Rural life and war era concerns dominate Mecklenburg County
The piece discusses farm productivity under Ford equipment, wartime prices, and rural sanitation. It notes Russia and Japan in wartime context, critiques profiteering from war, and urges equitable burden sharing. It highlights Dr. E. C. Branson's analysis and Union National Bank distribution of his pamphlet.
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E. C. Branson
University of North Carolina
Mecklenburg County
Union National Bank of Charlotte
Athens Rallies During War Effort In Community Drive
Athens organizes a strong wartime response with large Red Cross enrollment, university graduates compiled for government use, wireless and field engineering classes, and many students joining the officers reserve. The Chamber of Commerce promotes food campaigns and launches a canning factory to process local produce. President Soule leads agricultural efforts as citizens unite to support the nation.
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Athens Red Cross
University of Georgia
Chamber of Commerce
Georgia
Athena
Soule
State College of Agriculture
Athens
Fragmented remarks on state versus federal government
A garbled report discusses tensions between state officials and the federal government. It references Minnesota and critiques of partisan influence and the balance of power, with assertions about patience and righteous governance.
Mobilizing Labor for the Farm in the South
Farmers are urged to plant more food crops and cultivate every acre to feed themselves and supply a large surplus for cities and armies. A labor shortage looms as many Negro workers move north, leaving fields short of hands. The article stresses mobilizing farm labor as essential to boosting regional food production this year.
Speed the Watchword for War Food救
The article urges rapid U S effort to supply England with food to sustain its war effort. It stresses building small wooden ships to transport Atlantic supplies ahead of troops, arguing that every day counts in a race against time. It credits the American people with the world’s destiny and duty.
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United States
Germany
England
France
Italy
Atlantic
Uncle Sam
Do Not Tie Wilson's Hands In Wartime Authority
The article argues for expanded executive power during war while preserving Congress’s role. It says speed and decisive action require concentrating power in the commander in chief, here Woodrow Wilson, without granting autocratic rule. It warns against delaying actions for political theater.
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Wilson
Congress
Republic
Woodrow Wilson
Wilson asleader and guide for wartime policy urged
The text praises Wilson as the able, trustworthy leader who can disclose some truths and keep secrets as needed. It notes the United States has acted swiftly given the scale of the proposition, while democracy cannot match monarchic speed. It urges Congress to debate, but not to restrict Wilson, and to follow his direction unless proven otherwise.
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United States
Congress
Wilson
Menocal
United Biaths
Cuba
Germany
Troonie Neph
Walteds
Streas
Turkey
Canyaes-Beck
Georgia and Her Quota for Officer Reserve Camp Ft McPherson
Georgia and neighboring states are expected to meet their 2500 man quota for the officer reserve training camp at Ft McPherson. Georgians show strong enlistment in the national guard and regular army with few slackers and a serious, unified resolve to support government needs. The public mood is calm but determined as the deadline approaches.
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Georgia
Ft. McPherson
Alabama
Florida
Union
Call to Cultivate Southern Lands to Avert Food Shortage
A warning urges Southerners to plant every available acre with foodstuffs to avert a coming shortage. It stresses self sufficiency, reducing home waste, and conserving resources as the nation aids Allies.
Local tax for Clarke rural schools urged
Voters in Clarke county rural districts are urged to approve a local tax for school funding. The piece argues state funds are insufficient for nine months of school and better facilities, urging residents to study the measure and support a tax shared among all taxpayers. It notes Athens city funds supplements state aid and promotes local tax as the proven method.
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Clarke County
Athens
The Ominous Russian Situation Amid World War I
The article argues little fighting on the Russian front after the revolution, with speculation that Teutons sow disaffection. It warns of Russian discontent, potential delays in loans to the Entente, and danger if German forces gain control of Russian output, risking a longer war.
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Russia
Germany
Congress Debates Conscription Age Limits and Fast Action
The article notes congressional delay in war policy, urging a decisive fix on conscription age limits and timely action on other urgent matters. It stresses avoiding haste on major issues while speeding up critical decisions for national needs.
Threat of Revolution in Cuba Raises Military Threats
Fragmented OCR text shows dissident Cubans demanding Menocal step down by May 20 and the possibility of U S troops being sent to Cuba. It notes Menocal resists stepping down, concerns over revolt, and mentions potential foreign military involvement and domestic food concerns.
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United States
Menocal
Why the War Loan Should Succeed
A 7 billion dollar United States war loan is seen as feasible given the national wealth of 200 billion dollars and income of 60 billion. Bank deposits totaling about 30 billion could cover the loan with a margin over 2 billion, but withdrawing funds could destabilize the banking system and trigger a panic. To curb withdrawals the loan's interest rate was set at 3.12 percent, acknowledging the large task ahead.
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Huh
United States
Tad
Thia
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