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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1918
Page
26
The edition presents lead editorial items from New Work Tribune First to Last Page. It notes various writings and sections with references to editorials, likely reflecting recent events and public opinion as printed in the June 7, 1918 issue. The text is partial and themed around the newspaper’s front content and opinion pieces.
Hartford professor Thomas N Garver weighs the psychology of turning public sentiment into a war machine. He argues emotion grows with a visible, costly war, predicting true zeal only when a large army and massive casualty lists confront the nation. Until then civilians remain impassive amid critique of inefficiency and policy. Strong danger or defeat may finally spark the needed fighting spirit.
The piece argues U-boat raids will boost German prestige in Mexico shaping Carranza’s government. It notes lost friendship with Mexico since 1918 and distrustful mood of Carranza’s regime. Carranza, Huerta, Pancho Villa referenced as figures in postrevolution dynamics. Germany’s aim to terrorize coasts and sway Mexican policy is highlighted.
The fragment urges neutral Germany policy and promotes Mexico as a chief diplomatic objective. It argues Mexico’s real interests align with the United States and allies, calling for restoration of amicable relations with the Diaz regime and magnanimous, helpful neighbor exchanges.
A debate over a possible telegraphers strike during wartime highlights the conflict between union organizing and company resistance. The National War Labor Board supports the right to organize, but both sides resist concessions, risking government seizure of lines if obstruction continues and warning that a government takeover would set a dangerous precedent.
Governor Whitman's commission opposes a rush to pass Flood's water power bill. It would let the War Secretary lease Niagara and St Lawrence river power for fifty years and dedicate proceeds to Federal use, clashing with New York State's long upheld rights to control and benefit from the beds and plants. The piece cites state control and a treaty limits and warns of vast economic waste from unused water.
A historical discussion argues whether federal action can mobilize energy faster than state rights to Niagara and St Lawrence water power. It calls for saving coal and labor, coordinating resources for war, and urges a policy that prevents preempting property already owned by states.
The piece critiques the insistence on yesterday and tomorrow in wartime policy. It quotes Lansing and The New York Times on increasing ship orders and Ford-produced vessels to counter submarines. It notes Ward’s remark on building more boats and regrets delayed recognition of the need before U-boat actions reached U.S. shores.
The discussion urges interning German subjects to prevent covert bases and wireless stations on shore. It notes a U boat report with a constantly busy wireless, and argues internment would disrupt coastal communication aiding submarine raiders.
A newspaper letter commends the police for a local lights out order tied to air raid fears but argues its utility is limited without broader military backing. It urges official clarification of authority and a unified Atlantic coast plan under competent military control.
A visitor to his hometown shares a comic scene of trying to locate a house in New York, forgetting the door number. A rag and bone man with a bugle passes, claims they were seeking a tinny tune, and a window quickly shuts as a prankish exchange ends with the bugle returned and a comic admission of misdirection.
The Red Cross urges nurses to join military duty as crowds rise to meet wartime needs. Officials project 20000 nurses needed, with 40000 more in reserve, as women bolt Civilian life to serve. Hospitals nationwide plan strict training and deployment to sustain essential care and support for wounded and expectant mothers.
A letter from T. S. Carver argues that national strength depends on mobilizing all able bodies and resources for the war effort. He asks if the nation is muscular or fat and warns that idle indulgence and nonessential production waste manpower and materials. He emphasizes the need for those on the firing line or supplying them to determine victory or defeat.
A young man in Eldorado entered a café and pointed to the first menu item asking for that. The waiter replied the orchestra is playing that. A lighter note on suggestion for George Creel and reflections on time and ascent.
A historical exposé describes the Liberty motor conspiracy among Aircrafters Moscovics, Henry Ford, Henry Leland, Alvan Macauley, and others. It portrays their optimism and schemes to monetize aircraft engine production, delay rivals, and secure postwar monopoly through Signal Corps ties, with bold plans, bold promises, and rapid factory builds that ultimately led to mass production.
Courtland Ala June 2 1918 letter to the editor arguing cotton price inequality. It contends cotton has sold high while costs rise, notes urban migration trends and farm wage comparisons, and discusses production costs and price effects across agriculture and industry. It cautions about permanent price declines and labor cost impacts.
A wartime narrative fragment chronicles a British frontline sniper, detailing methods, conditions, and tactics amid trench warfare. It surveys German enemy lines, gun placements, and the psychology of sharpshooting, with emphasis on stealth, timing, and the dangers of close quarters combat.
The item describes a fragile market for typewriters amid speculation by enterprising businessmen forming a trade network. Old machines are overhauled, energized, and sold for profit while cheaper imported models from America and Germany flood the market. English and British involvement hints at changing global supply dynamics and rising domestic competition.
Fragmented OCR notes hint at an aviation connection to Arkansas with references to a New YorkJuan win and a shifting timeline. Mention of a bedlin metaphor and currency-like terms suggests a garbled report on a midchain event. Further readable elements reference aviation arriving in Arkansas and a notable title.
New York January 5 1939 reports on suspicious Americanists and figures linked to Dow Jones amid questions of loyalty The piece mentions Captain Gilmore and unclear details about looters and wartime tensions as observers speculate on national risk in a tumultuous period
A mangled, accusatory passage targets profiteers and traitors as the real enemy. The speaker condemns individuals and groups for war-time conduct, calling for public shaming and punishment. Names like Benedict Arnold and Richard Butler surface amid charged rhetoric.
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