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Newspaper
Piqua Daily Press
Location
Piqua, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1917
Page
2
The Piqua Daily Press publication details list WM G Hofker as editor manager J J Gheiger assistant manager W P Brince Jr associate editor and Brances Fleming society desr er tered as second class matter December 28 1915 at the post office in Piqua Ohio.
An editorial opening extols steady work and adding value beyond the call of duty, praising the diligent employee over mere clock watching. It then critiques Senator Harding of Ohio as a partisan figure, arguing his failure to rise in state and national leadership stems from a lack of breadth and principled governance, warning against continued partisan bickering.
XPERT farmers warn frost has not harmed crops, while rain delays are less damaging. The World Christmas Club promotes Uncle Sam loans and security. Food traders gamble daily, ignoring Sunday rules. Kansas wheat harvest is underway with expectations of a stronger crop and favorable prices. Late Sunday returns disrupt work Monday after picnics.
A wartime appeal urges immediate provision for American troops in France. It calls for Red Cross hospital and medical equipment, recreation facilities, personal comfort kits, and a hundred million dollars to safeguard health and happiness of one million men, plus needs behind the firing line and on leave.
Washington, a war capital, buzzes like a college town before a big game. Flags flutter, searchlights gleam on the Stars and Stripes, and crowds mingle with soldiers and sailors. In a city of confidence, citizens believe victory against the Kaiser is assured.
In Washington the era shows a tense war atmosphere with guards at government buildings and permits required, while the public appears confident. The real push of mobilization remains hidden beneath the surface as preparations intensify for a titanic conflict. Citizens cheerfully express readiness to endure, hoping for swift return home.
City council adjourns as T Thomas seeks $359 fees for conservancy representation and urges a two year delay citing war costs. Another action seeks to bar North Broadway paving assessments claiming improper publication and excessive valuation. Plaintiff Grover Brown, PIqua, alleges frontage 180 feet and seeks proportional payment if upheld.
The Chamber of Commerce membership council meeting and smoker are set for Wednesday evening June 20 at 7 30. Topics include Street Improvements and Adjourned Council Meetings Through the Summer. Adjournment expected around 8 34. Telephone the secretary at plane 1089 Tuesday to confirm attendance.
Despite arson claims, authorities report the fire at the Henderson Pike residence caused property damage with $600 policy. Stephen Plant, under arrest, confessed to starting the blaze to recover a separated couple’s assets. The home was restored and Plant faces charges.
Washington dispatch reports all crew of the American tanker Petrotite, sunk by a German submarine near Gibraltar, have been accounted for and are reported well.
Orville Wright of Maxton received an honorary degree at Cincinnati graduation. Assistant Sterotncy Vrooman of the agriculture department plans a one month tour of the Midwest to promote improved farm marketing methods. Henry Conly, a trespo, was lynched by about 1,000 residents near Worldenville Oklo after being identified by Mrs. Jessie L. Burford as her assailant. A Lutheran church committee proposed a general union plan to be presented to the General Synod, General Council, and United Synod of the South.
The Strand opens tomorrow with Mary Pickford in A Romance Of The Redwoods directed by Cecil B. DeMille a Western dramatic vehicle. Also Mae Murray appears Tuesday and Wednesday in Ruth Singer's The Primrose Ting produced by Robert Leonard. The plot follows a nurse in a children's hospital with fairy tale elements filmed largely there and shared with young patients.
The body of a missing high school girl was discovered buried in a cellar in New York. Police report the corpse shows crushing injuries and say several suspects are being questioned, including Alfred Care and others connected to a bicycle shop.
The Belgian mission led by Baron Meneheery arrived in Washington and was welcomed by Secretary of State, with Cassay Pal and PHA Warr Robbins assisting. Officials Brockinmdre Lar wintaat and Captain Thomas C. Cook met the delegation, escorted them to the home of Lars Andersen, and noted Taron Monchem’s wife is American.
War Department announces plan to enlist 70,000 men aged 18 to 40 with dependents not in essential professions by June, aiming to reach 300,000 regular army personnel. Cavalry, engineers, coast artillery, signal corps, and other regiments to expand. facilities ready for training, rapid recruitment urged to avoid delay. Signed Newton D. Baker, Secretary of War.
Practical tips on crop selection by locality market foresight and weather, soil preparation moisture conservation seed bed quality and cultivation. Emphasizes humus soil friability drainage and underlines fertilizers including manure nitrate and potash while noting hardwood ashes as a potash source. Also includes a long biographical note on Argentine leader Irigoyen and his reform program.
Hipolito Yrigoyen becomes president of Argentina promising reforms. The new leader is described as a man of mystery amid upheaval in Buenos Aires as the country moves toward changes in its government and society.
Judge James Gerlach, under ouster by impeachment, declares his Argenta court will open with the Lord's Prayer and apply Moses laws to cases. He says citizens in office should be Christian and that Scripture will guide procedures, including requiring two witnesses for convictions.
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