Victory Liberty Loan oversubscribed as America pledges vast totals
The fifth and final Victory Liberty Loan oversubscribed with early estimates near six billion dollars. Officials cited strong national subscriptions with districts like Boston Cleveland Baltimore St Louis and Washington reporting quotas met or exceeded. The Navy led by Rear Admiral Cowie highlighted swift progress as the Victory ship reached New York with a triumphant convoy of destroyers in port.
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Removal of Silver Restrictions Sparks Market Jump
New York May 10 The removal of British silver export limits triggers another sharp rise in New York metal markets. Bar silver climbs to 1.41 per ounce, up from 4.05 3 4 yesterday and 1.01 1 2 at week’s start after the federal reserve board ended the export ban.
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Associated Press
New York
Federal Reserve Board
Twelfth District Over Top for Loan Victory Bond
John A. Calkins governor of the Twelfth district Federal Reserve Bank said late tonight that latest returns show the Twelfth district has safely surpassed its quota for Victory Liberty Loan redemptions.
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Associated Press
San Francisco
Calif
John A. Calkins
Federal Reserve Bank
Liberty Oan
EightYearOld Lands 3 3 4 Pound Trout At Lander Creek
In Lander Wyoming on an unclear May date a Sheriff’s son aged 8 used a bamboo pole and spinner to land a three and three fourth pound native trout. The fish measured 20 inches.
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Lander
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Pfred Lord
Gaylord
Allied Flotilla Attacks Russians on Rivers
Archangel May 10 The allied flotilla has taken the offensive on the Pyino and Vaga rivers. The forces launched from Tulgas on the Dvina and moved against positions along the Vaga.
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German Count’s Speech at Versailles Row Triggers Outcry
The article recalls Count Von Brockdorff-Rantzan failing to bow to the Allies at Versailles. He supposedly could not stand during the address and was critiqued for his stance. Remarks claim the count spoke with mastered control but limited passion as delegates questioned his feelings.
Navy plans trans Atlantic balloon flight with seaplanes
The Navy Department has nearly completed preparations for a trans Atlantic voyage by a dirigible balloon. NC 1 and NC 3 seaplanes, moored at Trepassey Bay, completed a testing hop from Montauk to Newfoundland in six hours fifty four minutes. If weather allows, the flight to the Azores could launch next week, with an original target of May 12 to 14.
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Navy May Start Air Ship Program With Seaplanes
The United States Navy may launch an air ship operation utilizing seaplanes, information reported from a briefing today. Officials indicated testing could begin soon following discussions at the base and with dirigible programs in development.
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Liberty Bond Slacker Round-Up by Santa Fe Workers
In SAN BEWNAMEQINO California May 10 fifteen hundred Santa Fe railroad shop workers conducted a bond slacker round-up targeting those who did not subscribe to the Victory Liberty loan. A broker's office was wrecked and the broker forced to buy a 500 bond at par. An individual accused of avoiding bonds sought police protection at a bank.
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Associated Press
San Bewnameqino
Calif
Santa Fe
Victory Liberty
Dutch Decide to Surrender Former Emperor to Allies
London dispatch reports May 11 that the Dutch government has decided to surrender the former German emperor to the allied powers following negotiations in The Hague.
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London
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Laramie County Tops War Bond Drive With 144 Percent
Laramie County exceeded its Victory Liberty Loan quota by 40 percent, pledging 1,999,600 with a county goal near 1,300,000. Statewide subscriptions neared 4.2 million with Wyoming targeting around 6.4 million. Women and soliciting committees contributed significant portions as figures continued to be tallied.
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Wyoming
Laramie
Joan
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Lhramie
Cheyenne
Men of 168th Infantry Returning Home From Muster Out
The unit left here today to be mustered out, including 68th Infantry personnel, 2 officers and 109 men, with Fort D. A. Russell in Wyoming listed as a reference point for the departure.
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Gamp Upton
68Th Infantry
Fort D. A. Russell
Wyoming
Clemenceau Rejects German Demands On Treaty Terms
Reports from Berlin and Paris say Germany submitted notes to Clemenceau rejecting harsh terms yet seeking verbal openings. The German plan for a league of nations drew protest, with officials asserting Allied rights to insist on terms substantially as drafted.
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Toledeans to Assist In Preserving Order
Several thousand Toledan business, professional, and working people will be sworn as special police Monday night to guard the Ly Willys Overland plant during labor troubles. About 10,000 workers were sent home after refusing a 40 hour week. Mayor Schreier and a committee from Overland discussed possible adjustments with company officials. No result announced as meeting adjourned until Monday.
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Toledo
Ohio
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Schreier
Overland
German Count Shifts Tone On America In Editorial
Count von Reventlow in the Zeitung changes his anti American stance and urges Germans not to rail at President Wilson. He says Wilson’s attitude was the greatest deception of his life and warns against national self deception while praising possible U S restraint.
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