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Newspaper
Steele City Press
Location
Steele City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1918
Page
2
The report outlines Czech Slovak movements toward independence as Austria-Hungary fractures. It notes Italian and German fronts, calls for peace hopes, and warns the central powers risk dismemberment as Creche Slovaks and Poles move toward self rule despite ongoing hostilities.
A wartime message to the Boy Scouts New York General Perehing praises the American expeditionary forces and the 442 000 barecoats. It celebrates unity and service, urging scouts to keep faith and assist the war effort as elder veterans lend aid and encouragement.
Article discusses measures to save print paper in Wellington including advertising strategies to boost circulation. Mentions publishers using premiums contests and other methods while excluding holiday or trial issues. Notes legitimate circulation tactics such as billboard ads wall posters and canvassing without premiums.
The campaign calls for an American Red Cross clothing drive to collect coats, sweaters, and warm garments during a September 8 to 16 period for ten million men women and children in Belgium and France. Officials say about 5,000 jackets will be needed to keep the exposed population warm through winter.
A brief travel note records a journey from an unnamed location to Brad Lew. The dispatch notes a layover in Waeeh with no further details on purpose or outcomes of the trip.
The article outlines calls for deferred classification of registrants for the draft, urging older men and those with dependencies to file deferment claims. General Crowder addresses advisers about examining eligibility and the process for postponed induction, with instructions to registrants to act promptly as questionnaires are issued.
The state railway commission prepares a stance on federal telephone rate charges from 6 to 18 dollars amid inquiries by Nebraska Telephone Company and Lincoln Telephone Company. The Nebraska State Federation of Labor holds its Nebraska City meeting electing officers as wartime labor and defense topics dominate.
A tanker and its American crew faced a submarine engagement in the North Atlantic during a naval air clash. Explosions and gunfire marked the attack as the tanker was sunk and survivors were rescued. A dramatic final blow reportedly split the sub and sent a debris column high into the air.
The government revealed charges against Debs for violation of the espionage act. The indictment alleges that in a Canton speech he supported the socialist party’s war program at St Louis and pledged to oppose conscription. A Cleveland newspaperman recalled Debs saying he stood for that program and was ready to die for it. Federal investigator Trainor testified that at a socialist meeting in Chicago Debs agreed they would do nothing to change the war program.
A bilingual handbill in French and Spanish urged a two week general strike. Walter H. Johnson was arrested as the notice stated the strike aimed to force release of Thomas J ent and noted Johnson was tarred and feathered in Metbec Arizona last spring for WWI activity. Officers linked the group to I WWW espionage era actions.
American efforts to repatriate prisoners in Germany through Sweden as safe passage using commercial ships with safe conduct, instead of dangerous transports. Ira Nelson Morris, American minister to Sweden, initiated talks in Stockholm with promising prospects for success.
An encouraging report from a Siberian cabte orem dated esthetics tember 7 notes Creehe thera tenders, Thomas 6G conknens the Ceeche Bioweak national council. Allied and Ceech troops are operating in perfect secord.
A temporary embargo on grain shipments into Minneapolis and St Paul has been ordered by federal manager A W Trimheim. He cites a labor shortage as the cause and urges grain receipts to adjust to the disrupted supply.
A Turkish government minister states Terker Secu aentines Ge euamian covernment will proceed with planned reforms. The announcement signals shifts in policy as authorities prepare for forthcoming decisions.
Federal jury finds Cleveland Eugene Deba guilty on multiple counts of violating the espionage act. He faces up to twenty years in prison and a $10,000 fine. judge may rule on a motion for a new trial. Deba voices readiness for the outcome and faith in justice.
Republicans in the House attacked administration extravagances during the debate on a 4.006 billion defense budget bill. They argued waste and unequal spending, with Representative Pordner predicting 1.09 billion more revenue than estimated and urging heavier wartime cost sharing. Representative Moore cited aircraft program waste and public publicity as deceptive expenditures.
A government warning stresses there is no free wool available for civilians. Citizens are urged to conserve wool and woolen goods and not assume a surplus will appear before winter.
Dispatches from Geneva explain the French government has urged the Franco Swiss commercial convention of 1906 be explained by the entente policy to end all commercial treaties containing most favored nation clauses. The aim is to prevent the enemy from benefiting after the war.
Private Harry Morride writes home that Italy fights to whip Austria France fights to save her country Bagdad is set for the seas and the Americans fight for souvenirs The letter captures wartime aims attributed to Allies as heard in France during World War I.
Figures from the Chicago primary show McCormick defeating incumbent Mayor Thompson for the Republican nomination to the United States Senate by a wide margin. The tally cites a 46 920 vote plurality across a subset of precincts reported.
Morris, the American minister to Sweden, says Germany faces shortages but not starvation. He notes rural districts fare better, army areas show deprivation yet do not spark revolt, and German propaganda hides true conditions on the western front. He urges the United States to understand the real situation and keep full energy on the war effort.
Opening of Eugene Debs case features swift jury selection and arrests of spectators for applauding a statement by defense attorney Seymore Riedman. Rose Pastor Stokes and others faced arrest ordered by Judge C Westenhauer as courtroom drama and contempt remarks marked the session.
The September crop report shows a large forecast shift for corn and wheat. Poor rainfall in August reduced corn prospects by 317 million bushels, lowering projected production to 2.472 billion bushels and value above 860 million dollars.
Count Czernin in the Vienna Neue Freie Presse backs a league of nations as a path to lasting peace. He says a German majority led by the emperor supports the idea and notes Berlin cabinet figures favor it with Austro-Hungarian foreign minister Burian not opposed. He argues central powers can develop and present the core principles of a new world order.
Federal grand jury receives evidence of a statewide arson plot estimated to have damaged California industrial plants by about 5 million dollars. Thirteen Industrial Workers of the World members are held in custody in Sacramento Fresno and Los Angeles. The probe extends to fires dating back to 1916 with focus on 1937 incidents including Breno and Hans.
Frank A. Vanderup will step down within weeks from leading the national War Savings Committee which has directed the campaign. Other members exiting include Henry Ford Eugene Meyer Jr Charlies L Baine Frederick A Delano and Mrs George Base as the committee disappears from history.
Joseph Wagner a German born jewel polisher on a $123 weekly salary bought $49 worth of postage stamps in August. The purchases trigger a federal inquiry into possible stamp coded communications with outside parties. Wagner was arrested for a minor offense and detained after examination at the enemy bureau. He reportedly possessed a book and magazines related to the United States and South America.
A vivid personal reflection on patrol duty in wartime, describing landing behind German lines, evading capture, and witnessing German troops harvesting beets as the sunset sets a dramatic mood. The narrator contrasts discipline with longing for home, ending with a French quip.
A Kansas City Star excerpt features Gap Johnson of Rumpus Ridge Arkansas defending staying at home to avoid town trips. He says he only visits town for important matters such as grand jury service or political news and horse trading discussions.
A compact remark on trust and value noting that vagabonds lack coupons and are beyond redemption while success breeds envy and holds some people to account for past loyalties and debts.
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