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Newspaper
Twin Falls Chronicle
Location
Twin Falls, Idaho, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1919
Page
2
A periodical page contains a publisher notice from the Twin City Postoffice acknowledging Associated Press dispatch use. It reserves republication rights and lists pricing details of $6.00 and $3.25 with partial illegible text in the margins. The fragmentary OCR indicates publishing rights and subscription terms.
The men who first flew across the Atlantic earned far more than proof of feasibility. Their courage and imagination revived global spirits, inspiring even stay at home folk to face daily work with renewed resolve and a belief that the impossible can be possible.
A fragmented feature envisions eggs dropped from airships during flight, imagining crates falling with precision as a new parachute era begins. It reflects on aviation novelty, motherhood of hens, and the odd juxtaposition of upturned worldviews as progress accelerates.
Port city readers note rising costs strain American households as prices climb across goods and services. Analysts warn lingering inflation could slow commerce and temper consumer demand, impacting local businesses and workers amid ongoing economic pressures.
The article argues that food demand abroad remains strong and will be met whether by government action or private enterprise, as food markets become global. It notes that governments and allies coordinate shipments, but prices reflect what buyers in need countries are willing to pay, potentially disadvantaging food-producing nations and risking greater evils if the market law is challenged.
Germany protests that Allied actions confiscated merchant ships and cut coal and iron supplies, while the Allies reply that German depredations cost far more and that Germany could buy ore and food only if she behaved. The exchange is framed as equal burdens and a warning of harsher plans had Germany won.
Announcement from trustworthy sources says Belgium's king and queen will tour the United States next fall. Their conduct during recent hardships endears them to Americans, who welcome royal guests who share democratic ideals and show devotion to their people.
In June, England faces a marriage age shortage with women outnumbering men two to one. France reports 58 percent of men aged 20 to 31 dead, risking human happiness and birth rates. A suggested solution notes emigration by many young women.
A fragmented excerpt discusses marriage, noting Americans seeking partners abroad amid a flux of European brides. It questions whether American men can find suitable matches and reflects on the wider burden of transatlantic marriages in the era.
The Navy announced Commander Read and his seaplane crew were the first to cross the Atlantic. Secretary Daniels credited the achievement to naval aviators and noted no firm plans for further trans ocean flights. He said the voyage marked the start of long distance aviation tests and potential future missions.
In Washington on May 27 the NC-4, first seaplane to cross the Atlantic, may be deposited in the Smithsonian National Museum. It would join other American “firsts” such as the first heavier-than-air flight, the steam locomotive, the cotton gin, and the typewriter. The national museum already displays an aviator’s history exhibit including Langley’s experiments, the Wright airplane, Curtiss J4 trainer, and the Handley Page battle plane with Liberty engines on view for public education.
Dr J B Adams director of animal industry visited Twin Falls and met sheep inspector J A Lisle. Lisle warned owners to watch for scab and separate any lamb showing symptoms to prevent spread to the flock.
Secretary Daniels told the House naval affairs committee that the 1918 three year shipbuilding program of ten battleships and ten battle cruisers should be abandoned as the world moves toward universal peace and the league of nations. He said the 1919 program, likely over a billion dollars, should be wiped off the slate and that the United States must show faith in the covenant by halting further large naval additions.
A delegation from the Royal Aero Club led the London bid procession. Workers from the Sopwith works, where Hawker's machine was built, joined in the parade and were welcomed by the Mayor as airmen at the station received an official welcome.
Fragmentary OCR notes recount reactions to a failed ocean crossing attempt. Officials described receptions at train stops and asked if another try would occur, with Hawker replying uncertainty tied to the Sopwith firm.
May 27 report from St Johns says the Sopwith biplane used by Harry Hawker and Mackenzie Grieve in their Atlantic crossing attempt was recovered by the American ship Lake Charlottesville at latitude 49.40 north and longitude 29.08 west. The information was received via radio message relayed to the Sachem.
The text states Germany will urge the entente to consider German population sentiment in Upper Silesia East and West Prussia and Danzig amid possible annexation to Poland. It emphasizes Germany’s adherence to armistice principles and self determination rights for frontiers. Also notes Austria union vote and League of Nations mediation on economic issues with equality.
May 27 Dutch society rebuffed the Kaiser. Count Bentinck invited blueblood neighbors to meet his ex royal highness but they did not come. Ex royalty lacking charm for locals. Police guard the castle as entry requires government consent.
A London committee evaluating postwar military attire proposes returning to prewar dress for the army after the conflict. The phrase gay uniforms reflects the colorful, lively styling that drew men to service, and the group aims to restore that look in the future.
A vintage health blurb extols a morning internal bath using hot water and limestone phosphate to cleanse the stomach liver kidneys and bowels. It claims better digestion appetite and relief from constipation bilious spells and various ailments, urging readers to buy limestone phosphate from a drugstore.
From Viborg advices Petrograd is under Bolshevik pressure with panicked leaders fleeing with state funds. Chinese Left and Finnish Reds reportedly control the city after heavy street fighting while workmen guard districts to thwart pillage. The Bolsheviks threaten to execute the bourgeoisie if they must abandon the former capital.
American forces moved against Korolevetz where Bolshevik units mobilized to destroy a railway near Skotova. They faced fire from hills with no American casualties. About a dozen Bolsheviks were killed, a staff officer among them, with three captured amid a two hundred strong firing line.
Paris reports the four power council and Japan would fund and supply Admiral Kolchak to sustain an all Russian government, contingent on elections for a constituent assembly in Moscow or re convening the Kerensky era assembly if elections are impossible. He must recognize Poland and Finland autonomy and settle Russian frontiers via the League of Nations.
Reports from the county indicate this year’s basin wheat sowing varies by area. Some places are planting on good ground, but this is the exception rather than the rule.
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