships.
London reports a cut in the Bank of England discount rate from six percent to five and one half percent. The move aims to align the official minimum with the interest on a new loan, benefiting banks lending at one percent under the bank rate.
Chicago officers say about three hundred striking flat janitors resumed duties today as most owners and managers of four hundred apartment buildings met demands for a ten percent wage increase. The Apartment Buildings Association disputed the union claim.
Secretary Lanning rejects claims of breakfast meetings with Bernard Baruch at the Biltmore hotel in New York. He says he never knew Baruch or spoke with him and has been in Washington except for the Army Navy game trip. The House Rules Committee resumes efforts to appoint special counsel to direct the inquiry while further testimony awaits.
Public schools in Chicago face a one day fuel supply issue as crews plan to ration deliveries. John Howatt, chief engineer, reports an embargo on overexpanded terminals and air freight, with coal being transferred between lines to ease the shortage. Most homes and buildings have not yet faced privation despite fuel difficulties.
In Wie Park Wode on January 18, Mayor Ambrose Kaley swore in about 100 special police amid an I W invasion and threats linked to Jack Beaton, the Virginia organizer banished from J. Minn. Beaton identified, questioned over concealed weapons, to be moved to Philips jail and to face Munich Judge J I MacGregor. Authorities expect an early transport and plan to meet him with deputies to prevent attacks as lumber crews clear the Beaton camps and I W W members are tracked from nearby lumber sites.
Official Washington greets Balfour's note as a step toward a league to protect international law. The document, sent in reply to President Wilson, emphasizes Americans' support for a united security framework. Strong lines praise the United States and urge cooperation to restrain aggression and uphold peace.
Washington January 18 Senator Porter McCumber of North Dakota denounced American extravagance in pursuing pleasures and warned that high living costs feed war taxes. He argued continued amusement consumption burdens the young and proposed an embargo would be unjust and class discriminatory amid rising prices and labor costs.
Governor Frazier sought to dismiss the Board members yesterday as Langer issued a fresh legal view on the ongoing Board of Regents dispute. The action signals renewed tensions between the executive and the board amid the high profile confrontation.
North Dakota officials clash over the state constitution revision plan. Attorney General William Langer cites a discrepancy in appointing the state board of regents and the board of control. Governor Hanna’s nominations and Senate confirmations are questioned as the legislature acts. Bruce comments on Justice Robinson’s statements, while Governor Frasier receives a letter regarding vacancies. The piece discusses possible injunctions to prevent submitting a revised constitution without proper legislative steps.
Chicago officials railroads and mine owners raced to avert a fuel famine as embargoes by Chesapeake and Ohio plus existing limits worsened supply. Illinois and other towns shifted to Illinois mines while demand overwhelmed available coal and the Interstate Commerce Commission and American Railways associations were urged to act. Frederick W. Upham noted demand rising as West Virginia output dwindled.
Chicago January 18 A member of the county grand jury investigating conspiracy and a former police chief Healey was ordered to show cause why he should not be punished for contempt after the state’s attorney charged he revealed grand jury secrets. The juror reportedly disclosed details of the jurors’ deliberations and the investigation.
London reports Dr. Roesicke, head of the German Farmers' Union, warns Britain will struggle to feed itself as wheat shipments from Australia and India continue. He urges action to "prevent" ships carrying food, signaling a potential escalation in wartime trade policies.
In Philadelphia a private agency detective named Kelly guarding the Thaw residence fired into a room after claiming a window knock and a beer bottle struck him. Police investigate if he was drinking or hallucinating as Thaw’s condition after razor wounds is described as improving though still cloudy. Thaw’s mother seeks seclusion from letter writers and crowds outside the hospital.
Okemah Oklahoma January 18 a deputy sheriff and an alleged bank robber were killed during a clash between an Okfuskee county posse of ten men and a band of robbers. A second robber was wounded captured and the pursuit continues after prior Harrah bank hold up.
Paris report states the brayless mule is a scientific wartime development. Large numbers were imported from America for front use, but braying at inopportune moments hindered effectiveness. Veterinary experts performed a nostril operation that silences the males, enabling them to reach the front unseen.
Washington January 18 Counsel for the railroads filed a supplementary brief in the Adamson law test case replying to the department of Justice. The brief urges practical methods to apply the law and proposes substituting an eight hour day for the current ten hour freight service standard for the 100 mile stretch.
New York January 18 ships and cargoes losses estimated between 16 and 20 million dollars as German raider activity continues. British 16 cruisers patrol southern seas in pursuit while wireless warnings say the raider may target main lanes. Uncertainty remains on the fate of the St Theodore and Yarrowdale as crews aboard affected vessels report no definite news.
Washington reports conflict over Villa operations in Mexico cause confusion at the state department. One dispatch claims Carranza forces dispersed Villa bands in the Parral district while another says Villa began an attack on Chihuahua City.
Detroit 1916 grain totals reached 863,999,156 bushels, down 22,146,896 from 1915. Chicago shipments fell to 5,088,000 bushels, a 41.7 percent drop. The Lake Carriers' Association notes four and a half cent average grain rate vs one fourteenth cent prior year.
St Paul January 18 Half interest in the Dispatch Printing company and the Itasca Paper company of Grand Rapids Minnesota has been purchased by K Blandin a longtime associate of the St Paul Dispatch and Pioneer Press Mrs Geo Thompson widow and principal owner announces Blandin will become active head and Thompson's sole representative in the organization
St Paul January 18 Prohibition advocates in both Minnesota houses after a secret caucus reported they could command sufficient votes to push measures toward a constitutional amendment. They called for a state-wide vote next Tuesday night despite weather concerns.
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