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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1917
Page
5
Regulations 10 explain exemptions in the draft with four main grounds. Physical incapacity and serious illnesses will excuse a conscript, while essential wartime industries may exempt workers. Religious belief exemptions require prior membership before March 18, 1917. Family breadwinners may also qualify, but options are limited.
This year hogs will move into the cotton state and bring in at least 5 0608 dollars, a level not seen since the industry became practical in the state years ago. Cooperative shipping of hogs helps farmers fetch better market prices for all their output.
Washington reports Neutrals will receive shorter rations as a new expert council appointed by President Wilson will apportion supplies for neutral countries. The move aims to prevent leaks to Germany and ensure exports to Netherlands Sweden Norway Denmark Spain and Switzerland are kept within approved limits based on years of data. Hoover announced ten month export totals and prices for wheat corn oats barley and related goods to those nations. A two step licensing plan will control coal fuel shipments and exports to neutral countries to prevent aid to Germany.
The United States government reports revived belief that German U boats are active on the Atlantic. Navy officers say such subs would be accompanied or followed by mercantile submarines carrying extra torpedoes, forming a convoy essential for a profitable Atlantic crossing.
Washington officials considered the selective service plan at a cabinet meeting. Exemptions were criticized as placing a heavy burden on native-born Americans. The draft quota relies on local male populations with no alien population allowance. Large foreign populations in towns suggest conscription will pull nearly every native man. Naturalization intentions were argued to be included in eligibility.
A fragmented notice indicates that the southern hog raising sector plans to ship about 209000 hogs to markets in June. Based on past shipments, the state is expected to send 109000 hogs to the St Louis market and 100000 to a local home market this year.
Philadelphia June Jesse Williamson Jr a well known socialty and prominent ascetsman pleaded guilty to stealing upwards of 690000 from a Pennsylvania insurance company.
Butte Montana June 27 machinists boiler makers and blacksmiths of all Atco do not join on strike tonight. leaders say a strike gate will be taken.
Society notes list the Wilson Cheistensen wedding at Episcopal church with extensive attendees from Jamestown and Valley City. The piece recalls birthday parties, visits, home entertainments, and upcoming church meetings with many local names and a long roster of guests and relatives.
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