Nation Faces Food Policy and Fuel Price Pressure
The piece cites rising coal costs and calls for action by federal authorities to ease prices for the poor. It notes government war insurance rate reductions aiding merchant shipping and discusses food administration efforts led by C. D. L. Vanstory. It observes wheat quality rising from 71 to 92 percent and questions public attitudes toward Hoover's food guidance.
Potsdam council strong words on Wilson amid German crisis
A Potsdam town council letter denounces Wilson’s peace note as shameless and hypocritical while praising the Kaiser and warning against Allied influence. The piece notes German naval mutiny rumors, civilian strikes, and a reshaping government as Chancellor Michaelis faces pressure and the Reichstag is sidelined. The tone mocks Potsdam’s certainty amid growing German opposition and social unrest.
A Better Plan for Mobilizing American Manpower
The piece outlines Representative Kahn's plan to register men aged 18 to 40 for potential military service and national tasks. It discusses enrolling up to 21 million more Americans, prioritizing home defense and productive use, and warns against overextending manpower like Britain. Emphasizes cooperative effort, public spirit, and using manpower data to allocate work.
Rate increase debate shadows rail freight costs
Discussion argues whether railroads should seek higher freight rates to cover rising operating expenses sparked by the Adamson eight hour law. Officials claim costs rose while efficiency improved, and public movement of goods, passengers, and mail has increased, with war contracts boosting manufacturing demand. A separate mutiny report aboard naval vessels hints at a government plot, with mentions of Trust Wilhelmetrasse and devilishness.
Liberty Loan Plea Hits Hardest on Americans at Home
The Wilmington Star editorial urges Americans to fund the war effort, arguing a $5 billion loan is a small price for liberty earned at Valley Forge. It stresses the $250 billion national wealth and $6 million already raised by soldiers, warning complacency could invite German threats and endanger the nation.
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War Bonds and Public Duty in Small Town Life
A town poster and citizen discuss wartime bond support as essential for national safety and the fighting men. The piece contrasts indifference with practical patriotism, urging shoppers to buy bonds to equip soldiers and sustain the republic. Also notes sports and railroad news items amid a page of assorted notes.
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