Liberty Bonds and War Drive Spark Optimism in Nation
The era for buyers has shifted to a seller’s market as Liberty Bonds reach peak demand, with billions invested and taxes boosting funding. Americans view bonds as safest investments, fueling industrial activity and independence. Local notes report social visits, fires, births, and community events amid a tribute from the Louisville Times praising Senator James for wartime service.
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James
Times
Louisville Times
Death of Senator James Highlights War Time Strain
Ollie M. James notes no loss in congressional manpower during the war compares with the death of Senator James. He argues the war exposes weaknesses and puerilities in many minds as the nation endures conflict and sacrifice.
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James
United States
Liberty Bond Disloyalists Are Sentenced
Cleveland reports the arrest, conviction, and sentencing of Liberty Bond dealers who advertised to buy bonds and offered low prices to bondholders. Isadore Gantz of Farrell Pa. faced $1,000 bail. W S Bennett of Youngstown was jailed for similar acts. Federal cases grow in the fourth district as Lewis B Franklin urges loyalty to bonds.
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Cleveland, O
Isadore Gantz
Farrell
Gantz
United States
W. S. Bennett
Youngstown
Lewis B. Franklin
United States War Loan Organization
Liberty Now
Not a Nation Poem Credits and Colors Call for Unity
A poem by Lucy Jeanne Price argues against a fractured identity among immigrants. It recalls diverse origins, testifies to shared purpose, and pledges loyalty to a unified nation through sacrifice and duty.
Women well organized for loan drive
In Cleveland the fourth Liberty Loan campaign launches with a plan to form local committees in over 150 of 169 counties in the district, aiming to raise about 6 million dollars. Women seek broader participation, focusing on new buyers and conservation, led by Mrs. Frank Muhlhauser who says women can surpass men in mobilizing savings.
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D. G. Martin
Dave Martin
Berea
Rockcastle County
Madison-Rockcastle
Kentucky
L.&n. Railroad
Berea College
Reading
Cleveland, O
Women’s Liberty Loan
Liberty Loan
Ohio
West Virginia
Pennsylvania
Frank Muhlhauser
Bilious Attack Warns of Liver Tox and Remedies
A brief medical warning explains bilious attack symptoms such as constipation nausea vomiting and headache. It recommends taking three Chamberlain's Tablets to tone the liver and cleanse the stomach, noting a cost of a quarter. The notice concludes with a prompt to get ready for the Fourth Liberty Loan.
Love Tragedy at Table Ends Ill Fated Romance
A poem recounts Miss Columbia and her lover in a doomed courtship. He swore by the stars, she preferred endearments like dearie and darling, and they planned a future together. The tale culminates with her killing him at the table using a wheatless bun as he slipped into memory and called her hon.
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Columbia
Fertilizer Price Set for Farmers by Agriculture Dept
The Agriculture Department offers direct sale of 16 percent Acid Phosphate fertilizer in 30 ton car loads at $26.50 per ton, delivered in sacks of 200 pounds. The grade is better than last year and supplies are limited. farmers are urged to form clubs and order quickly to secure the price.
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Department of Agriculture
War Effort Over Financial Gains Calls Loyal Duty
The piece argues for total war effort over profit from a national disaster. It condemns those who weigh sowing wheat or buying seed against funding the army and allies, labeling such thinking as disloyal and aiding the Kaiser amid the drive to end the war.
Berea Faculty Strengthened for Fall Reinforcement
The Berea Faculty numbers more than one hundred and receives strong reinforcement for next fall. Prof. C Rexford Raymond returns after years as pastor of a large Brooklyn church. President Albert J Weidler of Frenchburg becomes Latin professor and Prof H P Kean of Chicago joins as Mathematics professor.
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Berea
C. Rexford Raymond
Brooklyn
N. Y
Albert J. Weidler
Frenchburg
H. P. Kean
Chicago
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