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Newspaper
Warren Evening Times
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1916
Page
1
The President states personal responsibility over proposed eight hour rail labor law as talks with railroad conductors' union proceed. The White House reports the president will decide timing this afternoon after hearings with the Interstate Commerce Commission and labor leaders. Officials anticipate a decision before day’s end amid pressure from the Brotherhood and rail interests.
Officials of the Warren County Agricultural Association debated whether children may attend the fair when liquor restrictions were discussed. The fair would proceed with or without barred children, chaired by President Smith. A planned Children’s Day program and exhibits, ranging from races to entertainment, were described as part of the fair layout.
A German agent tried to blow up the ship Walle Sar Mer Olspers crossing the Atlantic with 8 000 tons, explosives found after the vessel failed. Judge Dusan, arriving from Haller, described the attempt and indicated the agent was to strike a government target.
A stiff rail strike threat looms as union leaders and railroad officials dispute plans. President says no hope of a peaceful settlement. contingencies include embargoes and passenger delays. Officials warn travelers of probable disruptions, with Labor Day as target for action and preparations underway.
The article describes a new silver coin mintage, its circulation plan, and a redesigned appearance. It notes about $40,000 worth of coins produced daily and outlines changes in design elements including Liberty and motto inscriptions. It reports on distribution across the United States and mentions a separate Crawford County paralysis incident in Randolph Township.
The Warren County Teachers Institute is postponed to the week of September 11 due to the school opening delay. The event, held at the high school for the first time, will feature instructors from the county and will affect the start of the term, with classes and pay arrangements tied to the shifted schedule.
A fragmented wartime tale describes a sixteen year old boy coerced to marriage while on furlough. The dispatch mentions a Hungarian male relative, a Cleveland origin, and a battlefield return from the Carpathians with an injured arm. It notes government pressure to produce offspring and a grim social expectation amid wartime strain.
Fragmented dispatches describe German retreat and Allied landings at Piraeus near Athens. Rumanians report gains in Hungary, claiming control of key border towns and incursions into Romanian frontier areas as Romanian forces push forward with reported captures and prisoners.
Waanington August 31 Germany’s sinise negardive the rink of the Ween with Aairhaus aboard. An air submarine was detected by the state Department and admitted the Owego was fired upon by a German submarine but said it violated the agreement as to underwater warfare. The captain allegedly refused to stop when a warning shot was fired across his bows.
At the Bia Mate convention in Hradling Pennsylvania August 21 the group adopted a new state constitution in line with the national convention. The final session elected officers and set plans for gubernatorial and lieutenant governor candidates. Mayors from ten Pennsylvania cities will attend the parade led by Mayor Filbert. Herm Shirley of Corry was jailed on a charge of non support and then drawn to Warren County jail that evening.
An emergency order from Health Commissioner Dr. Samuel Dizon extends school closures to September 29 for all children under sixteen. The directive, joined by ministers and Sunday school leaders, aims to curb infantile paralysis and prevent spread while preserving education. Public and private institutions follow suit, with upper grades affected differently and a general pause in related activities.
Aug 31 Wannat City Missouri hundreds of veterans march in annual parade. The blue clad line moves past crowded streets with Civil War era survivors marching beside Boy Scouts aiding with water and first aid kits. Prospective veterans pose along the route as medical stations and volunteers patrol the parade line.
The Arey-Ath annual meeting of the Hirte conference of the United Brethren Church at Frewspare opened with Bishop Weekly presiding. Ministers from 204 local committees attended as delegates, with 76 districts and 54 dole dates noted. Bishop Weekly will preach Sunday morning. evenings feature sermons and a program led by Mrs. Leiter J. Williams. Various district committees and reports will be presented, including education, missions, and publishing concerns, with several pastors addressing the gathering.
Disjointed OCR notes describe an upcoming court week starting Monday, with a list of names, ages, and alleged cases. The fragment mentions special sessions, alleged offenses, and various individuals including possible defendants or witnesses, but lacks coherent details. The stream of names and terms indicates a busy docket and unusual terminology.
London reports from general headquarters at Arras say British forces captured some prisoners after a raid across the Somme front. The exact number taken remains unsettled as fighting continued between the Ancre and the Sours with frequent shelling despite poor weather and heavy artillery activity on both sides.
New York Aug 31 report from industry representatives warns a nationwide railroad strike could halt rail and coastwise steamship traffic. Embargoes threaten perishable and other shipments as freight channels risk disruption. ships and railroads prepare protective orders to limit cargo movement and protect key routes.
Amid a nationwide paper shortage, New York reports an imminent suspension of daily publications for two weeks. Lincoln F. Palmer, manager of the American News Publishers association, notes many publishers face persistent supply chain issues and labor constraints while printers run low on stock.
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