28 Jun 1917
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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1917
Page
1
In Butte on June 27 former Senator Clark, owner of major copper mines, refused to recognize the newly organized Metal Mine Workers Union. He warned he would flood every mine under his control rather than concede. Federal mediators struggle to avert a strike threatening nation’s copper supply as miners may shut down indefinitely.
General Pershing will hold supreme command of American troops arriving in France, operating independently but in cooperation with French and British leaders Haig and Petain. The first contingent will likely man a section of the battle line as more U S troops arrive. France greets the troops with wild enthusiasm as newspapers highlight their expected role in the western front.
Six German diplomats who arrived from South America were refused landing by the government. They must seek other routes to reach Germany as they attempt to bypass the allied blockade. The group had hoped for passage through the United States but are now blocked with limited options.
Washington reports the Senate approved a daylight saving measure by Senator Calder of New York, setting clocks forward one hour in summer. The House is expected to act soon and enact the regulation nationwide.
Graduation diplomas were handed to 199 midshipmen by Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels. The class marks the navy’s second graduation in three months. Attendees included the secretary of war, senators, congressmen, and foreign diplomats. The new officers will be assigned to naval posts immediately.
Seattle June 28 Federal officials announce strict enforcement of the government resolution prohibiting liquor shipments into dry territories. The move aims to render Washington fully dry regardless of the referendum outcome.
Susie at St. Michael, Tanana up Kokrines, Sehwatka up Holy Cross, Davis at Molozi, Seattle No 3 defeated Tolovana, Sarah up Kotlik. Alaska at Hot Springs. Reliance at Gibbon. Gibbon, June 28, 1917.
Canadian forces surged through hurricane shelling to reach the very outskirts of Lens after driving Germans from forward rock positions. The assault opened early today under British artillery protection with intense fighting and minimal casualties as Germans defended mine pit and tunnel fortifications.
Washington reports the senate aims to grant President Wilson full sway over the food question and determine prohibition on light wines and beer. Debate escalates as opposition lines form on whisky bans and a probe into brewing beer. Fresh eggs 75 cents per dozen and chickens advertised from Prosser's Harness Shop.
Washington June 28 An absolute embargo on all unauthorized wheat and wheat product shipments from the United States to ten foreign ports awaits President Wilson’s signature to become law. The order bans dispatches without government clearance, with a likely presidential signing this afternoon and immediate effect under the food control measures before Congress.
American organized labor refuses to participate in a trades union conference to be held in Switzerland next September. Labor leaders say the conference would include delegates from certain nations and central powers to discuss peace demands, a move viewed as influenced by Germany. Invitations have gone to Holland Norway Sweden Finland Germany Austro-Hungary Bulgaria and America. The rejection cites the project as premature and unhelpful, aligning with Gompers and other labor leaders.
Senator Reed’s resolution adopted requests the federal trade commission to explain its failure to issue orders restraining paper and pulp manufacturers from monopolistic practices. It notes continued high prices and urges an immediate report from the commission. Subscribe to Nugget in Nome for $2.00 per month.
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