Brewing Ban to Conserve War Resources Declared
The Food Administration with President Wilson's approval bans beer production from December 1 until further notice to save fuel and grain, relieve railroad strain, and aid war efforts. The move is framed as a wartime measure, not prohibition, and is expected to win broad citizen support. Additionally listed are two Ford runabout cars and two Chevrolet touring cars for sale by Griggs Motor Car Co. The German comment notes hypocrisy in world affairs.
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The
Food Administration
Wilson
Philadelphia Record
W. Ss. S
Fourth Liberty Loan Drive looks at local efforts and taxes
A Macon area editorial recounts the Fourth Liberty Loan Drive and warns merchants about funding patriotic ads, noting newspapers rely on income for survival. Sheriff Roberts urges early tax settlement, and auto drivers are reminded to yield to horse-drawn vehicles to preserve public goodwill.
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Macon
Republican
John G. Roberts
Montgomery County
Four Fastest Trotters Gather for Lexington Free-for-all
In the Lexington Free-for-all Trot the four fastest trotting horses prepare to start. St. Frisco clocked 2 01 5, Mable Trask 2 01, La Princeton 2 02, Miss Bertha Dillion 2 02 12, showcasing a high stakes matchup.
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Lexington
St. Frisco
Mable Trask
la Princeton
Miss Bertha Dillion
Red Cross drive urged for Belgians clothing
Mr. Hoover asks the American Red Cross to collect 5000 tons of clothing for Belgians and French civilians. Campaign set September 23–30, 1918, with Montgomery County urged to donate garments and warm fabrics. Garments need not be perfect. donations may be left at the Rest Room or called for.
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Herbert Hoover
American Red Cross
Belgium
France
Red Cross
America
Brussels
Montgomery County
Montgomery CO Red Cross
Ww. S. S
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