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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1917
Page
2
Washington reports key administration war plans including selective conscription of young men for a national service, rapid submarine defense, mass mobilization of manpower for industry and armed forces, budgeting, and government price controls to equip the army and support the national defense effort.
The report states no shift in Germany’s stance despite U S pressures. It says Germany will not declare war and will continue submarine warfare as before, while maintaining policies toward American and German nationals.
Washington report outlines April 8 steps toward enacting an administration resolution declaring a state of war with Germany. Senate leaders push to delay, aim for timely passage amid foreign relations committee report and Berlin shipping notes. Earthquake and volcanic eruption mentions appear in fragmented dispatches from Victoria and Auchan.
A garbled report notes Kenader and Columbia accepting a proposal for a bond to Montevideo and American measures to confront an attack. Former President Taft, speaking at a dinner in New York, warned that any nation attempting an attack will face consequences through Mesion.
Washington dispatch says Spain returns to normal after a coup attempt. Foreign office notes order restored at Valladolid and hops reopened. M C A offers 600 workers and 44 million in welfare services for army and war effort.
President Wilson addressed a joint session urging a wartime declaration against Germany after reports of submarine activity. He called for an army of 600000 and said the United States would aid Allied powers, while noting no action against Austria and other allies. The speech drew extensive applause and sharp interruptions from onlookers.
In Camden New Jersey German immigrant Edward A W Simmers 67 was charged with threatening the life of President Wilken and held on $20 000 bail for a Wednesday hearing by US Commissioner Joelin on April 2 In default of bail he was remanded Secret Service agents say Simmers opposed U S entry into the war and threatened to go to Washington and shoot the President if he had a bomb
In London the House of Commons approved franchise reform by a large margin after a March 28 debate. Asquith Bonar Law and Lloyd George backed extending suffrage due to women war sacrifices, with some opposition wishing postwar delay. The government will push conference recommendations into law. Separately, Andrew Bonar Law said Turkish casualties in Gaza Palestine totaled 000.
Georgia legislature approves a bone dry law barring liquor except for medical mechanical and sacramental uses. The bill cleared both houses on March 28 in Atlanta, Georgia.
Edward and Lottie McGinney members of the show say Cuban revolutionists stole the entire onering circus except the tents and sawdust. They arrived here March 28 aboard a ship from Cuba.
Washington reports French admiralty dispatches on April 2 announce the sinking of the armed American freighter Aztec off Ouetnsant after a German submarine torpedoed it without warning. Eleven crewmen are missing, twelve bluejackets saved, and the armed guard’s fate remains uncertain. Officials will not release names or full personnel lists until survivors are confirmed and official word received.
Washington reports the Democrats with four independents forming the majority to elect Champ Clark of Missouri as Speaker on April 2. Clark secured 217 votes to Mann's 205, with several independents and Progressive and Socialist allies backing Clark. Five Republicans abstained or opposed Mann, including Gardner Ballinger and Haskell, while Lennott Gillet and others received different endorsements.
In Shenandoah City Harrisburg resident Harry Lang is jailed for obtaining feeds under false pretenses. He killed his wife with a pistol shot through the wall and then died by his own hand, ruling the case a double tragedy.
Unprecedented orders for American flags flood flag makers of all sizes across New York. In Quincy Massachusetts President Joseph Powell of Fore River Shipbuilding announces a General wage increase at the plant to take effect June 1 following a patriotic meeting of employees.
Survivors report a German raider named Seeadler using a Norwegian flag to approach victims in South American waters. The vessel, armed with 106 mm guns and sixteen machine guns, left Germany December 22 escorted by a submarine, carrying sixty four crew led by Count Akner, and mined ships off the Brazilian coast.
Salt Lake City reports Utah Idaho and Montana governors were asked to issue proclamations to recruit for the United States Navy. The Navy seeks 300 from Montana 260 from Utah and 240 from Idaho by April 2000 as the first line of defense if war is declared.
Washington reports the bureau of mines is conducting a census of scientific specialists to protect U S scientists from frontline risks, a move prompted by the council of national defense to safeguard expertise behind the army.
Senator William H. King of Salt Lake City Utah, a Democrat, succeeds Senator George Sutherland a Republican in the U S Senate confirming a political succession in Utah.
Rebel prisoners captured during Villa's March attempt to seize Chihuatva City died publicly the next day as a warning to the Villa faction. Local authorities staged the event to deter support for Villa among the population.
American subscriptions to the latest Canadian war loan were estimated in March at 50 million dollars Canadian. Subscriptions will likely exceed the 150 million dollars asked for, with Ottawa coordinating the appeal.
A vintage advertisement urges mothers to give a teaspoonful of California Syrup of Figs for children’s constipation. It warns of counterfeit fig syrups and promises a quick, gentle cleanse within hours, claiming it restores energy and normal appetite. The copy targets mothers with dramatic lines about dull, listless children and common illnesses.
Rev W H Warner of Myerville Maryland credits Dodd's Kidney Pills with saving his life after suffering ectatica back pain neuralgia cramps headaches and nervous dizzy spells linked to kidneys. The minister reports restored health and urges others to try the 50 cent box from Dodd's Medicine Co Buffalo NY.
Two friends discuss a spendthrift named Bill who lives beyond his income. One jokes that Bill goes beyond the income he wishes he had, highlighting comic miserliness and romantic bluster in a witty exchange.
A playful newsroom dialogue discusses page counts for current and upcoming issues. The exchange notes forty pages about last month and forty about next month, concluding that should suffice for this month. The exchange highlights editorial pacing and planning.
A opinion note argues that bad temper harms the performer more than anyone else and urges readers to speak up to gain opportunities and rewards rather than letting desires go unmet.
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