03 Jul 1917
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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1917
Page
1
United States dispatch reports East St Louis unrest after a white mob attacked a Negro settlement following a private detective’s killing. Three Negroes died and multiple dwellings were wrecked as police and militiamen restored order. further troops were sent amid feared renewed violence.
President Wilson issues final instructions to federal district draft boards outlining duties to draft eligible men impartially. Exemptions include ministers students divinity, officers, aliens with first papers, and those in specified industries. others may be discharged or enrolled in reserve.
American Ambassador Francis plans a large July 4th celebration in Petrograd to honor Russian liberty. Efforts to align the Russian republic’s birthday with the United States’ national day gain wide public support among Russian officials and citizens alike, with a major event probable.
All kinds of stamped goods in various sets and nightgowns offered at reduced prices. Items include mitts, pillows, runners, bags and other novelties with discounts from three to seven fifty. A few evening dresses also on bargain. Mrs J Wanger Millinery Second Avenue opposite Gourtheurs.
Lillian Gish, Wilfred Lucas, and Rozsika Dolly star in The Lilly and the Rose a five part Triangle Dream presentation. The story centers on the sex problem with Rozsika Dolly performing a famous Venus style dance including one on the beach. The show is expected to draw packed houses.
Meeting of the Auto Club Friday evening July 6 at 7 30 at J F Hobbes office Members requested to attend Dance at Eagle hall Fourth of July 9 30 p m Admission Gentlemen 1 00 Ladies free Fresh eggs 7 5 per dozen and chickens at Prosser's Harness Shop Phone Black 5 Subscribe to the Nugget now.
The Fourth of July committee met at Polet store to refine Nome's Independence day program. It promises a grand parade at 11 am with schoolchildren and autos at 10:30, a Bar racks square program at 2 pm featuring the Declaration reading, orchestral numbers, a flag drill, and an America singalong, plus sports and potential marine participation from the coast guard cutter Bear.
Washington reports administration chiefs accusing opponents of obstructing the food control bill by filibuster tactics. They began issuing petitions to secure two thirds of senators to invoke the gag rule, aiming to force rapid action this week amid vowed obstruction and new “willful men” groups before final votes.
The marriage of Alfred J. Lomen and Mildred Lehmann will be held at the Congregational church on Friday July 6 at eight o clock in the evening. Friends are invited.
Jones, secretary of the Royal Order of Moose, reports admission to Mooseheart for six Davison children from Alaska. Governors say Mooseheart favors orphans, but the Davisons are not strictly eligible. entry hinges on local lodge approval and transportation arrangements. The home emphasizes industrial training and practical Gotten Route methods to shape good citizens.
Berlin acknowledges the capture of Koniseh in Galicia as part of renewed eastern front operations. The War Office says offenses continue in the Lemberg sector with no major shifts in Austrian lines while Soviet and German forces deploy massive artillery and simultaneous attacks.
Vienna dispatches report General von Hindenberg growing alarmed by a large Russian offensive on the eastern front. He is said to have moved from his western headquarters to the east to direct a German counteroffensive to save Lemberg. Teutonic reports indicate Russian gains in Galicia causing German concern despite official attempts to minimize the threat.
An official war statement reports a large Italian air raid on Trieste yesterday. Bombs damaged railway stations and fortifications, destroying gun emplacements and forcing extensive repairs. The raid appears retaliation for Austrian air raids on Venice, with aircraft returning to base after the mission.
Secretary Redfield announced that the government plans to seize privately owned shipping for national use. He indicated imminent action and said a statement would urge U S shipowners to ready to turn over vessels if called upon. A census of American shipping has been completed to identify eligible vessels.
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