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Newspaper
The Review
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1917
Page
2
Washington lawmakers return from Christmas to labor through a crowded agenda. Railroad legislation and revenue deficits dominate the push to complete nine remaining appropriation bills before adjournment. The House has already passed five and plans night sessions. officials warn an extra session hinges on railroad measures.
German factories push massive output of field guns howitzers and machine guns for 1917. Universal labor service mobilizes manpower while Sayville reports thousands of guns per week and intensified artillery plans. Front lines fear Entente breakthroughs against a steel wall of fire.
Verona New Jersey reports General Edward Lewis Hayes longtime Republican and cousin of Rutherford B. Hayes died at his home at age 97 on Friday December 28 A Civil War veteran he served as major colonel and brigadier general with the One Hundredth Ohio Volunteers He fought in 30 battles and endured 11 months as a Libby prisoner He governed North Carolina for about nine months during Reconstruction and attended Lincoln's 1860s nomination convention.
Count von Bernstorff states Germany accepts Wilson's proposed terms and would reveal its conditions at a conference. He notes Berlin aims for an immediate conference and rejects public term declarations, while Washington hopes negotiations hasten the war's end.
Washington Comptroller Williams announced that resources of national banks rose by over 4 billion dollars in the last two years, totaling 15.52 billion. The gain places U S resources above the combined totals of major European and Japanese banks.
Teutonic Allies tighten grip on Braila the Danube oil and grain hub after Filipechti and Rimnik-Sarat fall. Dobruja army guns hammer Russo-Rumanian bridgehead at Matchin as operations press eastward.
The Spectator outlines Allied demands starting from the prewar status, calling for evacuation of northern France Belgium Luxembourg and other lands. It proposes Alsace Lorraine to France, shifts of Schleswig Holstein and Posen, a new Balkan kingdom, a Bohemian state, expanded Poland, and ceding Constantinople to Russia with external protection for Syria and Mesopotamia. The plan includes German indemnities, in kind ship reparations, redistribution of the navy, democratization of Germany, and neutralization of the Kiel canal under an international commission.
Hearings reopened by the Federal Trade Commission on newsprint prices ended abruptly as paper manufacturers refused to discuss price reasonableness. The commission plans to issue a report to Congress in about 10 days and may seek supervision of distribution if a shortage is found.
In Mexico City a decree requires foreigners who own real estate mining oil timber lands to renounce treaty rights by April 15 regarding those properties. The decree, issued over four months ago, mandates citizenship for rights tied to property.
Special circulars sent to about 400 000 railroad workers assign responsibility for next steps in the Adamson act dispute. The action was announced by William G. Lee, president of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen, after a meeting of the four brotherhood chiefs in New York.
Washington reports Germany’s reply to Wilson’s note as advancing the peace movement though no terms are stated. Berlin says an immediate exchange of views and a meeting at a neutral place could begin the work of preventing future wars after the present conflict ends.
Luis Cabrera, chairman of the Mexican delegation on the Mexican American point commission, said no time limit has been fixed for General Carranza to accept or reject the protocol proposed at Atlantic City. He noted there was no understanding during sessions giving American commissioners power to impose a deadline.
Washington plans a grand naval demonstration to mark American acquisition of the Danish West Indies. Officials expect the Atlantic fleet to assemble at St Thomas to participate in the celebration. Denmark’s Minister Brun informs the state department that the sale treaty has been approved.
General Carranza appeals for modifications to the protocol for U S troop withdrawal from Mexico. Mexican and American officials discuss suggested changes with Lane Mott and Gray to be reviewed in a joint commission session. Carranza had urged unconditional withdrawal, but the Americans resist. The stance shift is attributed to new military realities in northern Mexico.
Railroads and four railway brotherhoods break off talks over the eight hour wage schedule as the Adamson act nears its January 1 implementation.双方 refuse further meetings until the Supreme Court rules on constitutionality amid disputes over wage scales and lawsuits delaying payment.
A California Press Association committee reports support for higher subscription and advertising rates to offset rising newsprint costs. Sacramento sources note the move aims to stabilize the industry finances amid cost pressures.
Washington reports President Wilson would veto the $28,000,000 public buildings bill if it reaches his desk in its current form. Advocates plan to seek a house rule for consideration after Christmas recess. He has not ruled on the rivers and harbors bill introduced by Chairman Sparkman.
Berlin reports Captain Valentiner of a German submarine is awarded the Order of Merit for sinking 128 ships totaling 282000 tons. The record includes a French gunboat a troop transport four war material laden steamers and a French convoy of 14 coal steamers.
An old advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as a fast, harmless remedy for indigestion and stomach upset. It claims relief within five minutes and urges readers to buy a fifty cent case from any drug store. The piece also cites Dr. Simon N. Patten on earnings gaps between college graduates and untrained workers.
A 1908 Savannah advertisement extols Tetterine as a cure for ring worm eczema and many skin ailments. It notes Tetterine 60c and Tetterine Soap 25c, with mail orders offering a free box of liver pills from Shuptrine Co. Savannah.
Italian guns are produced from Sardinian iron mined 2000 years ago by Romans for legions. The piece notes the reuse of ancient ore to arm nations opposed to rival tribes and mentions a trial of a Roman Eye Balsam for inflamed eyes. A parlor philosopher quote contrasts with a counter remark.
Grove's Tasteless chill tonic is advertised as a general tonic with quinine and iron. It claims to act on the liver drive out malaria enrich the blood and bolster the whole system for 50 cents.
A man worries about shopping with his wife and seeks a way out. His friend suggests escaping by flirting with a captivating female clerk to be sent back to the office early, framing it as a clever repayment.
Bold promotion claims heavy shiny hair with one application of Danderine. Warns dandruff robs hair of lustre and causes itching, root damage, and shedding, urging readers to buy a 25 cent bottle from drug stores.
A quoted exchange hints at a judge urging leniency and a defendant seeking freedom to catch the World Series next year. The brief appears as a humorous or literary nugget with dates implied but not explicit. The piece centers on desire for time and leisure within a legal frame.
The notice advertises a free gold ring claim linked to a baby base product and mail coupon. it asserts the ring is guaranteed in proper size and mailed to the recipient. It also mentions a cure for bowel complaints and teething troubles and notes states spend large sums on roads.
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