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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1917

Page

2

U S Engineers Praised by Haig

In France, Field Marshal Haig thanked General Pershing in a letter for American army engineers around Gouzeaucourt on November 20. He forwarded a report from the Third British army praising the gallant conduct of U S railway engineers and their prompt, soldierly readiness during a difficult situation.

France Associated Press Haig Pershing Gouzeancourt Mashal Bying Gouzeaucourt

War era ordnance delays anger senators and generals

In a tense hearing, General Crozier explains that the rapid production and shipment of weapons faced long lead times. Senators push for faster British designs and insist on timelier delivery to troops in cantonments and theaters.

Free to pile sufferers cure touted in ad

A bold medical advertisement claims a permanent cure for piles available via a free trial treatment. It promises effectiveness regardless of duration or severity, urging readers to mail a coupon today and not delay.

Niles Shapmai

Inftolerance Notable Picture At A-Muse-U Theater

A review lauds Inftolerance as a monumental stage work by Griffith, praising its rebuild of ancient Babylon and Redevil Brance themes. The cast includes Man Marsh Miriam Cooper Constance Talmage Leena Owen Lilian Gish Margery Wilson Robert Harron Alfred Paget Walter Done, with a grand symphony and chorus.

W. Gritish Dee Tr. Griffith Babylon Dndea Soen Man Marsh Miriam Cooper Constance ‘Talmage Leena Owen Lilian Gish Margery Wilson Robert Harron Alfred Paget Walter Done Lon

Delays in Beams Gun Tests Blamed on Baker, Crosier Quarrel

In a contentious exchange, General Crozier blames Secretary Baker for delays in testing machine gun barrels, while Senator Chamberlain presses for explanations. Crozier asserts he bears no responsibility for the deity and notes the ordnance department is not at fault.

Baker Mrozier Chamberlain Crosjor Raplion Naither Senator Chamberlain Emia Wer Croatar Fle Ordnance Department

No prospect of early settlement as Bolshevik moves unfold

A Petrograd despatch reports General Karnikait wounded after a battle near Bilogorod and Sumy with expectations of his capture. Bolshevik forces threaten to seize Don and Bolshevik gains spark a Don Cossack reaction. Railway workers refuse to carry relays hindering Kornilov and Kaledin. Adjournment of the assembly in London prompts Bolshevik insistence on bread peace and land. Arrests in Petrograd target constitutional democrats amid revolutionary tribunals.

Izondon Ceneral Karnlait Bilogorod Suma Petrograd Mall Mag Jtov-Ons Don Kornitoff Bolshoyski Kaledinev Chiaf Korniloc Knrédines Moscow Biberia London Sergient Times Pravda Sun Constituent Assembly Golohevik Constitutional Democratic Party Desres Thea Tate Kaledinss

Nan Heroine in Halifax Relief

Belazed credit was given today to two young women for their conduct after the explosion at the naval hospital. Sister Alice Boutin and her assistant kept patients safe despite a collapsed roof, while Gis­ter Roth and Jean Groves stayed on duty directing aid and remaining available for calls to doctors and fire departments.

Hiatifax Naral Hospital Alice Boutin Gister Roth Jean Groves

English Halt Enemy Attack On Italian Front Report

Field Marshal Conrad Vox Hochsdorf reports heavy fighting along the Brenta and Piave rivers near Monte Bropow with large losses. German and Austrian forces counterattacked and regained some Italian positions after artillery and infantry assaults near Col Heretta and Bear Hill, though gains were not decisive.

Conrad Vox Hochsndorf Brenta Piave Monte Bropow Col. Heretta Brent

Knights of Columbus Laurent Council Meeting Today

The Knights of Columbus Laurent Council will hold a regular session this evening at 5 o'clock. A good attendance is desired. A. G. Bestenlchner is listed as a contact.

Knights of Columbus. Laurent Council A. G. Bestenlchner

Food-Hungry Canners Draw FTC Fire in Hunger Probe

The federal trade commission, reviewing food shortages and high prices, hears evidence linking canners to hoarding and price manipulation. Commissioner Murdock labels some traders as bloodsuckers while noting misrepresented supply to wholesalers and possible government allocations.

Associated Press Washington Federal Trade Commission Murdock Avidbunt

Flag to designate Dutch border towns

The Engie reports that the defense minister said a flag will be flown from church steeples to designate frontier towns and deter air damage, but no nighttime measure exists. He noted foreign governments have not refused compensation for damage caused by their minions.

Engie Gece Chamber Defense

Navy Beans and Canned Goods at Bargain Prices

Local store advertises dairy and pantry staples including Navy Beans, Pork and Beans two for 25 cents, Kohr's Lard, Swift Jewel Shortening, Old Dutch Cleanser, baking powder, and Sorghum by the pail. Lantern goods, country hither, and bat silk moir promotions urge early purchase.

Jis l. Jp Lyon

Belgians Protest German War Levy

Amsterdam dispatch notes the Beho Belge reports a protest addressed to the German governor general in Belgium by Belgian men and deputies from Bruges. The document cites a 60 million francs monthly war levy and additional charges totaling 58.5 million francs for administration and posts railways and public works plus 7 million francs for administration and separation costs.

Amsterdam Det Beho Belge Belgium Bruegsels Germany Toms

Protests Contest German Levy Reference

Protestors argue that the items should reflect the German levy already cited. The note emphasizes challenge to the stated levy terms and seeks alignment with prior references.

Incorrect OCR Fragment Summary Reflecting Aged Ad Style

An OCR fragment from an old advertisement mentions Chamberlain's Tobiste and phrases about ease of use and pleasant taste. It also includes partial references to storm buogies, starter fronts, and military service, with truncated names and church notices, indicating a jumbled page segment.

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