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Newspaper

Fredericksburg Standard

Location

Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 27, 1918

Page

4

Disasters in Guatemala Shake Nation and City Devastation

The article describes a string of earthquakes in Guatemala during December and February, linking tremors to the moon and local superstition. It notes Amatitlan suffering most, widespread destruction in Guatemala City, many buildings destroyed or unsafe, and a near 90 percent collapse rate among structures. The Reforma area cathedral center tower and statues are damaged, with a massive rebuilding task ahead as officials strive to recover from the catastrophe.

Republic Amatitlan Eny Eveling el Carmen Cee New Ami Nome Guatemala Thalis Reforma Cathedral

Trade plans denied by Commerce official at foreign trade meet

Washington reports quote Barwell Cusier head of the Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce denying Allied plans to regulate postwar trade. He warned against hasty actions and urged careful analysis of raw materials control and distribution after the war. He noted British committees evaluating raw materials and stressed prioritizing regions of battle and allies in trade recovery.

Cumimmati Barwell S Cusier Department of Commerce Baroge Mertwtler Forestrate Patien Cutler

Guardian s Tormented By Lawful Duty During Reconstruction

A fragmented reflection argues that guarding existing laws is essential in early Reconstruction while predicting a surge in demand for goods as regional commerce expands. It notes the challenge of balancing plentiful prosperity with foreign supply needs and the risk of overproduction or misdirected policy.

Equaal Distribute

Best Substitute Loaf Bread Contest Offered by Food Administration

The Food Administration invites hotel and restaurant bakers to compete for a $500 prize plus two runner up awards for an all bread loaf using no wheat or rye. Entrants must be American citizens, employed in a hotel or restaurant, and have six months in current position. One 16 ounce loaf plus two typed recipes must arrive at the Hotel Division by May 15.

Washington The Food Administration

Bureau Plans to Reopen San Marcos Hatcheries

Washington D. C. April 23 The Federal Bureau of Fisheries is preparing to reopen the San Marcos Fish Hatcheries around the last part of next month. Bureau officials praised Texas Legislature for authorizing state cooperation in hatchery operations.

Washington, D. C Federal Bureau of Fisheries San Marcos Texas

Drive Calls Extra Million Allied Soldiers to Colors

Allied forces have called up over one million additional troops beyond those already in the field against Germany. Winston Churchill, minister of munitions, announced this at a speech to the American labor delegation visiting England.

Drive Associated Press London Germany Winston Spencer Churchill England

Ladies advertise Gossard Front Lace at The Daylight Store

Advertisements promote Gossard Front Lace and American Lady Corsets for sale at The Daylight Store in Burbrrier Maier. The notice emphasizes fashionable foundation garments and local retail availability.

Burbrier- Maier

Treason and Murder in Lish at Travis Court

In the Sich Division many non English speakers are concentrated, especially Mexican descent. Sixty eight Spanish only, and others: Bohemian fifteen, German nine, Chinese three, Swedish two, plus one each of French Danish Syrian Hindi Italian Polish. English instruction will be provided. a census of non English speakers was called for. The division includes men from Oklahoma and Texas. In San Francisco a Hindu revolutionary Ram Chandra was shot in United District Court after a dispute over ownership of funds to aid revolutionaries. Ram Singh retaliated at close of trial, both men among thirty defendants facing conspiracy charges. The trial began last November and jurors deliberated late.

Oklahoma Texas IS. A. Express Associated Press San Francisco Ram Chandra United District Court Uni James B Ram Singh India

George E Bell Dies in Plane Crash Near Benbrook Field

Fort Worth Texas April 23 George E Bell a lieutenant from New York was killed instantly when his plane plummeted into a nose dive and crashed near Benbrook Field Tuesday afternoon A cadet companion escaped with minor injuries The tragedy occurred while the aviators were stationed here for training

L. A. Express Fort Worth Tex George E. Bell Benbrook Field Bell New York

Burnet Man Appointed

Marble Falls Tex April 23 Brig Gen Jacob Wolters of Houston has commissioned E M Davis of Burnet to organize a troop of cavalry in Burnet and Lampasas Counties.

A. Express Marble Falls Tex Jacob Wolters Houston E. M. Davis Burnet Lampasas

STANDARD PATTERNS SALE AT BARRIER-MAIER CO

The notice advertises pattern patterns and designer items for sale at Barrier-MaiER Co. buyers are invited to view inventory and prices, with emphasis on standard patterns and related merchandise in a retail context.

Kansas City Beef Prices Advance Shocks Housewives

Kansas City Missouri April 23 housewives pay five to ten cents more a pound for choice cuts as wholesale beef prices rise after the latest packer announcement.

Kansas City Associated Press

Special vegetable and meat soup at Lewis K Smiths

People who appreciate good eats know the special vege table and meat soup at Lewis K Smiths short order restaurant is a real treat. Try a plate and be convinced. They serve you with everything ef that’s good to eat at any time. Lewis K Smith, Prop.

Lewis K. Smith

Work Mules for Sale from Durst & Hitzfeld

Thirty good gelding work mules offered by Durst & Hitzfeld for sale. Interested buyers may contact the dealers for details on availability and pricing.

T& 33 Durst & Hitzfeld

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Eleanor Morruen Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce United States Food Administration Federal Food Administration Ge. & Peden Administrateor Bulletin No Bureau F.o. B Louis Kott & Co Ford Travis Court Benbrook C. Treadwell Optometrist Fredericksburg Gold Building F. Stein & Son Yeeeee Gillespie Baitor Mr. J Harper Her Julius BANKE Tiny Tin Kiemer Han Oahe Thark Liners UK Call
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