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Newspaper
Barstow Printer
Location
Barstow, California, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1918
Page
2
The piece condemns Prussian militarism pressuring Holland to ship sand and gravel from Germany to Belgium. It warns the Kaiser may shift traffic to war materials and notes German nerves and losses in the western offensive. It claims German-born Americans buying Third Liberty Loan bonds help peace more than German peace advocates.
Captain von Salzman argues for renewed faith by stressing Kemmel Hill capture while recounting Germany’s rumors of heavy losses and deadlocked western offensive. He condemns Prussian militarism and calls for democratic rule, citing brutal wartime acts and the brutalization of civilians.
The Mojave River Valley Chapter reports April Red Cross aid from Barstow and nearby towns. Items include bed jackets and sweaters from Barstow 28 sweaters and 44 red shirts plus other garments, Daggett bed shirts 29 and jackets 13, Hinkley bed shirts 11, Johannesburg bed shirts 6, Yermo bed shirts 39 and socks and handkerchiefs and wash cloths, with helmets and mufflers among the donations.
The So. Sierras Power Co installed a 20 horsepower electric motor at Waterman Ranch last week converting the irrigation pump to electric drive. It replaces a 25 horsepower gas engine and promises efficiency and less maintenance.
A good live man is sought to take the agency for a well priced light car. Liberal contract offered for Barstow and surrounding area to the right party. Address Standard Auto Exchange 444 D Street San Bernardino California.
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