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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1918
Page
4
A pamphlet-like passage warns that life insurance protects families as many stats show high odds of economic hardship without coverage. It urges printing addresses for accuracy in military pay, government checks, and mail delivery, urging newspapers to share the hint.
J S Milloy of Minot spoke to a farmers’ committee here on an invitation from local farmers. After remarks, Milloy queried J P McDonald about his hundred dollar note, and McDonald replied he gained experience in signing notes and being grafted. Milloy asked for advice on recovering his note, noting others plan to demand theirs back.
Evidences accumulate that American savers, led by savings banks and postal savings, outpaced government demands in 1917. Postal deposits grew after July despite Liberty Loan. savings banks and cooperative loans also rose. Total US savings are estimated to have jumped from a usual five to six billion dollars yearly to about fifteen billion in 1917. The public response to national economy needs was broad and generous.
In a mock scene from Grandville ND Herald, a tired soldier tells a colonel he must quit due to endless battles. The piece parallels civilians at home refusing war drives like Red Cross and Liberty Loans, noting many calls are overwhelming.
In a humorous exchange a captain complains the compass needle runs wild after the crew wins Iron Crosses. A sailor wishes for a day off to search for a job for his wife, while another asks if he will return tomorrow, hoping his wife is not the cause of trouble.
War era briefing notes report India as the top importer of cotton goods. Army enlistments since April 1, 1917 exceed 370,000, and the War Department Training Camp Activities program includes 65 women deputy sheriffs near camps nationwide. Rye flour substitution for Victory bread extended to March 31. Red Cross seeks a new 100 million dollars for war relief, aiming May 6 start, with 90 million already appropriated. Germany reports increased wood use for combs, and Birch and Beechwood produce high quality toilet combs. Only Liberty motor 12-sR type for planes is produced now, due to shift to high-powered engines. Navy base hospital capacity reaches 600 beds in war zone, with potential aid for Army and allies. Presidential proclamation caps malt liquor within limits. U.S. trade with Russia totals 428 million in 1917, down 39 million from 1916 due to congestion and Vladivostok restrictions. Fertilizer licensing required by March 20. Canadian order allows free meat cattle entry until Feb 7, 1919 for residents under ministerial regulations. Poignant wartime poem excerpt laments soldiers in Flanders fields and honors Maryland.
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