The Blame of Profiteering and Congress Blame
The New York World argues profiteering persists despite wartime controls. It faults Congress for inaction and praises President Wilson for demanding stronger executive leadership to curb profiteers, noting wheat price fixes and calls for taxation to reach war profits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Congress
Senate
Congres
Federal Trade Board
United States Senate
Great Britain
France
National Voters’ League
New York World
The Soldier's Chances
The article presents mortality odds for Allied soldiers in war, noting 29 to 1 chances to return home versus death, 49 to 1 for wounding recovery versus dying, and 1 in 500 for losing a limb. It asserts longer life due to training, better front line care, and lower disease risk in the army, with government protections for wounded and dependents under the soldier and sailor insurance law.
Everybody Can Help War Bonds and Stamps Rally Call
A broad wartime appeal urges every man woman and child in America to support the war effort by buying Liberty Bonds and War Savings Stamps. The message frames purchasing as national service aiding the government and backing American troops overseas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
France
German Paper Uses in Advertised Film In Berlin
An advertisement in a Berlin newspaper reported by Information Belges shows paper used for dresses business suits upholstery trunks bags pillowcases and mattresses among many varied uses including a splendidly assorted line for sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Information Belges
Germany
Albert Scruggs Writes From France June 1918 News to Mother
Albert Scruggs describes a 16 to 18 mile hike to watch a sham battle near a French town. He notes daily hikes, lectures by a Scotch Major from the German drive, and views of square fields with different crops forming a patchwork. Scruggs praises French roads and roadsides trees, hopes to meet Amiel, and sends love to his mother.
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Amiel
Tishomingo County
Bonds of the Fourth Liberty Loan Deluge from Treasury
The Treasury Bureau of Engraving and Printing is turning out Fourth Liberty Loan bonds by the thousands daily. The bonds resemble the Third Liberty Loan in form and size, with space for exact bond terms. It is believed enough bonds will be ready to fulfill immediate delivery as purchased.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Post Office rules on magazine freshness for troops
The Post Office Department states monthly magazines for soldiers and sailors must be no more than two months old, while weekly publications may not exceed three weeks old. The policy aims to ensure current content reaches service members, affecting distribution timelines nationwide.
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Post Office Department
To the Boys in Camp Soldier Poem Tribute
A patriotic poem honors soldiers in training and at war, praising their discipline and sacrifice. It invokes school days and guides, celebrates the flag, and asks God to bless and reward the marching boys while noting the quiet toil behind victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bran
Forbes
Ieee
Germany in Texas and war-gas factory notes
A compilation notes Germany’s size compared to Texas and cites Fifteen Germanies inside the United States. Navy armed guard stops a German submarine that attacked a merchant ship on May 12, with four torpedoes fired. Chief Gunner’s Mate Harry R Chambers is commended. Mississippi public notice seeks bids for Scragge Bridge on August 5. D L Anderson MB 8. Over 3,000 women work at a gas mask plant in Long Island.
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Rlea
Colums
Germany
Texas
New York
New Jersey
Review of Reviews
United States
Harry R Chambers
Daniels
Long Island
Gratitude Letter From French Mother to American Ally
The letter from the mother of a French orphan adopted by a Memphian through the Society of the Fatherless Children of France expresses deep thanks for U S aid. She praises American generosity, promises to keep Pierrette in school, and notes faith in victory through American support and Allied soldiers.
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France
America
Pierrette
Monsieur
Air
Wodow Rin
Also Mentioned on This Page
Red Cross War Fund
Red Cross
Russia
Roumania
Serbia
Italy
Armenia
Albert Scruggs
Yandar
Mas, Faxnuz T. Fannis
Oadldier Boys
Iuka
Mississippi
Yellow Creek
Board of Supervisors
Connte
D. L. Anderson
Ife
Inka Guaranty Bank
J B Williams
G T Carmichael Son
Iuka, Mississippi
Tri-Cities
Tuscumbia, Alabama
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