Broader Scope of War Insurance Policy Debate
Government officials consider expanding U S wartime insurance to cover additional cargo and shipping risks. The discussion centers on potential safeguards and policy expansions as March plans unfold.
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Newspaper
Houston Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1917
Page
1
Government officials consider expanding U S wartime insurance to cover additional cargo and shipping risks. The discussion centers on potential safeguards and policy expansions as March plans unfold.
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