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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1918
Page
7
The Journal publishes a roll of honor naming Sho shone boys serving in the various military branches. The paper aims to keep the list complete and asks readers to report any errors or omissions, offering a free copy of the Journal to members with correct addresses.
Miss Sarah Purdum, a Red Cross nurse in charge of a fifty bed tent hospital somewhere in France, is celebrated for earning a place on the Honor Roll. The text lists twelve men called to the selective draft, noting their pride and public farewell festivities including a grand ball and banquet.
Reports from Sweden claim German forces push into Estonia and Livonia severing Russia from the Baltic shore and threatening Petrograd by sea. Berlin dispatch notes front activity resumes with the Duina crossed, while Austria-Hungary is placated by a German pledge to limit northern Russia action. Bolsheviks seize Kilev in Ukraine as heavy casualties and destruction mark the fighting, with battles and naval bombardments reported and Polish legions routed at Minsk.
Parla-Charlés drumaert, senator from the Meuse and owner of the Journal, was arrested Monday at his Mesnile Guillanie chateau near Paris. The arrest follows his role as a witness at the Bolo Pasha trial and his demand for government action or formal trial to clear suspicions. In Petrograd, Russians under arms are estimated from five to ten million, as soldiers drift homeward.
George N. Peck, a leading industrial expert, is noted for directing the conversion of civilian plants to military production for the government during the war effort. His work underscores the drive to maximize output and retool facilities for national needs.
Seattle candidate for mayoral nomination A Horr was shot in his office late Monday night by an unknown assailant who escaped. His condition is critical.
A flood in the Galton sugar district devastates the Camden region. Dozens of Europeans are missing and a large number of foreigners and natives likely perished. Rescue efforts focus on the swollen waterways and collapsed settlements amid widespread hunger and damage.
Washington. The executive council of the American Federation of Labor issues a declaration endorsing war aims and calling World War I a working man's war. It argues Prussianism burns in German autocracy and warns that victory for Germany would empower a continent. The statement stresses labor’s duty to face daily toil and protect freedom amid upheaval.
Washington reports a major expansion of U S naval power with a larger destroyer program and an increase in the Marine Corps from 20000 to 30000 men, as Secretary Daniels seeks about 290 million dollars in new appropriations to finance the growth and sustainment of the fleet and Marine forces in France and elsewhere.
Evensville judge Rostetter rules Indiana statewide prohibition unconstitutional. Demurrer to complaint by brewing companies and county prosecutor regarding enforcement of the law before its July 2 1938 take effect date. Judge Rostetter of Vanderburgh County Superior Court dismisses challenge.
Washington intimation that the unsinkable vessel type will be tested was given when Secretary Daniels announced the appointment of a board of naval experts to study the practicability of the new craft. The panel will assess feasibility and potential for transport of observers and crew.
A Chattanooga report notes a loyalty parade concluding Labor Week with a large street demonstration. Labor groups show unity for the nation and officers are commended by Secretary Daniels for gallant conduct aboard a U S steamship cruiser during an encounter with a German submarine on October 15, 1917.
Allied dispatches report a German air attack near Prince area targeting a field hospital. An airplane flew low and dropped eight bombs. three exploded near the building, windows shattered but no injuries. Patients were moved to safety as shells and bombing continued nearby.
William L. Hutcheson, president of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters, called off the New York and eastern shipyard strike after a Wilson telegram. He ordered all members to report to work Monday as talks on adjusting differences with shipyard employers move to the president. More than 6000 workers were out, and the strike's suspension follows a high level conference.
Jury acquits Paul C. Hennig on treason charges after proceedings directed by the court with federal district attorney involvement. Reports from Paris indicate Marshal Joffre was elected to the French Academy by narrow margins, with several members absent.
London reports Premier Lloyd George announced February 19 that Britain would set up a central authority to coordinate Allied strategy. He praised the American delegation’s document as among the ablest submitted to a military conference. General Robertson remains as chief of staff, with General Sir Henry Rawlinson appointed to represent Great Britain at Versailles.
New figures released by Herbert Hoover show Germanys U-boat campaign severely reduced food shipments to the Allies. Since its peak last April with a 12 percent drop, ship tonnage steadily declined, slipping by about 7 percent in the latest period.
The administration announced measures against profiteering in food and drugs. Officials said merchants must set tentative prices and coordinate deliveries to ensure steady supplies. Separate reports claim Ukrainian officials and peace negotiators linked to Brest-Litovsk were arrested by the Bolsheviks, amid unsettled wartime authority.
In Columbus Ohio Forrest Bigelow 45 killed his wife and two others with a hatchet at his residence then fatally wounded himself. The case lists Tatathy wininted as another victim and notes the motive appeared tied to his mother in law. Police report the suspect died by his own hand.
A proposed rise in wheat prices is reviewed in Washington with figures cited near 118 to 250 per bushel. The report discusses the potential impact on agriculture and market prices pending official action.
Fragmented OCR text references May drink in private, war department, restrictions, men of the army, and notes about relatives or friends. Readable parts are unclear and cannot determine a coherent event or date.
A Kansas State Agricultural College music director argues choral singing benefits communities by uniting disorganized neighborhoods and fostering shared purpose. He says good music, not popular tunes, elevates insight and social cohesion, enabling larger regional singing efforts. Consul Skinner counters fuel aids lack scientific proof of combustion benefits and finds little effect on coal use at prescribed quantities.
A fragment from a historical discourse discusses Reonsmy as parent of Integrity and Temperance, praising health and cheerful peace while warning of a cruel demon called Profuseness that erodes independence and leads followers astray with irons entering their souls.
An Italian experimenter, Professor Montt, develops a grape honey using a special process. Grapes are pressed gently to prevent fermentation, frozen in a rotating cylinder, crystals removed, and then concentrated to a grape syrup under low pressure for use in preserved fruits marmalades and flavoring syrups.
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