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Newspaper
Inter Mountain Globe
Location
Hulett, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1917
Page
5
Nine men, including two Americans, were arrested after police found rubber coils on bodies and at a home. Investigators suspect a weekly rubber trade worth 26 000 to 98 000 dollars. Suspects claim many sailors run illegal operations. The men face Brooklyn court proceedings tomorrow.
A letter claiming Jews in Warsaw are starving is vouched by the provisional Ziomiet committee. It reports widespread hunger in every street and home, with mothers watching babies die while wealthier families sell hair to buy essentials, a claim seen as alarming.
London August 11 The British labor party conference at Westminster voted to send delegates to the Stockholm consultative conference by 1 046 000 to 64 000. The session erupted as it learned Italian and Belgian socialist organizations would not participate. Privy Councillor James H Thomas faced boos and cheers while addressing the gathering.
Twenty one mines closed today after a 9000 man strike for a one cent daily raise. Several hundred already out with more to join. Governors of Wisconsin Indiana and Minnesota plan joint action to address the coal situation.
Park Inc. 10.-Price McQuillan of Igerbrook Pa and Wayne Weiterlein of Philadelphia members of Section 22 of the American Red Crows ambulance net seriously wounded while loading wounded at a post on the battle front.
Aug. 10 report notes a wage increase approved amid efforts to raise pay for workers at the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe shops. Details outline the percentage and effective date of the raise.
New York August 10. Severse reports say band members who failed to appear before local exemption boards were summoned after being drawn in the draft. Authorities warn of prosecutions for draft evasion as they pursue those who avoided service and ignored exemptions.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a hog market record from Mo Aug 10 listing prices and quantities. details are unclear but reference a sale and pricing.
Washington August 11 the Interstate Commerce Commission ruled reductions in freight rates from Kaomas and La Janta Colorado towns to become effective in 60 days after the state railroad board's application. The ICC found railroads unjustified in raising rates to align with Omaha and Kansas City levels.
Washington. Aug 11 Senator Simmons chair of the finances committee opening the debate on the 2 006 070 000 watt tax bill argues to raise federal revenues for war costs without injustice to rich or poor. He says the plan taxes incomes and war profits heavily with extra levies on intoxicants and bonds while balancing present and future generations. He notes 45 large corporations would pay much of the war tax under the revised plan and that the House system for publishers tax is eliminated as burdensome and possibly disastrous to many publications.
Army department commanders are relieved from cantonments and guard camps and will focus on regular troops. Major General Wood and Major General J Franklin Bell remain in department commands at home, not sent to Europe, with over 60 new generals expected in days ahead.
Washington August 10 President Wilson signed a bill increasing the Interstate Commerce Commission from seven to nine members leaving one vacancy. The president will have three appointments to make soon with several candidates under consideration.
Washington reports a full agreement on wages and working conditions for merchant fleet sailors and employers. Government officials say the pact solves the manpower shortage for operating the wartime fleet and will employ only union labor.
The federal trade commission reports three large packing firms Armour Morris and Libby conspired to buy the entire California tomato crop driving up retail prices. California output is a twelfth of the nation’s crop while Hoover wheel control will appoint government buyers to purchase wheat surplus under new food measures signed into law by President Wilson. Armour Co says it cannot secure enough tomatoes for its distribution.
Lincoln Aug. 11. Nicolas Borodin and fellow Russian mission members study Nebraska University agriculture extension and dairy work to take back to Russia. They plan to bring Russian youths and experts to exchange knowledge and visit American farms. Borodin notes Allied war news and cites Secretary Root’s encouraging report.
Clay Center Kansas August 10 Physicians attending former President William Howard Taft say he is improving after intestinal illness. Dr B F Morgan reports Taft has a normal temperature and is weaker but more cheerful and like himself than since the attack began Tuesday morning.
Adjutant General Goo A White issued a notice to draft exemption boards warning to watch for men who take drugs to impair themselves temporarily so they will be rejected for military service on the grounds of physical disability.
New York August 1 The American Alliance for Labor and Democracy sent invitations to over 100 women Jews in Pennsylvania New Jersey Rhode Island and New York for a Monday meeting to discuss plans to counter anti conscription organizations nationwide. The alliance will cooperate with the American Federation of Labor, per secretary Robert Mulwer.
John Baer, elected on the National Nonpartisan league platform in North Dakota, took the oath in Washington D C and called for a public declaration detailing terms of peace.
Chicago August 10 The Liberty War Medical and Burgin relief society was organized to reclassify men deemed unfit for service due to minor physical imperfections. Chair Clara Ann Was elected president. The group held operations today to determine if these men can meet the required standards for military eligibility.
Washington Aug 10 Press- Whows fate will go down in history among nine titermen in the an nude of the world. Here are some of the facts of bia life your children and grad. children will learn from their aboo books. Born December 28 1850 at Bianton Va. Abertry Beoteh- Iriah on both wholes Educated by his father a noted scholar at Davidwon college Bay Princeton college University of Virginia Johns Hopkins university Practiced law at Athieta Ga Served on teaching staffs of Kyn Mowr college Pa. Woes leven university and Princeton university President of Princeton college LM-10 lee president of the United States 1812 Author of Life of George Washington History of thorns Poo we Constitutional Government in the United States and other historical gad political works.
American troops training with British instructors at a valley camp in England study gas mask use and recognition of fumes. They adjust masks, practice in trenches, and face varied gas releases to build quick detection skills while language differences between Cockney and American soldiers pose minor communication hurdles.
Washington August 10 Provost General Crowder issued regulations for calling men into the new national army. Two hundred thousand of the 687000 expected will be drafted by September and sent to camps. Local draft boards will manage induction, shelter, food, transport, and training up to camp arrival. Exemption claims for dependency spurred governors to tighten rules as many registrants seek discharge. Crowder warned that widespread exemptions could undermine the army’s manpower and delay readiness.
The southern district Supreme exemption board in Des Moines refused personal hearings for 16 inventors with attorneys ready to argue their claims. Chairman Fly said all claims must be filed by affidavit and examined through the county attorney of Grimes County. Camp Dodge, in Lela, was cited as a reference to government sanitation rules.
Henry Porter of Smithland was arrested after a preliminary hearing for failing to register. He was found with 912000 in his cash in his pockets and posted a 1000 bond. Porter says he toured every state since the war with Germany began and admits he forgot to register.
Judge J W Anderson presided as the Shannon case drew attention. Attorney for Shannon charged city officials with evading the writ and ignoring the court order. He urged the city be compelled to certify a complete record of the transaction in the Shannon matter.
Bonar Law told the House of Lords Britain will not issue another war loan in the parliamentary recess unless an emergency occurs. He noted U S advances have been on short term notes and suggested America might prefer a dated loan, justifying government power to issue such loans.
British and French forces report seven mile front advances in Flanders, with Westhoek and Wixshoote areas affected. Canadian troops from Ontario raid Lens sectors, taking prisoners after heavy bombardment. Turkish batteries silenced by Royal Navy monitors in Asia Minor.
Plattsburg camp awards commissions as announced by the adjutant general. Iowa recipients include A. Little of Prairie City promoted to captain and Jowepl W. Zeller of Winterset named first lieutenant. Also listed from Fort Benjamin Harrison are Alfred T. Falk of Davenport and others.
A banner at a White House gate reading Kaiser Wilson was torn down after jeers from an angry crowd during a suffragist picket. The incident occurred as the group protested for votes for women.
The body of Alice Bradatuw, a crippled child, was found near a swamp in Lyndon. Officials say a search began July 6 after two women, Etta Hicks and Mrs Alvin KenNister, admitted killing the child because she was a burden. Preliminary exam did not determine cause of death. The girl was once described as crippled from infantile paralysis. her mother died in infancy.
Kansas City Missouri announces that mature trading in corn is forbidden on the Kansas City Board of Trade. The board’s directors approve closing existing contracts, with cash trading unaffected. Secretary Bigelow says the reevaluation is effective until further action.
Washington Aug 10 A national holiday may be declared on September 2 in consideration of the entrainment of the draft levy for training cantonments. No steps have been taken yet but officials discussed mobilization and transportation feasibility with the green marshal general record probable and arrangements were made.
Omaha reports that the Nebraska brigade of 4000 men will entrain tomorrow for the great concentration camp at Deming New Mexico. The move comes from the United States Army general staff in Farmington. Exact troop details and first units depend on transport and machine gun companies. Entrainment is scheduled for August 10 or as soon as possible and will be guided by the mustering officer Major James W. Heidt of Lincoln.
Congress receives bills from Senator Simmons and Representative Alexander proposing government insured life and disability coverage for soldiers sailors and marines. The plan would require a monthly allotment of 15 dollars to dependents with government family allowances and pensions for disabilities and death.
Rapid City plans its first alfalfa exposition September 17 to 22 with five days of programs, addresses, porta and entertainment. Organizers expect a large attendance and attract exhibitors from nearby states to showcase alfalfa and related agriculture.
An American, Marmen, was killed in Arquanta during a railroad disaster. The incident involved wreckage and a search for survivors as authorities investigated the cause and confirmed the casualty.
Loyalty League aided by county officials continues deportations of those suspected of LWV ties in the Warren mining district. The Vigilance Committee maintains control, with a marshal and armed deputies enforcing expulsions, while governor Campbell debates troop deployment and aims to protect constitutional rights.
A threatened carpenters strike on government work in the district was called off after a conference between government officials and union leaders. An agreement provides that union rules on hours and wages will govern government contracted work. Contractors had objected to the union labor demands.
Madrid Spain Aue1 After prolonged negotiations workers cut ties with rail companies. A strike is expected to begin tonight as the government mobilizes to maintain traffic and service.
Post office clerk Walter Cogkie fled after a $10,000 shipment vanished on July 20. He was arrested today in Leuton, charged with theft, according to a telegram received by the post office.
Mire Piatveom Dy Suulies suffered a nervous breakdown after she killed her former husband John Longer She Boulles. The incident occurred following a list of her 4h years. The court proved todas after the shooting.
Navy officers discuss a new emergency ration plan amid questions about its viability and safety. Evaluation focuses on nutrition, shelf life, and potential uses for crew in demanding conditions.
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