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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1917
Page
2
The Bloomfield Democrat details the Greene county weekly paper’s founding in 1861 and publication schedule Friday and Tuesday semi weekly editions. It lists W. L. Slinkard as proprietor editor, subscription rates in advance, advertising rates, and mail details with Bloomfield Indiana post office.
An editorial stresses wartime food conservation urging citizens to sign the Hoover food pledge compact. It argues support is critical for allies and national victory, calling on Indiana residents to sign by November 4 and reduce wheat meat fats and sugar usage to aid the war cause.
The Food Administration plans to enroll at least twelve million housewives in its Conservation Week effort from October 28 to November 4. Indiana aims for a million pledged households, with both men and women to be enrolled. About a million and a quarter housewives have already signed pledge cards, secured mainly through informal groups and media publicity, as 8,150,735 families remain to be reached by half a million volunteers.
The piece argues food saving is patriotic and essential to feeding allies this winter. It emphasizes consuming abundant fruits and vegetables and wasting less, focusing on saving wheat beef pork fats and sugar for the war effort rather than personal finances.
Indianapolis officials report a dire Indiana coal shortage with schools possible closing. Public Service Commission Chairman Lewis says no action will obstruct government plans while awaiting a state fuel director. Authorities anticipate appointments within days as conservation efforts begin.
Secretary Redfield writes to industry leaders urging sacrifice to fund the second Liberty Bond, calling the loan a sacred act for national defense. He warns of a global threat from Germany and its atrocities, and stresses unity with Americans of all races and faiths in a shared, noble struggle.
Residents in Goshen raised 100 for the relief of Elizabeth Crane Dille eighty three and her husband Joseph B. Dille eighty five of Amelia Ohio. Mrs Dille appealed from her birth city explaining her father Oliver Crane donated the courthouse site for Elkhart county and a full block in the business district.
Relief Corps officers for the Sixth district were elected at the annual convention in Richmond. District president is Mrs. Nellie Compton of Cambridge City, senior vice president Mrs. Maude Vogelsong of Rich Mond, treasurer Mrs. Mae Caccady of Middletown, and inspector Mrs. Nettle Wink of Knightstown.
In South Bend on October 15 the body of Edward Cummins, 44, was found in the St. Joseph river. The coroner ruled Cummins died by unlawful means, with indications of a blow to the head by a stone or piece of tron, resolving his prior disappearance.
Thirty five members of the Fifth Indiana cavalry attended the annual reunion in Greenwood. John L. Mitchell of Montmorenci served as association president with Judge Ira W. Christian of Noblesville and Rev. Peter McEwen of Greenwood delivering addresses. The next reunion is planned for Greenwood.
Senator James E Watson will address Wabash on Thursday October 15 as Merchants' Day is observed. Theodore Roosevelt declined due to prior commitments and will not attend. Stores and factories will close at noon with an afternoon program to follow.
A general reception for drafted men will be held at the Louisville Y M C A on October 26. Invitations extend to eastern Illinois Indiana and Kentucky residents. Speakers will be Major General Hale and Senator James E Watson of Indiana.
Alexandria residents entered the city beautiful contest run by the local business association. More than 100 entrants vied for prizes and $150 will be distributed among the winners in the coming days.
The Monterey high school published its first issue of the Monterey High School Weekly after the Monterey Herald’s discontinuance left the town without a newspaper.
Purchasers of the second Liberty Loan of 1917 gain comfort from aiding the government and from semiannual interest. The bonds offer liquidity, allowing sale any day, and continuous earnings through interest every six months.
Joe Cannon and Senator James P. Watson visited Fort Wayne on October 15. Watson spent most of his time at the Commercial club, while Cannon was greeted by A. J. Vesey and J. M. Henry and taken for a brief car ride.
A patriotic appeal by N. Walter MacIntyre of St. Louis urges a Liberty Bond in every home. The voice extols bonds as a means to peace, protection of home and land, and proof of civic obligation, urging readers to subscribe today.
Frank J. Meany was sent to the Indiana state farm for 80 days after a guilty verdict for bootlegging. He was fined $50 and costs in the Mayor Lewis court.
Indianapolis Oct 15 The supreme court adjourned until October 30 delaying a decision on the woman suffrage case to that date.
Secretary of Labor William B. Wilson urges workers to support the second Liberty Loan to fund food, arms, and supplies for U S troops. He says wage earners face unique stakes in democracy and war, and that collective sacrifice can flood funds when individual drops join.
An ongoing telephone drive by the Woman's Organization led by Mrs. John Holliday urges women to buy and sell Liberty Bonds. Mrs. Mechin and Mrs. Kennedy emphasize duty, noting supporters include women with sons in service and proximity to frontline action.
The Liberty Loan drive sees hired farm workers showing interest in investing, despite not owning farms. Farmers pledge to produce food, lend money, and support national goals. Three thousand St. Louis Boy Scouts will parade at noon Saturday October 20 to canvass homes for Liberty Loan bonds.
Morristown schools have been in session only about half a week as the heating plant breaks down. The disruption affects classes and place heating across the district.
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