Remember Belgium and the Lusitania in the Liberty Fight
The article recalls the Belgian defense against German invasion during World War I and warns that German brutality must be met by American troops. It emphasizes the cost to Belgium, the heroism of Belgium and Britain, and frames the war as liberty versus tyranny with a call for the American soldier to act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belgium
France
Paris
England
Lovain
Malines
Lierre
Dixmude
Nieuport
Ypres
Germany
Lusitania
Congress Criticizes War Prep Delays and Administrative Waste
In strong critique, the author cites government inefficiency and wasted months on essential legislation. He urges Congress to accelerate action and replace sluggish administrators with capable business leaders while assigning blame to both officials and lawmakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Eight Months of Fatal Car Crashes On Rail Crossings
A columnist notes the recurring season of deadly automobile accidents at railroad crossings. He cites a Center Point incident where three women were killed in a crossing crash after impatience to proceed despite warnings to stop look and listen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Center Point
Laura Rogers
Emmy Wilson
Ella Wilson
Waterloo
Cedar Falls
Franklyn Street
Will
Rogers
Leo
Iowa Democratic Machine Fixes State Ticket in Des Moines
In Des Moines the fellows manipulating the Iowa Democratic machine set the state ticket personnel. They expect the primary to be a form as no independent candidate will challenge the machine. Claude Porter may reconsider his governor bid, and if he loses to Harding he would receive another presidential appointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Des Moines
Claude Porter
Harding
Banks curb war time loans prompt cautious lending
In uncertain times banks will tighten credit and limit loans to nonwar enterprises. Government will press temporarily to support banks, reducing accommodations for regular customers. Keep to safe, shoreward business plans.
Great Long Range Gun Delivers Devastation From German Offense
A German long range artillery piece caused a deadly strike on a church killing 76 people at prayer and wounding 90 more including women and children, bringing jubilation to the Kaiser’s followers amid the conflict.
General Wood Seeks Frontline Duty Amid Retirement Push
The ongoing bid to retire General Wood for political reasons appears unlikely to succeed. Despite being sent home from France for a physical exam, he passed and is set to return to active duty at the front, where his experience could propel him toward leadership potential and even a presidential bid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wood
France
First Camp Dodge Contingent Reaches France
The first contingent of Camp Dodge men has arrived in France in safety. They belong to an engineers company sent east three months ago. Others finishing training are en route, but newspapers are not releasing specific troop movement details by government request.
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Camp Dodge
France
American nurses deserve military promotion opportunities
The text urges granting U S nurses serving abroad the chance to hold military titles and promotions, noting that English and Canadian nurses already receive such honors and asking why American nurses are excluded.
Hearst Again Seeks New York Governor Candidacy
William Randolph Hearst pursues the New York governorship, aiming to influence Democratic Party politics and secure his place as a gubernatorial candidate. The move signals renewed pressure within the party's leadership and public debate over Hearst's political influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Randolph Hearst
New York
Early Subscriptions Open for Third Liberty Bond Drive
The start of the Third Liberty Bond drive urges prompt subscriptions, highlighting that early supporters perform a double public service by aiding the war effort and setting a strong pace for the campaign.
Unity and Resolve as German Threat Intensifies
The piece urges total American mobilization to support Allied efforts against German militarism. It declares there is no neutrality and calls for united action and uncompromising dedication to defeating the foe to keep the world safe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Herald
America
Britain
We Are Getting Ready To Help Des Moines Capitol
The piece asserts Allied victory morale and American aid efforts in World War I era. It praises delayed but improving shipbuilding and airplane work, notes ships crossing the sea and no American troop ship sunk, and highlights campaigns by the Liberty Band Red Cross Knights of Columbus and Lutheran Brotherhood raising patriotic spirit while urging France Britain and Italy to hold the enemy and keep Paris Calais out of German hands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines Capitol
Europe
Liberty Band
Red Cross
Knights of Columbus
Lutheran Brotherhood
America
France
Great Britain
Italy
Paris
Calais
The Junior Red Cross Aims To Aid War Effort And Teach Citizenship
The Junior Red Cross formed by the War Department last September serves three aims. It mobilizes children to assist the Red Cross in war material and Belgian relief, supports patriotic and civic education through schools, and offers teachers a path to teach thrift and conservation. The program also extends a spirit of service to homes and communities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
War Department
American Red Cross
Food Officials Face Congress Pressure Over Wheat Prices
National and state food administrators urge farmers to market wheat quickly while some members of Congress push to fix higher prices by law. The situation leaves farmers waiting to see the outcome of political action versus administrative guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York World
Congress
Every Citizen Must Do His Duty In Third Liberty Loan Drive
The drive will issue pink and yellow cards to record Americanism and bond purchases. Those who underbuy will have their names flagged and reviewed by county chairmen before possible federal action. Iowa aims for strong war support and the highest per capita bond subscription.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal Reserve
Federal Reserve Director of Sales
Iowa
C. WH. McNider
Lowa
Inflation of wages and thrift as patriotic duty in New York Press
The piece argues wages are too high relative to production, urging earners to invest surplus and cut wasteful spending. It condemns excesses like holidays and drinks while praising thrift, self denial, and extra saving as patriotic duties. It links living standards to income and warns against indulgence for high earners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Drastic Penalties Proposed for Disloyal Acts in War News
Washington senate judiciary committee reported a bill with 20 year imprisonment and 10000 dollar fines for supporting or opposing the German cause or United States in the war. Provisions target obstructing war bonds and recruiting, with broad prohibitions on disloyal utterances writings and displaying enemy flags. Senator Poindexter and Senator Jones pushed amendments and a dismissal resolution for government employees who act disloyally or insult the flag.
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Senate Judiciary Committee
Washington
Poindexter
German Empire
United States
Jones
New Mexico
Germans urged to sink ship to stop hospital use
Waterloo Times-Tribune suggests alternative: if the German navy will not attempt to sink the ship bound for Europa, offer to loan it to Britain for use as a hospital ship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo Times-Tribune
Europa
Debates, elections, and war service milestones across Iowa
Governor Harding plans to speak at Parley for the third Liberty Joan. Dubuque raises 4200 past the goal for the Y M C A. Anamosa beats Mason City 2 to 1 in debate. Mayor James Saul re-elected in Dubuque, serving two terms. Naval hero Ivan Ira Palmer honored with first gold star at Central City church. Multiple local deaths and a bus accident noted, along with crimes and wartime service details from Cascade to Davenport.
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Harding
Parley
Dubuque
Anamosa High School
Mason City
Anamosa
James Saul
J. H. Wallis
Citizens
Saul
Ivan Ira Palmer
U. S. Navy
Halifax
Wyoming
Glenn Darey
Delaware County
Camp Dodge
Manchester
Old Henkle
Vinton
United States
Stoddard
Cedar Rapids
Federal Grand Jury
Pullman Hotel
Bell
Willie Spear
Coaina Scott
Davenport
Charles Vriday
Miss Scott
George W. Scott
Gregory Heckler
Blue Island
Ill
National Army
Robert
Ray
Howard
France
Henry
Joseph
Edward
Harry
Ira
Julia Kinsella
Cascade
Queens County
Ireland
Jones County
Washington Township
Patrick
Julia Moore
D. D. Moore
Mary Ann Seery
John F. Moore
Public Reaction Grows Over Pro German Sentiment
A letter from W C Downing describes Illinois towns blacking out pro German voices. Citizens attack German homes with frames and flags, tar and feather a preacher couple, force canting locals to kiss the flag, and threaten hangings as authorities fail to act.
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United States
Hall Mfg. Co
W. C. Downing
Southern Illinois
Ilinois
Benton
Centerville
Illinois
Christopher
Des Moines groups push bluesky stock disclosure
The Des Moines Chamber of Commerce plans a detailed questionnaire to uncover the finances and practices of blue sky companies selling stock to the public. It aims to reveal true financial condition, capital stock, agent commissions, and assets, with results to be public. The State Council of Defense may back public information efforts in Iowa.
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Wallaces’ Farmer
Blue Sky
Des Moines Chamber of Commerce
Gelling Steels
Chamber of Commerce
State Council of Defense
Towa
Council of Defense
Iowa Exiles Celebrate Dear Old Iowa at California Picnic
A Burlington Hawkeye piece recalls Iowans gathering in California for a coast picnic. It notes large crowds and lively registration as exiles debate love for Iowa, wondering if California life affects their farewell sentiments. The piece blends humor with wistful reflection on homeland ties.
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Burlington
Iowa
California
Towa
Internment laws urged to be amended by Des Moines Capital
Des Moines Capital argues for changes to internment laws noting women cannot be interned and the president holds sole power to intern. German internees are praised for showing signs of insolence, while the paper calls for stronger anti-German measures and for candidates who commit to one term.
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Des Moines
America
Bernstorff
United States
Price of treason in wartime weighs on_equals
In a wartime editorial the Charleston News and Courier notes that while many costs rise, treason deserves a harsh penalty. The piece argues penalties should reflect the severity of betraying the country during conflict.
Eclipse Corner Urges Spring Coal Purchases For Winter
The government fuel administrator and the director general of railroads urge early coal buying this spring to avert a coal famine next winter. The piece touts time-saving farm and home improvements like concrete floors, new cribs, silos, and sturdy benches to boost efficiency and profits.
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Marion G. Krandall
Vance
Miss Krandall
George P. Krandall
Alameda
Cal
St. Catherine’s
Bert Morgan
Toledo
United States Food Administrator
Deem
Chicago
M. R. Morgan & Sons
Red Cross Society of
Catherine Klinkner
Joseph H. Dehner
Richland Township
Klinkner
Catherine Herman
Aussen
Burgomeisterie
Bittengen
Kries
Sarlouis
Canton le
Modesto, Cal
Lizzie Dehner
Eve Cavanaugh
George W. Kliinkner
Blue Sky Companies
Jowans
Charleston
Absrotn
United States Bonds
United States Cartificatoes
United States War Savings
Monticello State Bank
Henry M. Carpenter
William Stuhler
G. T. George
Richardson
Cashier FK
F. Becker
Halst
M. Carpenter
Cash
Anne
Treasury Department
Collector of Internal Revenue
Jones County Trust and Savings Bank
Monticello
Eplinters
Harry SL. Rodman
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