Japan and America Unite Against Global Threats
United Press summary of August senate reception for Viscount Ishii and the Japanese mission. Ishii praised America's entry into World War I and declared “America and Japan are one” in opposing autocratic aggression, stressing shared democratic ideals and a pledge to eliminate the danger posed by German and militarist states.
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West Front Fire Flares Amid Trench Raids In France
Paris bulletin reports limited activity on the French front with two German attacks in Champagne east of Tetons and attempts near Vaucouleurs and Courtrennes wood checked. Verdun and Aiene sectors see artillery and infantry clashes. British ships sunk modestly while French shipping faces fewer submarine losses. American schooner Laura C. Anderson sinks after sub attack, crew saved. In Italy Austrian counterattacks repelled in Isonzo region. Italians take 569 prisoners. Russian front turmoil noted with trench abandonment near Fokshant and measures to restore lines.
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New York Honors National Guard Parade War Rally
New York viewed a 30 000 strong Twenty seventh division parade along Fifth Avenue from 110th Street to Washington Square with two million spectators. Col Cornelius Vanderbilt led the Engineers as Kaiser and autocracy were referenced in a moving display of patriotism and pathos. Colonel Roosevelt attended the reviewing stand to public acclaim as crowds cheered the civilan soldiers headed to France.
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Seven Men Killed in Pennsylvania Crossing Crash
Seven tomato pickers were killed and two injured near Aberdeen Pennsylvania when their wagon was struck by a train. The accident occurred as the workers were riding to a field, and the train conductor reported the wagon failed to clear the crossing. An Associated Press report notes the incident was withheld by commission for the present.
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New York Fighters Crowd Windows Amid Mobilized Nations
Citizens gathered outside buildings as nations mobilized, cheering the New York fighters who drew crowd attention and public support during tense mobilization efforts.
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New York
Riot at Muskegon Blamed on Labor Agitation
Muskegon Michigan August 30 authorities blamed agitation for a riot that erupted after a strike of 160 workers in the Continental Motor company drop forge department. Rioters were dispersed after a brief engagement. Police did not confirm a rumor that a striker was seriously wounded. About four thousand workers are employed at the Continental plant, which is operating on war orders.
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Liberty Loan Final Installment Reaches Nation
Washington Aug 30 final Liberty loan payment completes the transaction with the issue of the bonds. About 400 million dollars paid into the treasury. total principal and interest 1.625 billion dollars already paid. Shipping board seeks 915 million in additional funds to expand building and requisitioning for the year, boosting total to 2.291 billion. Edward Hurley notes 615 million to requisition ships and 400 million to build them.
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Russia Needs U S Help to Save Democracy
United Press dispatch from Washington reports A J Sack, head of the Russian Information Bureau, urging American aid to prevent Russia’s further weakening. He argues U S support could avert Russian collapse and spare American soldiers, noting Russia faces a fourth winter campaign amid disarray and internal political strife.
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United Preas
Washington, D. C
America
Russia
A. J. Sack
Russian Official Information Bureau
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Kerensky
Rusain
Hard Luck Champion Peppered by Fire Crash
A farm near Kimball reports a mowing accident as a mower shed blaze spreads to a hundred acre wheat field. A horse team and a cutting machine are destroyed, and the barn burns as wind drives embers to grain piles. Povey escapes injury.
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Take Over Line Saturday by Receiver Seymour
Waupaca Wisconsin Aug 36 F B Seymour, named receiver for the Waupaca Green Bay railroad, is expected to take possession and operate the line on Saturday per court petitions filed.
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British Press Hails Wilson Peace Message
British papers celebrate President Wilson's reply to the pope, praising his peace terms and independence while noting a few Northcliffe editorials dissent. The general tone is approval of Wilson and the prospect of an Allied, European backed peace, with some criticism of German responsibility and terms.
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Eight Hour Day Uphheld Against Milwaukee Violation
Milwaukee Madison August 30 Judge Relden of Racine in municipal court ruled the city eight hour work day ordinance for city contracts is valid and that the Wisconsin Construction Company violated the rule by making workers exceed eight hours on the specified day The sewer project did not qualify as an extraordinary emergency to override the contract rule and no life or property danger justified the longer shift
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Sewerage Commission
Waconnin Tunnel and Construction Company
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County W C T U Elects Lydia Schmerein Choxen President
The twenty ninth annual county convention of the W C T U at Wankau closed after a full program. Mrs W A Tawson of Milwaukee assisted. five delegates were sent from Dahkosh Omron Neenah Men rahane and Omroe. Officers elected: president Lydia Schmerein Neenah, vice president Anna Jones Omro, secretary W W Osborn Neenah, treasurer J C Puller Oshkosh. Next convention to be held in Oshkosh in 103K.
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J. C Puller
Oshkosh
Barry Advises Officers at Camp Grant
Major General Barry addresses 1,500 new commissioned officers at the national army cantonment. He says a simple touch on the soldier's shoulder will win friendship and the heart of the man in the ranks. The session included handshakes with each officer.
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National Army
Wheat price decision delayed by price committee
Washington August 30 The president's price committee withheld the 1917 wheat crop figure temporarily as three fourths of its twelve members agreed on the price. The committee remained in session late today seeking a unanimous endorsement of the figures.
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Washington, D. C
Presidents Price Committee
Italians Drive On To Tolmino In IC War Report
Rome reports Italian troops advance on the Hamalzain front driving back Austrian counterattacks and taking prisoners as the offensive reaches a key stage. Dispatches say Italian forces reached near the preliminary line defenses and pushed toward Montec, with other units driving east toward the enemy’s positions on the plateau. Reports also note Russian desertions on the eastern front and German progress northwest of Fokshant as Allied lines face renewed pressure in the complex front.
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Germans Urge Prohibition At North German Meeting
Delegates to the North German meeting pledged themselves to work for a total prohibition after a stirring speech by Herwig of the Anti Saloon League. The afternoon session continued with more business and several addresses planned for tonight.
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U-Boat Being Cubbed By US Destroyers In North Sea
American destroyers are doing satisfactory work against submarines in the North Sea. Navy officials said ships will improve as more destroyers reach European waters. No American destroyers have been sunk, though several allied destroyers have been lost to submarines.
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Impeachment Trial of Gov Ferguson Delayed
The impeachment trial of Gov. James E. Ferguson before the Texas Senate was postponed until Monday to allow process service. The high court session was adjourned to ensure proper legal notice.
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War Plans of America move forward in big strides
United Press reports rapid war preparation as 30,000 New York militiamen depart for France. Senate threatens cloture to push a 498 million dollar tax increase for war profits. London notes Wilson's reply to Pope Benedict as a model for allies. West Point graduates 150 cadets early to hasten the war effort.
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La Follette Blocks War Tax Vote in Senate
Senator La Follette blocked unanimous consent to fix a voting date on the revenue bill while opposing a gag rule on debate. The dispute centered on war profits and income tax provisions, with others pressing for rapid action to fund the war and alleviate burdens on ordinary citizens.
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State officers meet with locals on trunk line hearing
Legislators and highway officials plus local citizens gathered in the supervisors’ room at midmirthouse to hear the proposed Winn- eigage trunk line improvements. Assemblyman Taterson of Racine chairs the special committee with three members, joined by Senators Tenninge and Clark, and Highway Engineer Arr fleet with Division Engineer Willam Conway representing the state highway commission. County road and bridge board members and other highway interests attended as the meeting opened after 8 o’clock.
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Pacifists to meet in Hudson Wisconsin arena clash
Pacifist advocates, barred from Minnesota, pivot to Hudson Wisconsin as the People's Council of America schedules sessions there on September 2. Governor Philipp signals approval while Fargo plans shift. delegates travel from New York toward Hudson with caution to avoid state prohibitions.
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