07 Jun 1918
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1918
Page
1
The 1918 crop outlook forecasts 931 million bushels of winter and spring wheat, near a billion, with 587.9 million winter and 344 million spring. Oats, barley, rye outputs also projected, while spring wheat conditions improve as acreage expands nationally.
It is reported that most German political parties favor offering peace to the allies and Chancellor Hertling will speak in the reichstag soon. Travelers from Vierwia describe upheaval in Bernia Austria and discuss anti military actions in the Adriatic, Dalmatia and Croatian coasts. Food shortages grow worse as authorities impose decrees, and mobs in Munich Crefeld Dessau seize food profiteering cases.
Navy reports a German U-boat sighting active off the Virginia capes as the British steamer Harpathian was torpedoed and sunk 290 miles offshore. Harpathian survivors, with one wounded, reached Hampton Roads aboard the steamer Palmer. The U-boat then moved out to sea, having previously sunk the Norwegian vessel Eidsvold, and officials say contact remains unconfirmed.
Reports from Harbin on June 2 say General Semenos, anti Bolshevik leader in Siberia, may abandon his army amid rumors of dissension. Bolshevik forces push across the Onon river in Trans Baikalia, with attacks checked by a German cavalry brigade and infantry companies co operating to threaten his communications lines.
Two American pilots, Second Lieutenant Frank Bos of New Bedford and Sergeant David F. Fulham of Brookline, were announced as attached to French flying squadrons. Reports say Lieutenant Madon Bas earned his thirtieth victory, Captain Pensard his nineteenth, and Sergeant-Lieutenant Roevau his fourteenth.
London reports a new German attack in the direction of Noyon and Montdidier as authorities expect the advance if Paris is the objective. The foe may also pivot toward Amiens or attempt a breakout on a new front, according to authoritative sources.
May ship launchings totaled more than two per day, with seventy-one hulls launched in the month. The fleet carried a 228,700 long tons total and 32 wooden hulls accounting for 115,000 tons.
Miss Marion J Davies graduate of the University of Wisconsin is named as an examiner under the Federal Commission. She conducts research in Congress and works on aiding the commission in resolving issues with the structure and duties of the agency.
American marines fighting with French troops pushed back the German salient along the Marne front, recapturing Torey and contesting Bouresches and Bussiares. French advances near Le Port, Vimy, and Veuilly Du Poterle, with British gains at Bligny, point to a coordinated Allied push across the line.
Norikichi Oshikawa, former minister of agriculture and president of a Yawata foundry, died by his own hand as arrest efforts reach over a hundred figures, including officials and business leaders. The Japan Times cites a broad probe into the iron industry, with searches of railway and mining offices and seven self-inflicted deaths during inquiries. A gift of ten thousand yen for a favorable shipbuilding contract is alleged.
Secretary Frank Morrigan of the American Federation of Labor arrived with President Samuel Gompers for the AFL convention as labor unions press to win the war effort while large employers including the Western Union Telegraph Company president and war labor board members reportedly refuse to honor board recognition of unions.
The Moderator of the Church of Scotland spoke at St Pauls cathedral in London with the Bishop of London. They discussed closer relations between the Church of England and Presbyterian churches of Scotland and efforts to ease Protestant tensions in Ireland amid war measures.
A six months old Rag Apala Harndykath calf sold for 7506 dollars on opening day of the national show. Buyers included Lawrence Poumter of Louisville and others, with total sales around 86.00 and an average near 1215 dollars.
In a partisan clash, advocates push for nationwide dry policy with a Randall amendment tied to Woodrow Wilson and Hoover, while opponents seek substitutes. The debate centers on a broader drive for prohibition across the country in the current Senate session.
United Frams Fargo North Dakota reports that after a heated discussion the word Norwegian was dropped from the church name at the national convention of the Norwegian Lutheran Church of America. The change reflects a shift in identifying terminology within the religious organization.
The Northwestern annual meeting of the Wisconsin Library Association will be held in Milwaukee from October 4 to 11. There will be inclusions, presentations and round table conferences of value to public and college librarians, teachers and others in library work. Lilly M. Borreson, librarian of La Crosse Public Library, is president of the association.
Industrial Workers of the World leaders condemned the movement to obtain a pardon for Thomas Mooney, the radical labor figure condemned to death for the San Francisco prepared bomb plot. J W W members raised funds, sent thousands of letters, and circulated petitions to push for clemency and later plotted a nationwide strike to press demands.
An arrest at a local hotel stemmed from a suspect’s belief that heliographic messages were being transmitted. A fourth naval intelligence official said the man was released after a brief investigation. he was taken to the nearby barracks for questioning, with identity withheld.
In New York cellars de luxe are prepared as shelters for theatre audiences and crew in case of bombing. The basement spaces in one venue are being reinforced to serve as safe refuges while other theatres also clear and ready their cellars for refuge measures during potential attacks.
The English Evangelical synod of the northwest ends its annual meeting this evening after adopting resolutions urging full support for the war. Governors are urged to enact measures promoting unity and prayer for a swift return of peace.
A stated prohibition halted a non-partisan gathering at a private residence. Sheriff Hawley announced no such meetings would be allowed in Pine County, despite an event listing by organizer Curtie. The incident involved alleged turnout of attendees and mandated attendance restrictions.
Representative Henry T Rainey charged German influence on US platinum supply through W C Heraeus and Charles Engelhard linked firms. He alleged control of about eighty percent via a network including Baker & Co Newark and Irvington Smelting. He urged action to curb perceived German domination and warned of wartime dependency on platinum for arms and explosives.
An armed French merchant ship reported an encounter with a German submarine off the Virginia Capes. Details are sparse but the clash occurred a short distance from the capes with no confirmed damage to the merchantman.
Secretary Baker stated today that the Secretary of War will go abroad "same time in the near future" with Edward Ro Ster, and the plan is described as imminent by officials in Washington.
In wartime dispatches, Von Hindenburg shows unease as American forces press along the western front. German commanders concentrate near Metz to threaten Poeshing and slow American advances toward the Marne and Aisne. The Lorraine area looms as a potential scene for a major Allied push toward the Rhine, while Foch reserves American units for a future Rhine drive. A strong American defense remains the only certain factor in the crisis.
Acting chairman Swan son of the naval committee reports allied and American forces destroyed sixty percent of German submarines and cut shipping losses amid a conference. Senator Milman cites a Daniels letter saying everything is being done. Turmoil and garbled phrases follow in the broadcasted statement.
Moy Wah, 29, a native of Ching, facing warrants and past exemptions, plans to fight induction as a married man with three children in Canton. UPI reports he seeks to defer service while exemptions claims are reviewed by the State draft administrator Th. A. Fitzpatrick.
Ottawa reports a marked rise in men answering the call under the military service act. To date, thousands have been summoned from Quebec and surrounding regions, with authorities noting a growing pool of eligible recruits. The government anticipates higher quotas before parliament reconvenes, as the urban and rural districts accelerate enrollments.
A fragmented 1900s style report notes a resident of Black Wall was arraigned before Dustin James of Capes on a charge related to operating a set device. The hearing was adjourned to next Monday at 2 o clock. Bail set at 190 dollars. Evidence gathered from various locales and officials is referenced.
Washington reports a broad review of selective service classifications begun by Provost Marshal Crowder. Governors were urged to investigate why class one registrants are so few and to reclassify those wrongly placed. Wisconsin shows below average class one at 28.7 percent nationwide, with Milwaukee and western districts cited for exemptions.
O Renny Katt, known outfitter for the New York Giants and a leading baseball figure, was ordered by his draft board to report for military service on June 24. He is expected to be sent to Camp Sherman.
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