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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1917
Page
1
Washington crowd cites absence of OWIO officials at Lotley hearing before the Senate. Colver and party pressed for action on federal livestock regulation amid ongoing tension and delayed testimony. The session addressed production tallies and related policy shifts, with attendees noting the delays and unresolved questions.
Fragmentary OCR describes a court case in Waushon Ohio dated 27 May. It mentions Aloy Penton and Mrs. Fenton in a defense context related to an alleged crime against a wife named Grave. The text references a direct examination and prior statements, with scattered names and phrases.
The government to seize railroads with director general and ICC oversight. Wages for workers to rise while executives face pay cuts. Government to issue securities at no less than 4 percent with earnings over an agreed amount to the state. A large fund may be appropriated for rolling stock. Some rail leaders oppose the plan but passage moves forward.
The brotherhood leaders traveled to the White House this afternoon to discuss shifts in rail relations amid government operation. They questioned whether Director General McAdoo will negotiate with workers amid the pending demand for a 40 percent wage increase.
Report from Hostis where a spokesman declares that railway workers are loyal soldiers. The event, tied to presidental statements, centers on the Minouneement and national railroad control amid ongoing government plans.
Fragmented OCR text shows Cleveland notes and lake division mentions with unclear names and figures. Main readable fact is a report about a lake division leading country standings, mentioning trades, totals around 2808, and various names. Specifics are garbled. summary preserves the core claim of a lake division leading country and irregular data points.
Canton news reports a rear end collision between two interurban cars near Were last night. Six dead and others seriously injured as authorities probe air brake failure and possible motorman fault amid the wreck.
Rome dispatch says British and Italian forces shot down eleven Austro German airplanes in a major air clash near Treviso, north of Venice, during an unsuccessful bombing attempt. The Italian war office issued the official announcement.
A board of administration will develop practical standards for rural colonies and plan to place arable land in the hands of those who will cultivate it after the war. Congress will take up the issue after the holidays.
London telegram reports the British steamer Oly of Nagpur wrecked in a bay off Mortugues East Afeten. All crew and passengers were saved along with the cargo. The incident prompted rescue efforts byjn London dispatches.
A veteran worker with the Valley Traction Company, aged 71, died after long illness from heart trouble. The man, associated with traction service for many years, passed away at his home in Columbus after a brief illness. He was known for his dedication to the transportation utility and service to the community. The funeral arrangements are pending.
In Columbus on December 2, the first action of the food administration restricted flour hoarding. Fred C. Croxton ordered residents who bought large supplies to return excess to the channels of trade, keeping only enough for nine months to a year for daily needs.
London dispatch says over 900 members of the German minority Socialist party were arrested Christmas Eve by German military authorities, according to a Wireless Press release.
The article reports on the wooden shipbuilding program, portraying it as nearly a failure. It notes testimony by officials during a congressional inquiry about the program's decline, with figures from a defense department project and the impact on naval construction.
Washington story fragment notes clothing orders not followed up for taunts deliveries. A poultry dealer comments on raised chickens and public scavenging. Unclear details and multiple garbled names appear in the fragment.
Acceptance of the Russian proposal for peace without annexations or indemnities is reported from a peace conference. Central powers demand that Russia and its allies honor terms honestly, while the Austro‑Hungarian foreign minister urges self‑definition within existing laws. The United States and Entente reject Bolshevik rule, and German peace aims face doubt as measures abroad hinge on joint compliance and national self‑determination.
Washington dispatch reports doubts about Count Czernin's veracity amid tense diplomacy. The Cable for The Be wed notes conflicting signals from Austrian officials as talks with United States advisers continue.
Cincinnati December 27 The board of governors of Hebrew Union College censures Dr Gotthard Beutsch the faculty member who faced a United States judge inquiry over his wartime stance The action comes after a board meeting in which Beutsch was deemed to have violated college policy and were supported by the faculty.
Washington dispatch reports Greece desires ten citizens to join American forces, a step tied to the broader aid mission. The move signals political alignment and potential penalties for Greeks supporting foreign powers, highlighting pressure on volunteers amid the wartime context.
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