Rise of US food exports to feed Europe postwar
Advocates increasing American food shipments to Europe to 20 million tons, arguing that hunger among liberated nations threatens democracy. Describes shortages in fats, beef, and protein feeds, notes transportation bottlenecks, and stresses the need for shared sacrifice to stabilize world civilization.
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United States
Europe
Australia
Ar.gentine
North America
West Indies
North
Russia
Pledge to Send Bread Promotes Allied Wheat Supply
The text describes American wheat exports to Europe during wartime, noting shipping limits eased, production gains, and conservation measures. It highlights figures from July to October and January to July, including 65,980,305 bushels shipped between July 1 and October 10 and a pledge to deliver 75,000,000 more by July 1. It emphasizes European bread needs, past shortages, and America’s role in sustaining Allied rations.
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Europe
United States
Australia
Lord Rhondda
America
Food Administration Principles Amid War Effort
The Food Administration’s early statement champions democratic initiative and national service in solving food problems. It asserts democracy can yield to discipline during emergencies and claims the approach would prove the nation’s faith and ability to defend itself without being Prussianized.
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Food Administration
Public notices urge enforcement of road obstruction statutes
A county official declares intent to enforce penalties under penal codes for obstructing public roads ditches and streets. He cites fines from five to five hundred dollars for tossing bottles cans dead fowls and animals into ditches and on roads. He asks public cooperation to improve roadwork using available funds.
Citation for Probate of Will in Robertson County Texas
The State of Texas to the Sheriff or any Constable of Robertson County Greeting. You are commanded to summon all persons interested in the estate of Mrs. Mary F. Hasterwood deceased by publication for ten days prior to the return day in a newspaper of general circulation in Robertson County to appear at the next County Court in Franklin on the first Monday in January 1919 to contest the application of A. J. Buckley filed December 18 1918 for the probate of the last will and testament of Mary I. Hasterwood and for letters testamentary. Witness R. R. Holbert Clerk. Dated December 18 1918.
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Robertson County
Mary F. Hasterwood
Roweson
Pranklin
A. J. Buckley
Mary I. Hasterwood
R. R. Holbert
Texas
Franklin
Robertson
Notice of Filing Account in Robertson County Texas
A sheriff or constable is commanded to publish a mowing notice in a newspaper for at least one year in Robertson County Texas. Verna Mathews guardian has filed in Robertson County Court the annual account of John Wood Mathews a minor. The next court term begins January 1, 1919, at Franklin courthouse. Interested parties may appear and contest the account.
For Sale At Bargain Prices From Boatner Estate
Bargain sale of estate properties of John L Boatner. Spot cash offered. For details contact Miss Clara Boatner or attorney J Felton Lane Hearne or write to executor Wallis P O Box 385 Mineola Texas.
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John L. Boatner
Clara Boatner
J. Felton Lane
Hearne
Wallis
Mineola
Texas
Poultry Remedy Ad Promises Better Egg Yields
Money from selling eggs is bankable not the hens. The ad promises B A Thomas Poultry Remedy will keep poultry in good condition and increase egg yield. Gatling Gatling Druggists guarantee satisfaction and money return if not satisfied.
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B. A. Thomas
Gatling & Gatling
Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days by PAZO OINTMENT
Druggists refund panel offers PAZO OINTMENT to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles. Descently relieves itching and promotes restful sleep after first application. Price 6Uc.
End of Wheat Export Triumph Cited in War Year
The article notes that ending to Europe 141 million bushels of wheat from a surplus appeared to be the outstanding exploit of the American food army in the critical year of the war.
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Europe
Greatest Opportunity Women Ever Had in War Service
A proclamation extols women’s pivotal role in supporting the nation during wartime. It lauds the duty of feeding warriors and war sufferers and celebrates the homemaking virtues that sustained the country through conflict and the pursuit of peace and freedom.
First Call to Food Army Speech 1917
Herbert Hoover urges national cooperation and service to support the war effort in the August 10 1917 call. The message appeals to Americans to do more for flag and freedom, signaling a mobilization drive during World War I.
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America
Herbert Hoover
Yearlong shift to voluntary food control marks democracy test
A year into voluntary food control, observers note a transition from bold experimentation to tested democratic efficiency as policy proves workable and stabilizes regulations without mandatory measures.
Cascarets Ad Claims Quick Liver Bowel Cleanse
An old advertisement promotes Cascarets as a 10 cent laxative that cleanses the liver and bowels. It urges adults and children to take the product nightly, claiming no griping and pleasant taste like candy while promising relief from bilious, headachy feelings and bad breath.
Dodson's Liver Tone vs Calomel Warned as Dangerous
A vintage advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe diuretic alternative to calomel for sluggish liver and bilious symptoms. It claims calomel causes cramps nausea and salivation, urging readers to buy the vegetable-based remedy instead for quicker relief and renewed energy. The copy cites quick results and child safety.
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Dodson
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Verna Mathews
F. M. Jones
Palmer, Okla
Mrs. Jones
Cardus
Cardui
F. B.burch
W. H. Elys & Brother
I.D. Hall
E. W
Groves
Ballard’s
Horehound
Dr. Henrick
Jas. F. Ballard
ST. Louis, Mo
JAS. L. Hazlett Drug CO
Scott Floral Co
Navasota, Texas
Southern Pacific
Louisiana
Bryan Hospital
Bryan, Texas
W. M. Johnson
Commissioners’ Court
Court House
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