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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1917
Page
1
A chaotic outbreak described as a riot by Slavic prisoners triggers reports of widespread murders and a plot to attack officials. The article links the unrest to efforts to plunder and loot, with women reportedly forced toward the front.
Petrograd reports that the so called Command of Death, the women’s regiment led by wounded officer Len Buitehkaroff, was approved by Minister Keren today. The unit will leave for the front in two weeks, raising hopes in the Minsk sector.
June 21 report: martial law proclaimed in Tomsk western region after pardoned offenders joined anarchist forces. Fifteen pardoned criminals arrested with about 500. Twenty killed and many wounded as banks, leaders attacked. Police later routed about four hundred associates from hideouts following the crackdown.
Dispatches from Petrograd report the congress of soviet delegates and workmen's delegates voting to restore confidence in the provisional government and demand immediate resumption of the offensive. A cabinet including army officers and technical representatives is formed to reorganize the army.
Chicago reports flour aid at 2.40 less per barrel than the prior week. Standard spring wheat and bakers' brands now 12.10 per barrel. The drop reflects easing costs in the grain markets as bakers adjust pricing.
In Fall River Massachusetts on June 21 St Clair Sutton a young Southern man received a court hearing on murder charges. He alleges he killed Mark Phelps in a knife duel near Nusset Woods on June 9 claiming self defense. Southern mill workers contributed to his defense and offered testimony.
In Washington D C on June 21 1917 the summer season officially begins at 7 06 pm Washington time marking the longest day of the year. The sun crosses the Tropic of Cancer today with sunrise at 4 59 am and sunset at 8 07 pm, yielding over fifteen hours of daylight.
Nationwide Red Cross fundraising shows about half the $100 million goal raised by midweek. Reports to national headquarters indicate $45.5 million pledged, with over twenty five cities already surpassing their full campaign allocations.
Washington June 21. A government report says corn meal and water do not preserve vegetables. A starter used to start lactic acid fermentation in silage potatoes is not a preserving ferment. For home use vinegar is preferred to inhibit harmful bacteria while fermentation begins.
Washington reports the house moved debate on the food control bill swiftly under the five minute rule and passage looks assured for a vote on Saturday.
Washington June 21 The appointment of J F Shaughnessy of Nevada to the Interstate Commerce Commission was urged upon the president today by Chairman Newlands of the Senate Commerce Committee.
As committees work through the afternoon and noon, about $8008 has been collected, with $7008 from Pocatello and the remainder from surrounding precincts. Idaho towns push for $20,000 by Saturday night while Dr. J A Dickinson appeals to citizens to support the Red Cross drive. A meeting at 8 pm will feature a dozen speakers in an open air session to raise $1900 for the cause.
Washington on June 21 reports the senate finance committee decided to extend the excess profits tax in the war revenue bill to individuals in trade or business, as well as to corporations and partnerships. An additional 100 million dollars in revenue is expected from individuals.
Washington dispatch reports Congress misappropriated 100000 for Governor Harding of the Panama Canal Zone instead of 10000 in the sundry civil bill. The error arose from an extra cipher and will require congressional action to correct.
Recruiting today brought fourteen new enlistees across stations with the army taking most. Captain Watson of Salt Lake district enlisted six for the quartermasters reserve corps. New volunteers include Orval Blackney Daniel J. Kenney Guy Harvey Stanley Cleare William McLachlan Henry Blanchard Archibald Cusworth Vernon Hall Raymond Taylor Evert Koops plus four navy electors for radio duties and shore needs.
Stockholm reports Dr Max Goldferb of the American Socialists states the US Socialist party remains neutral and international. He proposes a permanent Socialist committee to pursue permanent peace and a Congress of national representatives to settle issues of the war.
Suffragists displayed banners accusing Wilson and Root of deceiving Russia and demanding women’s enfranchisement. A large crowd tore the banners from carriers, with cries of traitors. Police intervened as banners were raised and pulled down repeatedly.
J A Tupper was wounded yesterday by a 32 calibre revolver while cleaning it in the basement of his home shared with Mrs Parry Harrison. The ball entered the abdominal cavity and lodged in a lung. surgery did not recover the missile. He is recovering well with no serious complications expected.
Washington dispatch reports Spain described as fully tranquil by Spanish ambassador Juan Riano. The statement claims perfect material and moral condition prevailing in Spain.
Chicago June 21 Stockholders of the Rock Island met and affirmed the reorganization plan. No other business was transacted. Directors will meet in a few days to elect a president. Rumor places James Gorman as likely choice, serving as chief executive under the receiver.
The M. P. and M. team beat Round House 13 to 4 in a Short Line league game, with Lamar of M. P. & M. collecting two hits and two runs. Adolph and Reran of the Clerks hit homeruns as clerks won. eleven errors by Round House aided the loss. Tonight Store Department faces Car Department, risking a three way tie for leadership. Standing listed.
Ball players pledge Liberty bonds to support the war effort with Chief Meyers of the Brooklyn club taking over $10,000 and Bennie Kauff $6000. Philadelphia’s Pat Moran leads the team with $1000, as all members commit to substantial subscriptions.
New York on June 21 reports the Rockefeller Foundation has donated 5,000,000 dollars to the Red Cross. The gift aims to support humanitarian relief and disaster response programs.
Heavy fighting on the Aisne front in northern France sees French entrenchments hold after advances in the spring campaign. German reinforcements from the Russian front attacked between the Ailette river and Laffaux mill with a one division assault, but French lines resisted with only limited penetration and later recaptured most of the ground.
New York June 20 Claus Spreckles acquires the stores holdings of Clarence Mackey and W W Cook in the Federal Sugar Refining company. Mackay invites shareholders to join in the stock’s fate as the purchase is supposed to give Spreckles control of the Federal.
The complaint alleges AL Williams, an employee of Trist Automobile, took a car from in front of the West Center garage. J B Trist swore out a complaint and a warrant was issued. Preston authorities report they have the man in custody and he will be brought to the city soon.
Louisville hosts the American Library Association annual conference with librarians from the United States and Canada. Sessions run through much of the week to discuss library service during the war and identify the wisest ways libraries can contribute to the national effort.
Emma Goldman and Alexander Barkman were indicted in New York on conspiring to cause young men to resist registration for the draft. They pleaded not guilty and were held on a $25,000 bail.
Denver June 21 Elvado a town in northwestern New Mexico escaped total ruin as fire did limited damage estimated at 5000 dollars. Advices from McPhee and Mellinnity quoted. The report notes no collapse of the town despite fears.
New York reports a deadly clash in Tambov province between government troops and supporters of the new Kirsanov republic. Cable to the Jewish Forward says several killed and many wounded as rebels refuse to recognize Petrograd authority.
Mexico City and across the nation marked June 21 as a national holiday of the semi centennial of the 1867 seizure of the City of Mexico by Porfirio Diaz forces. Public ceremonies featured Twenty guns, flag hoisting, parades, and a reception by Vice President Carranza. The article notes Juarez’s provisional presidency after Maximilian’s execution and the capital’s defense under Count von Khevenhuller and Diaz’s siege.
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