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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1917
Page
1
Washington April 25 Debates on the war draft bill continued in Congress as lawmakers debated methods to raise millions of fighters. House leaders expect a Friday vote though 60 speakers remain. In the Senate few have spoken with Chamberlain hinting at discussion before any vote.
Washington April 26 40 a reception at the Pan American building honors the British war mission to the United States with President Wilson and cabinet officials present. Informal talks have occurred and formal joint strategy discussions will begin with the arrival of the French commission and key leaders including Victan Marshal Joffre.
A dispatch from Amsterdam reports Berlin Varwaerts urging Germany to declare peace without ceding territory or paying war indemnities. The article predicts entente governments will soon show a growing desire for peace.
Springfield April 25 Emmerson appoints Hugh Tr Smith of Chicago to lead the chauffeur examining office of the automobile department in Chicago.
London reports that over two days British Royal Flying Corps pilots shot down 40 German aircraft in fierce battles over France. The day produced 15 confirmed crashes and 25 falls, with air combats at 15,000 feet and long fights across the front.
The Bulgarian minister of war says peace is nearer than many think citing the Russian revolution and American intervention as factors. He credits President Wilson's war declaration with advancing peace and notes America will require ammunition and food, and must cease aiding the Allies.
Washington April 25 The house naval committee finished hearings on the administration bill to raise naval strength from 57 000 to 150 000 and marine strength from 17 000 to 80 000. Section by section consideration starts today as Rear Admiral Palmer cites current strength at 74 000 and daily volunteer influx of 100 with recruiting at risk if the measure stalls. Major General Rathel notes overseas expedition talks but no firm plan rejected.
Three powder workers died in an explosion at the Aetna Explosives plant near Bermingspam on Tuesday. Several other workers were injured or missing as investigators from the company begin an inquiry.
Chicago reports 1200 apprentice seamen from the Great Lakes Naval training school departed Tuesday night on four special trains to eastern and southern navy yards. About 300 army recruits also left for a training depot.
Springfield April 25 The state house appropriations committee reported the administration bill to authorize a state council of defense and is expected to move to passage before week’s end A duplicate bill should pass the senate Elections committee favors abolishing the preferential presidential primary and shifting primary elections to the fourth Tuesday in April Business groups oppose the Smeikal Shurtleff capital stock and insurance premium tax plan arguing it adds burden during war A road bond proposal of 60 million dollars with 200 miles of hard roads added was reported favorably by the senate roads committee
A Danish social democratic party dispatch from Brussels relays to No Tehvids and A. P. Kerensky a congratulatory message to Russian workers. It urges steps toward peace and the release of internees as exiles seek return to Russia.
An April 25 British admiralty report details three British naval aircraft sinking or disabling several enemy destroyers near Blankenburghe and Zeebrugge, with one ship possibly sunk. Simultaneously Haig’s forces push at Arras, 2,000 Germans taken prisoner, air combats yield many German losses, and Ottoman, Austrian fronts show activity as Italians seize Austrian positions near the Adriatic.
United States Steel reports record earnings of 122,018 for the first quarter, with an extra 1 percent stock dividend added to the common share. Regular 5 percent quarterly dividend continues, surplus figures appear flat, and trade prospects show tentative improvement as directors weigh future outlook.
The Danville Rotary Club adopted resolutions urging Tennessee lawmakers to abandon the volunteer army as a failure and support a selective draft system for military recruitment.
The administration weighs a $2 billion first public bond offering under the war revenue law signed by President Wilson. Installment payments could span four to six months, delivering about $40,000,000 per month to fund Allied aid and American military needs. Proceeds expected to be used domestically for food, munitions, and supplies.
Los Angeles April 24 The United States government believes it has perfected a submarine detector from Milo H H Wicks a 64 year old former hospital porter. The device reportedly detects submarines or deep sea mines within many miles and was offered to the Marine Corps at San Diego for initial pay of 100 184. Wicks says the invention is virtually faultless and will shield ships from U boat danger. He would not disclose further details outside government circles.
London officials report a civilian patriotic service meeting Tuesday to address strikes by munitions workers. Gen Greener, head of the department of munitions, said the body was formed to oppose any further interruption in arms and munitions production.
April 25 reporting on Alfred James Balfour describes him as tall and slender with a lean athletic build at 64. The account portrays his sharp aquiline features, grey-blue eyes, and a resonant yet restrained voice, noting his skill as an orator who often lets his smile, not his speech, carry impact.
The Council of National Defense urges employers and workers to avoid wage changes during the period, requesting agencies be allowed to adjust difficulties first. It signals possible modifications may be proposed if needed, while stressing safety sanitation and working conditions beside efficiency.
The Wyoming House passed an emergency military code bill Tuesday after objections from wets dissolved. The measure would grant the state control over health conditions in military camps, with critics previously wary but now withdrawing. A separate proposal by Rep Guy Guernsey sought penalties for wartime food disruption and death penalties for acts against munitions facilities.
Text shows a labor law dispute amid war, with Baker urging changes in state Liber laws. Labor leaders seek suspension of existing wartime labor statutes unless congress acts, while others push the governor for legislative action.
Basel reports the German government plans to grant large indemnities to ship owners for losses from seizures in North and South America. the payments are expected to nearly cover the total losses.
The French commission led by Premier Rene Viviani and Marshal Joffre reaches American shores aboard the Mayflower to discuss naval aid, financial loans, and the possible sending of an American expeditionary force to France. The party will meet U.S. officials in Washington to outline plans and required support.
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