German Cabinet Pressured by Demands From Opposing Parties
In Hague on April 28 the German cabinet faced its most difficult wartime moment as socialists demand democraticization and peace without conquest while conservatives push for reforms. Dr Hahn of the Agrarian party argued submarine victories force unconditional surrender, insisting Germany must appear as the conqueror before the world.
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Associated Press
de Hague
Dr. Hahn
Agrarian Party
Reichstag
Berlin
Germany
Government Draft Bill Passes Senate Amid War Funding Edits
Washington April 28 The senate passed the draft bill by 81 to 8 after amendments before final roll call. Hardwick voted against Speaker Clark. The house and senate both approved pay raises for enlisted men, funding changes and military provisions. separate financing bill to fund the army was approved. Roosevelt to front lines amendment passed 56 to 31 in the senate.
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Associated Press
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Hardwick
Clark
Bill Washington
Gore
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Thames
Trammel
Borah
Gronns
LaFolerite
Vardaman
House
Kitchin
Dent
Miss Rankin
Conference Committee
Wilson
Twentty
Roosevelt
Harding
Congressman Brand Explains Position On Conscription Bill
Georgia congressman Brand explains his stance after the War Department draft bill advances in both houses. He argues universal liability for military service with exemptions for farmers and noncombat roles, praising the volunteer tradition while warning the bill may limit true volunteering and likely pass.
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Congressman Brand
British Advance and Wheat Prices Dominate Front News
On April 28 Chicago reports speculative wheat prices falling as Britain claims sufficient supplies, with a delivery at 3.14 dollars a bushel. In Europe London announces Arleux-En-Gebelle and nearby German positions captured by British forces, expanding the Douai sector salient amid heavy fighting and German counterattacks.
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Chicago
Winnipeg
Minneapolis
United States
Canada
Associated Press
London
Arleux-En-Gebelle
Drocourt-Queant
Arieux
Douai
Vimy Ridge
Arleux
Lens
Drocourt
Berlin
Banking Institutions to Help Farmers in Crisis
Springfield April 28 Banking institutions nationwide should aid farmers as a patriotic duty until the twelve Federal Land Banks begin operation. President Leonard G. Robinson of the First District Bank argues local banks can meet farmer needs now with short term loans to bridge to long term bank lending at five percent.
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Springfield
Mass
Federal Farm ‘Loan Act
Leonard G. Robinson
First District Bank
Robinson
Federal Land Banks
Funda
Toy
Opposition to selective military drafts by C H Brand
Letter from C H Brand of Washington D C denounces an army bill that exempts all men over 25 while drafting those under, including youths from rural areas. He argues against sending young white boys from Oconee County to Europe and warns of unequal burden and long distances for risky combat. April 27.
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Oconee County
Massachusetts
Europe
United States
Republic
Fifth District Agricultural High School A Clean Winner
The second annual state meet of the District Agricultural High Schools drew the largest attendance since the split from the state high school association. Monroe School led the athletic rankings with multiple first places, while Fifth district teams dominated several events and overall standings, with a large luncheon and addresses concluding the day.
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Agricultural
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High School Association
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Monroe
Stonroe
Iver
Walker
Sandy
Flrat
Stond
Brinson
K. Davis
Whigham
Mann
Burtonbell
Davis
Whelchel
J. C. Tanner
Cox
McMichael
Bhot
F. A. Tanner
Keown
Wilson
Baker
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Tatum
Whelchell
White
Barron
Smith
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C. C. Boggan
Douglas
Lillian Coby
Ixt
Barnésque
Florine Jackson
Highth
Madleson
Gertrude Slaughter
Hirth
Felton
Wilton
J.B. Butchnell
Barnesville
Henry Easterling
Statesboro
Minnie Baker
Lilian Cook
Ellen Ivey
Granite Hil
Pirat
May Allen
Granite Hill
Addie ‘Howard
Powder Springs
Poultria
Belle Down
Eee Monros
Ollie.addog
Ruby Paris
Powder’ Springs
Setton
Madison
J. Tanner
T. E. Hammock
T. B. Hammock
W. Hendricks
J. Beavers
Sehool
Barnes
Woodmen Convention to Draw Large Atlanta Section
Atlanta expects a sizable Woodmen of the World presence for the Sovereign Camp convention in July though not the entire order. Last year 804,291 members were in good standing with 133,389新增 members added in 1916.
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Atlanta
City merchants pledge six o'clock store closings May to September
A city wide unwritten pact and signed agreement urges merchants to close stores at 6 p.m. from May 1 through September 15, Saturdays excepted, to allow clerks time for gardens and food canning. The Banner notes universal endorsement and invites others to join the effort, listing participating storefronts and owners.
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Yle
Chamber of Commerce
M ‘Bere
Michael, Brothers
M. G. Michael
Hi. T. Huggins & Son
Davison-Nicholson Co
M. G. Nicholson
W. T. Coffins & Co
McCommons-Thompson Co
Sol J.boley Co
S.J. Boley
B. J. Smith Ghee Co
M. J. Mayer
Mount Vernon Ceremonies Set for Washington Tribute
In Mount Vernon England and France plan joint ceremonies at Washingtons tomb to honor the Father of the American Republic. Balfour, Joffre, and other leaders will lay a bronze palm leaf and wreaths as the Mayflower carries officials to the event.
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England
France
Mount Vernon
British Empire
Balfour
Vivian
Marshal Joffre
Mayflower
Congress
How You Can Serve Your Country Navy Recruiting Plan
A call to patriotism urges private citizens to help recruit sailors for the navy amid officer and manpower shortages. Proposals include forming regional committees, raising funds, printing recruiting posters, and using cars and volunteer doctors to conduct preliminary examinations at applicants’ homes.
Industrial growth noted in Southeast new contracts
The Industrial Index reports spring building activity rising across the Southeast with several large contracts. Columbus plans a mill No. 3 addition totaling about 500000 dollars, while Anderson Scar awarded 250000 dollars for paving. Miami prepares 200000 dollar rail jet shops, Chilton County approves 200000 dollars in road bonds, and a 100000 dollar hospital is planned in Greenville. A railroad in eastern Georgia will be extended and a bank building for the Federal Reserve Bank in Atlanta is to be erected.
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Columbus
The
Industrial Index
Chilton County
Alabama
Georgia
Greenville, &. C
Atlanta
Federal Reserve Bank
Must Co-Operate With Others in a Fea Man's Work
A compact excerpt emphasizes cooperation and restraint. It urges a man to work beside others, weigh their interests, curb impetuosity, accept objections and suggestions, and balance giving and taking for a successful career, noting that one is part of a broader governance.
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F ‘Henry's
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Epting
D.C. Dailey
Jutna M. Linker
F. Davis
Goldwasser
Y Morris
T . Iman
P. Abel Johnson Shoe Co
Fouls Funktein
Allory Shoe Co
Max, M. Hubert
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Solew
Guatemala
U.S
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Lansing
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