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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1917
Page
1
A foreign affairs expose details Count von Bernstorff's plans to authorize $50,000 through Congress for German propaganda. Officials say German official funds supported antiwar efforts in the U S and implicate several lawmakers, prompting calls to root out alleged influence operations.
The German government replies to the Vatican peace note with a cordial desire for a favorable outcome. Emperor Wilhelm and Emperor Charles of Austria express hope that belligerents will back a peace plan rooted in arms reduction and international law.
Washington reports the U S war deficiency bill totaling about 000,000 for the army, ships, and related programs cleared the house in broad support. It moves to the senate where action is expected. Republicans push for tightened oversight and possible amendments, while leaders seek quick adjournment.
Washington reports a rebuke from Gen. Frank McIntyre after a publication revealed details of U S Army units landed in France. The War Department warns such disclosures threaten U S soldiers and ongoing war operations.
The Aero Club of America backs Major R Perretti’s idea to deliver American aircraft to the western front by air and goes further proposing a direct strike on the Kiel base from the United States or allied air routes.
President Wilson sent nominations to the Senate naming Judge William G C Adamson of Georgia as general appraiser of merchandise at the port of New York and Byron H R Newton of New York as collector of customs for New York with Daniel C Roper of South Carolina to be commissioner of Internal Revenue.
Douglas Arizona September 24 The Mexican treasury department warns that if Cannes Consolidated Copper company does not resume operations within a month the government will confiscate its property.
Stockholm Sept 24 reports the Germania the leading organ of the Catholic center party has been suppressed by German authorities until further notice, after dispatch from Serlin gay.
Argentina severs diplomatic ties with Germany after a U boat sank ships, amid a crisis sparked by Secretary Lansing revealing Doane Lusborg activities. Buenos Aires police and consulate reactions peak as Germany faces demands for satisfaction.
The document lists costs from a wartime appropriation bill detailing transport, subsistence, clothing, ordnance, ammunition, armored vehicles, naval stores, and emergency funds. It notes authorization increases and specific project totals such as fortifications and vessel-related costs, reflecting a broad defense funding package.
Washington September 20 Secretary Baker and War Department chiefs told the Senate Appropriations Committee they need 27,416,000 more to equip a total National Army of 2,300,000 as mobilization proceeds nationwide.
Washington September 24 American steel producing interests are earning about 160 percent on their investment federal trade commissioner Joseph Davies told the Senate Interstate Commerce Committee.
Four regiments of Negro stevedores are being organized in New York for service in France. Commissioned officers of the regiments will be white men. Announcement comes from Lieut. ML A. Kerwin dated Sept 24.
British troops press the Belgian front with reported penetrations toward Zeebrugge and Nieuport. Allied operations disrupt German submarine bases from Zeebrugge to Nieuwport as Crown Prince Rupprecht's Bavarian forces suffer efforts along the front. Civilians are reportedly used by military authorities along the frontier.
Washington reports that 27480 men will be denied homes and begin mobilization on Wednesday. Only five percent are expected to be in camp. white troops lead, with colored troops to be mustered where tents are scarce. General Crowder outlines appeals process for exemptions. district boards decide most claims, with governor review for certain dependents.
Washington announces a new international committee to distribute available sugar supplies. Members include Sir Joseph White-Toh John Y Drake Earl D Pabse and William A Jamison with George M Ralph as fifth member. Beet sugar producers sign contract setting maximum price. retail prices likely to drop.
Chicago won the toss for opening game of the world championship series with dates fixed by the National Baseball Commission. Oct 6 in Chicago and Oct 7, Oct 9 and 10 in New York, Oct 12 in Chicago, and Oct 15 in New York. Umpires named O Laughlin Eyang Klec Ritter. An exhibition game may be staged in Rockford Camy Mills Mineola or Mineola L I.
Government reports show August coal production fell by over 3 million tons raising fears of a winter shortage. Officials warn demand may outstrip supply for industry though domestic use could be met with some shortages in bituminous coal.
The first non upgent of American civilian physicians and surgeons has arrived in London. They are being detailed for duty in various hospitals in London and England.
London September 22 It is learned that Great Britain will not approve any application for a safe conduct for Count von Luxburg the German minister to Argentina.
Ackville Cit September 2 1917 Secretary Baker declared in a keynote before the Rest war emiterence of the chamber of commerce of the United States that American business supports the war to make the world safe for democracy. About 2000 business leaders from across the nation cheered as he pledged the country, soldiers, industry, and labor to the great struggle to free Europe.
Washington September 29 President Wilson approved an agreement by the War Industries Board guaranteeing copper at 24 14 cents a pound for the United States government its fires and the public to obtain. The statement says departments will act against mines and plants of those who balked the agreement aims to keep wages in copper industry from falling from their already high level.
Annapolis Mi September 24 records at the Naval Academy fell as the new academic year began with 3442 midshipmen present. Many attendees were fourth class cadets.
New York reports that Yom Kippur synagogue services will be interrupted for an appeal by the Jewish relief committee to raise one million dollars for Jewish war sufferers. The plan aims to fund relief efforts and aid affected families and communities.
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