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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1917
Page
4
A harsh critique condemns mob violence after the hanging of Frank Little, urging strict enforcement of law and order. It argues that mobs, sparked by an unreasoning leader, harm society and threaten democratic government while praising lawful processes and warning against repeating such incidents.
The article reports President Wilson clinching a second victory as Congress ends a 24 hour stalemate over whether to create war expenditures committees. Democrats split with one senator opposing, while three supported the president. The conflict centers on provisions of the food bill and prohibition of certain manufacturing during wartime.
A fragmented note argues for exempting religious objectors from combat while supporting their war-time service in noncombat roles. It notes many objectors are native-born Americans and questions how the draft law can balance liberty with national duty during wartime.
The text argues for national wartime organization using scientific efficiency and suggests not all young men belong in the military. It urges Congress to consider alternative services and to address antiwar sentiment in shaping a universal draft measure.
Prohibition, a long debated issue, moves to state legislatures as the federal amendment path stalls. The Senate resolution pushes six year votes by states, with two thirds of each federal house needing approval before state ratification. Historic amendments show few changes, as public opinion and territorial dry laws shape the outcome.
An interwar article notes Kaiser Wilhelm II summoning war leaders in a Berlin council to discuss the Teutonic drive against the Allied Flanders offensive. It suggests naval and U‑boat pressure on the North Sea and questions the Allies’ defensive posture and the German leadership’s aim to bolster contingencies amid prior assaults.
Fragmentary report suggests Norway presses to secure food imports from the United States to avert shortages while pledging that none would reach Germany. On exchange, Norway offers to release one million tons of shipping. The policy impacts other neutral neutrals as events unfold.
The Saturday Evening Post cites Carl W. Ackerman arguing that Germany could endure longer if Norway Sweden Denmark and Holland supplied food while neutral nations sold to Berlin. He warns US action to withhold foods could harm Germany but notes Norway seeks relief to release tonnage and US concessions may be viewed as aiding German aims.
The piece argues the war is not a pure clash of democracy against autocracy. It notes autocratic elements fight on both sides, cites England and Russia, and asserts the conflict centers on opposing autocratic and militaristic regimes. It emphasizes the goal of making the world safe for democracy as stated by President Wilson.
Washington release shows German Empire knew of Austria's ultimatum to Serbia before delivery and had a copy hours earlier. The White House and State Department kept silent to preserve innocence claims while German officials denied foreknowledge. The expose challenges Germany's wartime rhetoric and claims of restraint in submarine warfare.
The article argues that the U boat torpedoing of the Jarettania shows not only derailed orders but a broader flaw in Germany's reliability. It contends that peace talks with a government capable of such behavior are untenable and that trust in the German nation is now as unstable as a newborn babe.
chaotic Petrograd scene as Kerenuky faces internal dissent over government unity. Resignation rumors follow the assassination of General Medel and the purge of ministers Tehernom and Gurke. A sweeping housecleaning aims to restore order, but tensions persist amid calls for reform and stability.
The article warns readers about fabricated war stories spread to scare Americans. Secretary Hale denies a claimed American troop transport incident and caution against believing sensational rumors from German agents. It urges skepticism and warns of harm from misinformation.
A daughter was born Friday morning to Mr and Mrs Frank Kirby of Center ottet. A cow was born Friday to Mr and Mrs Walter Grubb of this city. A daughter was born Wednesday to Mr and Mrs Harry Beacon of Academia. A daughter was born Thursday to Mr and Mrs C F Parmer of Fredericktown. A daughter was born Thursday to Mr and Mrs Ste. Martin Daston of Kyarta. The Northwestern Shows will enter in a parade for a carnival event guided by The Daily Banner, marching to the carnival grounds behind the band.
Knox county draft exemptions loom as the exemption board readies to process hundreds of claims. Local officials expect 160 to 200 men to be called, with each applicant examined at Clark Devin's office and then by a court, amid government support from the county prosecutor to verify truth of claims.
Vielvea M Staith and others are named in a notice of sale in a real estate foreclosure case in the Knox County Court of Common Pleas at Mount Vernon Ohio. The sale is set for September 1, 1917, at the courthouse, with details of parcels, terms, and interested parties listed in the public notice.
Fragmentary report recalls Tom Flinn’s death last Monday and notes Finn’s Democratic ties. It mentions Reverend Le We Muthane and a hatless Manuthane figure, with local context implied but details unclear.
A 1917 notice sets an auction at the Vernon County court house for property in the Stated sold by Connie Ohta and others. The document lists tract measurements, boundaries, and legal descriptions, with dates and locations in Ohio and Wisconsin context.
Fragmentary local report shows Father Mulhane urging a Republican vote and reactions from a man named Merri in a democracy debate. The text also mentions Meri returning to Fredericktown after time with Alva Bryan, indicating a period of political persuasion and social movement amid a busy prompt.
Mrs G A Armtrong of St Helena California left for Washington DC Thursday after a visit with Mr and Mrs G W Armtrong of this city. Tod Hamlett and Benton Hartett of derly went to Toledo Friday to spend a few days with relatives. Miss Linggene Shockey returned to Lima after a week with Miss Helen Daring and Maud Held.
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