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Newspaper

Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Feb 01, 1918

Page

5

Examinations in City of Quincy Qualified for Military Service

The report lists Quincy examinees deemed qualified for military service including Vinc Julius Pfaffe and Paul John Lehner among others. Additional classifications are noted by the examining board with names and ranks and mention of limited service qualifications.

Quincy Julius Pfaffe Ostay AL GL Johnson Tess -Paul John Lehner Jatte Ray OL Slingerlaned Ble Averete Bliven Tanatus S. Weyand le Oo Baseman N Coer Uo Weragiban Rank S&s Tu Vanee Keank Talia Sam Neburines Iwelly Henry Posse Duds Ry Jolbn Bergmann Soa Clas Hageman Pate Piretreonm York Proirmenie Joruter Wm. J. Lehnd Jarry Beals Tata Sulftus

War Finances Discussed in Washington Conference

Washington Feb 1 Steps to plan vast war finances were discussed at conferences between Secretary McAdoo and congressional leaders. The talks covered war bonds taxes and the 1919 fiscal year including a proposed war tax and bond program. Simmons Owen and others indicated swift action on the war finance bill and related railroad measures.

Washington Congress Fingnec Capital Summacens Molde McAdoo Martin Senate Simmons Owen Senate Banking and Currency Committee

Revenue legislation moves ahead amid war tax debate

The article notes likely increases in current war taxes and new minor items. It stresses action on revenue measures during the present congressional session, seen as essential due to expiry in March and the difficulty of passage next year. Senator Simmons suggests passing taxation changes now would help business anticipate conditions.

Congress Finance Corporation Bil Simmons House Kitchin Ways and Means McAdoo Tack

Hamburg Declared In State Of Siege

COPENTIAGEN February 1 Hamburg declared a state of siege amid unrest. Altona and Wandebeck districts are adjacent to Hamburg with large industries and brewing plants. Altona population 161,000 in 1900. Wandebeck population 28,000, located three miles northeast of Hamburg.

Hamburg Copentiagen Altona Drei Lebeur Hamburg Echo Suctehst Altona Wandebeck Hlamburg

Argentine Vessel Sunk Off Mediterranean Coast

New York reported on February 1 that the Argentine steamship Ministro Irriendo sank in the Mediterranean on January 26. The dispatch came via Paris to La Prenza of Buenos Aires.

New York Mediterranean Ministro Irriendo Paris Hero of LaPrenza Buenos Aires

Italy’s Army Wears Thin As War Probes Weak Leadership

Long excerpt depicts deteriorating Italian wartime conditions including worn equipment, poor provisioning, and front line strain. It notes elderly conscripts, family anxieties, and a spread of disaffection tied to weak officers, political turmoil after Turin riots, and German influence. It concludes with a rebirth of national spirit after the German invasion.

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Have A Heart at the Empire Next Monday Night

A vivid from the era release promotes a musical event at the Empire next Monday night. The act features a blend of stage performers and a notable New York singer, promising a night of orchestral arrangements and lively entertainment in a classic show setting.

Empire Jess

Canada Now Home of the World's Greatest Buffalo Herd

Peter Inditer Nathonal reports Canada now owns the world’s largest buffalo herd, totaling 600 animals bought from Montana rancher Michael Pablo. The herd thrives in a 165 square mile reserve near Wainwright, Alberta, with a long history tracing back to 1875 and a notable rise in numbers to 2,077 amid surrounding parkland and a U.S. national bison range established in Montana.

Canada Neve Wainwright Edmonton Alberta Michael Pablo Montana Ravall Pend o'Reille Flathead St. Inatius Pablo Pablos U.S United States Flathead Indian Reservation Ravalli Dixon American Bison Society

Danish Cable Says Strike Is Spreading

London report says the German strike is growing with 700000 on strike in Berlin, including 68000 women. The telegraph source notes many socialist leaders have been arrested in various towns as the movement expands.

London Exchange Telegraph Copenhagen Berlin Geneva Priv Genesa Ger Nya

Swiss Frontier Strike Closes Border Tension Mounts

London reports a Swiss frontier closure amid a strike. Geneva dispatch notes protests threaten transport and possible political pressure on the Swiss and German governments. Rail yards outside Philadelphia see coal theft by men and boys during cold weather, totaling hundreds of tons.

Werner Philadelphia

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