09 Oct 1917
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Newspaper
Hamilton Evening Journal
Location
Hamilton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1917
Page
1
Nearly illegible OCR text reports a quarterly conference conducted by Methodists. It notes a first meeting day evening, greetings to new officers, and mentions routine basins and work topics. The fragment lacks clear names, places, dates, or outcomes.
Linnennwald Methodists held a Monday night meeting with reports from several departments. The agenda covered business, household matters, and community affairs. Members noted attendance and discussed upcoming services and local outreach efforts.
Professor C L Loos, 63, longtime principal and teacher at Steele High School, died suddenly Monday after a hearty meal. He had been ill at home for several days and was preparing to return to work. Heart disease was the cause. Born August 8, 1849, in Wellsburg, W Va, he studied at Bethany College and came to Dayton in 1874. Survived by his wife and a sister, with several nieces and nephews.
Reading from Oxford Ontario, the Hamilton students at Miami University show strong college engagement. Many have entered professional training and four year programs, including music and athletics, with several named students pursuing further studies and athletic competition.
Loyal Americans report a fundraising note from Lt. Capt Margedant Bannitou seeking subscriptions to supply non-commissioned officers manuals and infantry regulations. A $1000 donation, raised at a recent dance, supports Red Cross efforts and reflects strong Americanism within Hamilton’s Austrian-Timenian community.
A fragment notes an examination taken by Vive at a location called Poatelfico on Saturday. Details are sparse but the event centers on the examination activity and the involved person. Further names or places are unclear within the text.
The article notes President Roosevelt creating general ranks for World War I to honor Pershing and Bliss while restoring ranks for allied command. It describes Bliss as directing the army and mentions reforms to align senior officers, with pay scales cited and general officer appointments noted. Also includes local Eaton, Ohio items on indictments and bond results, court actions, and licenses issued.
Mrs. M. J. Burns of Mignan Avanae Westwood reports a strong health turnaround after taking Tanlac. She credits improved digestion, restored appetite, and renewed energy to the tonic, saying it helped her sleep and overall strength. She urges other women feeling weak to try Tanlac and buy from local druggists and area stores listed in nearby towns.
President Wilson addresses organizers at a patriotic educational event at the White House. He argues that a decisive Allied victory is essential to safeguard democracy and prevent German propaganda from eroding American unity and resolve. The speech outlines support for a broad wartime mobilization and pledges loyal citizenship to back the government until victory.
The item outlines Charles Blumenthal of 122 Booth B Street joining Camp Sherman Ohio as a regimental shoe repairer after transfer talks with Major Case and Colonel Warfield. It notes his humorous letters, a meal description, vaccines, and his feelings about the move. Also mentions Albert Weaver injured, Barton James moving to Richmond, and a touring car theft report.
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