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Newspaper
Harrisburg Telegraph
Location
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1917
Page
3
Charles Stouffer shot his wife Clara during a Saturday night confrontation at 272 Briggs street then wounded himself. Clara Stouffer died from a brain injury. Charles survived his self inflicted wound and was hospitalized in Harrisburg. The couple’s relation to Mayor E S Mears and Police Chief Wetzel is noted with a significant community response.
The Norwegian legation reports 49 steamers totalling 75,397 tons were sunk in May with 25 lives lost. Survivors tell of two additional sinkings, including the Karuma sunk April 27 near the Spanish coast and the Imberhorne sunk May 1 off the west coast of Ireland.
Baron Rosen, once Russian Ambassador to the United States, calls for a diplomatic conference with the Allied powers to seek a basis for peace with the Central Powers. He argues Russia's aims have failed and the war risks prolonging into a drawn out exhaustion for all sides.
A Liberty Bond committee in New York outlines the impact of a $50 bond. It could purchase flour, bread, bacon, sugar, coffee, butter, beef, beans, ammunition, rifles, blankets, tents, socks, shirts, shoes, khaki suits, and overcoats. It notes the bond could equip a soldier for the front and fund his upkeep for a year.
For the convenience of lawyers and small corporations we offer Accident Blanks in book form a year's supply. Send to any address on receipt of price one dollar.
Miz Lerch faced sentencing after a July rail strike row in Penbrook with statements of testing strength and requests for leniency from residents. Judge Kunkel deferred, reviewing max penalties of ten years and ten thousand dollars fine and parole standards. Blumson sentencing postponed. Wickersham cites interpreter duties. Potterger ordered to pay attachment costs.
Adjutant General Stewart reported to the War Department that the National Guard units not in Federal service totaled 545 officers and 12 504 men as of May 31. Infantry regiments and auxiliary units show varied strength, with several nearing full war strength, while headquarters units bridge the gap.
Amoy China report notes relations with the Peking Government are broken, martial law declared yet no disturbances occur. Both sides expect an amicable settlement of the controversy, according to officials.
Paris reports a powerful explosion at a factory in Auberilliers early this morning. Nearby roofs were torn off and additional damage occurred but there were no reported casualties. In Washington, Wilson’s war aims message for the new Russian government was delivered in Petrograd by Ambassador Francis and will be published in a day or two after the State Department clears details.
A letter from Washington urged local shippers and the Chamber of Commerce to conserve rail freight car space. It notes demand far exceeds supply, especially as troops are deployed, and calls for maximum loading, prompt handling, and local campaigns to boost efficiency. It offers Bureau guidance and welcomes reports on results.
The War Department outlines plans to deploy one hundred thousand American troops to France by winter. The force will mix regulars and National Guardsmen with varied training timelines. The exact numbers depend on training speed and transport capacity.
New Britain Connecticut authorities probed to find those behind widespread anti draft handbills condemning conscription and criticizing the government. The influx of leaflets was noted as officers intensified efforts to track down distribution networks.
John Scerenski was arrested by Federal authorities for advising two draft age men to avoid registration tomorrow. Charles Barkus and Stanley Collis were summoned as government witnesses at the preliminary hearing.
Six year old William Dun suffered a scalp laceration after being struck by a bicycle near Cameron school this morning. He received treatment at Harrisburg Hospital for minor injuries.
Eighth Regiment National Guard of Pennsylvania nears full strength with D and I companies as siting and recruiting continue at the armory and courthouse steps. A concert by the Eighth Regiment band draws crowds while officials announce new registration requirements for men aged 21 to 30 to qualify for enlistment.
The twenty third annual meeting of the Pennsylvania Bar Association will be at Bedford Springs from June 26 to 28. Judge William H Staake announced a program with addresses by leaders on legal problems and committee reports on penal law reform liquor license removal from courts and uniform court procedures. Henry D Eastabrook will speak on The Constitution Between Friends, and Hampton L Carson will read John G Johnson. Officers and delegates to state and national bar groups will be elected and appointed on June 28.
The Italian war mission's progress through the South and Middle West is postponed as Prince of Udine and Signor Marconi fall ill. The prince, with a slight fever from a cold, is reported not seriously ill and may be mobile in two or three days. Marconi has endured a weeklong illness and plans to join the mission if possible in Chicago or New York.
Henry Melchior aged 73 a Civil War veteran died at his home 1727 Penn Street He ran a shoe repair shop at 1719 Sixth Street Born in Germany he came to the United States early settled near Lobata and Hancock Bainbridge He served in Company A 178th Regiment later in Company G 21st Regiment He survived by a wife four sons Harry Christian Ralph Lester two daughters Mrs Whitmayer Mrs Mendrick and Miss Mabel He will be buried in Baingridge with funeral at his home Wednesday at 7 30 p m conducted by Rev Amos M Stamers
New York June 4 The nation wide campaign for the Liberty Loan needs a renewed push as secretary of the treasury William G McAdoo says the supreme effort is yet to be made He will address mass meetings tonight urging every man and woman to redouble efforts and make the loan Americas answer to the war for democracy He calls the Liberty Loan a night and day proposition to secure a great over subscription.
The body of David W. Brighthill of Derry Church was found on the Les cure farm near Penbrook. An auto license with his name was found on clothing. Coroner Eckinger could not confirm suicide, but a revolver with one chamber fired suggests self harm. The father claimed the body and took it home near Derry Church. Witnesses Samuel Ream William Reydell and Daniel Reichert found the body.
A man seeks $50,000 life insurance while a friend was rejected for $1,000 after medical checks. The exchange notes belief in eligibility but highlights doctors' refusals and the challenge of obtaining policies.
A fragmented note asks to specify intention and clarifies where the inquiry was made in Poway. The text mentions beral and meres as unclear terms within the local item.
Victor Bihl was held under $300 bail after being charged with assaulting Park Officer BP L McPherson and resisting efforts to remove him from a Reservoir Park tennis court for not wearing regulation shoes. Alderman C BE Murray presided at the afternoon hearing. Frank Baumgartner began hauling stones for riprap along river slopes from Calder to Maclay streets, with work likely to start late this week.
The fragment hints at a movement toward freedom and enlightenment while noting current film scenes feature oppression and high tension. It references movie people and ongoing production tendencies without detailing specific events or names.
A thrilling Red Cross benefit game at Harrisburg Country Club drew a large crowd as Yale Juniors fell to Harrisburg Academy First Form 15 to 14. Yale featured former standouts and strong hitting from Brinser and Mersereau, while H A's Ten men fielded and relied on occasional wild pitches. Umpires H B Bent and Francis J Hall control the tense contest as $76 was raised for the local Red Cross.
The government reports 141 alien arrests in recent weeks across northern New Jersey and western Connecticut as part of anti espionage and liberty loan efforts. Aliens are held at Ellis Island, with crowding forcing possible transfer to a detention camp in South Carolina.
Senate Finance Committee adopts plan for a direct two percent tax on advertising receipts, opposing higher second class postage. The revised bill may reach the Senate soon with a proposed one billion dollar bond issue for the first year of war and additional revenue measures.
Former President William Howard Taft answered the question of what men beyond military age can do in the war. He urged support for Liberty Loan drives, the Red Cross, and the YMCA as the most important contributions.
Harrisburg Academy seniors attended a baccalaureate service at Market Square Presbyterian Church. Rev. Dr. George Edward Hawes spoke on the lives of Samuel and Saul and the choices facing the graduates as they prepare for the world. Commencement is set for Thursday.
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