01 Feb 1917
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Newspaper
National Democrat
Location
Des Moines, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1917
Page
1
A speculative note from Oklahoma City predicts a forthcoming prohibition impact extending to tobacco. The forecast suggests state action could curb cigarette use, reflecting a wider movement inspired by liquor policies and aligning with local sentiments in Oklahoma.
A military peddler case surfaces involving a person connected to an army canteen network. Officials investigate alleged irregularities and favoring a preferred outlet, amid broader scrutiny of procurement and supply practices.
A dramatic sermon by a pastor denounces Billy Sunday, accusing revivalists of monetizing conversions. The event, linked to Lincolnite Association gatherings, drew a large audience at Delmonive ballroom, as speakers and critics debated religious revivalism and motives behind large-scale campaigns.
A WV Senate proposal seeks voter decision on continuing prohibition. The bill would allow residents to vote on the wet or dry question at the next election, with penalties for bringing intoxicating beverages into the state. The measure cites past bootlegging and cites fines up to 200 dollars for violations.
The text appears garbled, referencing Wisconsin and Massachusetts in a vague debate over states and a sports context. It mentions Hughaw or similar names and asks about outcomes or attendance, but details are unreadable.
A fragment from a wartime era piece describes chaotic scenes in a town near Moscow and Tulrograd with mentions of alcohol, consumer goods, and village life. The excerpt lists names and places, noting a wave of shortages and curious drink discoveries analyzed by officials, reflecting social tensions and everyday coping during hard times.
Fragmented OCR text mentions Senate laws and a ban related to operation of street cars in a region, with references to Arkansas and New York era officials. The passage is garbled and names are unclear, but indicates political debate on prohibitions and consent by inhabitants.
The article lauds President Wilson for supporting suffrage, noting his convention speech and urging continued advocacy. It references allied efforts and emphasizes the need for persistent political action to secure voting rights. The piece reflects period attitudes and highlights prominent supporters and supporters' calls to action.
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