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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1917
Page
1
A Belgian newspaper reports German sailors at Ostend refusing to board submarines, an officer thrown into the sea, and about 30 mutineers removed in handcuffs as Austro German tensions ripple through naval circles watched by Washington officials.
Petrograd reports a Gulf of Riga naval battle where the Russian battleship Slava was sunk after taking multiple hits. The Slava, built in 1903, was 13,516 tons with 397 feet length and 76 feet beam.
Official dispatches describe Austrian crews revolting over ill treatment and food, clashes with German submarine crews at Pola, with officers on both sides killed. Measures include moving the German fleet base. News from Berne and Amsterdam notes widespread mutinies and heightened naval tension.
The Times' former Berlin correspondent reports that German newspapers on October 10 show the Wilhelmshaven mutiny claims used by the government to deflect exposure of pan German propaganda in the army. Reichnitz and another sailor face charges while Haase condemns the discord.
Copenhagen reports possibly naval and military actions at the Aland islands as the next German move. German papers discuss sealing the Gulf of Finland by gaining bases to the north and south. The Aland islands, eighty in number, lie in the Gulf of Bothnia north of the Gulf of Finland entrance.
Private Thomas H Waddell of the 163d machine gun company. Montana enlisted. Funeral with military honors at Tryon Street Methodist Church. Chaplain Pippy officiated. 163d M G C escorted the body from church to the station. Body sent to Rathdrum Idaho to mother after delayed location. Waddell, 20, was well liked and the first death among 14 000 western men at Camp Greene.
Paris reports Lieutenant Raoul Lufbery of Willingford Connecticut, a celebrated member of the Franco American flying corps, has reportedly brought down his 13th enemy machine, earning further praise in French orders.
Des Moines reports show wets leading in Monday's election returns with an estimate ranging from about 1000 to 2500 votes. Official results due in about ten days.
Ten thousand soldiers from Camp Wadsworth marched in Spartanburg under Brigadier General Phil lips to spur Liberty Loan support. The review showcased the 27th division in a city parade.
Copenhagen reports rumors of a German warship lost in the Sound. Indefinite reports circulate as the bodies of two marines and a sailor drift ashore near Esener, Denmark.
New York report says October cotton futures fell 5 points while other months rose 6 to 16 points at the opening. Prices listed show October at 27.60, December 27.30, January 26.97, March 26.75, and May 26.63.
A German submarine captured by the British will be displayed in New York soon. It arrived in the hold of an English steamship yesterday and was unloaded today for assembly in Central Park.
Washington October 18 Olin S Wright of Plant City Florida is named one of four new active sovereign grand inspectors general of the supreme council of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rites for the southern judiciary of the United States.
New York Oct 18 4000 to 5000 pupils marched near two schoolhouses in anti Gary system demonstrations tied to the mayoralty campaign. Mothers joined some, causing disturbances that required reserve police to be called out.
Idol, cashier of the Wachovia Bank and Trust company, announced that the bank in all its branches subscribed for 250000 dollars worth of the second issue liberty loan bonds. The bonds are for bank securities and not for customer sale, though applications are welcome. The bank participates with other local banks in promoting bond sales in cities where it operates.
Kinston October meeting of Liberty Loan sale committees reports strong farmer interest and enthusiasm. County allotment around 375 000 dollars seen as too low, with a goal of about 250 000 dollars expected to be subscribed by rural residents and farmers during the big drive.
A Berlin dispatch reports the Kaiser told a lunch party after reading Painleve’s first speech that France must come and take Alsace Lorraine. The remark came as Lus press coverage notes a demand for Alsace Lorraine. A London telegram notes German policy linked to wartime claims.
Washington reports recently received German ration data reveal a diet far below health needs. In American terms the weekly allotment totals about 4% pounds of bread half a peck of potatoes cup of beans half a pound of meat 12 sugar cubes six patties of butter and equal fat portions.
Amsterdam reports the Boersen Zeitung of Berlin says Dr. Michaelis proposed Frederich Von Payer as vice chancellor to replace Karl Helfferich. Von Payer, a Progressive Reichstag member, declined the post.
Copenhagen reports confirm Dr Michaelis offering Frederick von Paver the vice chancellorship. The move would mark a shift by the chancellor to dismiss Helfferich and Navy Minister von Capelle to steady affairs after naval mutinies and Reichstag salary concessions.
Washington reports outline a London conference decision pressing neutral nations, especially European ones, to endure greater burdens as the Allies tighten the blockade to cut off supplies to the German army. Details reach Washington via official channels signaling continued wartime pressure.
The Fast End Methodist church closed a highly successful revival led by Rev. P. Fe Parker of Thomasville. Six new members were received bringing the total to 22, with forty two conversions during the meeting and many planning to join Fast End or other churches next Sunday.
In Buenos Aires on October 18 the strike continues despite a presidential decree ending it and a 10 percent wage rise agreed by companies. Most workers refuse to return, with transport paralyzed and telegraph lines damaged, isolating many points.
Washington October 18 The American Public Health Association opened its 45th annual convention with Herbert Hoover as chief speaker. All sections adjourned to allow attendance. Delegates then met in groups to select members for the advisory council.
Banks in the city unify to boost the second liberty loan issue. The campaign urges residents to buy bonds as four percent non taxable government notes aiding the war effort. High Point bankers promote easy payment plans and advertise through The Enterprise to encourage broad local subscription.
Amsterdam reports socialist leader Philip Scheidemann stating union of the Russian provinces Courtland and Livonia with Germany cannot be contemplated. He notes provisional revolutions of the provinces have been handled per Reichstag committee resolution against annexation.
High Point police guard a 14-year-old boy from Stoneyville who left home after his mother died and his father deserted him. He has a younger brother living with an uncle in Stoneville and paid him weekly. The boy is bright, wants a home, and is willing to work to earn one.
In Atlanta on the Lakewood track Miss Harris M driven by A Mc Donald won the free for all pace for a 2000 purse. Mendosa with Curtis won the 2 13 class trot for 1000 in straight heats. Baxter Lou with Valentine won the 2 07 class pacing event for 1500 in straight heats.
Spartanburg news reports the third victim, Sumpell I. Person, a civil engineer, died in a local hospital after last night’s Piedmont and Northern wreck. The death toll stands at three, including one soldier and two civilians.
Washington officials report unofficial figures show about 1.5 billion dollars subscribed to the Liberty Loan, roughly half of the minimum quota. The estimate reflects treasury calculations from early reports.
Portland Ore Oct 18 V Everett Macy chairman of the federal wage adj ustment board said he was surprised to learn the shipping board in Washington announced settlement of the Portland ship yard strike hearings have not concluded and no result attained Operators and labor leaders reported no agreement though hope for a favorable outcome soon persists.
Mrs Charles Pratt will attend the Star convention to be held in Chicago showing civic engagement and social connections.
Richmond October 18 Local clerks of the Atlantic Coast Line railroad who went on strike this week said they were hopeful of winning their demands as sympathetic action spread. Clerks in Rocky Mount New York are reported to have walked out today.
German bombers concentrated on Nancy with 30 aircraft taking part in the latest raids causing civilian casualties. In Flanders British infantry remain in trenches while Germany renews bombardment as air fighting intensifies with French and German sorties and raids reported near Verdun and Arras.
The war office reports German forces have taken 10,000 prisoners and 50 guns on Oesel island. It says Russian naval forces in the gulf have been trapped by Germans and German units lie in Cassar bay east of Oesel, blocking the passage.
Washington reports the fuel administration awaiting results of a warning to operators and miners that interference with production would not be tolerated. Garfield did not detail steps but Congress has empowered residents to take over mines if needed. In Chicago three days coal supply remains as a 1500 miners strike in Illinois threatens a shortage before Saturday. state output fell from 100000 tons a day to 60000 tons yesterday.
Local admirers of Florence LaBadie, the movie star, learn the funeral was held in New York yesterday after a fatal automobile accident weeks earlier. LaBadie, 23, was among filmdom’s most popular stars and was connected with a Broadway appearance today in When Love Was Blind.
Mrs. RR. L. Loflin announces a special sale of seasonable millinery to reduce stock before moving back into the Loflin building damaged by fire weeks ago. Bargains in fashionable millinery offered as the store reopens at its former stand in a few days.
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