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06 Jun 1918
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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1918
Page
1
One cent a ward each, display advertising rates made Keown upon application.
Frank B. Lynch state director urges each county to set aside a day for patriotic services during church camp meetings. Sunday is proposed for the main session with war related speakers and unity singing. Lecturers will provide materials, and county church units should arrange speakers through the Speakers Bureau.
A letter from Internal Revenue Collector Lewellyn warns editors and readers about people posing as Income Tax Agents to sell books and extract payments. Citizens are urged to verify officials before sharing tax information and to report any impersonators for investigation to protect taxpayers.
Annapolis Md June 6 The class of 1919 graduates are addressed by Secretary Peary as he praises the Americans who mobilized justice and liberty against Germany. He notes the academy’s 199 graduates who finish a year early due to the war and pledge to uphold liberty.
The Department of Agriculture reports crop values across states with Illinois leading at 842 million while Rhode Island shows 8.35 million. Texas, Iowa, Ohio, Missouri, Georgia, Nebraska, Indiana, Maine, and California follow in value order.
The document describes required registration for German alien females under the President's Proclamation of April 19, 1918. It details penalties including restraint, imprisonment, and removal for failure to register or violations of regulations, with jurisdiction extending to all U S land and waters.
Secretary of War Baker asked the Fortification Committee of the House for an appropriation of sixteen billion dollars to establish sixteen aeroplane and balloon stations on the Atlantic and Pacific coasts to defend against aerial and submarine attacks.
Five day draft window from June 19 to June 24 assigns quotas to Camps Sherman Greenleaf and Lee with none allocated to Indiana County. State Draft Bureau notes practical exhaustion of Class A-L in the county, while Jefferson County to send 107 men.
The speaker notes that the men he has observed appear cheerful and hopeful, moving through life’s trials with a smile. They face changes and chances of married life with a steady, positive demeanor.
The list shows names of residents with uncalled letters as of June 1 at the Ine na Post Office. Inquiries should be made indicating advertisements dated June 1, to H. Wyfee P.M.
Major General Leonard Wood delivered a farewell to officers at Camp Funston before overseas deployment. He spoke of temporary separation, praised the unit's hard work, and urged maintaining high standards as he prepared to join Camp Funston for a new division. Witnesses described the review as emotional and moving, with strong public pride in the troops.
Railroads report April earnings rising sharply with about 80 million dollars net operating income for first class lines. Government loans and advances reach 124.9 million for four months, as several carriers reveal substantial April gains and continued federal support.
A worker slipped while being attacked by a falling axe, severing his wrist. Surgeons at State hospital reattached the hand, aiming to restore use within seven years. The incident occurs during wartime shop conditions, with plans to keep operations steady and full employment for seven years.
A disjointed report notes Mae Slopthourar of Harrisburg aged eighteen suffered a hair and head burn when a Dre ortheale caused a blaze. The dwelling was not damaged and she was not badly hurt. Separate items mention Senator proposing a two cent coin and US Navy seaplanes arriving in Cuba.
In Alaska, Mra Linsey and Pratt lead the Liberty Bond committee in Fairlane to raise funds for the Red Cross as clubs donate dues and scrap metal drives mobilize for war relief. Local groups like bridge and social clubs collect discarded metal and rubber to ship to the States for relief efforts, aiding hospitals and war-related aid while Alaska residents push ahead with fundraising despite reduced buying power.
Old barns retired after the auto era are being remodeled in Junction City into large or two story houses. Exterior changes are light with wall board interiors, many covered in stucco, renting for 20 to 40 dollars or more based on size and location. As barns prove profitable, many owners plan similar conversions to meet housing demand.
A bobcat wandered from Yellowstone canyons into a Bozeman playground near a kindergarten. Children cheered as the animal appeared, drawing teachers and police. A frightened cat fled then a police bullet ended the incident.
A badly garbled report describes six Miss Ada Spidel and Miss Lela Corley at a high school event. They allegedly disguised as boys using hats and breif garments, worked briefly, and returned home after authorities questioned their intent.
A distorted Los Angeles dispatch quotes Kaiser statements claiming German dominance. The text portrays boasts of naval supremacy and world rule, reflecting wartime rhetoric and public anxieties about future conflicts.
Lost on Monday evening a circle pin set with pearls and sapphires. Return to Gazette for reward of 712s. Also lost between Marion Center and Goodust Lane a black traveling bag belonging to Mrs. Frank Robinson. Reward offered by Winder if returned to the National Hotel.
A fragmented report describes cattle bought November 7, 1907, weighing about 1,124 pounds and sold after 170 days for average profit of $41.26 per steer. Initial cost $89.05 per steer, selling price about $130. The text mentions the State Livestock Board and serum production for disease control, with era details and local references to Derry, VA.
A terse assessment notes that sounding honest outshines a preferred gift, suggesting integrity over appearances. The remark frames a choice between blunt candor and superficial generosity in a domestic or social context.
War Savings quotas for the district demand an average of $2,000,000 subscribed daily through June 28. Attorney James Francis Burke, Pittsburgh, district savings director, pledges success if all participate. The campaign targets patriotism and urges everyone to buy War Savings Stamps and join Pershing Limit and Quota clubs. A house to house canvass across Western Pennsylvania will promote every home as a War Savings investment.
The grand jury at Heilwood handed true bills against Salmatlee Patterson for fornication and brawdy, John Watro for carrying condensed neaphos and discharging firearms, and Reol Lytle for assault and battery, while indictments for murders at Coy and Me-Tityr target Calderoni and Cur Rifano. Lyte, charged with assault and battery, had the charge ignored. Heilwood School principal R. Lyte is named in related proceedings. Mike Ayoub prosecutes.
A fragmented note from the Ohio State Journal discusses how a neighbor’s back gate and a cat sound similar on windy nights. It observes the faint distinction between the two with limited context and unclear events.
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