Uncle Sam richest nation top bank assets record
Comptroller Williams said on March 5 national banks in the United States held assets exceeding 16 billion dollars. The figure surpasses the combined resources of major European and Asian banks including Bank of England and Bank of Japan by more than 5 billion dollars.
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United States
Williams
Bank of England
France
Banks
Italy
Banks of
Spain
Norway
Sweden
Swiss National Bank
National Bank of
Denmark
Bank of Japan
Bank of Germany
The Price of Folly in Foreign Affairs
The article argues that while Count Von Bernstorff mourned the loss of American friends, conspirators moved to seize Mexico’s finances and strengthen its munitions industry. It warns that warnings were dismissed with jingoistic defense of an indefensible stance and laments paying the price of folly.
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Count von Bernstorff
Mexico
Wreck on C. and C. after axle breaks derails seven cars
A broken axle on an eastbound freight near Ewington derailed seven loaded cars, many overturned into a ditch. Russell wrecking crew cleared wreckage while traffic delayed into Thursday. No crew injuries reported as passenger trains were rerouted and rescheduled.
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Ewington
Stepstone
Russell
Parole Request Hearing for Elijah Bondurant
Notice states Elijah Bondurant currently serving a sentence for uttering a forged writing will seek parole at the June 1917 meeting of the Board of Prison Commissioners under the Montgomery Circuit Court judgment from January term 1915.
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Montgomery Circuit Court
Board of Prison Commissioners
Elijah Bondurant
Government Plans to Seize Incomes Over $100000
The administration considers a wartime revenue act to confiscate all personal incomes above $100,000 annually, plus heavy taxes on under 100,000 and on corporations. Estimated yield is 2 to 3 billion dollars yearly to support war needs and reduce future debt.
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Germany
U S Census Estimates 21 Million Potential Army
Census Bureau estimates an army of about 21,000,000 could be fielded if all able bodied men aged 15 to 45 were drafted for military service.
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Census Bureau
United States
Farm For Sale Near City Limits
The T. D. Jones farm of 314 acres is up for sale. The property is all grass with a nice residence and gas and water available. For inquiries call J. G. Trimble at 87. The item notes mild spring weather and mentions gunfire in a casual aside.
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T. D. Jones
Call On
J. G. Trimble
Economy and the Delusion of Frugal Eating
The piece critiques past economist advice urging simple foods as cost cutting and notes the impracticality of cheap meals as apples cost five cents each. It lampoons the idea of an economical menu and mocks the authority of the deceased originator of the term.
Plant to the limit and then plant some more
A brief note describes intensifying planting efforts to maximize crop coverage. Despite uncertain climate conditions, workers push ahead with additional sowing to meet seasonal targets and stabilize yields.
Reward for Catarrh Cure By Hall's Company Ad
An old advertisement promises a one hundred dollar reward for an incurable catarrh case with Hall's Catarrh Cure. It cites F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio and includes testimonials from the National Bank of agledo noting long acquaintance and trust. Also promotes Hall's Catapult Cure and Hall's Family Pills with pricing and distribution through druggists.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
National Bank OF Agledo
O. Hall
Clean up and paint up for a neater town and pride
The piece urges daily five minute cleaning to prevent neglect and a run down look. It argues ongoing upkeep benefits health, finances, and town pride, claiming a tidy home creates personal contentment and a renewed self image.
European plan lodging rates and room details
Rates listed for single and double occupancy emphasize per day charges. Various plans show European style rooms without bath but with hot and cold running water, some with meals excluded. The text notes per day costs ranging from one dollar to several, with two people sharing and per person charges given.
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Louisville
Main St
OLD Inn
Car
6Th and
Main Sts
Louisville Hotel
Theatres
Louisville Hotel and
OLD Inn Company
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