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Newspaper
The Weekly Times Record
Location
Valley City, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1918
Page
8
The Hague May 1 Princepe who killed Archduke Franz Ferdinand at Sarajevo and helped trigger the great war died Tuesday at Theresienstadt near Prague. This report confirms the long-known links between his act and the outbreak of hostilities.
Secretary Baker will present the government plan for an increased army to the House Military Committee at 10 a.m. tomorrow. The blanket program would authorize the administration to call out men as needed, but Congress must be shown the ability to properly officer clothe and equip the troops before approving the expansion.
Rochester, Minn May 1 Mrs Carrol Irish of Pine Island was killed instantly when the car she rode in plunged over an embankment in Rochester. Her husband suffered a broken arm and her sister was said to have internal injuries.
E C Bridall an organizer for the national non partisan league was taken from the St James Hotel and not found after an all night search. Thirty nine Loyalty League members organized the raid and fled with Bridall in an auto as sheriff deputies pursued. N S Randall another league employee faces trial for disloyalty charged with vetting veniremen for jury duty and reporting farmer opinions to league attorneys.
Washington May 1 The government fixed the price on crude rubber and assumed full control of manufactured stock through a War Trade Commission order effective today It covers manufacturers robber dealers and all Americans to curb tire price spikes Officials say prices are 10 percent lower than yesterday and the move aims to regulate rather than depress prices after speculative rises over the past ten days
E C Bridall organizer of the non partisan league was kidnapped last night and found at Zumbrota ten miles away. He was uninjured though shot at the feet and forced to run. He telephoned from Zumbrota this morning and said he was accused of tampering with veniremen.
In Lorraine near Toul Germans renewed artillery fire on the American sector on Sunday. The American troops answered with a lengthy duel that lasted several hours as Germany seeks to press on the fighting to hamper U S forces in the northern battle.
American soldiers arriving in France rest in training camps and express eagerness to face the Germans. They bond with the French people, with fraternizing reported. Some soldiers have become engaged to French girls and many plan to bring them to the United States after victory.
The British and French forces halted the German onslaught along a ten mile northern front between Meteren and Villers-Breke after a day of intense fighting. The counterattacks by French forces at Villers-Ypres and Loir regained lost ground while Haig described the north line as comparatively quiet today. The German assault was the allies' most desperate effort yet.
New York April 27 jury in the draft law interference case against Max Eastman and editors was excused after failing to reach a verdict since six o clock Thursday. Paris April 27 no change at Hangard Villers front as French war office reports heavy artillery fighting near the Meuse and Verdun.
France March 30 1918 Ben Olson writes to his mother from a woods camp where he works as a cook and plans for trenches. He describes meals with French villagers soldiers and a tense outlook as spring arrives and meat and scarce supplies persist. He notes pay in francs and gifts to locals and mentions a son helping support a widow. He closes with a personal hello to his family.
Harvey Taylor and Attorney Fredrickson refuse to pay after a dinner mishap on Tuesday night. A mix up over soup, fish, roast beef and other courses leads to a sudden table spill burying both men in food. Fredrickson offers to pay if the waiter can identify his plate. the waiter cannot tell. The two men escape with meals free and their lives saved.
Federal urges greatly increased flax acreage to meet war needs for linseed oil in water proofing and preservation. North Dakota South Dakota Minnesota and Montana urged to break new lands seed flax as imports decline and shipping becomes harder. Card of thanks notes bereavement kindness and a Nevada postmark note about heat.
The Daily Last spring the N P grounds park on Main Street saw shrubs planted but died from lack of water. This spring a replanting and revival is urged, hoping the new park board will act. Deputy Engebret Larson left for Minneapolis on No 4. People discuss flour and sugar rationing as wartime retrenchment begins. Sarah Sands, hospital nurse, is headed to France and passed through town. Bonhus notes a train stop in Medora and a May basket shower for bride elect Nora Nelson.
Miss Nelson examined designated occasion items with guests then joined in knitting and visiting. A lunch followed. She has been living with Mr. and Mrs. Thorkelson and the wedding is expected to take place at their home.
Paris reports violent artillery firing in Havre and Noyon sectors and south of the Oise today per the French war office. In Valley City the teacher certificate exams will be held May 9 and 10 at the oil House starting at 3:30 a m. Minnie J Nielsen superintendent Barnes County Schools. SUMMONS STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA Barnes County District Court Alice M Anderson v F T Day and George O Wheatcraft and their unknown heirs defendants You are summoned to answer the complaint within thirty days after service or a default judgment will be taken. The action seeks to confirm title to the N W of Section 14 2 Township 58 in Barnes County The verifier will be on file May 1 Atty for Plaintiff 1st Pub May 2 last Pub June 6.
Gov Burnquist announced the disbanding of the Second Minnesota Field Artillery in St Paul on April 3, following a previous order from Adjutant General Rhinow. The move mirrors recent actions affecting National Guard units and shifts training and organization across the state.
Rome April 29 reports German submarine losses in the past six weeks are double the figures from January and February. The advisory notes reflect a significant intensification of anti submarine warfare and imply growing Allied pressure at sea.
Dr Mellenthin a regular graduate in medicine and surgery licensed by North Dakota visits important towns offering free consultation and examination on this trip except for treatment when desired He does not operate for chronic conditions and has reported many results in stomach liver kidney and other ailments Call or visit 336 Boston Block Minneapolis Minn for details
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