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Newspaper
The Daily Alaska Empire
Location
Juneau, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1919
Page
1
London reports say authorities will suppress Sinn Fein and allied groups in Ireland amid rising crime. In Derry and Belfast violence erupts as Nationalists clash with Orangemen and troops patrol, with stores looted and injuries scattered across Coal Island and Tyrone.
Esthenian forces reported to wipe out Bolshevik battalions along the Luga southwest of Petrograd. Soviet prisoners captured large quantities of guns and ammunition as the Esthenians advanced. A new northwest Russia government including Esth via is said to be forming at Revel.
Washington August 16 The War department has placed on public sale two million surplus blankets Prices range from six dollars for new all wool blankets to one dollar twenty five cents for cotton blankets used in hospitals and cleaned The new blankets offered to the public are sold at the price paid by the government plus a small clerical charge.
Coblenz August 16 The American First Division the first troops to arrive in France after America entered the war will begin to leave the Rhine tomorrow The division earned fame by the capture of Chantigny The Eighth Infantry regiment will remain here possibly several years holding Coblenz
Salt Lake August 16 Seth Smutt aged ninety revisited by air the Waa mountains trail he crossed seventy two years ago as one of the two remaining members of the original pioneer band that founded Salt Lake City in 1847.
The British steamer Nembe, which sailed from New York on June 30 for African ports, was destroyed by fire at sea off Accra Upper Guiana. Passengers and crew were safely landed after abandoning ship as the fire gained headway.
After the great war, many European nobles grew poor and heirlooms jewels are brought to America for sale. The port collector's staff has increased to counter jewel smugglers evading heavy duties.
In Los Angeles on August 14, all Interurban train employees quit at 2 am after wage demands were unmet. Local car men plan a vote and are expected to join the strike.
Paducah Ky August 16 Lieut James Stewart of Memphis and a local newspaper reporter were killed when an army airplane they were given exhibition flights in crashed to the earth.
Aug 16 report from Baltimore says a exhibition plane crashed into a fence in front of hundreds of spectators, killing seven and injuring several others. The disaster occurred during a public flight display with many families present.
Aug 16 Budapest advices say Rumanians seize railway lines and occupy warehouses, taking food and medical supplies. They reportedly operate harvest thrashing machines and strip the country of valuables. London reports a new Hungarian cabinet formed of ultra conservatives after another failed.
The New York Fur Auction Sales Corporation announced the annual fall sale of raw furs will begin October 6 instead of October 13 to satisfy foreign buyers. Shipments for the sale may arrive after September 15 as demand and prices are expected to be high.
An Aug report from a Greek office says N. Avegeridis, a scout leader, and twenty Greek scouts were fatally harmed by Turkish forces near Aidin. Papers claim Avegeridis was mistreated before death and that Turks attempted to arrest him, with the group likely perishing in the incident.
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London August 16. King George has assented to Parliament's ratification of the German treaty, making it law.
Paris August 16 Three hundred American buyers attend the first real postwar styles show. French dressmakers note Americans speak with influence and set orders. Brown dominates the color trend this season with no masculine touches for women. Pair dressmakers prefer short skirts but Americans mock the minimal cloth usage. Styles may settle into a compromise balancing ease and fashion.
Rome reports the Italian Commission of Inquiry finds General Cadorna and the generals under him mainly responsible for the Caroti disaster of October 1917 and the army's retreat to the Piave. It cites lack of morale and clerical propaganda that weakened troops.
United States Commissioner E. M. Axelson is lingering at the Gastnesu Hotel in Yakutat according to local hotel arrivals. The notice notes his visit and lodging status with no further details on purpose or duration.
Aug 16 New York City faces labor strife as motormen threaten to strike over 50 percent wage demands, potentially halting elevated and subway service. Mayor Hylan accuses company officials and motormen representatives of collusion to push higher fares.
President Samuel Gompers of the American Federation of Labor arrived in Paris from Amsterdam after attending the International Labor Congress. He said in an interview he looked forward to sailing home from Brest, and that solving the nation s labor problems was of grave importance.
Twenty two state governors will gather in Salt Lake City next Wednesday to discuss the current high cost of living and seek a solution to reduce it.
Col. William Thompson, longtime treasurer of the Republican National Committee and former assistant postmaster general, died in Washington on Aug 16. The veteran party official had served decades in party administration and federal service, leaving a mark on fundraising and postal policy.
Washington reports Labor Department tables show living costs rose 80 percent from December 1914 to June 1919 with clothing, house furnishings, and food climbing 20 percent between December 1917 and June 1919. In Seattle, food and clothing up 110 percent since 1914 versus 51 percent in New York City. Ohio warrants target 40 profiteering dealers. Michigan and Detroit seizures encompass eggs and butter in cold storage.
Henry Ford will receive $50 costs in addition to the six cents judgment awarded him in the million dollar damage suit against the Chicago Tribune, announced from Mount Clemens Michigan on August 16.
Washington Aug 16 Republican reservation advocates say twenty senators will back swift ratification with reservations. Senator Hitchcock, a Wilson ally, disclaims involvement in the talks. The plan is to lay the matter before President Wilson tonight. Hitchcock later told the president the treaty may be reported from the Foreign Relations Committee within two or three weeks.
Cincinnati leads the New York Nations by four and a half games after a set of three double-headers over three days. Cincinnati won the final double-header today, taking four of six games in the series.
Santa Barbara California August 16 A dance floor covering four city blocks has been completed for the sailors of the Pacific fleet when they visit the city. Other elaborate entertainments are planned for the officers and crews.
Federal authorities in Nashville Tennessee seized more than a million eggs stored in facilities. The action underscores enforcement against improper storage or distribution practices. Investigators arrested no individuals at the scene and continued reviewing related records for further steps.
In Cleveland on August 16 a deputy sheriff seized two hundred thousand pounds of sugar held in city warehouses amid a libel action by the district attorney.
At Washington August 16 a new order prohibiting the Carranza government of Mexico from importing further shipments of arms and ammunition from the United States into Mexico has gone into effect. The move follows notes between the two governments warning of a change in policy toward Mexico unless Americans living there are adequately protected.
Oregon senator McNary introduced a Senate bill to authorize leasing Alaska lands for grazing and cattle raising. The measure was referred to the public lands committee for consideration.
Tokio reports that Japan informed the Kolchak government it cannot grant his request for Japanese divisions to engage Bolshevik forces. The dispatch notes Tokyo’s refusal and cites diplomatic lines guiding their stance.
Berlin Aug 16 Riots over high cost of living erupt in Kattowitz Silesia as troops charged mobs with drawn bayonets injuring several citizens during plunder by the crowds dealers were maltreated by the rioters
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