War fuel order causes nationwide industry shutdowns and confusion
The Fuel Administration's east of the Mississippi order to curb coal use sparked widespread disruption and unclear rulings. Industries closed or limited vary by state, exemptions debated, and officials grapple with enforcing rules as Congress weighs repeal attempts. The plan prioritizes coal for essential war needs and ships while exemptions slowly expand.
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North Carolina Ignores Serious Effects of Fuel Order
North Carolina officials report limited impact from the fuel conservation order. A. W. Mc Alister says hydro electric reliance shields many plants. only about 100 Raleigh workers lose jobs. Winston-Salem sees widespread closings except utilities. Asheville industries run normally with some wood burning to prevent sprinkler freezes.
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Sentence Reduced for Edwards Woman in Montes Killing
Fayetteville N C January 18 Judge George Connor set aside a 30 year penitentiary term for Rose Edwards reducing it to 10 years in State prison for her role in the killing of Angeles Montes He postponed commitment until February 15 to allow time for possible placement in a women s reformatory institution and requested Governor clemency if feasible.
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Bolshevik Regime Confronts New Diplomatic Turmoil
The Bolshevik government faces multiple crises including an arrest order for King Ferdinand of Romania, stalemates with the Central Powers over Poland and Baltic self-definition, and strained ties between Lenine and Trotzky. Ukrainian and Bolshevik clashes in Odessa and near Poltava disrupt rail lines as control of the Constituent Assembly looms. In Italy, Austrians push near Venice with four hours of hand-to-hand combat yielding prisoners and matériel.
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Lloyd George assails Germany at labor delegates meeting
London January 18 Premier Lloyd George warned that Allied peoples must fight on or fall to German autocracy. He framed a shared war aim with Wilson and condemned Germany’s refusal to yield, saying the only answer comes from the cannon's mouth as military power dominates.
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Fuel Regulations Issued by the Administration
The United States Fuel Administration issues regulatory provisions under an executive order to secure an adequate fuel supply for railroads, domestic use, public utilities, and national security. Section 1 requires preference in filling contracts for essential users, with remaining tonnage usable for other orders. Section 2 directs state fuel administrators to divert arriving fuel in carload lots on January 18–22, 1918 to meet urgent needs.
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Garfield's order met with mixed compliance across the South
Georgia industries largely kept operating despite the Garfield order while Atlanta firms pledged support to President Wilson. Columbia and Spartanburg in South Carolina closed plants awaiting Washington rulings on hydro power. Florida cigar makers largely unaffected but Tampa factories faced heating limits. Richmond, Virginia, reports broad enforcement with manufacturers shutting down under fuel administration rules.
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Millions Of Workers To Endure Five Day Coal Shortage
New York reports a five day period of coal shortage with widespread layoffs across industries. A million workers nationwide face reduced pay or idle time, with 500 000 in Chicago idle and extensive effects in Philadelphia and beyond. Labor groups pledge patriotism while businesses plan to limit operations and wage adjustments.
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