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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1917
Page
3
Washington reports daily war expenditures in August exceed 24 million dollars, with two thirds going to allies. Since war began 140 days ago the treasury has paid 2.387 billion, 1.63 billion advanced to entente governments. Expectations of higher costs as army, shipbuilding, and aircraft programs expand.
Col Carl Reichmann denied telling a senate military sub committee that the draft law would spark civil war or that German submarine warfare was justified. He also denied defending German air raids on England. He said he supports sending troops to France and would act as an American officer without regard to German ties. The committee planned to call witnesses and those who sent letters regarding the case.
Paris August 25 M Duval director of the Bonnet Rouge and mentor of editor Miguel Almereyda who killed himself after arrest on sedition was turned over to military authorities by an examining magistrate. Police say Duval supplied the enemy with information a charge that carries capital punishment.
DETROIT, Aug. 25. Edsel Ford, son of Henry Ford, was examined for the army and it was announced he had passed the physical tests. He claimed exemption on industrial funds. Ford is an officer of his other automobile company, which is working on Red Cross orders.
Amsterdam dispatches describe a heated Reichstag main committee debate on Chancellor Michaelis attitude to the peace resolution. He faced questions about his July 19 pledge, with Ebert accusing him of hedging and the majority demanding a clear peace policy, leaving Michaelis under pressure and questions about his authority.
Medill McCormick congressman-at-large from Illinois had a narrow escape near a trench bomb blast at the American training camp in France. He was following a squad when the bomb exploded near his feet, causing only facial scratches. He later toured the camp and returned to Paris.
Chicago August 25 reports that potatoes will cost at least a dollar less per bushel this winter with forecasts of a large crop. Retail prices hovered around 1.96 per bushel, wholesale near 1.30, while industry leaders predict prices may fall to about 1.00 as production doubles in Minnesota Wisconsin Michigan and other regions. Federal action plans cold storage warehouses in Wyoming South Dakota and Nebraska to hold vast perishable crops.
Ten United States sailors in uniform charged a crowd of nearly 1000 outside a city theater where an anti-draft meeting had been forbidden. They were badly beaten before police rescued them. Earlier three men and a woman were arrested for voicing conscientious objector views.
Used only three months the No 10 Royal typewriter offered at a bargain of gold at once. Address R-26 in care The Whig 28.
James W. Gerard, former ambassador, told two Minnesota mass meetings that the German emperor warned America would be held to accountability after the war _for her nonsense_. He said Admiral Von Tirpitz urged ruthless submarine warfare to fund debts and claimed pro German presses should face consequences.
Spokane hearing confirms many I W W members accused of strikes are German citizens and draft evaders. James Rowan, I W W secretary, and 17 others are denied release and held by military authorities. U S Marshal testifies arrests show German citizens among I W W ranks. others failed to register. Prosecutor notes indications of disbelief in religion marriage and organized government.
Washington, Aug 25. House committee finished hearings on the administration soldiers and sailors war insurance bill and will attempt to report it next Tuesday for immediate consideration. Proponents expect passage in its present form amid commendation from Julia Lathrop M E Wills and A L Hereford. Secretary McAdoo says the bill will not affect current pensions and aims to prevent future haphazard pension legislation.
Washington Aug. 25 Cheaper coal for the American householder will be one of the first aims of the new fuel administration as set forth by Dr. H. A. Garfield its head. A scale of prices for the dealer was suggested for an early place in the government program. If the price fixing plan fails the government will not hesitate to enforce provisions of the food bill giving it authority to requisition coal at the mines and sell to the public generally. The government will not permit coal dealings at prices higher than those named by the President on the grounds of existing contracts unless it is proved that the contracts are bona fide. Full Licensing System Regulations governing coal transactions probably will be made public within a few days. They will provide for a licensing system for operators and jobbers and for an extension of the system to retail transactions if retail prices are fixed. The regulations to be issued will carry specific measures to prevent the duplicating of freight hauls. Purchasers will be required to buy coal at mines nearest them.
Washington August 25 Hoover leaves for Chicago to confer with meat packers and federal trade commission investigators. Government supervision of meat packing and distribution with a licensing system may follow after the food administration completes plans for wheat control.
Washington reports state department messages say the Devonian liner crew was saved after torpedoing. Among the rescued are 65 Americans.
Brief items list residents traveling visiting relatives and upcoming events. Paul Binkert Franklin McCann Wheeler Brittain and Gifford Henry return from a ten day camping trip in Mill Creek. Mrs C J Bush expects Oscar Moss of St Louis for their Sunday visit. Moss has been on a vacation north and will stop en route home. Miss Katherine Otten returns from Memphis and St Louis. Miss Alma Bauman will teach at the Decatur graded schools. Mrs Herman Davidson and three sons return from Pittsburgh. Several residents travel, visit churches hold retreats and attend conventions in St Louis. Attendance and church activities noted.
In Houston on August 25 mutinous soldiers killed Captain Joseph W. Mattes after brutal bayonetting and gunfire. W. A. Wise and others were wounded while trying to help victims. eyewitnesss describe chaos, killings, and shootings across Brunner avenue and nearby streets as armed Negro troops roamed the area.
Austin Tex Aug 25 T James E Ferguson suspended from the office of governor as nine managers named by the house presented 21 impeachment articles alleging official misconduct. W P Hobby automatically succeeded to the governorship pending senate trial which was set to begin next Wednesday.
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