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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1918
Page
7
A fragmentary discussion questions Secretary Baker’s awareness of wartime preparations. It notes doubts about armament stocks including machine guns, artillery, and rifles, plus missing rolling kitchens. The piece critiques optimistic department statements and calls for clearer information about pace and adequacy of military readiness.
The article argues allied recognition of the Bolshevik government may strengthen anti German efforts. It notes Bolshevik leaders resist full peace with Germany unless universal aims fade, while some Bolshevik spokesmen soften terms. Recognition could bolster Russian resistance and hinder German hopes in the east.
Springfield News Report cites Mr. Bakers alleged lack of motive capability and organizing skill while labeling him pacifist and pessimistic about war, urging senate courage. It also notes War Department errors from Metuchen to Raritan NJ and Baker's testimony before the senate committee.
Washington Jan. 12 The Senate Manufactures Committee completed its sugar investigation but kept it open at the food administration's request to hear George H. Earle of the Pennsylvania Refining Co. He will be called later. Witnesses Gardner Fadeley and Lueder testified sugar was not as plentiful but no acute shortage would have occurred if trade had moved in normal channels.
GALESBURG ILL Jan 12 Walter Webber a Burlington fireman was killed and A Olson a brakeman injured when two Burlington freight trains collided at Knoxville five miles from here Friday morning. The collision was said to have been caused by a blizzard.
Petrograd reports that France appoints General Tabou?lle as representative to the Ukraine republic. The move is viewed as France recognizing Ukraine as an independent state, signaling formal diplomatic ties.
Peter Rabbit hears Tommy Tit and Drummer the Woodpecker discuss seeing Welcome Robin, suggesting the bird may have recently returned from the South despite winter. Peter frets over Welcome Robin's absence and ponders what the tale means for spring and safety in the forest.
A vintage advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a trusted blood purifier and general tonic. It claims over four decades of success, calling it pleasant to take, aiding digestion, and supplying rich red blood for health. The copy urges readers to start taking it today.
In a school tale Fatty Bellowes plans a surprise party for his mother using items bought by friends. Patty, Steve Hardy and Ex Brigham uncover the ruse as Fatty admits he chained goods to his father to spark the plan. Missus Bellowes reacts strongly and the group disperses. Fatty regrets the scheme.
A brief sports moment shows two players from opposing teams tangling near the sideline, separated by teammates and officials before the altercation ends with no serious injuries reported.
Philadelphia Jan. 12 The Rev Dr John Ross Sutherland associate secretary of the Presbyterian board of ministerial relief and sustentation died Thursday at his Landsdowne home after several months illness He was 72 years old A former newspaper editor he served as pastor of the First Presbyterian church at Burlington Town and wrote editorials for the Burlington Gazette He is survived by a widow and three daughters
An unconfirmed report from El Paso claims Villa leader Martin Lopez, famed for stopping trains on the Mexican Central line, killed federal guards and many passengers during the Palomas battle and was being moved toward Ojinaga opposite Presidio, Texas. Prisoners captured on Jan 1 reportedly back Lopez.
Camp Dodge Iowa reports outdoor training nearly abandoned as freezing temperatures cause frost bites though severe injuries are not noted. Weather notes describe variable thunderstorm cloud heights from 400 to 2000 feet and deep cumulonimbus structures between two and five miles, with deceptive distance, alongside mid level cumulus at 2,000 to 3,000 feet.
Chicago snowstorm slows clearing efforts after blizzard. An army of snow fighters will deploy a British tank to rumble through streets to break drifts, an offer from Captain AW Owen aiding the plan. Tank arrival expected in two days.
Reports from Rostow state the Don Republic is established with General Kaledmey as president and prime minister.
Paris reports that Role Pasha, charged with conducting German propaganda in France, will be tried by court martial starting February 4. Also noted is a French scientist experimenting with floating oil on rivers to curb evaporation and fogs.
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