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Newspaper
Grand Forks Herald
Location
Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1918
Page
5
This item outlines subscription options for morning, evening and Sunday delivery, with monthly and per mail prices. It notes payment in advance, termination on expiration, and policy for changing addresses requiring old and new addresses. Includes circulation manager contact and 588 Fifth Street address, dated Tuesday evening June 18 1918.
A Charlotte News editorial denounces Americans who claimed to support fighting only abroad and not at home. It declares Germany has attacked the U.S. on American shores and urges those who criticized conscription or recruiting to prove their mettle by joining or backing the war effort. The piece uses bold rhetoric to challenge alleged shirkers.
One week before voting, voters prepare for the Republican primary where two factions vie for governor and state posts. The Nonpartisan League bloc backs the incumbent leadership and wartime policy, while an independent slate led by John Steen seeks change and full support of the war effort.
The text praises men of the Independent ticket for governance aligned with real progress, criticizing rival agitators. It highlights their past success as indications of future performance and urges voters to support John Green and other Independent candidates to advance a loyal state focused on homes and business.
The university today conducts the formal installation of Dr J Thomas F Kane. He has directed the institution for months and now assumes official duties as the nation faces trials, guiding an expansion of citizenship and democracy in the region. Kane and his wife receive a ceremonial greeting as Grand Forks prepares for his leadership and ongoing work with students, faculty, and the city.
A German submarine campaign off the Virginia Capes has raised sinkings to 30 on this Atlantic side. The piece condemns German methods as unlawful and brutal, noting merchant ships must be warned and saved when possible. It warns patience in hunting the raiders as the Atlantic is vast.
Growing Jam B Culbertok joins Edward P. Costigan and David J. Lewis in attendance as the conference continues.
Soldiers returning from drills and marches may wear abbreviated swim trunks and dive into the Wig swimming pool at Fort Bits. The Paso chamber of commerce and local officials discussed plans to support the pool project as part of post activities.
June 18 Washington reports 49 names: 10 killed in action, 2 died of wounds, 1 from airplane accident, 1 from disease, 1 from accident and other causes, 33 wounded severely, 1 wounded slightly. Officers include Lieut Wm Campbell Johnson of Eau Claire Wisconsin killed in action. Names span multiple states with ranks from lieutenant to private and a few missing in action.
A long roster records private Alvin H. Harris and sergeants Robert B. Loyd Earl Belfry Harold D. Adkins and others reported wounded or died in action. It lists numerous addresses and homes across Minnesota Wisconsin Ohio California and more, with ranks from private to first lieutenant and notes on death injuries and recoveries. The fragmentary list names many individuals and cities including Minneapolis St Paul Chicago Philadelphia and Seattle, reflecting a broad, uncertain casualty roll from ongoing combat operations.
Thousands of women line up for a weekly five cent coin distribution in New Orleans a charity event run by local firms. The scene shows a crowded queue from dawn, with mothers and grandmothers seeking coins to buy food and essentials, while some express disappointment at missing out. A veteran mammy laments being edged out by younger women as she hobbles with crutch and cane.
Sitka Alaska May 10 The town organized a mass meeting in the local theater and split into districts for volunteers to canvass for the loan drive. School children sang Loyalty and God Bless America style verses, boosting morale amid a strong community effort.
A scattered North Dakota digest notes local politics in Sark and Ward counties, reports on the McKenzie County Equity Ascot convention June 20, and previews Fargo gatherings for the State Retail Jewelers and Optometrists. It mentions bank block sales in Minot, drownings in Hatton and Goose River, and political broadsides involving local papers and figures like George Homnes and Townley supporters.
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