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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1917
Page
1
The German ship Ockenfels will sail from Boston to Europe carrying American guns fore and aft to destroy submarines and aid the Allies. Seized at war declaration, she endured damage by German sailors who punched a cylinder hole and battered walls with hammers during their attempt.
Washington July 25 plans for funding the war were overturned as treasury estimates reveal nearly 5 billion dollars in additional expenditures for a second army of 600000 and broader war programs. McAdoo asked delaying the 1.67 billion tax bill while all departments submit detailed estimates.
In San Francisco the jury trying Mrs. Rena Mooney for murder tied up deliberations after asking the judge to define second degree murder. The state introduced a letter from E B Morton claiming Mooney was “always on the job.” A labor jury earlier found not guilty after 35 minutes, revealing tensions as observers noted ballots showing a 10 to 2 split.
Fourteen men pleaded or were found guilty Tuesday in federal court of failing to register June B for the selective draft in Duluth Minnesota. The tally brings Duluth county slacker convictions to sixteen.
Washington July 25 federal lists of Friday's conscription draw go to local boards. Boards will summon double the quota for physicals, then fill remaining slots. Corrections to numbers are detailed, including misreads and swapped serials, with about two dozen changes from AP tally to master sheet.
The Chicago, Burlington and Quincy railroad reported for the year ending December 31, 1918, showing net income after interest charges of 32,904,725 compared with 23,671,892 in 1915. The 1916 balance yielded 29.77 percent on 110,839,100 capital stock, versus 15.55 percent in the prior year. Corporate surpluses total 203,000,255, with earnings reinvested in property over many years, nearing the outstanding capital stock.
Washington July 25 an increase in regular army recruiting due to the draft drawing brought acceptances up to 1876 Monday the largest total since registration day.
Arthur Henderson of the British war council reports from Russia that extremism destabilizes the provisional government and the army. He warns firm action is needed to curb disorder as Russians fear outcomes from allied conference and aim to keep Constantinople in view.
July 25 Another American hospital unit arrived in England Tuesday. The arrival of the Americans did not attract much attention, as the public was excluded from the locality where they disembarked.
Marine corps headquarters announced that drafted men may volunteer for the Marine Corps as in the Army or Navy, but only if they do so before examination. After summons, draftees have no service choice.
Russian forces retreat eastward from Stanislau and Tarnopol as German Austro-Hungarian troops push through Galicia. reports note Evacuations at Stanislau Pidhayitse Halicz and other towns while Dnieper line and Dvinsk Vilna rail positions see Russian disaffection and defensive withdrawals. German Crown Prince forces strike in Belgium and northern fronts as Petain’s French troops regain ground and Haig prepares another major push.
Washington July 25 Administrations food legislation stalled as Republican Leader Mann blocked fast tracking the bill to conference. He demanded a separate vote on a war expenditures committee, risking a partisan clash as Democrats brace for a rule to force action. Debate centers on a war committee, wheat price provisions, and a three member food administration.
Washington July 25 a bill to return aliens of draft age to their home countries is being drawn by Chairman Webb of the house judiciary committee. He said Tuesday he talked to administration officials and hoped to have administration support for the measure.
London July 25 Andrew Bonar Law chancellor of the exchequer announced the government’s nominees as delegates to the Irish convention The number of labor representatives has been increased from five to seven The number who have accepted to date is 95
OTTAWA July 25 conscription bill passed the house of commons by a 54 vote margin and heads to the senate where swift enactment is expected. English speaking MPs supported the measure while French MPs largely opposed. The government contends only a parliamentary majority can carry the bill forward and avert a national split. The senate is seen approving the measure within ten days and dissolution of parliament may follow with a September election centered on conscription.
The July 25 1917 action removes William Denman chair and Major General George Goethals manager from the emergency fleet corporation. Edward Hurley and Bainbridge Colby named successors, with Hurley expected to win senate confirmation. The move aims to advance the government shipbuilding program and end internal disputes over authority.
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