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Newspaper
Grand Forks Herald
Location
Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1918
Page
5
Fragmentary notice from Grand Forks Herald about service flag, republication rights, and address update instructions. Includes boilerplate rights statement and references to authorities and publishers, with unclear dates and names due to OCR corruption.
On Tuesday evening June 11 1918 a speaker discusses a named system of control guiding war effort. He identifies its aims and influence, referring to Prussianism junkerism and related writers and teachers. The talk argues the system must be defeated in all forms, root and branch.
The article discusses McAdoo's rate authority and the clash between federal and state rail regulation. It foresees courts potentially limiting state traffic rules and contemplates a national rail system with unified control, possibly prompting a constitutional amendment and nationwide railroad ownership. It argues for nationalization of rail operations while preserving federal dominance over interstate commerce.
An analysis rejects sensational gossip about Kaiser Wilhelm II. It argues the world cares not for private life but for his role as ruler. It notes his harsh traits and public impact, framing the ongoing global struggle as a test of his leadership.
John Steen is described as a safe and prudent leader who has proven success in farming and will not burden the state with risky financing. The narration praises caution in government finance and private enterprise, urging sound business methods across state and municipal operations. John Breen is portrayed as a prudent yet progressive figure pushing for new methods to improve the state’s welfare.
A historical critic argues that removing Indians to schools often leaves them with enough schooling to be ineffective in both their old life and new roles. The author claims the German system trains rulers of a jungle spirit, masking brutal aims with education. The piece laments superficial progress and calls out cultural erosion.
Secretary Lansing rejects the German demand to swap Rintelen for an American prisoner. The reply notes Americans in Germany are few while the U S holds many German POWs and interned or observed nationals. The United States will negotiate exchanges only when no harm occurs to allies and will not trade a convicted felon for any American. The Kaiser cannot threaten Uncle Sam.
Report from London on American training camps in Italy noting emphasis on efficiency and camaraderie. Aviators learn language at meals while camps occupy a historic village setting, with young pilots displaying keener language skills. News mentions a mediadrome casualty among Brit troops, reflecting wartime danger.
Plans for a permanent military hospital with 500 beds on a thirty acre tract near Anne city on two rail lines were submitted to the Surgeon General. The facility would hold about 2,000 patients in emergency and the park would be used for vocational training of crippled soldiers. London watchers propose staggers in factory start times to ease worker rushes and keep transport efficient.
Government crop report issued today by the U S bureau of crop estimates notes North Dakota and other states show increased wheat acreage. Spring wheat in North Dakota pegged at 1 630 000 acres up 9 percent from last year with favorable conditions boosting overall production and quality across the U S.
The army reports 130 names with 26 in action or wounded severly. Died of wounds and disease include Sergeant Fred S. Murphy and Lieutenant Edward Hines Jr. The list lists many privates and corporals from states such as Pennsylvania Ohio Wisconsin New York and more, along with GIs from city and town addresses, and several in the wounded in action and slightly wounded categories.
North Dakota crop data show barley acreage around 1.7 million acres versus 1.825 million last year, barley production indicated at 34.7 million bushels with 3 percent condition, and rye condition declining with unfavorable outlook. State hay and pasture conditions remain low though improving, alfalfa acreage down at least one third due to severe winter kill.
Minneapolis reads as the mills start their final season in the lumber industry. The early season delays shift production from last year as nearly fifty-nine million feet of lumber were sawed, with the industry anticipating a continued demand despite a late start. The article notes historical growth tied to the mills and rail shipments from the north.
E L Gunnarson takes Hallock Weekly News editor role. June 14 dedication of Versippi school in Stark county. Hallock hosts tractor school by Kittson county farm bureau. Norton to tour France July to August. Northwestern Summer school at Minot normal June 26. Jurgs attendance likely at annual summer picnic in Minot June 30. Surrey high school commencement June 14 with address by D A Stoner. Burleigh county reports 106 selective service candidates. expected 180. Danish Lutheran convention to meet in Kenmare with 250 delegates over six days starting Thursday. E J White of Medford patents a Sammy Boyell and plans a factory. Swan Lofthus of Canada dies after auto crash near Westby. driver exonerated. Bathgate school for the blind to perform Red Cross benefit program June 10. Minot Association of Commerce officers elected. Stark County Farmers Union promotes Red Cross acre drive. 400 acres wheat omitted as canvassing proceeds. Walsh county Republicans lead with 2,296 to 1,741 Democrats. Minot city wells to supply July. capacity details noted. Wool market updates outline government pricing and shipping plans for local growers.
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