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Jail for Slackers Registration Signal in Citizens Duty
Citizens aged twenty to thirty in the country must register today under penalty of imprisonment for noncompliance. The Department of Justice warns no leniency and urges patriotic participation, noting exemptions for those in military or naval service and possible future exemptions for dependents and essential workers.
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Health in the Navy Demands Swift Action on Hospital Care
Secretary Daniels appoints a civilian panel to inspect hospital ships like Solace for unsanitary conditions and care gaps. Surgeon General Braisted says Navy health needs rising workload. calls Congress for 3.5 million dollars to expand hospital facilities and equipment, urging emergency approval to save lives.
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Training American Flyers Progress in Air Force Training
The aviation production board reports encouraging progress in training American airmen for allied cooperation. Three aviation fields planned by the War Department are underway with cadets training at six preliminary actions.
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Right and Might, the Weapons of Liberty
A continuing wartime sermon extols liberty through arms, praising mobilization and universal service. It asserts America will win, denounces German aggression, and lauds air power and Allied bravery while linking democracy to necessity and duty. The piece blends political exhortation with praise of armed resolve.
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Proceedings in Brief from Congress and Committees
Adjourned at 12 45 until today at noon and then Friday for further adjournment. Wilson conferred with leaders on speeding the legislative program. Administration to recommend suspending navigation laws during the war. Espionage bill conferees reached final agreement removing censorship. Finance committees to tax cereals used in distilling alcohol during the war. Patents committee hearing closed with a fisticuff between Metz and Dr George Walker. Gen Crowder said no class exemptions in the new army draft. Senators Lewis and Harding debated the New Hampshire congressional campaign. Judiciary committee set the national prohibition amendment as next special order, likely Monday. Local street car strike probe had no session due to quorum absence. House not in session, will meet tomorrow. Agriculture committee in executive session discussed the administration’s food control bill.
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Nature's Pranks Tornado Sweeps Mattoon in Harrowing Feats
Dispatch notes a Mattoon tornado that lifted homes and carried livestock and people briefly, with several residents uninjured despite dramatic events. A brick house roofed in bricks, a baby in an orchard, and a family kneeling in prayer all experienced near misses. A Kansas City Star note lists a book title joke at the end.
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Preacher Objects To Rec Nuebanl Fundraiser Scene
A Long Island preacher objects to a staged kissing scene during a church fundraiser. The incident involves an alleged nuisance and a controversial act viewed as improper for the church setting. No further details on participants or outcomes are provided in the readable text.
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Hamburg roared by war faces dark days ahead
An extensive Hamburg session reveals the devastation of trade and shipping from the war. Hamburg’s leaders warn recovery hinges on industrial expansion and territorial concessions along the Elbe while noting the wider world’s hostility and the collapse of once vital links to Europe.
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Socrates the Philosopher Meets Death in Athens
Socrates, born 477 BC and aged about 71, was condemned to death for corrupting youth. He faced trial boldly, discussed with disciples during the 36 day interval, drank hemlock with composure, and died denying the injustice of his fate while affirming belief in immortality. His life combined philosophy, public dialogue, and obedience to law.
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Treasury report shows 1917 fiscal deficits and asset totals
The United States Treasury deposits show a June 2 1917 deficit of 61 527 830 against 42 741 288 last year excluding canal and debt. revenue receipts for the day 9 422 771 83 and month totals are listed with General fund assets totaling billions and various coin and note holdings. the piece closes with a brief, unrelated item about Rag vg Aliver and a casual remark from Morning News Peczy Noodles.
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Army Orders Remove Detached Officers List and Grant Leaves
War Department issues extensive orders revoking portions of Special Orders No 120 and 118, detailing officers to join or be detached, announcing promotions to majors in Philippine Scouts, and listing leaves of absence for Captains Hayden Jemison and others. Also assigns duty moves to Fort Leavenworth Fort Niagara Plattsburg and West Point, with reports to Brig Gen Squier and Maj Huntington.
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Heart's Contentment and the Quiet Years in Everybodys Pages
Fragmentary verse and prose pieces discuss domestic life, time, and longing within the column Everybody. The readable fragments hint at emotional reflection and daily duties, set in a mid century voice and rhythm.
Views Of Capital Visitors On Interesting Current Events
Reports from Washington listeners and Mississippi reunion observers highlight cross regional unity. Mrs Kimberly of Greenwood Mississippi and Confederate veterans praise reconciliation, while northern and southern women pledge to unite. Border vigilance near Sumas and Spokane reinforces wartime registration zeal across Washington Oregon and Idaho.
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Alaska Backs Lp Conscription In Juneau View
James T Baron of Juneau salmon packer and banker says Alaska supports conscription with minimal opposition. He notes locals drilled despite distance from Washington and expects Alaska to meet its quota of 509000. He reports a mild spring, good salmon season ahead, and higher canning costs. His son has joined aviation corps in Boston.
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