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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1917
Page
6
President Wilson signed a formal declaration of war on Germany and issued strict regulations for alien enemies, forbidding weapons possession and urging loyalty. He called for volunteers to bolster the Army and Navy, endorsing the War Department’s draft plan when needed.
London papers depict President Wilson as securing unified backing for war on Germany. Major cities praise the speech with headlines and editorials stressing duty, liberty, and a fight to defend democracy against militarism and imperialism.
A quoted outcast explains adopting hermit life by choice to speak only literal truth. He recalls citizens offering lynching or exile, then opts for leaving “as the crow flies” to pursue other experiments in theory and freedom.
A witty exchange about a French doctor declaring no danger in kissing sparks sharp retort. The discourse highlights social attitudes toward kissing and public health fears in a lighthearted, tongue in cheek tone.
In Tacumbu hill vicinity workers uncover ruins and large building blocks while quarrying for penitentiary construction near Asuncion. Artifacts with engravings are sent to the National Museum. Archaeologist Dr Unsoldig says the ruins may be pre Columbian and prehistoric, potentially dating with Tiahuanaco in Bolivia. Archaeological excavations continue for more evidence.
A woman invents translucent leather by chemically treating calf stomach lining to craft new lamp shades. The process creates unique materials for decorative lighting.
St Louis German papers present mixed views on President Wilson address to Congress. The Westliche Post maintained hope that no action would be taken against German allies and asserted German Americans have shown loyalty as true citizens who helped build and defend the country with their blood.
Congress passes a declaration of war against Germany by a 3738 to 50 vote. The resolution authorizes the president to deploy military and naval forces to end the war and marks the United States officially at war. Germany vessels in U S ports are seized but held for safety as officials plan future action. 91 vessels totaling about 600000 gross tons are affected nationwide including ships at New York Boston Baltimore and San Francisco with crews and ports listed.
University of Nebraska officials push mobilization of high school and university students for summer farm work amid labor shortages. They urge planning for seeding winter wheat and reseeding fields after winter kill, stressing seed quality and fertilizer conservation. Chancellor Avery pledges practical patriotic aid.
Attorney General Gregory ordered the arrest of sixty alleged German ringleaders in plots and conspiracies in the United States after President Wilson signed war resolutions. Each arrestee is a German citizen deemed a dangerous person to be at large, with bail to be refused and confinement for the war’s duration. More arrests were expected in coming days.
Washington asserts the United States brings unmatched national power to war against Germany. It cites a strong navy, efficient army, 20,000,000 ready citizenry, unmatched industrial might, mobilized public service, and a moral bloc of over 100,000,000 Americans united behind the president, with destinies secured though work remains.
Premier Lloyd George told reporters that he spoke for the imperial war cabinet as he urged America to join the war. He said the United States has become a world power by entering the conflict and that she waited for a cause worthy of her traditions.
Washington reports Congress asked to provide 3,502,617,000 for one year of war expenses. Allocations cover the war department 2,927,537,933, navy and marine corps boosts to 150000 and 30000, naval expenditures 292,538,790, coast guard 600,000, plus plans for bond issues and higher taxes on estates incomes whisky beer tobacco.
Washington reports that military and economic measures to force hostilities against Germany are being rushed by the administrative branch and only await a war resolution from Congress to be enacted. Senate delay due to Senator La Follette paused immediate action, but debate in both houses is expected with adjournment near.
President Wilson signed at 1 15 P M the congressional resolution declaring a state of war with Germany. The action formally recognizes Germany's long aggression and declares the United States determined to answer Germany's challenge as outlined in the president's address to Congress.
David Lubin, American representative to the international institute of agriculture, reports a global food crop deficit to President Wilson via Ambassador Page. He cites a 130,000,000 bushel shortfall in corn, wheat, rye, barley, and oats, warning the crisis is worse than expected and urges mobilization of American agricultural resources.
The unarmed American steamer Missourian, which departed Genoa on April 4 with thirty two Americans among a fifty three crew, sank without warning. The crew was saved. Reports to the state department from Consul General Wilbur at Genoa also mention two additional sinkings, a British and a Norwegian vessel, with Americans aboard, reported by Consul Lathrop at Cardiff.
Colonel Roosevelt arrived in Washington from Florida and visited the White House to extend congratulations to President Wilson on his recent address to Congress. He learned the president was in his offices, left his card, and departed between trains without meeting him.
Army and Navy recruiting offices in Chicago report enlistments in a single day surpassing any similar period in the Spanish American War. Offices stayed open around the clock and recruits arrived after the president’s message to Congress. Seventy six applicants for naturalization included members of the Sisters of Nazareth teaching order.
A national prohibition amendment is introduced in the senate as a vital war measure. Senator Sheppard of Texas urges immediate action and says the bill grants Congress power to prohibit manufacture, sale, or transportation of intoxicating liquors and would make the restriction effective at once as a wartime provision.
Mr Bryan Tenders Services in Tallahassee Florida asks President Wilson to enroll him as a private and serve until called. He offers to work in any role and to support troops through the Red Cross and the Young Men's Christian Association in military camps.
An Oklahoma woman reports using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound to survive a life crisis with multiple surgeries and symptoms like hot flashes headaches and faintness. The advertisement claims the product helped her and others return to normal work and gardening.
An Indianapolis wife brings a child to a throat specialist who notes the tonsils were poorly removed and must be redone. Asked who performed the work, the mother replies with a smile that she herself had done it, prompting a professional smile from the doctor.
An advertisement touts Cascarets as a remedy for sick headache biliousness and digestive ills. It promises a 10 cent box cleanses the stomach removes sour undigested food and foul gases moves excess bile from the liver and carries out waste poisons for a clear head and regular bowels by morning.
A terse exchange centers on eminent financiers planning to mobilize national dollars while one man claims to have only $18.50 in the bank to challenge their influence. The dialogue hints at public skepticism toward wealth and financial power.
German and Austrian newspapers and Hungarian telegraphs revive peace ideas on the eve of the American Congress reopening. Count Czernin interview in Fremdenblatt is praised by editors and prompted approval speeches in Teutonic allied legislatures.
Washington reports entente navies have captured German submarines using nets airplanes trawlers and chasers. The United States plans to adopt rapid defenses as Germany may threaten Atlantic coast towns and shipping.
Reports from Hamburg indicate Austria is prepared to sever relations with the United States should it enter war against Germany. The decision, attributed to Kaiser Wilhelm, Emperor Karl, General Staff, Chancellor von Bethmann-Hollweg, and Foreign Minister Czernin, reflects pressure on Emperor Karl to comply with the Kaiser’s demand.
Attorney General William Langer says private detectives are used to counter anti recruiting activities in the state and warns that lives of citizens may be at risk if they enlist. In Chicago sixty seven nuns of Nazareth take first naturalization papers under Rome orders, with fifty more seeking papers to serve as war nurses.
Washington reports that war preparations advance in all three branches. The War Department issued offers to call 7,000 more National Guardsmen into federal service, while General Staff plans a larger army if Congress authorizes it. Soy bean oil enters the U.S. in growing quantities and soap makers use it as substitute for animal greases.
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