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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1918
Page
1
The article argues high taxes in Britain and the United States reflect wealth and loan demands. It compares income taxes by brackets from 1 060 to 15 000 dollars, noting exemptions and favors for moderate earners. It suggests liberty bonds as safer than higher future direct taxation and discusses broader financial implications and public sentiment.
Washington April 1 President Wilson ordered full co ordination of efforts to mobilize America's aid to Allied forces on the Western Front. Reports indicate the contribution will be far greater than previously believed as troops and material are deployed amid a hopeful outlook for decisive action.
Washington reports expect heavy battles in Picardy shift to other fronts while a German hold on Irkutsk is noted. In White Plains a miners vote looms as UMWA criticizes operators for high profits and low wages amid car shortages and rising living costs.
The Gazette notes general acceptance of daylight saving with one hour ahead set by most households. Describes minor confusions, missed trains, and a church timing mishap as residents adapt to the time shift. A disrupted household separation notice follows a man stating he will not be responsible for his wife’s expenses.
Resident informed of the critical condition of beef products raising fears of government takeover of packing houses as the food situation grows dire.
Washington April 1 government move to run major beef packers gains momentum as President Wilson approves a commission to study the issue. David F. Houston William J. Tlarris Drego W Tassie William B. Wilson Herbert C. Hoover will represent producers trade conditions economic thought labor and civilian service. Hoover warns the beef problem is complex and requires either more production or reduced consumption to boost exports. He opposes price fixing to aid affordability for the poor.
Miss Kathrya Uevere spends Easter at Atlantic City while May Lighteiser, Caroline Guthrie, Ford Gibson, Marian Alison, Rose Kelly, Laura McDonald, and others enjoy weekend visits at homes in Piltshereh Philadelphia street Nant-y-Glo Cleveland Chi Meusses Oakland Meusses and Jeannette areas. Local residents Mr and Mrs Guthrie, Mr and Mrs Banke, Prof Heekel and families also host or visit relatives during the holiday.
J K B Parnell federal relief administrator for Lie diana County thanks volunteers for aid. Misses Twila Mc Guilken and Neilie Mull gather food reports, while Prof Arms of the Novel School offers a digest of Wood Administration rulings to streamline distributions.
The text discusses substitutes for wheat flour using barley flour and mentions spring as a favored season by many, though rheumatic people suffer in cold damp weather. It references Chamberlain's Liniment and details continuances in civil court, with trials postponed to April and jurors excused from attendance.
The division of the Committee on Public Information aims to carry its gospel of patriotism across the United States with plain eloquence. A trusted messenger speaks from experience and faith, promising steadfast effort and Christian sympathy toward the German people.
Denver April 1 Union Pacific officials report a probe into thefts of railroad fares tied to compactors and vendors between Omaha and Utah. Several executives face pressure as investigations unfold. Estimates suggest losses may reach thousands of dollars, with ongoing legal actions and potential prosecutions.
A youthful bride speaks of a New Gretna Green marriage in West Virginia amid rumors of elopement at a coastal pier. The account hints at divorce pleas and unknown patrons, with scattered references to a Pittsburghy context and a romantic union under scrutiny.
A speaker notes the bond between the United States and France, citing General Pershing’s tombside remark at Lafayette’s grave. He admires the reverent moment in which the general placed a wreath and whispered Lafayette, we are here. The passage underscores shared history and mutual respect between the two republics.
Postmaster general directs that parcels to expeditionary forces be mailed only when specifically requested by the soldier. Local post offices will refuse otherwise. The policy aims to relieve congestion and requires an approved written request from the soldier and release by his commanding officer.
Mountain workers open their long convention in Knoxville Tennessee. The event runs from April 1 to April 2 with twelve days of work planned to improve conditions for mountain people. D C Campbell, secretary of the Southern Highland Division of the Russell Sage Foundation, leads the effort.
Constipation injures the bowels the natural sewers of the body. When they become clogged by constipation or absorbed poisonous matter, you feel dull and weak, and digestion suffers. This condition is quickly relieved by Chamberlain's Tablets, observable everywhere.
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