30 Aug 1917
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Newspaper
Grass Range Review
Location
Grass Range, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1917
Page
1
London Aug 16 The parade of American soldiers dominates the morning papers with Lens battle and the pope's peace leading the coverage. Premier Lloyd George praised the troops saying it was a thrilling spectacle and reflected a nation of 100,000,000 that always accomplishes its tasks.
Washington August 16 Senator Henry L Myers of Montana introduces a drastic wartime bill to curb disloyal speech. The measure bans uttering disloyal, profane, or seditious language about the government flag or armed forces, with fines up to 5000 dollars and imprisonment up to five years. It also prohibits speech intended to incite rebellion against authorities.
The article explains U S army officer ranks by epaulet marks from second lieutenant to three star generals. It lists insignia for each rank and notes general officers are rare with Washington and Grant as the only two in history.
Fer gus County farmers plan large winter wheat seeding amid rising smut in crop. The article notes seed treatment reduces smut over years, compares formaldehyde and bluestone methods, and cites Washington State experiments favoring early or late seeding for smut control. It also mentions moisture, planting depth, and seed cleanliness as factors.
U S crop projections indicate this fall will bring a corn harvest larger than any prior year by 67 million bushels while wheat is expected to fall about 25 million bushels below normal. This contrast highlights a strong corn yield alongside weaker wheat production across the United States.
Provost Marshal General Crowder announces draft plans with 30 percent of regular army recruits to be called to the colors on September 5, another 30 percent on September 15, a third 30 percent on September 30, and the remaining 10 percent as soon thereafter as possible.
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