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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1917
Page
4
A Boston Transcript editorial criticizes government ownership of coal mines noting that the public would struggle to bear higher fuel costs. The piece frames price increases as a likely outcome of nationalization and urges caution.
Consul Felix S Johnson representing the United States in Kingston Ontario sees an opening for American toys in the province. He notes German toys previously dominated both Canadian and American markets. He suggests that postwar, disabled German soldiers may become toy suppliers unless the U S enforces protective tariffs.
The article discusses rising silver prices surpassing levels since 1878 and premium patterns in India and the Americas, noting growing talk of remonetization and bimetallism. It warns that postwar indebtedness may push nations to increase basic money stock, potentially aligning with Bryan’s long‑advocated doctrine.
Before the war the Allies drew heavily on sugar from Central Powers regions, with over a quarter of world supply produced in those areas. The piece urges Americans to cut consumption, noting per capita use in the United States is about four ounces daily and suggesting a goal of three ounces to help Allies.
Mr G H Smith of Brewerton New York reports long standing stomach trouble. Indigestion and heaviness after meals ease with one or two Chamberlain's Tablets which also serve as a pleasant laxative. He says the tablets tone the stomach and help it function normally. Try them to get well and stay well.
The Official Bulletin reports United States sugar needs rely on imports from Cuba as U.S. production totals about one million tons while consumption runs about four times that. The food administration urges support for this key domestic industry and warns that wartime blockades could cut off sugar supplies, criticizing policies seen as creating dependence.
The Portland Spectator argues that despite a direct fight against German autocracy and the Kaiser, Germans are loyal to their nation and leader to a degree. The piece cautions against assuming Germans want Kaiserism removed by foreign force, noting mutual death struggle and wartime sacrifice while recognizing a virtuous loyalty to their state.
A fragment from the Baltimore American shows a playful exchange where a boy named Tommy and his father discuss plans about a hen party and chicken feed. A lady visitor and the speaker reference tomorrow and supper in lighthearted dialogue.
Summaries of weekend visits include Mr and Mrs David Johnson and family of Somerville with Peter Johnsons in Hightstown, Wilton Lanning in New York, and multiple gatherings among McDougalls Pepplers Rockhill and Chamberlins plus Robbinsville and Ezra residents during Sunday visits.
General John F. O'Ryan, newly promoted major general, champions bone dry prohibition for military efficiency and warns alcohol breeds inefficiency. Captain Oliver Hezzlewood cites 30 000 Canadian troops in camp with no crimes due to prohibition and urges camps abroad be prohibition zones. The speaker notes saloons do not alleviate poverty and often worsen it.
A reflective quote by James Clarkson Harvey discusses how yesterday forms today and tomorrow remains fragile, shaped by circumstance and breath. The lines emphasize time as a building material and fleeting, wind driven.
If children suffer croup get a bottle of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and follow the plain directions for quick relief when an attack comes on.
Austin C Snedeker administrator of the Raymond A Snedeker estate gives notice to creditors to present debts demands and claims under oath within nine months from August 16 1917 or be forever barred.
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