United States War Draft Aims for Four Million By 191
Maj. Gen. Crowder testifies before the Senate Military Affairs Committee detailing a War Department plan to grow the army toward 4,000,000 by January 1. The program relies on enlarging draft age limits and weeding out in Class 1 to add 400,000, plus 200,000 new 21 year olds, reaching about 3,875,000 by year end.
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Washington
Enoch Crowder
Senate Committee On Military Affairs
War Department
Congress
Crowder
Wages Raised for Railroad Shopmen by McAdoo
Director General McAdoo boosted railroad shopmen pay to 68 cents per hour retroactive to June 1, with higher rates for assistants and mechanical departments. Beginning Aug 1 eight-hour days will be standard, and overtime, Sunday, and holiday work paid at 1.5 times. Back pay to follow. about 500,000 workers nationwide benefit, adding nearly $100 million to annual payroll.
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Washington
McAdoo
Commission On Railroad
France and Americans Compared in War Efforts
A Reuters dispatch from American headquarters contrasts French and American troops' approaches. It notes French willingness to sacrifice lives for strategic gains, while praising American boldness but noting Americans focus on measured methods and timing. The report mentions German drive plans and church-sanctioned events tied to wartime actions.
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London
Reuter
France
Simple Fall School Frocks Highlight Wartime Style Shifts
An article notes fall school outfits for children from kindergarten to college girls emphasize plain, practical designs. It advocates remaking wool garments to conserve resources and showcases two frocks with functional pockets shoulder straps and subtle trim as model ideas.
Serge and Georgette Dress Style Describes Navy Serge and Georgette Combination
A new model features a navy blue serge dress with a narrow skirt and a sleeveless serge jacket. The front apron effect is georgette with beaded sleeves, a beaded fringe along the apron, and knee length embroidery in bright colors.
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Serge
Georgette
Georgete
Dyeing Tips for Clean Fabrics
In dyeing anything the best results come from clean items. Boil them in water to remove dirt and rinse thoroughly in clear cold water.
Hand-Sewing on Undermuslin Fashions in Midsummer
Women who sew well enjoy midsummer undertopwear work with hand stitching and delicate trims. Lightweight silks and cottons dominate, especially crepe de chine and batiste, in pink and flesh tones, with ribbons, tucks, and embroidery shaping gowns and nightdresses.
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Wilks
Ite
Growing Stronger In Grace From Luke And Peter
The lesson outlines Jesus growing in wisdom and stature at age twelve in the temple, then expanding to growth in grace through virtues listed by Peter. It emphasizes developing virtue knowledge temperance patience godliness brotherly kindness and charity as signs of enduring faith.
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Tsaiah
Philiopians
Christ
Jesus
Jerusalem
Temple
Joseph
Mary
God
Peter
Cooling Tanks for Cream Process and Practices
A USDA guide explains cooling cream after separation by placing it in cold water, stirring, and maintaining temperatures below 60 F, preferably under 50 F. It covers water sources, tank construction, insulation, and handling to ensure uniform ripening and prevent mixing with older cream.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Government restricts use of road materials for wartime repairs
The United States fuel administration and the office of public roads announce a committee will approve applications for petroleum, asphalt, or tar products for highway work. L. W. Page chairs the committee. permits hinge on wartime needs and road maintenance priorities amid scarce supplies.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United States Fuel Administration
Office of Public Roads
L. W. Page
Washington
Page
Oil Division
The
Fuel Administration
United States
Graded Road Maintenance By The Road Drag
The road drag keeps graded roads in top condition with less labor by scraping projections and filling low spots to prevent water pooling. Persistent use yields a crowned, smooth, hard bed, reducing dust from grinding ruts and rough patches. From Extensing Division N D Agricultural College.
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N. D. Agricultural College
Value of Motortruck and Good Roads Highlight Prosperity
Farmers recognize the motortruck and better roads as keys to prosperity. The motorcar era boosts health wealth and happiness for the farmer, with strong belief that transport advances uplift rural life and agriculture.
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Ieee
Warreforms in Prison Labor Reports
Reports to the national committee on prisons and prison labor indicate ongoing reforms amid wartime labor demands. The document notes adjustments to inmate work programs and possible policy shifts aiming to balance production needs with rehabilitation goals. The summary reflects official concerns about efficiency and humane treatment during the period.
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Mafional Committee On Prisons
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