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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1917
Page
6
A compact summary of global events last week, pulling notable items from world, regional, and local outlets. Highlights include political shifts, economic updates, cultural moments, and developments across North East West and South regions.
The Federal Reserve Bulletin reports strong money in circulation at a record per capita of 47.03 dollars while officials warn of future federal taxes to cover war obligations. Labor markets stay active, with many industries expanding despite shortages, and government programs like the food pledge and war-time measures expanding nationwide.
A Belgian London paper says a German bid to divide the allies was defeated by Baron de Brosneville the Belgian foreign minister. It notes Japan may have furnished arms to the Tuan ministry at Peking and reports Danish circles expect a new central powers peace offer.
British operations into the Cattegat destroy a German auxiliary cruiser and ten patrol craft with no losses. In Mexico a passenger train is dynamited, 60 guards killed, passengers wounded, and 110 bars of bullion taken. In France US troops clash with Germans in first line trenches, three Americans killed, five wounded, twelve missing.
State Treasurer George B. Hall reports funds deposited with depository banks at rates up to 5 percent under the governor's veto altered plan. About $453,413 in state funds sit in banks, with $230,000 at 4 percent and $102,000 at 5 percent. The plan aims to net $25,000 more in two years than the former 3 percent baseline, due to higher rates and more funds on deposit.
The secretary of state reports October activity exceeding all prior Octobers in state history. Cash receipts for the month totaled 9425.00, up 4316.95 from October 1916, with fees derived from various sources during 1916-1917.
A War Department telegram explains how the U S government will aid families and other dependents of soldiers in the army and navy. Governor Neville will forward the details to Nebraska exemption boards to guide decisions on dependency claims and ensure a portion of each enlisted man's pay is set aside for dependents.
Nebraska dairy judging team members J R Shepherd L F Lundgren J D McKelvey and Eli Duncombe returned from the annual contest at Columbus Ohio for the national dairy show. The team placed first in Holstein judging and won the Holstein Friesian silver trophy. Shepherd earned the top Holstein score and a $400 scholarship from the Holstein Friesian association. McKelvey ranked highest among Nebraska competitors at age 18.
Chancellor Avery appeals to university students to take a temporary leave of absence to help gather the corn crop for the state. Upon return, they will get special coaching at no cost and efforts to make up back work will be provided, deemed a patriotic duty with no selfishness expected.
Mayor J E Miller of Lincoln is appointed by State Fuel Administrator Kennedy as a member of the advisory committee representing all parts of the state. The appointment covers the First congressional district.
Sixty gift bags will be filled and sent from the state capitol to American soldiers in France to be distributed at Christmas time. The food commission and the state enter's Office are each handling ten or a dozen bags, with other departments contributing as well.
Daily arrivals at the labor commissioner’s office include a mix of experienced farm hands seeking work and other applicants. Nearly all who apply have been placed so far, reflecting active placement efforts and staffing.
Charlotte Templeton of the state library commission reports about $9,500 in cash contributions from Nebraska communities to buy reading matter for American soldiers in camps. Funds have been forwarded to the War Libraries Council in Washington, with canvasses still underway in many areas and Secretary Templeton predicting at least $12,000 will be raised.
The Nebraska Board of Equalization reports live stock values for taxation year. Horses average 75 per head with 892 811 head valued at 66 930 008 dollars. Mules total 110 971 animals valued at 9 858 201 dollars. Cattle valued at 40 per head with broader age and breed variation.
In Box Butte and Sheridan counties the upland nonirrigated fields yield the finest spuds with large tubers. Lloyd C. Thomas of Alliance sent a box of spuds weighing sixty pounds from thirty eight potatoes. A separate offer seeks to sell the Ashland toll bridge to the state and Saunders county for 15000 and allow ten months of operation revenue to cover the price.
Major C F Severson of Fort Crook is detailed by the War Department to inspect the Seventh Regiment Nebraska National Guard before federal recognition. Governor Neville as colonel is notified and will prepare an itinerary with Adjutant General Clapp. The inspector can start within 24 hours and will visit every town hosting a company.
None of Nebraska state banks has joined the federal reserve system following a regional board recommendation. Secretary Tooley reports a few inquiries but no actions. Only Bank of Lewellen with $25,000 capital in Garden county has joined the regional system.
The state board of irrigation highways and drainage reversed its prior action designating the Central National Bank of Lincoln as the federal aid road funds depository. It now directs that funds be held by the state treasurer and paid out by him, aiming to remove any suspicion of favoritism among state banks.
Coach E J Stewart of the University announces a three year contract with Syracuse for Thanksgiving games in Lincoln with a two year extension option. Previous talks aimed at a five year Lincoln contest. Nebraska guarantees Syracuse five thousand dollars for the big Thanksgiving day game.
Attorney General Reed notes Judge Westover has ruled in favor of the validity of mineral leases on state lands. The decision affects the state board of educational lands and funds and its authority to issue leases amid no statute granting such power. Prior leases on the same tracts remain in existence.
University of Nebraska students and faculty pledged 15 000 dollars for Y M C A war relief. Two hundred fifty participants gathered in YMCA rooms to plan the campus drive. The Nebraska effort is part of a nationwide goal to raise 35 million for YMCA work at the front with colleges asked to contribute one million.
Nebraska editorials and brief items note wartime drives, bond totals, and food shipments. local reports cover floods, farm losses, school bond votes, new church and community activities, crop and cattle updates, medical and health notes, and public service efforts across the state with names of towns, counties, and organizations.
Petrograd is in upheaval as extreme radicals led by Nikolai Lenin topple the provisional government. Premier Skherensky has fled, ministers are arrested, and the Winter Palace is bombarded by Aurora and fortresses. A workers and soldiers congress gathers to discuss power, peace, and a constituent assembly. A delegation will seek peace talks to stop bloodshed.
The Central News correspondent at Zurich reports Germany has summoned its final reserves in recent days. Men previously rejected are ordered to report for re examination, with all but utterly incapacitated men to be sent to training centers within hours. The move is linked to a planned last western front push before American involvement takes effect.
Washington expresses discouragement over the Kerensky overthrow in Petrograd tempered by hope radicals may not gain lasting control. Officials fear extensive bloodshed and further demoralization before a stable power emerges, while state department and Russian embassy lack official advice. Telegraph lines and agency control complicate accurate reporting.
The United States and Japan formalize the open door policy in China and acknowledge Japan's special interests. Secretary Lansing and Viscount Ishii exchange notes confirming the pact, described as a major world war era development. The move aims to ease a growing tension between the two nations.
President Wilson issues a proclamation setting Thursday November 29 as a day of thanksgiving for the nation. He calls upon Americans to thank God despite sorrow and peril from world war and to express gratitude for blessings beyond mere peace and prosperity.
The Russian provincial government and Finnish representatives agreed on full autonomy for Finland. Finland will be established as a republican government with self rule under the terms of the agreement.
The Food Administration pledges ample Thanksgiving turkey supplies. Large cold storage stocks will be sold under the Food Control Act to prevent hoarding, aiming for abundant supply at fair prices for consumers.
Carsons of nearby Elm Creek find a large hog herd dead or dying at their Phelps county farm seven miles south of Elm Creek. About one hundred hogs, nearly the entire herd with one runt surviving, are believed poisoned. A veterinarian conducts an autopsy.
A Evian report to Red Cross headquarters details the dire return of Belgians and northern France civilians. About 1000 people per week arrive, 60 percent of them children, with 30 percent of adults dying from exhaustion within the first month due to extreme hardship.
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