World War History: Articles and Editorials from July 31, 1918 – Wartime Industry, Espionage, and Allied Politics

World War History: Articles and Editorials from July 31, 1918 – Wartime Industry, Espionage, and Allied Politics

Author: Various (including Herman Bernstein, Georgiana Harriman, Nowell)

Year: 1918

MLA Citations with Student-Friendly Summaries 1. "Germans’ Hand in Chemical Industry Again Disclosed: Roessler–Hasslacher Co. Subsidiary Had an Alien Enemy on Board. All American Now. William A. Hamann Testifies Three Firms Under Inquiry Are Fully Loyal To-day." New York Tribune , 31 July 1918. Summary: This article details U.S. efforts to remove German influence from the American chemical industry during WWI. Testimony reveals that a German national once sat on the board of a U.S. chemical firm but resigned in 1917. It reflects American concerns over national security and economic patriotism amid wartime. 2. "Republicans Push Man Power Bill: Leaders Eager to Reconvene Congress for Action on Baker’s Measure. Democrats Fix Fences. Many Have Gone Home to Tell Constituents Why They Should Be Reelected." New York Sun , 31 July 1918. Summary: Amid partisan politics, Republicans urge swift passage of the Man Power Bill to expand draft eligibility. Democrats, portrayed as reluctant or distracted by re-election campaigns, face criticism. The article underscores how domestic political divisions shaped U.S. war mobilization in 1918. 3. Harriman, Georgiana. "Great Britain’s Day: The Allies Wi