03 May 1917
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Newspaper
Decorah Republican
Location
Decorah, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1917
Page
1
A cluttered entry lot lists medical doctors Drs Sl DRS Stabo Campbell Albert E Conrad osteopathic physician W M Strand attorney W Johnson printing sugar bowl ice cream factory and various services in Decorah Iowa with office hours and addresses. The page resembles a weekly newspaper directory with multiple professionals and local business notices.
A broad collection of opinions touches on war, politics, and society. It praises patriotism and public virtue, critiques politicians, and notes economic strains from global conflict while reflecting on democracy, media, and youth patriotism. It also mentions birds with alarm signals and a debate on electricity’s nature.
Elihu Root former secretary of state accepts the chairmanship of the American commission to Russia after talks with President Wilson and Secretary Lansing at the White House. The panel will have three or four leaders plus staff and is to depart for Russia shortly to provide political financial transportation and commercial aid and guidance.
Gifford Pinchot declares food production crucial to victory in World War I. He argues the safety of the United States and Allies rests on American farmers who must grow abundant crops and defend democracy against Kaiserism. He urges fair prices and labor for harvest.
Attorney General’s Office studies permissible liquor handling under bone dry laws. Questions arise on sacramental wine purchases from permit holders and the right to manufacture or sell by local growers. Unclear rules on bringing liquor into town for personal use from outside the state and limits for outside quantities remain to be resolved as enforcement tightens.
Washington reports the administration bill for selective draft passes both chambers by large margins. Ages 21 to 27 in the Senate version and 21 to 40 in the House plan will be reconciled in conference. Officials estimate 7 to 16 million eligible, with pay raised to 20 dollars monthly in the Senate version and 30 dollars in the House.
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