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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1917
Page
1
The article surveys three years of global conflict, noting failed beliefs in a quick end. It argues Germany remains unconquered, shortcomings of the British blockade, and the rising likelihood of a protracted war into years more. It discusses possible German collapse, Russian and Italian diplomacy, and the rise of a democratic impulse.
One American soldier William Stonebreaker was killed and five other soldiers injured when four coaches of troop train 18 overturned and three cars derailed at Shamrock near Victoria on the Texas & Pacific Railway. Officials say the train was about twelve miles an hour. cause undetermined.
A brief entry records a day sentence related to suffragists. The note mentions JuDGe and the given date, with limited context and no further details.
Washington sixtee n suffragettes arrested during a hostile day demonstration before the White House were sent to the District of Columbia workhouse after refusing a $25 fine. Dudley Field Malone, New York customs collector, testified for the women and then conferred with President Wilson, fueling rumors he would join the suffragists' legal fight.
Reports state the Russian situation remains under control in Petrograd as authorities manage unrest and maintain order amidst political tension and civilian activity.
A Reuters dispatch from Petrograd reports about 600 killed or wounded over two days amid chaotic conditions. The government, bolshevik control, and patrols monitor streets and autos. A machine gun regiment and armored cars submitted to the soldiers and workers council. Cossacks patrol, arrests, and auto checks intensify as suspects are seized.
German efforts to break Russian lines in East Galicia fail as Korniloff's army holds firm. In Arras east of Monchy le Preux the British gain ground and take prisoners. Petrograd reports quell of disorders with six killed and 238 wounded in streets. Royal Navy admiralty notes weekly submarine and mine losses.
Captain Frederick Hinsch, who handled the marine end of the merchant submarine Deutschland, reportedly escaped from American jail and reached Bremen four weeks ago with his three crew on a small 200 ton fishing schooner bought for $8000. The craft was purchased for Dutch interests and hauled from South Amboy for repairs after transfer.
Dr Michaelis in Reichstag argues Germanys submarine warfare is lawful and necessary to shorten the war. He credits Bethmann Hollweg and says Russian mobilization and Britain's blockade forced Germany into war and warns Americas neutrality failed to stop aggression. He says the submarines have achieved more than expected and condemns end-time prophecies.
Sixteen women imprisoned for a White House suffrage protest were pardoned by President Wilson. They had served two days of their sixty day terms before release from the workhouse. The group left quietly, despite earlier vows to endure the full sentence without appeal.
Santa Fe reports Carl Morris leading twenty five workers at Axtec in San Juan county to uncover relics for the American Museum of Natural History. The site yields sixty rare pottery pieces, over 20 000 carved stone beads, turquoise beads, baskets, matting, knives, battle axes, and other stone implements.
London The German casualties listed in June figures include killed and died of wounds 28 819 died of sickness 3 216 prisoners and missing 38 606 and wounded 95 906 The combined totals since the war began show killed or died of wounds 1 082 800 died of sickness 72 prisoners and missing 691 966 and wounded 2 826 681 Naval and colonial losses are not included.
An old advertisement touts Dr King’s New Discovery as a soothing balsam that heals the throat clears phlegm and fights germs. It claims quick relief for grippe croup and bronchial affections and is sold at druggists for 50 cents.
American troops in France enjoy rapid food supply expansion as the quartermaster plans a three month stockpiled system near camp and aims to provide white bread within days. The field ration includes beef bacon canned meat and other staples with coffee sugar and fruit, aiming for self sufficiency and minimal French dependency. Champagne and wine gifts from France are being set aside for officers and soldiers from the July 14 celebration.
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