Victory Liberty Loan drive opens as nation funds war effort
The Victory Liberty Loan begins with a nationwide campaign to raise bonds for postwar needs. Women play a leading role, notably Mrs. E. P. Reppert of Dallas and Milam County leader Mrs. T. S. Henderson, who coordinated drives across Texas and Milam, supporting veterans, reconstruction, and Red Cross efforts.
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United States
United States Treasury Department
Federal Reserve
E. P. Reppert
Dallas
National Liberty Loan Committee
Texas
Milam County
T. S. Henderson
Woman’s Liberty Loan Committee
Milam
Cameron
Red Cross
Victory Loan Campaign Opens With Optimistic Reports
Washington April 22. Telegrams to the treasury show a distinct tone of optimism on opening day of the Victory Loan Campaign. In St Louis district several counties oversubscribed and Detroit reported oversubscription. Central West banks note farmers urging hold of Victory notes. Cleveland district closes schools and businesses to aid the drive.
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Washington
Treasury Department
Federal Reserve District
St. Louis
Missouri
Illinois
Arkansas
Mississippi
Memphis
Kansas City
Detroit
Glass
John W. Staley
City Loan Committee
Treasury Review
Central West
Cleveland
Notes of Victory Liberty Loan Offer Details
The government issues two notes maturing May 20 1923. One type pays 3 to 4 percent yearly with tax exemptions except estate taxes. The other type pays 3 84 percent and also excludes all taxes except estate taxes. Both can switch types. Key payment dates begin May 10 and proceed monthly through November 11 with final payment by May 20. Accrued interest affects last installment.
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W. G. McAdoo
E. B. Reppert
France
W.G. Gillis
Milam County Victory Loan Committee
Federal Reserve Districta
I Ocean
Neosuade