Dutch Statement on Seizure of Part of Fleet
The Official Gazette presents the Dutch government response to the U S proclamation and President March 20 statement on seizing part of the Dutch merchant fleet. It condemns the act as indefensible under international law and criticizes U S defenses and treatment of Dutch ships and port access, noting strained friendship.
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Associated Press
the Hague
Netherlands
United States
Zeelandia
Ameri
Liberty Bond appeal and local shops advertise products
The text promotes Liberty Bonds as the safest investment, highlighting allied support and U.S. consumption of American goods. It also lists Stewart Shearing Machines, Kolmeier & Klier Co, Hall's Confectionery, and Busy Bee offering Easter novelties, mohair items, and small treats to attract customers.
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United States
Toeir Best
Liberty Bonds
Stewart
Kolmeier & Klier Co
Hall
Japan Agrees To Give U S 450000 Tons Of Shipping
Associated Press report from Tokio states an agreement to turn over 450000 tons of shipping to the United States. Immediate 150000 tons at no cost beyond allied charter rates. Japan to cover a 18000000 yen shortfall. 100000 tons of new ships to be delivered May–Dec in exchange for equal steel tonnage. Remaining 200000 tons to be shipped later under mutual terms. Plan arranged by American Ambassador Roland Morris with government and shipbuilders.
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Associated Press
Tokio
Japan
United States
Roland §. Morris
Airman Discovers Fire At San Antonio Government Barn
An airman flying near a Government barn on Carson and Frank Streets alerted soldiers to a fire that killed fourteen horses and mules and caused about 12000 dollars in damage. The flier, not identified, performed dramatic maneuvers to attract attention before signaling the blaze. Investigations follow amid a spate of mysterious fires on Government property in six weeks.
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Carson and
Frank Streets
San Antonio
Department
Albert Vreeland Confesses Robbery and Murder
L A Express reports Camp McArthur soldier Albert Vreeland admits in writing to the robbery and murder of Herman Stolte committed Saturday night in Waco Texas on the former April 3 dispatch.
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Albert Vreeland
Stolte
L. A. Express
Waco
Texas
Camp McArthur
Herman Stolte
Complete Fishing Tackle Line At H Kuenemann Store
H Kuenemann advertises a large assortment of fishing tackle across all kinds. Customers are invited to call or visit to see the extensive stock and obtain any desired gear.
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H. Kuenemann
Thrift Stamps urge Texas soldiers to fight for America
Long trains carry Texas soldiers to ports for France as citizens are urged to invest in War Savings and Thrift stamps. The message stresses American duty to fund the war effort, keep Kaiser's ships bottled up, and support sailors and marines from Texas who defend the home front.
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Texas
France
America
Wilhelm
Bremenhaven
Save the Boys and Buy War Savings Stamps
A wartime plea urges investing in War Savings Stamps and Thrift Stamps as a safe, patriotic way to save lives and money. It argues money invested now will return with interest within five years, while nonparticipation costs soldiers their lives and the nation. The message emphasizes duty, financial gain, and government bonds for small denominations.
War Savings Societies to Aid Soldiers at Home
Soldiers serving abroad need support from War Savings Societies at home. Pledgers invest in War Savings Stamps to fund war efforts, help troops reach Berlin, and ensure safer returns to Texas. If not in uniform, join or form a War Savings Society to back the soldiers.
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War Savings Society
War Savings Societies
Berlin
Texas
War Savings Societies Report Requirements
The secretary of each War Savings Society must report its formation to Louis Lipsitz, State Director, National War Savings Committee, Dallas. Two blank forms L5 and L4, obtainable from the State Director or County Chairman, must be filled and mailed to Mr Lipsitz.
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War Savings
War Savings Society
Louis Lipsitz
National War Savings Committee
Dallas
Texas
Lipsitz
Hold-up of Drive by Allies Puzzle To War Experts
Washington April 3 observers puzzled by lack of a greater counter assault after Picardy stalemate. They debate if General Foch plans a broader offensive and whether American troops will be used to bolster allied divisions. Speeding American troop movements to France draws attention as war aims remain under discussion.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Picardy
Frors
Bliss
Pershing
Baker
War Department
France
Foch
Wilson
Mobilization plans expand as selective draft drawn
Reports indicate the United States plans to mobilize 800000 men through the selective draft this year with a larger initial call than previously planned. Housing and transport preparations accelerate while French and British troop movements to France speed up. Casualty estimates from the Picardy front are disputed but suggest heavy losses on both sides, with German casualties possibly numbering in the hundreds of thousands.
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United States
France
War Department
Pershing
Picardy
President allocates $250000 for detention homes for women
President Wilson sets aside 250000 from the war emergency fund for the Commission of Training Camp Activities to build reformatories and detention houses for delinquent girls and women near camps, primarily in the South. The plan projects cottages for 30 to 60 occupants with state cost-sharing. a disbursement committee led by Fosdick includes Mrs. Newton D. Baker.
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Associated Press
Washington, D.C
Wilson
Commission of Training
Fosdick
Newton D. Baker
Loyal Negro Has Man Arrested On Charge of Abusing President
In Llano Texas on April 3 Paul Vogt a middle aged German was arrested after allegedly abusing President Wilson in front of Jarl Moore a patriotic negro who swore out the warrant Vogt claimed to travel from New York to California and from the Great Lakes to the Gulf for Germany He had a registration card showing Lampasas Texas as his registration and Izora Texas as his home
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Associated Press
Llano
Texas
Paul Vogt
Wilson
Jarl Moore
Vogt
New York
California
Great Lakes
Gulf
Germany
Lampasas
Izora
Property Listing by E C Hansen Real Estate and Loans
E C Hansen real estate and loans advertises property listings and financing options. Offers buy sell and mortgage services with emphasis on local market knowledge and prompt processing. Contact details and office location provided for prospective clients seeking purchase or loan assistance.
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E. C. Hansen
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U. S
Stewart Shearing
Otto Evers
Saddlery and
Harness Shop
Sarre OF Texas
Sylvania Woods
Clifton Mills
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