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Newspaper
The Daily Alaska Empire
Location
Juneau, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1917
Page
1
Generals Korniloff and Kaledine lead a revolt against Bolshevik forces in the Don region. Imperialists and Constitutional Democrats allied with former Premier Kerensky support the uprising. Forces prepare to defend Novo-Tokherkask as food supply fears rise amid unrest.
London reports that Generals Kale dine Dutoff and Korniloff push a revolt across southeastern Russia aiming to seize control and sever Siberia’s food supply to the west. A Bolshevik proclamation cites threats to Ekaterinov, Karov, and Moscot with Dutoff's forces overthrowing Bolsheviks in Orenburg. Constitutional Democrats and Cossacks back the revolt, and Kerensky is expected to return to power.
A Petrograd dispatch reports Novo-Tcherkaska in the Don Territory as the center of growing clashes between Bolshevik supporters and Generals Alexieff Korniloff and Rodzianko. Cavalry is ready, infantry being organized quickly, with action expected within a day or two.
Northbound steamer Jefferson and Alaska carry mail with Seattle Prince Rupert and Vancouver departures listed for the coming days. Southbound Jefferson and Alameda head out Thursday or Friday, while Prince John sails next Saturday with other vessels noted in the schedule.
Berlin reports signed armistice with Russian and Rumanian forces for land between the Dniester and Danube. Jassy notes a three month armistice among Germany, Russia, and Romania, with German troop transfer remaining the disputed point as talks continue.
An anonymous threat to patrons at the Red Cross Bazaar auditorium led Mayor George L. Baker to close the venue early on Saturday evening. The crowd was dismissed as a safety measure after the threat.
Washington reports forty four officers and men were rescued from the American destroyer Jacob Jones, sunk by a German submarine, with 110 aboard, according to a cablegram received by Admiral Sims.
The Supreme Court reversed federal court decisions, ruling the United Mine Workers of America and the American Flint and Glass Workers to be legal under common law. The ruling acknowledges miners' organizing rights and declares only specific practices illegal, not the organizations themselves.
Thomas McNight, a public automobile driver, was found dead in the car’s tonneau in the Interlaken district. He had been shot five times and the vehicle struck a telephone pole. Police suspect robbery as the motive. no arrests made.
Herald photograph shows the Liberty Field Hospital as a new design combining mobility and simple plan. The facility aims to shelter wounded American soldiers and later serve as a home for veterans or allied use, reflecting wartime lessons and Yankee practicality.
Based on Associated Press dispatch from Rome on December 10, observations show that Italian forces retook trenches east of Caposile on the Piave line after the Asiago battle suspended. French troops hold key positions along the front aiding Italian morale. German attempts to break through to Bretna Valley repelled with heavy enemy losses.
Berlin dispatch reports Hungarian Infantry in Piace Delk stormed the Italian Bridgehead on the Sile river east of Caposile and captured over 200 prisoners, signaling a sharp advance in the sector amid ongoing efforts.
Washington December 10 The selective draft act is upheld in a government brief urging the Supreme Court to dismiss nine cases challenging the law. The brief says conscription is the normal method of raising armies and cites repeated court rulings upholding its legality.
A Chicago dispatch reports drought destroying livestock and crops across the Southwest. Charles McCarthy, Hoover relief aide, says losses hit 496 million dollars and up to two million cattle could die if aid is delayed. Cotton seed cake and forage were seized in Texas while over 100,000 cattle moved to Oklahoma and Kansas. many remaining cattle are too weak to walk and most western Texas sheep are dead or dying.
Local listing notes old papers available for purchase at The Empire office located at Second and Main streets. Contact details not provided. Limited quantities may apply.
New York City December 10 club owners managers and other baseball figures arrived for preliminary talks ahead of the National League meeting scheduled for tomorrow. Debates focus on war related issues including spring training trips and player limits.
Alaska Gold at 2 percent American Wine at 12 and three quarters Butte and Superior at 16 and 44 China at 42 Nevada at 18 Ray at 25 Utah at 77 The report lists latest closing prices for several stocks with varied changes.
New York December 10 railroads propose diverting all food destined for troops in France to Gulf of Mexico ports for overseas shipment. The move aims to ease freight congestion on lines serving the Atlantic seaboard.
Secretary Baker warns in his weekly review that Germany has massed its greatest army along the western front and the United States must hasten military preparations. He ties this plan to the Russian defeat at Tannenberg and the armistice with a Russian faction enabling Germany to push plans forward.
Gen Hindenburg and Gen von Ludendorff reportedly lead iceman troops at Cambrai. Secretary Baker says the British counter offensive succeeded, recapturing less than a third of territory taken earlier by Gen Byng. American engineers swapped shovels for rifles and aided in defense with British forces.
In Los Angeles on December 10 three alleged pacifists were sentenced in police court to six months in jail and a $1200 fine on the charge of disorderly conduct. Two of the defendants were pastors and the third a layman.
Yakima valley crops this year total value 26,572,270 dollars, up 10 million from last year, with fruit at 9,142,290 dollars from 14,000 carloads, 20,000 acres newly sown to grain, and cereals valued at 2,224,870 dollars. Wheat 600,000 bushels, corn 840,000, barley 360,000, oats 480,000, potato 84,000 tons, hay 400,600 tons.
Spokane December 10 As a partial solution to the high cost of living an organization known as the Associated benevolent fraternal church and labor groups have taken steps to lease a coal mine near Missoula Montana to provide fuel for this winter Plans also plan to obtain a 600 acre tract of burned over land in this state where about 6000 cords of dead wood are standing
Col D C Jackling, noted mining magnate, sails for Washington to direct wartime production of cincitrotubus, a super powerful explosive aiding the Allies. He will draw a salary of one dollar per year for his government service and devote his full effort to creating what is regarded as the most powerful explosive yet.
Washington dispatch notes that after war measures, Congress turns to domestic issues. The railroad takeover, possible presidential address, and looming actions on woman suffrage and prohibition are highlighted. A poll suggests suffrage defeat and prohibition victory.
Washington reports congress back in session with renewed focus on domestic issues. Senate debates the Webb export bill expected to pass this week while the House prepares to start work and push appropriation bills and other measures pending.
Washington December 10 W J Showalter in a National Geographic Society bulletin stresses steel industry central to the war effort. He notes 1914 employment surpasses combined Nevada Arizona New Mexico and Wyoming, capital invested exceeds Switzerland’s wealth, and 1914 steel output valued $1 billion more than Portugal. He asserts without American steel German submarines would have ruled the seas.
Halifax reports wholesale arrests of German residents by police amid naval tensions. Crew members of the Iloma were seized yesterday and claim the French munition steamer Mont Blanc caused the collision rather than their vessel.
In Halifax on December 10 the deck cargo of the British steamer Pitcot loaded with ammunition caught fire. A Halifax rifle company boarded the burning ship and hurled the cargo overboard, halting the blaze long enough for the vessel to sail and be sunk at sea.
British naval authorities have detained the survivors of the Norwegian steamship Soma after it rammed the French ammunition ship Mont Blanc. They were moved to a cruiser pending admiralty inquiry. Captain Lamedes and Pilot McKay of the Mont Blanc will also be arrested.
Ottawa will immediately appropriate 1,000,000 for Halifax relief with a goal to raise 25,000,000 if needed. Mayor Martin reports non residents are removed from aiding relief amid food shortages as torrential rains and a 50 mile gale batter the city leaving thousands homeless. The American consul general notes Theo Fisher was cut by flying glass.
In Seattle on December 10 the Canadian Club gathered at a mass meeting and raised 5000 dollars for Halifax relief. The group still aims to reach a total of 28000 dollars.
Revised figures show 1200 known dead and 2000 unaccounted for with 900 unidentified dead, 8000 wounded, 25000 homeless in Halifax. The update outlines the continuing aftermath as relief works expand across the city and surrounding areas.
London dispatch reports that the Portugal revolution has led to the formation of a new cabinet.
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