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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1918
Page
4
A fragmented 1918 era letter from Camp Logan Houston describes an Illinois band entertaining Logan soldiers and notes plans to transfer to the 108th engineers. It mentions gas drills, concert programs, and potential expansion to eighty pieces, with references to officers and the war department.
WASHINGTON Feb 6 railroad union leaders W G Lee and A K R Garretson told the railroad wage commission that inefficient operation and traffic congestion were used to discredit the eight hour law and hinder government control. They cited delayed crews, personnel changes, and rolling stock misuse as proof, while secretaries and officials pressed questions about costs and wage demands amid government supervision.
Cabinet members lauded the Aero Club’s efforts in a New York briefing. Officials credited the organization with advancing aviation initiatives and fostering industry collaboration amid growing national interest in flight developments.
In a telegraphed message Secretary Daniels notes the United States mobilizes all resources to aid the allied air effort. Secretary Baker's telegram commends the association for its past record and future usefulness amid rapid aeronautical development. The remark, “Failure is one of the things that is spoiled by success,” closes the communication.
Berlin report says Wilhelm Dittmann radical socialist deputy was tried by an extraordinary court martial for inciting to high treason resisting public authority and directing the general strike. He was sentenced to five years confinement in fortress and two months imprisonment for resisting public authority. Mitigating circumstances and absence of dishonorable intention were admitted.
London report states that German U boats, according to a reply by Andrew, are cited as causing significant naval losses. Details remain sparse as the message notes ongoing assessments and evolving wartime conditions.
A fragment notes Bonar Law as a government leader in the house of commons and references harm to 14 120 non combatant British men women and children, reporting unclear details about the event or context and without specific dates or locations.
A reader defends advertised medicines arguing there are fakes in every trade but genuine products endure. Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound is cited as a proven remedy for female ailments, praised for forty years of use and nationwide recognition.
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