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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1917
Page
1
United Press reports explain President Wilson's refusal of the pope's peace proposal and emphasize democracy as the path for Germany. The coverage notes signs of Kaiser's weakening grip, with officials viewing Paris talks skeptically and predicting a broader push for freedom from militarism.
The article reports Wilson's stance to German leaders through the pope peace offer, promising no punitive indemnities or empire dismemberment if Germany democratizes. It argues against economic leagues and urges democratic reform as the path to peace, with mixed views among officials on timing and impact.
The Sugar and Coffee Exchange in New York will be closed on Saturday September 1, following the Associated Press report.
Washington discussions on taxing war profits reveal radical proposals to raise levy to about 33 percent, replacing 26 percent. committee changes include higher rates on excess profits, exemptions for distressed corporations, and a plan to increase revenue to roughly $1.9 billion from war profits. Participants note political divisions and ongoing Senate actions amid price and cargo tax adjustments.
The War Department announced the immediate establishment of an aviation training school at Fort Worth Texas. Instructors from Canadian schools will train American officers for air service on the western front.
North Dakota will host the People’s Council meeting after Governor Burnquist bars Minnesota from hosting. Laula P. Lochner, executive secretary, reports Fargo among possible sites as telegrams from Governor Frager urge a square deal. President Wilson aligned with peaceful aims. a federal injunction and further legal steps are anticipated to protect free speech and assembly for delegates arriving from multiple states.
A letter to viti gens who are to attend conventions in Minneapolis urges calm amid threats. Mayor Van Lear warns patriotic speakers have hinted at riot and drawn incendiary conclusions, suggesting copperheads should be dealt with and noting such rhetoric could mislead uninformed individuals.
Berlin Yielding to Argentina pressure on ceasing attacks on Argentine ships, with Washington involvement noted. Officials say Germany aims to protect South American interests and sway other neutral nations, signaling a shift in front amid global tensions.
Paris based French Information Bureau head Stephen Lausanne cites Russian general staff data showing 147 divisions on the Romania front totaling about 2.06 million men. On the western front 148 divisions amount to around 2.0 million, with German, Austrian, and allied forces noted as alive and deployed.
Draft bill effective in Canada aims to require single men aged 18 to 24 to report to designated points in their districts within weeks. Provisions allow suppression of publications urging noncompliance with the military service act and enforcement actions by authorities.
Madison Wisconsin August 22 Byron Nelson son of Congressman John M Nelson Madison is to be arrested somewhere in Canada as a slacker The warrant for the arrest will be issued by United States District Attorney A O Wolfe this afternoon Nelson is working on his father's farm in the Canadian northwest He is a 1917 graduate of the University of Wisconsin and recently married Anita Plauss of Madison He refused to register under the selective service law.
Bishop David Greer of New York denied claims that he ordered the Star Spangled Banner stopped at St Salvine Cathedral. The Foreign War Veterans Association alleged he ordered removal of the national anthem, while the bishop asserted the church continues to sing national hymns.
In Wis Aug 29 aGerman Methodist conference gathered in Rockford Cooke’s town with about one hundred delegates. The gathering aimed to promote evangelizing efforts and temperance, signaling a broad clash between republican democracy and aristocratic power while noting stances on political and religious reform.
New York August 2 The Plast editor Alexander Berka and colleagues Kramer and Marrix Beeler charged with conspiracy to evade the 1907 railway rate law face heavy bail. Bail fixed at 26900 with liberty pending trial.
Milwaukee August 28 Mrs M Ye Ennis was killed nearly instantly and her husband fatally injured when a gas stove exploded in their home. The event occurred this afternoon in Milwaukee.
Moscow Aug 28. Speakers urge unity among workers and soldiers at Russia's national conference to avert a counterrevolution. Orekholt, chief spokesman for radical elements, attacks Cadets and warns of actions to prevent a return to reaction. Pro-Korniloff statements stress discipline and resolve to avert clash.
Thieves stole Mr Wall s car from his garage and left it near a curb. A vehicle matching its description was found at Beaver Dam between Oshkosh and Oshkosh, with a damaged wheel. Police notified, two men seen driving it hired a taxicab and left. Authorities across fourteen states were alerted.
Judge Goss of the guverite court delayed ruling on a petition by City Detective Stein fry alleging thirteen year old Allan Chartrand is delinquent and should be committed to a state institution. Testimony included Mia Chartrand June Chartrand and Detective Steinfort. The court will reconvene at 2 pm September with further investigation into alleged bicycle thefts and abandonment.
War dispatches report Russians showing weakness on the southern Romanian front and on the Baltic, with disaffection among troops amid Teutonic advances toward Moldavia. Stormy weather halts major actions on the Franco Belgian front while British raids and Verdun operations continue at reduced intensity. Royal forces claim progress near Hulluch and Langemarck as German counterattacks press the Isonzo campaign.
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