01 May 1919
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Newspaper
Maurice Times
Location
Maurice, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1919
Page
1
Analyzing wartime profiteering as critics urge price regulation and government action. The Atlantic Refining Company sues the government seeking over two million dollars, arguing that wartime price controls harmed trade. observers warn many firms could press similar claims if losses mount.
General Pershing praised the outstanding features of the Siieatier army in a public passage. He noted its push to the front and the trained workers behind the lines. He credited their sacrifices and the spread of good wages to all units of the American expeditionary forces. Aberdeen S. D. Daily American.
A late 19th century notice outlines a federal drive for enforcement of prohibition after July 1. It mentions three thousand agents in specially arranged zones and compensation for cities enforcing the law. Local police are cited as overworked while state and regional authorities push nationwide support for continued enforcement.
A three day inter allied commission session in Dublin discusses civilian rationing in occupied Germany. In the American zone about 80,000 Germans are affected, with larger numbers in British French and Belgian sectors.
A meeting is set in the opera house Friday evening to organize the Homecoming Celebration and discuss other community matters. All residents including families are invited to attend to hear important questions and share input.
Henry VanDeQrake states he has surpassed the Vistory Loan with a total of 81000.00 and Maurice is reported to owe 738706.60. He notes no stickers around Maurice and claims all have answered the call of their country with no filler.
A general invitation extended for an ice cream social at Moir School on Wednesday May 7. Mabel Robbins, Teacher.
Sky hours in the area shift from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. FH Carlson, Agent.
U S Army recruitment notice calling 50 680 men for service in France Siam and Germany with limited slots for New Naval Army in Panama and Hawaiian Islands. Pay ranges from 330 09 to 121 50 per month with rations shelter clothing medical attendance amusements and insurance. Enlistment offered in Omaha Nebraska.
The lone Business Congress is set for Des Alpines on May 15 with an invitation to all business classes. A smoker and large dinner will be followed by vaudeville, motion pictures, a dance and other amusements. Speeches will be delivered by notable speakers.
A city notice declares bicycle riding and coasting with carts on sidewalks strictly forbidden by order of the Mayor. The warning underscores sidewalk safety and municipal enforcement.
The article notes that government seizure of all American cable systems would end soon, with private owners to regain control by May 2. Burlesen argues for a different policy, while the new administration plans to revert the assets. Plans to enact legislation to formalize the transfer are discussed amid differing opinions on control and economic impact.
Reef 3 Shoes sale offers men's and ladies pairs from £2.50 to £3.50 at HJ Wamiles. Limited stock, bargain pricing on footwear.
Regional survey shows plowed land values on March 1 averaged $74.51 per acre, up from $63.35 a year earlier and $39 two years prior. Iowa leads at $169 per acre while Alabama is lowest at $24. Increases concentrated in the South Atlantic states and parts of the West, with Nebraska and South Dakota also noting gains.
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