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Newspaper
Mount Airy News
Location
Mount Airy, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1918
Page
6
In the ship’s galley the North Dakota shows bacon slicer and potato peeler cutting waste to feed allied armies. The article notes allied pork demand reaches 150 million pounds monthly, three times prewar levels, and highlights efficient food production onboard.
Patriotism spurred 2,000,000 Americans to plant gardens last year per USDA estimates. Transportation will be strained by war needs. home gardens ease the railroad load and reduce exports of heat, meat, fats, and sugar. Every child helping boosts the war effort. Leaflets from the Agriculture Department are available free on request. More war gardens are needed nationwide.
London officials discuss Western Atlantic submarine cruiser activity with American reporters. A naval authority says only one submarine, the latest type with 25.9 cm guns and about 2000 tons, is at large. Its main aim appears to be American troop transports with dispersal of Allied naval forces as a secondary objective.
Former Attorney General George W. Wickersham declares that "Business as usual means waste as usual," urging reforms and better efficiency in government and industry. He frames waste as a recurring fault in standard operations and calls for accountability and change.
A farmer outlines plans to improve land with cow peas peanuts lespedeza and soybeans, start hog production and bacon curing, establish a permanent pasture and crop rotation, and raise milk and egg outputs while increasing crop yields toward a target of one bale of cotton 40 bushels of corn and 60 bushels of oats per year.
The Presbyterian Standard says rising business costs push its annual price to 2.46 and raises subscription from 2.00 to 2.50. The Statesville Landmark warns many papers may need higher rates or cease operation if the war lasts long. It argues price changes, not rigid policy, reflect economic reality.
Former President William H. Taft spoke in Rock Island NL predicting the war would be won within three years of U S entry. He warned it could take one to two years to start well and maybe another year to secure victory, depending on Russia and other factors.
An 1886 Toledo advertisement claims Hall's Catarrh Cure cures catarrh and offers one hundred dollars for any case not cured. Warnings include testimonials for Chamberlain's Tablets and the firm F J Cheney Co promising cures and detailing oath sworn by Frank J. Cheney and A W Gleason Notary Public.
A car wreck on Country Club Road near Lovers Lane killed Ruth Tyree, 15, and seriously injured George C. Tudor Jr and Bynum Tudor after a passing maneuver caused the vehicle carrying Tudor to overturn. George C. Tudor Sr is a city commissioner. The accident occurred after guests left a social event at the Country Club.
Reuters correspondent with American forces in France says the Germans will face opponents who resemble British soldiers in discipline and mercy. He notes Americans learn quickly, will avenge fallen comrades, and expects rapid growth of Allied manpower. Baker promises a million. the writer urges doubling that figure.
Granite Lodge No. 322 A F and A M will install officers on Tuesday June 25 1918 at Masonic Hall 8 p m. All Master Masons and their immediate family ladies are invited to attend T C Bales W M John Sobotta Sec
Trustee G C Lovill announces private sale on June 24 of the W L Webb stock of groceries notions shoes hats and more. The stock will be sold in the store building once occupied by J S Klein with potential building rental for the buyer. Inventory available by calling the trustee.
A long roster lists young men who reached age this past year and registered. Names span Mt. Airy Pilot Mtn. Round Peak Siloam Dobson Elkin Ararat Thurmond White Plains and other localities with many residents from Round Peak, Dobson, and Thurmond showing up in the register.
The Ordnance Department reports a major push to motorize field artillery in the American Army. By increasing motor equipment, tractors will transport most artillery except some 3 inch batteries, reducing reliance on horses and manpower. Output potential for tractors is nearly unlimited while horse supply dwindles monthly.
Local letter announces Hutchens running as an independent for the Senate seat representing Stokes and Surry Counties. He appeals to voters from both parties and pledges nonpartisan laws benefiting the counties if elected.
Two story eight room house at 192 Orchard Street offered for sale or rent. Features include a large basement a good barn and a large garden. Terms available from W. E. Barnard of Surry Mercantile Company or write to R. M. Taylor at 25 West Buffalo Street Concord North Carolina.
Canton Ohio woman Marie Boyd faced surgery for female trouble but credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with relief enabling her to resume housework. She urges others to try the traditional root and herb remedy before medical operation.
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