Sugar scarcity and war effort urge saving in U S
A May 9 government outlook explains world sugar shortages due to war. Allies must import up to 1 26 million tons. Britain and France lose sources, shifting to Mauritius Cuba the Philippines and Peru. U S consumption links to liberty quotes and wartime duties. leaders call for steadfast patriotism and education-led support.
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Washington, D. C
United States Department of Agriculture
United States
United Kingdom
France
Germany
Austria-f Hungary
Belgium
Russa
Mauritius
India
Cuba
Peru
Java
Atlantic
Singland
Russia
Italy
Widow of Grover Cleveland Appeals to Women in 1920s New York
In New York on an appeal to women, Mrs. Preston widow of Grover Cleveland urges steadfastness and unity to secure national security work. She notes her roles in the National Security League and quotes the Liberty Bell pledge, highlighting inclusivity among diverse Americans.
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America
Ron
Amwerten
Nemo
Germany
National Security League
League
Dr. McElroy
Henry J. Allen
Offter
Wichita
Kan
Beacon
Philander P.teerton
U. S
John H. Finley
State of New York
Albert Bushnell Hart
Harvard
Charles B. Lydecker
The
College of the City of New
Security League
Shailer Mathews
Divinity School
University of Chicago
Stanwood Menken
Security Lague
Philip North Moore
St. Louis
National Council of Women
Thomas F. Moran
Purdue University
Charles P. Neill
Washington
Labor
Calvin W. Rise
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Arthur M. Wolfson
Com
Grover Cleveland
New York
British Gallantry Praised by Kaiser
Berlin fronts copy quotes Kaiser commending British soldiers for disciplined conduct on the field. The emperor reportedly follows battles daily and admires officers and men alike for their brave attitude in recent combat.
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Kaiser
Berlin
Apseixer
Constantine Ill in Zurich Reported by Paris Desk
Ex-king Constantine of Greece, last ruler exiled, is reportedly ill in Zurich according to Paris bureau dispatches. The note conveys uncertainty about his condition and links to ongoing questions regarding his status and travel.
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Paris
Constantine
Greece
Zurich
Phone Girl Buys Bonds for Each Brother Hans Killed
Cleveland waitress Miss Margaret Hibbard shares how she bought Liberty bonds after learning her brothers were killed or drafted in World War I. She bought $2500 more bonds in memory of her 12th London regiment brother killed in March 1917 and plans to support the war effort as she endures personal sacrifice.
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Hans
Margaret Hibbert
Ecenter
EB. J. Hibbard
Janes Hibbard
Cleveland
Margaret Hibbard
England
12Th London Regiment
Palestine
America
Robertson Case Sequel Seen in British Civil Military Clash
Washington May The present crisis in Britain is linked by observers to General Robertson’s retirement and General Maurice’s alleged sacrifice to shield the army. The discussion draws parallels to Lincoln era tensions between civilian officials and military leaders as Ireland’s conv ension looms and Grey and Asquith contemplate reform.
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Washington, D. C
May
Maurice
Robertson
Egainet
Eogland
Lincoln
Cnta
Sherman
Grant
Washington
Iriah
Local Accent Rumors Tie Casey to Lurance Company
In a terse exchange a Casey figure hints at a connection to a firm named Lurance, suggesting motive or influence. The remark follows news that an unnamed individual died suddenly last June, prompting speculation about power, influence, and possible ties to the company.
Army couriers keeping on fly during WWI draft era
An article notes the varied roles soldiers take in war time from rail and electrical work to bands, engineering, editing, and medicine. It highlights officers and enlisted men learning new trades in France and the impact on future value as breadwinners after the war.
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London
France
A. KE. F
Stars and Stripes
Preas
Blacksmitha
Agd
Uity
Paris
War-time couriers endure peril and travel between Paris and London
The article describes two couriers always en route between Paris and London with two in each city resting. They face uncomfortable trains and ships and daily suspense, yet dream of peacetime profits. One courier plans to remain in Europe after the war, hoping for a lucrative future in guide work.
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London
Paria
Europe
France
England
Paris
Londesa Town
Christian Science Relief Aids Soldiers and Refugees
The Christian Scientists of the Boston district report about 29 500 articles prepared and sent in three months to wounded men and war refugees. Knit garments and comfort kits total 16 000 items, 6 500 clothing pieces for refugee children, and 8 000 secondhand or remade clothes. The unit system trains captains and sewers, enabling 1 110 workers to produce over 1 000 garments weekly.
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Boston
Mass
Comforts
Christian Scientists
Comforta Forwarding Committee
Beaton
Aya
Christian Seientiaty
United States
German Charged With Murder of Mrs Maude King
Concord May 9 Otto Schumann a alleged German spy held as an enemy alien is charged by warrant with the murder of Mrs Maude A King a New York and Chicago widow killed at MackWater Springs near here last August. The affidavit cites Means’ prior acquittal and details a prewar German copper and rubber procurement scheme.
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Concord
Otto Schumann
Mia
Maude A. King
New York
Chicago
Mackwater Springs
Mear
Gaston’b. Means
M. N. Caldwell
Schumann
Meatin
Germany
United States
Means
North Caroina
North Caroltina
King
North
Ssolina
B. Ambrose
Northern Trust Company of
James C. King
Ambrose Aad Selmann
Blackwelder Springs
North Carolina
W. 5
Miller
Northern Trust Company
Mrs. King
Captain Bingham
Afton Means
Ernest Bury
Fugitive Schumann Alleged in Schoolhouse Mystery
The state contends the fugitive Schumann fled after a shooting near a spring. Witnesses describe him mounting a motorcycle, riding away rapidly, and returning briefly before speeding off again along the road toward the woods near the hill above the spring.
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Fehumann
Schumann
Bumper Wheat Crop Forecast by Department Estimates
United Press reports from Washington that farmers expect a bumper wheat crop this year due to wet conditions. Department of Agriculture estimates place winter wheat world output around 572 million bushels, among the largest on record.
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United Press
Washington
Department of Agriculture
Bringing Up Father Abroad at Atlas Theater Friday
The new Bringing Up Father Abroad sequel is drawing crowds this season at the Atlas theater. Cast includes Walter Vernon as Jiges, W F L Ryan, Sneek Boll, Loolee Earle, Brownie Carroll, Louise Wolfe and Percy Walling. The show opens Friday night with familiar favorites returning in the beloved Vesta comic strip world.
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Geo
McManus
Father
Chargcters
Walter Vernon
Jiges
W. FL. Ryan
Sneek’ Boll
Loolee Earle
Brownie Carroll
Louise Wolfe
Concessions to Germans and threats to Slavs in Austria
London dispatch notes that Premier von Seydler’s plan to rearrange Bohemia’s administration betrays concession to Germany and provokes Czech and southern Slav anger. Officials announce measures to quell southern disturbances, sparking widespread discontent among Czechs and Slavs.
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London
P Hague
Daily Mall
von Seydler
Bohemia
Austria
Famous Football Player Killed in France
Lieut. John Rosenwald, once a prominent western football figure and former University of Minnesota guard, was killed by shell fire in the Lunéville sector, while serving with the medical corps. His Minneapolis home was noted and he had earned distinction amid bombardments including the recent engagement.
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France
John Rosenwald
Medical Corps
Luneville
Rosenwald
Minneapolis
University of Minnesota
Aio
Peterson
Belgian Boys Forcibly Used Behind German Lines
London May reported by Foreign Secretary Balfour that the Foreign Office has been officially informed Belgian boys and youths are compelled to work behind the German battle lines.
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London
Balfour
House of Commons
Foreign Office
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Atlas
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Crown Rubber Co
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