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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1917
Page
18
The report outlines that registration figures are being finalized across cities as Secretary Baker and General Crowder push to establish exemptions and police the process. Governors report few slackers, and preparations proceed for the next major step, including potential jury wheel use and state led exemption boards.
Minnesota registration is likely to fall well below government estimates as Adjutant General Wood reports enrollments at 240,000 against the department’s 280,000 projection. He cites towns like Wines and Little Falls showing smaller numbers, with a probe expected to complete in about thirty six hours. George Skourtis, a Greek twenty five, becomes the first arrest for nonregistration.
Chicago Tribune reports the massive voter registration drive in Illinois, detailing the counting and sorting of 36803 games registered in polling places, with 23,382 names added by county. It notes wire delays and storms delaying state-wide returns, mentions officers at City Hall preparing for conscription tasks, and quotes Mayor Thompon on registration work and Germany's war impact.
A historic note of Ute and Tenaele men urged to register for the draft under the selective service act. A posse led by Sheri John Alerter moved as men surrendered under restraint, stating they would be forced to fight if drafted.
Police and federal agents conduct a house to house hunt for men who dodged the draft as the Board of Elections wrestles with a heavy tabulation task. Officials report chaotic early counts and plan recounts while acknowledging gaps in registration and potential misclassifications across districts.
Private citizens aid federal and local officials in tracking down draft evaders as the investigation expands. A United States District Attorney notes lists of those enlisted with the government and those attempting to dodge service. Authorities pledge to pursue violators and public sentiment remains calm with no disturbances reported.
Amid registration day chaos in Bridgeport, workers faced missed opportunities as age verification issues barred some men from factory jobs. Employers report labor needs high while records show many underage or overqualified applicants unable to prove eligibility, delaying return to work.
The Tariff Board plans to postpone its trip until late summer to study and trade issues. The commission will continue to pursue the investigation and remain ready to act at the first opportune moment, with the priority to address unsettled conditions and a possible reevaluation of schedules.
A report notes investments totaling about 95 009 dollars with reference to Liberty Lane bonds valued at the sixtieths. The item pieces together the monetary holdings and related securities, suggesting a cautious portfolio snapshot.
60 000 blanks for conscripts missing in Philadelphia. Registrars distributed registry certificates to potential draftees with government urging proper issuance. War Department supplied forms. city officials planned steps to curb evasion amid wartime conscription, as authorities counted thousands of certificates issued.
A large gathering assembled Monday to oppose draft enforcement. Harvard and New York figures spoke on fees, penalties, and regional responses while activists urged protests and potential resignations to protest conscription policies.
Governor Whitman issues a proclamation ordering all men and women between sixteen and fifty to register on June 11. Exemptions are not allowed. penalties include imprisonment for noncompliance or falsifying answers. Enrollees must provide comprehensive information to aid state resources. census enumerators will carry special cards to record each enrolment.
Police launch a city canvass to inventory men and women for the state military census. Captain Wood orders officers to enforce registration, while Goodrich reports most registration sites are free of cost and 10,000 volunteers are accepted. Clergy and volunteers aid in canvassing and supervision of worker registration at workplaces and schools. Delays noted in distribution of printed materials.
Enrollees total 48 424 across Milwauker County with many exemption claims, most from men with families. Among 26 county jail prisoners, one cited physical unfitness. Aliens number 704 including 141 enemy and 44 Germans linked to West Allis Allis-Chalmers plant. State fell short of projections with 218 700 registered versus 230 000 expected.
Charles F. Phillips, a Columbia University anti conscriptionist, spent a night in the Tombs after pleading guilty in Federal Court to refusing to register for the draft. Judge Mayer indicated a possible jail sentence though Phillips offered to comply with the President's proclamation. Louie Kramer, also in the Tombs, pleaded not guilty to similar charges after indictment by the Federal Grand Jury for failing to register.
Epister and four others were arrested after an anti-tariant meeting in Metison Square Garter on Thiralay night. They faced charges for conspiring to prevent repetition and distributing hands dalle urging men and 1 peagiaters.
Washington dispatch notes proposals to expatriate and bar fugitives from military service. Senator James Taylor of Colorado introduces a bill offering a reward for each fugitive who has fled abroad and would amend immigration provisions to deny entry or protection to such individuals. The measure aims to preempt draft evaders by tightening penalties and enforcement.
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