United States Enters War and War Efforts Expanded
President Wilson signs the declaration of war as a new era begins. state department reorganization follows. war measures trigger wireless news to the world and rapid shifts in policy. Washington reports on seized German vessels and the monitoring of 18 000 reservists as tensions escalate.
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Dropped Dead for Inability to Serve United States
A report from St Augustine dated April 6 states Sergeant G. M. Brown, reputedly the oldest enlisted regular on active duty, collapsed and died. Separate items note President Wilson ordering the shutdown of most U S radio stations, with some kept for naval use to run operations. Navy saves $18 million on steel contracts this year and $2 million on a single order. Philip Maddino, a Mexican, was sentenced to six months workhouse for spitting on the U S flag in Trenton. Sam Bell, a Negro, was fined $100 and jailed for anti American rhetoric toward Negroes in Birmingham.
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United States
Athens Patriot Plans Great War Demonstration
Athens Chamber of Commerce endorses President Wilson and the national government as war is declared. A patriotic gathering urged farmers to grow more food and plant grains, curb cotton, and support a citywide celebration with speakers on agriculture and national effort. A committee was formed to set a date and plan, with a meeting to be held at the High School grounds or outdoors downtown. Southern Railway schedule notes follow.
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Wilson
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Jadea Strickland
J. F. Tibbetts
W. F. Dorsey
C. M. Snelling
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Hugh White
J W. Barnett
H. J. Rowe
A. M. Soule
J. M. Hodgson
W. G. Griffeth
C D. Flant Jeer
JM Pound
Chancellor
Holman
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Southern Railway
Liberty Bell Rung After Declaration Proclaimed
The new liberty bell at Independence Hall rang today at the half minute after the president signed the war declaration marking the United States entry into war.
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Philadelphia
Independence Hall
Veterans Meeting at City Hall for Cobb Delany Camp Elections
The Cobb Delany Camp veterans will convene at 11 o clock this morning in city hall. Officers will be elected and resolutions expressing confidence in the president during the current crisis are expected to be enacted.
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Fresh Vegetables and Produce Advertised for Today
Local ad listing Iceberg Lettuce celery cauliflower beets carrots mustard salad squash fresh strawberries green beans new potatoes parsley spring onions and bananas. Also mentions Nunnally and Allegrette candies, Norfolk oysters, Jones Little Pig Bausay, and Brittles. Featured vendors include THORNTON'S ARNOLD & ABNEY and BUCHWALD'S with contact at P Petropol Corner College and Broad.
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Arnold & Abney
Norfolk Oysters
Jones Little Pig Bausay
Fresh Today
World views on US entry into Titanic contest reform
Reports from Copenhagen London and Madrid assess the impact of America's entry into the war. German sentiment shifts toward democracy and diplomacy. Asquith and Lloyd George frame the united English speaking bloc and new global power for the US. Cuba Uruguay Spain foresee war or shortened conflict amid Wilson's address.
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London
Lloyd George
Congress
William Jennings Bryan Offers Services To U S
Albany Georgia April 6 William Jennings Bryan spoke saying he has given his life to save the country from war and now that the country is at war he will gladly aid it. Tallahassee Florida April 6 Bryan, veteran colonel in the Spanish American War, telegraphs President Wilson offering his services to the government in any capacity not barring colors. He argues it is a citizen’s duty to bear burdens and serve.
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Liam Jennings Bryam
Wilson
McGregor Company Announces Reopening After Fire
The McGregor Company states it will reopen its retail department today and restore printing plant operations soon. They thank customers and friends for support after the Monday night fire and pledge to continue serving patrons diligently.
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McGregor Company
Specials at Gosta's Delicatessen Today
Readily available bargains include ripe strawberries Florida grapefruit 75 cents Sunkist oranges iceberg lettuce squash eggplant cauliflower new Irish potatoes soup beans Virginia wine apples snap beans and Frank's Delicious Meat Treats Phone 1131 Also fresh crisp celery spring salad and spinach appear. Italy honors Wilson war address posting in public places while hoping for US aid and loans to ease food and travel needs.
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