Draft begins as first Mexico quota called for examinations
In Washington July 25 the nation moves to fill the first quota under the selective draft. Local boards post accepted men for medical exams as Crowder sets rules for enforcement and mobilization. Officials warn failure to appear will trigger court martial and seizure by provost marshal. Exemptions for industry and dependents loom as boards tally likely totals.
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AsSociated Press
Washington, D.C
Crowder
Army
Na Vente
Appeal to Keep Wisconsin State Guard Units From Camp Move
Wisconsin state leaders appeal to delay removing National Guard troops drafted in 1917 from Camp Douglas until October 1 1917 to await better weather and outdoor training. Resolutions urge cooperation with the War Department while citing health, morale, and state pride and forward the notice to Secretary Baker and Wisconsin senators.
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Douglas
National Guard
Camp Douglas
Waco
Texas
War Department
France
jState Council of Defense
jState Council of Defénse
Newton D. Baker
United States Seniatore
Fepreserita
America Must Give Her All To Win War
United Press reports from Washington July 2 state that army officers warn war fortunes in Europe demand America’s full participation. They see a deadlock on the western front and caution that Germany will mobilize more men next spring. Officials urge a more aggressive naval policy and heightened funding, warning the U-boat menace remains serious and Germany’s strength is underestimated.
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Washington, D. C
United States
Europe
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War Department
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America
War College
Germany
Honover
Long West
Frente
Greece Approves Serbian Capital at Saloniki
United Press reports Greece accepts Serbia’s request to establish a temporary capital at Saloniki with official announcement. Allies lift blockade on Greece, enabling release of British forces for other actions.
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Serbia
Saloniki
United Press
Washington, D. C
Kenosha Man Honored by United Fresh
Kenosha man J. P. Christopherson, attending Fort Sherman training school for officers, receives a commission as second lieutenant. The honors are attributed to the influence of powers that guide careers and a steady appetite for advancement.
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United Fresh
Kenesha. Wik
J. P. Christopherson
Fort Sherman
Shipping Board Shakeup Signals Fast War Plan Action
The shipping board and emergency fleet corporation push for rapid reorganization as Edward N Hurley becomes new chairman while Ballbridge Colby faces delays. Senate inquiries into Colby’s politics and the board’s minority member provision accompany plans for swift steel and wood shipbuilding and expanded aircraft production. President Wilson moves to finalize defense council changes and form a six member industrial war board for emergency control.
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Chicago
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New York
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Indiana
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Brone Meyers Injured As Car Flips In Kenesta
A broken collar bone is the only injury when Brone Meyers of Kenesta Wisconsin rolled his car in a wheel up crash. The vehicle was totaled in the July 23 incident.
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Unites Presa
Kenesta
Wis
Brone Meyers
Admiral Razvo sett Named Commander of Baltic Fleet
In a July 24 retrogram item, Admiral Razvo sett was appointed in command of the entire Russian Baltic fleet. The announcement credits him with leadership over naval forces in the region amid strategic shifts.
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Naked Press
Razvosett
Car Leaves Track Killing Paul Frees in Fond du Lac
A southbound Interurban car derailed near Fond du Lac causing the death of Paul Frees and injuring eleven others. Frees, age 31, a Fond du Lac machinist, lived at 55 Harrison Street with his wife Edith and two young sons. The car overturned after leaving the rails on a curve near the subway. Frees was believed buried in the vestibule. Investigators and company officials, including manager B W Arnold and Dr. M M E Cornett, organized emergency response and interviews. The injured were taken to St Agnes hospital. none reported with broken bones. The wreckage burned later as a complete loss.
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St ‘Ance
St. ‘Agnes’ Hospital
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George Fort
Frank Collier
Martin Theasis
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C. Hall
Stanier S. Peenr
Reniucks
Wy. R. Johns
Bar-rington
Wis
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Omro
Bart Frees
Edith Chapman
Keller Pneumatic ‘Tool Company
Fondary Inc
Amult
Kenneth
Donald
Insurance men organize bureau of compensation insurance
The state bureau of compensation insurance rates was organized at Madison yesterday with representatives of 37 companies present. Headquarters will be in Milwaukee. Howard D. Frympton of Milwaukee was elected chairman and B H. P. Hagee of Wausau secretary. Other members include C. G. Bowen, T. Lyman, J. D. Dobson, and J. T. Taviland.
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Wisconsin
United Press
Madison
Wis
State Bureau of Compensation Insurance Rates
Milwaukee
Howard D. Frympton
BH. P. Hagee
Wausau
C. G. Bowen
T. +. Lyman
J. D. Dobson
J. T. Taviland
Recruits at Milwaukee collect in post draft draw surge
Milwaukee records a notable recruitment day as eighty five men joined military organizations, the largest recall since draft numbers were drawn. Many recruits are bantams under 110 pounds, signaling a varied response across parades and enlistments in the city.
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United Press
Milwaukee
Wis
Mooney Jury Deliberations Extend Into Third Day
San Francisco July 25 The jury in the murder case against Rena Moones tied to the Preparedness Day bombing began its third day of deliberations as the full panel weighed its verdict options.
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Areccisted Preas
San Francisco
Cal
Rena Moones
Questionable Advice on Negotiation and Interaction
A fragmented Atlantic note discusses negotiation tactics and handling tense situations. It uses dental and elevator metaphors to urge calm, direct approach, suggesting to speak honestly rather than rely on weather chatter. The tone mirrors early 20th century advisory rhetoric.
All Russia hunts for Lenine amid spy purge chaos
Petrograd reports Kerensky gains unlimited power to arrest traitors and spies as house to house searches sweep cities. Lenine, accused of German alignment, is pursued nationwide with calls for draconian measures to restore discipline after recent front setbacks.
Lenine Arrest Likely to Be Ordered by Russian Provisional Government
Reports from Petrograd say the Russian provisional government plans to arrest Nikolai Lenine and many followers for pro German activities. If convicted as a German spy he may be shot. if not, he could be isolated during the war. Officials aim to avoid silencing critics while curbing dangerous acts. General Brusiloff reportedly expressed belief war will end in Russia’s favor, despite German strength.
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New York
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Brusiloff
America
National Guards Called for Federal Service in War Prep
The second increment of National Guard troops is mobilized under President Wilson. Units from Maine New Hampshire Vermont Massachusetts Rhode Island Connecticut New Jersey Delaware Maryland D C Virginia North and South Carolina Tennessee Illinois Montana Wyoming Idaho Washington Oregon join the call. Training camps will prepare units for duty in France with full federalization by August 5, ending state control.
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Five Americans Killed In Submarine Explosion At Cavite
Five sailors died and three officers plus a crewman were injured when an explosion aboard the submarine At was caused by gas ignition at Cavite in the Philippines. The dead include Lieut. Arnold Marcus Mill Valley California machinist Harold H Lang Dorchester Massachusetts gunner’s mate Othe Hopewell Brushy Knob Maine chief electrician Jesse M Currie Richmond Virginia machinist’s mate Joseph A Kunz Cameron Texas. Injured are Theodore Schalblin Greenwood Missouri airman Arthur M Jacobse Rigby Wade and machinist’s mate J P Hixon. Injuries range from slight to serious. cause of ignition not yet reported.
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Philippine Islands
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Mill Valley
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Harold H. Lang
Dorchester
Maas
Gunter
Othe Hopewell
Brushy Knob
Jesse ML. Currie
Richmond
Joseph A. Kunz
Cameron
Texas
Theodore Schalblin
Greenwood
3Ro
Arthur M. Jacobse
Rigby
Wade
J. P. Hixon
Dr C H Vilas Named to State Education Board
Dr Iharies H Vilas elected university member of the state central board of education by the university board of regents. He will succeed Albert E Seaman, who resigned. The board is the budget making body. Dr Vilas is a brother of the late Cal Vilas.
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United Prems
Madison
WisdIary
Iharies H. Vilas
State Central Board of Education
Albert E. Seaman
Vilas
Cal Wlp Vilas
Explosion at Philadelphia refinery tanks kills one fireman
A series of explosions at the Atlantic Refining plant near the navy yard in Philadelphia causes extensive damage. Sixteen tanks of petrol cum burst, one worker killed and ten firemen and workers injured as flames follow in succession near midnight. The accident figure is estimated as unknown.
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United Frees
Philadelphia
I Miseiie
Point Breese
Atlantic Refining Company
Navy Yard
French Thrust Recovers Ground on Chemin des Dames
United Press dispatch reports French forces after six days of costly German attacks along the Chemin-des-Dames struck back hard. German gains were wiped out as French troops advanced forcing retreat of German units and capturing prisoners in the sector. British and Russian fronts also see heavy fighting with gas shells, bombardments, and raids continuing through July 25.
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Tregh
Germany
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Verdi
Jiet
Paris
Ouly
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Hurtebise
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Meuse
Berlin
London
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Galicia
Sasita
Wooden Carpathians
Lms
Brith London
Scere
Monchy le Preux
Haig
Lombartzhide
Irish Hold Convention Opens To Tackle Home Rule Policy
Dublin July 25 The convention to solve the Irish problem opened at Regent House with John Redmond and other leaders among early arrivals. Protestant and Roman Catholic clergy and public bodies and labor council representatives soon joined the gathering. At the start all delegates were seated and Joseph Perlin received the only cheer.
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Dublin
Regent House
Trine May Colice
John Redmond
Jeadez
Joseph Destin
Joneps Perlin
Poisoned by Cyanide in Kenosha Hospitalized
Lawrence Sharkey, 36, was hospitalized in Kenosha Wisconsin on July 25 after suffering cyanide poisoning. Medical officials reported the case to local authorities as an apparent poisoning incident occurring in the city.
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United Press
Kenosha, Wis
Lawrence Sharkey
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