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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1917
Page
6
A fashion note describes a two piece circular skirt with a high waist and front belt. It covers fabric requirements for medium size, seam reduction design, pocket trim, and options for shorter length. Suitable fabrics include gabardine serge Poiret twill and taffeta.
A Dill drafted by Secretary Daniels would withhold navy pay during incapacitation from injuries due to drugs or alcohol or misconduct. A second bill would raise machinists and water tenders pay from 40 to 45 dollars monthly and provide yeomen who can take dictation at speed an extra 10 dollars per month.
Thieves dig seed potatoes from hillside gardens in Winsted Connecticut on June 13. After removing tubers they replace the soil, leaving gardeners puzzled as vines fail to sprout. High potato prices and seed scarcity drive the thefts.
In Susquehanna Pennsylvania the Erie shops begin employing women to operate drill presses and perform other mechanical tasks for the first time. Officials say the number will grow as men go to military service. The women express satisfaction with the roles and show strong interest in the machinery.
Washington reports 40 000 officers from 16 training camps have finished preliminary military instruction and will next week begin work in special branches, per the War Department announcement.
New York June 13 prominent Jews including Henry Morgentau former ambassador to Turkey Nathan Straus Adolf Lewisohn Louis Marshall and Rabbi Stephen Wise are named among those conceded to be elected delegates to the American Jewish congress to be held in Washington Sem 2 announced here.
The San Salvador eruption destroyed the city and nearby towns within thirty miles. Shocks continued after the event, with lava flows, boiling water, and hot ash showers spreading fear for Americans and others in surrounding territory. Mejicanos Mission area shown in foreground was also destroyed.
The American destroyers complete their first month of service in WWI. Favorable weather aids anti-submarine training as they operate with British squadrons, convoy liners, and share routine patrols. Sailors enjoy shore leave, tea time, and friendly exchanges with local townspeople amid a growing alliance.
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