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Newspaper
Iuka Vidette
Location
Iuka, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1919
Page
4
A stark editorial compares Germany to a leper in the history of the Old East and condemns wartime atrocities. It urges Americans to support the Fifth Liberty Loan, recalling loot and murder by German forces from Louvain to Liege, and stresses a vow to deter future aggression.
Notice of bid for building a bridge across Hock Creek on Russellville and Sooneville Road. Bids must be submitted at the courthouse door in Turia Mississippi on the first Monday in May at 1 pm. Lowest responsible bidder to be chosen. specifications on file in the Clerk's office. The board reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
A column likens spring baseball phenoms to conquerors who slip from greatness as the Prussian and Hun forces did. It reflects on World War I battles, the Paris peace process, and the Victory Liberty Loan, noting American homes thrilled by having players in the finals and welcoming them back as the season ends.
Public notice explains the Victory Note differs from the Liberty Bond mainly by maturity. Liberty Bonds are long term, while Victory Notes mature within five years. Both are backed by U S resources. terms will be announced shortly before the campaign. Notes offer price stability due to shorter maturities.
A call to support the war effort urges buying Victory Liberty Notes to fund the American Army of Occupation and maintain costs. It emphasizes holding bonds instead of selling them and promotes the Fifth Victory Liberty Loan as the source.
All persons are hereby notified not to entice away or harbor Lucian Brown under penalty of law. Mrs J A William 47 1931 21p Be sure and read our offer Progressive Farmer Farm Book and The Vidette all for 1.75 dollars.
Reports from across the state say residents favor Longino for governor, praising his administration, bond handling, and public works. Observers note tax relief, paid-off bonds, and funding gains while recounting his support from Hinds County to the far reaches of the state.
Washington reports General Pershing urged sending more magazines to American troops overseas in France and Europe. Shortage reduced monthly supply from 10 to 2 tons due to misreadone cent postage rule. Magazines urged to print the ruling and Red Cross chapters asked to boost interest in mailing reading matter abroad. Major push to double or triple submissions to overcome limits. Also notices for Tishomingo County candidates and local subscription reminders. Margaret Cook, wife of Arthur Cook, died Saturday and was buried Sunday.
WM. R. Compton, Federal Director of War Loan, declares this last great Liberty Loan must be funded by every individual. He calls for rapid action, promotes enthusiasm, and predicts strong district results as the nation finishes wartime financing with victory on November 11, 1918.
Treasury Department to release a major war picture titled The Price of Peace assembled from official photographers footage. The film will be shown nationwide through Liberty Loan committees and offered free to the public as a patriotic urging to support the Liberty Loan program.
In Washington on April 13 Secretary Glass announced the Victory Liberty Loan terms. The issue totals 4.5 billion dollars with over subscriptions to be rejected. It offers 4.75 percent interest on partially tax exempt notes convertible into 3.75 percent notes wholly tax exempt. Maturity four years, with redemption option at three years. The 3.75 percent notes may be later converted back into 4.75 percent notes. The 4.75 percent securities are tax exempt from state and local taxes except estate taxes, and from normal federal income taxes. The 3.75 percent securities are exempt from all federal, state and local taxes except estate taxes.
Secretary Glass releases the Victory Loan payment dates. Payments are 110 percent on or before July 15, then 20 percent on or before August 12, 20 percent on or before September, 20 percent on or before October 7, and 20 percent on or before November 11, with accrued interest on deferred installments. Full payment possible on May 20 with 10 percent due by May 10. Interest accrues on installment payments.
A wartime plea urges communities to safeguard returning service members from venereal disease as tens of thousands reintegrate. It argues the problem is civilian, not military, and calls for civic action modeled after military health programs to protect men and their partners, with upcoming articles outlining steps.
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