Patriotism Runs Rampant at City Defence Rally
A large crowd packed an 800 seat tent for a Patriotism rally held by the Council of Defence last Friday night. Speakers Byron Forshay Er G Eustic and Charles Mitchell urged support for the allied cause with country and liberty themes as chill winds cooled the outdoor gathering.
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Council of Defence
Byron D. Forshay
Er. G. Eustic
Atlantic
Chas. Mitchell
Council Bluffs
Mitchell
United States
France
Pro Germanism Prompted Vandalism Sparks Window Cost Rise
A local report notes strong pro German sentiment in the area after a brick shattered a front window. The pane replacement cost has surged from about two dollars prewar to seven fifty, reflecting widespread glass damage attributed to pro German activity since the war began.
Regional hopes for sugar shortage easing ahead of pie season
A fragment notes optimism that rising sugar supplies will improve before the Rhine area begins rhubarb pie production. The comment reflects local bakery and kitchen planning as shortages impact holiday sweets.
Before the Summer is Over a ndorff Stands a Good Germans
Fragmentary line references a German figure or group with unclear context and sparse details. The readable portion suggests a discussion of national or cultural sentiment but lacks concrete events, dates, or identities to confirm.
German officer seeks meaning of molly coddle amid whip scene
After watching four of his men whipped by an American, a German officer starts digging into his dictionary to learn the meaning of molly coddle. The strange moment highlights language barriers amid combat.
Trotzky struggles with Russia’s machinery return
After dismantling Russia’s system, Trotzky now appears unsure of how to rebuild it. He faces a difficult task in reassembling the machinery he once took apart, signaling possible leadership strain and shifting plans.
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Russia
Trotzky
War brings distant conflict closer to home
The article notes the war remains far away yet grows more immediate as German prisoners in Allied custody show little zeal to sacrifice themselves for the Kaiser, highlighting tepid morale and the perception of looming impact on daily life.
Kaiser bills and candy for soldiers stir American nerves
A fragment debates Kaiser’s view of Americans as mollycoddles and candy eaters. If his stance holds, he should learn what candy U S soldiers crave and stock up for his army.
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Kaiser Bill
Garden truck free of ground glass and daylight notes
A garden truck raised at home is said to lack ground glass. The piece notes weakening efforts of Winters and comments on daylight saving and late dusk socializing. A speculative query wonders how many Germans believed Von Hindenburg would issue official Paris reports in April.
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von Hindenburg
Paris
Summer’s Heat Reverses to Cool Spell For Local Residents
Residents who dressed for warm weather last week now face a chilly spell as temperatures drop unexpectedly. The change catches many off guard and prompts lighter clothing again.
Five Million Bottles of Pop For Soldiers in France
Five million bottles of beverage are en route to soldiers in France. The baseball umpire’s job here will be safer this coming summer with improved conditions and fewer risky duties.
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France
Hindenburg’s Paris Visit Faces Slim Prospects
The speaker notes Hindenburg is not yet in Paris and his chances grow thinner each day. It suggests only a bold action or dramatic arrival could salvage his prospects, warning of looming disappointment.
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Hindenburg
Paris
Governor Harding Seeks Second Term Amid Prohibition Debate
The piece notes Governor Harding moving toward a second term while prohibition advocates gain prominence. It argues the liquor question is near a national shift and asserts a constitutional move toward prohibition is possible within a year.
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Harding
United States
Clock Change Quickly Becomes Habit for People
After clocks were set forward, people forgot the hour change within a day. The world’s business moves at the same pace as before and good people adjust by waking and sleeping an hour earlier as a matter of habit.
Satirical Lash On Kaiser From Day’s Column
Billy Sunday in a harsh tongue lashing calls the kaiser a hog headed boor and predicts his German translator will face trouble. The polemic reflects wartime asides and sensational editorials of the era.
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Billy Sunday
Liberty Bond Sales Touted Amid Simple Outreach
A concise note pushes Liberty Bond sales with straightforward outreach. The message highlights accessible buying methods and aims to boost participation without elaborate campaigns.
Liberty Bond Purchase Requirement Sparks District Debate
In the Berea district solicitors for the Liberty Loan required each resident to buy a Liberty Bond regardless of personal circumstances, enforcing a universal purchase policy.
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Berea
Printing War End Card Hint From Clemenceau Quote
The Register notes Clemenceau’s quip that the war will end “next Thursday at 3 PM” as a stock reply that saves mental effort. It suggests printing cards bearing the inscription to reduce confusion and wear on readers and officials.
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Clemenceau
Register
Third Liberty Loan opens strong in Anita and Grant townships
Monday marked the launch of the Third Liberty Loan with a large turnout in Anita and Grant township. Voters subscribed over their quota, with more than $53,000 in bonds applied for on the first day against Anita’s $49,000 target.
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Anita
Grant Township
Waterloo First City to Meet State W S S Quota
Waterloo reaches its W S S quota on April 8, becoming the first city in the state to do so. The goal, about 700000 dollars, marked a notable finish after a slow start with M L Bowman leading the workers.
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Waterloo
W.S. S
M. L. Bowman
Railway mail clerks in Des Moines sell $15000 in February
The 150 railway mail clerks based in Des Moines sold more than $15000 worth of W. S. 8S during February, says S C Williams chief clerk of the Railway Mail Service. The clerks act as post office agents and their runs include layovers of one day weekly at each end to solicit.
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Des Moines
S.C. Williams
Railway Mail Service
Post Office Department
Buy War Savings Stamps Appeal Prompts Patriotism
A persuasive wartime notice urges readers to support War Savings Stamps with lines about patriotism pride and common selfishness. It promotes buying W S S and building an army of dollars for national defense.
Brewhouse Rivalry in Amiens Amid German Push
In Amiens two breweries appear in the context of the German offensive as reports note German determination to seize the city. The message urges decisive action and frames wartime sentiment around control of local industry and morale.
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Amiens
Liberty Loan campaign opens strong in Anita and Grant townships
The Third Liberty Loan drive began with a brisk start on Monday, with Anita and Grant townships showing a likely oversubscription of their quotas as the effort gains momentum.
War Savings Campaign Expands to Schools and Clubs
County chairmen of the War Savings Stamp Campaign lead an active effort to form War Savings societies in schools churches lodges and other clubs across the state to boost savings and support for the war effort.
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War Savings Stamp Campaign
War Savings Societies
War Map Hints at Western Front Uncertainty
A reader notes bleak signals on the western front but defers judgment, expressing trust in General Foch to determine the outcome. The piece reflects wartime sentiment and reliance on leadership during unclear prospects.
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Foch
Iowa urged to support Liberty Loan drive in crucial hour
The piece warns thousands in Iowa against leaving the task to the younger generation and urges everyone to do their share. It stresses that Iowa must not record a failure to meet Uncle Sam's demand in this critical national moment.
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Iowa
Uncle Sam
Iowa Patriotic League planned for state schools
The State University and state council of defense develop the Iowa Patriotic League to engage public and private schools in patriotism through debates, thrift stamp drives, Red Cross activities, and civic essays. Three chapter types are proposed with local to state contests, medals, and certificates as rewards.
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State Council of Defense
Iowa Patriotic League
Red Cross
Grant six best car on the market near its price
White Pole Garage touts the Grant six as the best value car on the market for its price range, claiming top performance at an affordable level. The ad emphasizes performance metrics and affordability to attract buyers.
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White Pole Garage
For Sale Seed Corn 1916 Seed Corn for Sale Notice
For sale a quantity of seed corn labeled 1916 appears in this listing. The advertisement notes corn suitable for ventilation and preservation, offering potential buyers a chance to purchase by inquiry.
Sherm Shows Improvement Amid Illness
Sherm's condition continues to improve this week with recovery chances better now than at any earlier point in his illness.
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Sherm
Uncle Sam's word good invest in Liberty Bonds
Bill Simcoe borrows 1000 with note and mortgage. The piece argues Uncle Sam's credibility rests on 111,000,000 citizens and their earning power, urging belief in liberty bonds and faith in the government. It frames tax power and territory as support for repayment and warns of Kaiser threat.
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Bill Simcoe
United States of America
United States
Uncle Sam
William Hohenzollern
Liberty Bonds and War Savings Stamps Drive Announcement
Public notice urges readers to participate in the Liberty Bonds campaign and the War Savings Stamps drive, emphasizing aiding the war effort and encouraging individuals to invest their fair share through patriotic purchases.
Calendar Compared To Clock For Quick Summer Vacation
A small boy regrets the slow passage of time as summer vacation seems to lag behind the calendar and clock. The quip captures a childlike wish for faster days.
Liberty Bond and War Savings Stamp Linkage
The Liberty Bond is described as the big brother to the War Savings Stamp, both belonging to the same patriotic family. They are presented as siblings in a united effort by Americans to win the war.
Liberty Bond buyers urged to switch to War Savings Stamps
The notice urges loyal Iowans who bought Liberty Bonds from other issues to buy War Savings Stamps instead. It calls Liberty Bond solicitors to encourage this class to purchase and to record their names on the patriot white card.
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Liberty Bond
Patriot
Highland M. E. Church Sunday Service Notice
Sunday School begins at 10:00 AM with services at 11:00 AM. The sacrament of the Lords will be administered.
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Liberty
Anita and Grant Township
Highland M. E. Church
H. P. Grinner
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