Resume of War Conditions From a Boston Man to Bristol
A letter from Charles P Coffin describes wartime perspectives after the US entry into the conflict. He notes German plans, Western Front actions, and French advances toward Laon, plus mentions of draft debates, troop deployment, and support for Allies. He also comments on embargoes, Mexican arms policy, and spring weather as he plans to plant vegetables.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Congress
Russia
Romania
Laon
Lens
St. Quentin
Europe
France
Washington
War Department
Mexico
la Follette
Senate
Charles P Coffin
Food shortage warning calls for big U S wheat effort
A public appeal warns that world food supplies are tightening as spring advances. It urges immediate nationwide organization to boost crops, with emphasis on wheat and garden cultivation to feed Allies and civilians during wartime. It highlights government projections, the need for personal action, and enlistment of youths in food production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Belgium
Great Britain
France
Italy
Holland
Denmark
Norway
Sweden
Switzerland
Spain
Kand
United States
America
Iowa
Wilson
Local harvest drives community led food work
Potatoes beans onions and related crops form the basis of a community effort. Each group proceeds without outside aid as local organizations coordinate. The overall outcome hinges on the efficiency and cooperation of the participating communities.
Automobile Registrations at State Board Office
Last week the State Board of Public Roads recorded numerous registrations from Bristol Warren and Barrington. Notable entries include John W Mills Bristol Cadillac 31 hp phaeton Manuel Espinosa Bristol Overland 31 hp touring and Samuel P Colt Bristol Studebaker 24 hp delivery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
State Board of Public Roads
John W. Mills
Bristol
Cadillac
H. P. Phaeton
Manuel Espinosa
Overland
H. P. Touring
Domenico Milazzo
Hi. P. Delivery
Samuel P. Colt
Studebaker
H. P. Delivery
Erastus M. Buckingham
Warren
H. P
Howard P. Cornell
Barrington
Packard
O’bannon Corporation
Peerless
Konrad F. Sonnenstuhl
West Barrington
Oldsmobile
Daniel J. O'Neil
Ford
The Sword of Washington and Franklin Associations
Quote laden reminiscence credits Washington with never drawing his sword except for country and notes Franklin as philosopher of the press and plow. John Quincy Adams reflects on preparedness as a means of preserving peace, citing Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Franklin
John Quincy Adams
Sealed proposals sought for Rhode Island road reconstructions
State Board of Public Roads invites bids for nine sections in Cumberland Smithfield Johnston Cranston Warwick North Kingstown Portmouth Tiverton Warren Bristol East Providence and others. Bids due May 9 1917 at 12 M with $200 certified check. plans available May 1 1917. Right to reject bids and give locality preferences reserved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board OF Public Roads
Rhode Island
State House
Providence
R. I
John F. Richmond
William C. Peckham
Benjamin F. Robinson
Abram L. Atwood
Frank Cole
Wsay
Wiere
Posey
Mendon Road
Cumberland
Putnam Pike
Smithfield
Hartford Pike
Johnston
New London Turnpike
City of Cranston
Arwick
Boston Neck Road
North Kingstown
Taunton Avenue
East Providence
Main Road
Warren
Bristol
East Main Road
Portsmouth
Sakonnet Point Road
Tiverton
Benjamin F Robinson
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Boston
First National Bank
New York City
Usco
Sansone Bros
Sword OF Washington
Binghamton, N. Y
William W. Franklin & Co
Wood St
State OF
Allen
Wood ‘Street
Frank C. Child
Bufington’s Pharmacy
District Court of the United States
District of Rhode Island
John M. King
Johnny
Sai Court
Nathan W. Littlefield
G. M. Wilbur
Union Street
Dorchester Mutual Fire Ins. Co
E. L. Watson & CO
Industrial Trust Co
R. L
Talbot & Hopkins Electrical Contractors
Bradford Street
W. C. Talbot
W. Hopkins
G.W. Simmons Undertakers and Funeral Directors
HE. L.F. Colweell
Telephone
Constitution Street
J. L. Gifford
Cor
Hope and Pleasant Sts
Walter H. Coggeshall
E. W. Weaver
Otis L. Wood
DeWolf Avenue
Northup
Isaac B. Munro
Garfield Ave
Insurance and Mortgages
N. J
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