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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1917
Page
1
General Haig presses on the canal front as British forces secure significant advances. Reports describe coordinated offensives, shelling, and battlefield maneuvers aimed at breaking defensive lines and pushing toward key objectives. Strong units from the British Army spearhead assaults supported by artillery and logistics operations.
United Press reports British forces, with 1,000 prisoners taken, struck anew at Messines and surrounding objectives. Haig’s renewed assault aimed at Lens and nearby positions, as heavy bombardment and rapid advances continued through the day.
Washington June 7 reports say W Nieman editor of the Milwaukee Journal and Senator Htting told the president this afternoon of German intrigue in Wisconsin. Sympathizers with pre German tendencies are conducting a campaign to kill the spirit, the men stated.
Washington June 7 Democrats of the house frustrated the plan of Representative Mann GOP floor leader to force a vote on the woman suffrage resolution. While debating a minor bill the adjournment motion carried 210 to 119 and the house quit without transacting any business.
A letter from Frank met Wanaser for the Hel Telephones Company reports the death of Mrs. Rowe of Atlanta Georgia at seventy. She leaves five sons and was buried at Athinta after a collision on Herron Street during Frank Rowe’s employment.
Afi davits allege Prosecutor Horsley called Wilson a damned grafter and claimed he declared this war on Germany to cover graft. Two Army engineers Sergeants asked him to buy tickets for a benefit ball when the remark was allegedly made. secret service men are investigating.
White River swelled a foot in twelve hours on Wednesday night and continued rising through today. The water covered bottom lands along the course and even the high banks were flooded. Prairie Creek inundated wide areas as the eastern tributary ran higher than the western fork, threatening nearby settlements.
President Wilson and Hoover urge strong power for the food control department to shield the Allies from bidding for American food. Leaders from both parties refocus on food as the era’s top issue ahead of the Washington conference as England calls for more supply and prices rise.
The eighth grade class from St Simon’s completed their studies and attended mass with a teacher presenting communion and a pastor blessing. Tonight they receive diplomas and penmanship certificates at St Simon’s Hall with musical selections and no admission fee. Also notes a rise in copper production compared to prior years.
A United Press report outlines exemption claims, noting most applicants will be examined to confirm eligibility. The piece discusses psychological impacts and possible broader use of draftees, with emphasis on how wartime needs influence exemption decisions and public morale.
Paris reports on June 7 that the American steamer Silver Shell exchanged shots with a German submarine in the Mediterranean on May 60. The submarine disappeared and the navy later stated the vessel sank after the encounter. Washington confirms the Silver Shell reported the action to Paris.
Bruno Herold, 50, of Austin Texas, shot his wife and killed two children before shooting himself amid ill health and crop troubles. Local authorities reported the tragedy, noting the despondent man’s deteriorating condition and farm hardships.
In Indianapolis on June 7 a meeting of coal mine operators with Governor Goodrich and commission members denounced the public service commission's report on Indiana coal. Attorney Wilbur Cooper said the commission refused to swear evidence, violated its oath, and attempted to defame coal dealers as highway robbers.
American transports with 20,500 tons of wheat arrived off the French coast as a strong fleet of ships docked. Dispatches from Paris report tremendous enthusiasm for General Pershing's expedition and early plans to base troops, aviation parks, and logistics upon arrival.
Springfield police today solved a kidnapping case involving J. W. Reet, arresting several suspects who deny connections. A jitney driver testified he was hired by the gang leader to drive abductors to the home of a wealthy jeweler, the intended victim.
In Washington on June 7 the Senate Finance Committee approved a new levy taxing all checks and drafts over four dollars at two cents each, aiming to raise about ten million dollars. The panel also dropped a ten percent levy on dues for social sporting and athletic clubs, removing another ten million dollars in potential revenue.
Ottawa June 7 reports Sir Wilfrid Laurier Liberal leader rejected plans for a coalition cabinet advanced by Premier Borden citing conscription as the issue. Laurier said the country should first pass on reforms and general policy before forming a coalition government.
United Press reports agents of the Raynesians of justice investigate a West Virginia claim that men obtained registration certificates and distributed them to slackers. Officials suspect forged documents as part of the scheme.
A two month old aspiring Red Cross member, Nancy Stuart Brown, is pictured receiving her dollar membership. The tiny recipient proudly wears the Red Cross button as Grandpa O'Donnell explains her cry Goo-goo. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Brown of Obhe.
Local drive kicks off with meetings in Montgomery Elnora Quon and Plainville to recruit volunteers and donors for the American Red Cross. A countywide fundraising push includes individual gifts from Frank Trainor Pete Brown and others, with Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic backing the effort.
The Day county board continues canvassing registration returns with official figures expected Friday. About 85 percent of exemptions are claimed due to dependents or occupation, while some registrants in Bark township face denial. The draft office and female assistants press to complete forms quickly as exemptions hinge on question twelve and dependents.
Final discussion on Indiana coal supply occurred in Indianapolis with mine operators, public service commissioners, and representatives from state labor and defense councils. Topics covered include increased mine production, improved railroad shipping, labor assistance, and coordinated measures to avert winter shortages.
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