McAdoo Denies Lobby Influence Over Revenue Push
Secretary McAdoo replies to Representative Claude Kitchin denying any lobby pressure behind pushing new revenue legislation. In a May letter from White Sulphur Springs he defends his staff and explains rising government expenditures and the need for heavier taxes to sustain the war effort.
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Red Drive Fund Drive Supports York Postgraduate Medical School
Appeal to funds for the York Postgraduate Medical School Hospital to meet rising costs and staff shortages amid a unified city and nation. Treasurer William Pamnestock notes subscription challenges and ongoing admission of patients during hard times for city hospitals.
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War Trade Board Adds Tallow and Telegraph Apparatus to Export List
The War Trade Board announced a June 1 1918 effective date for adding two commodities to the export conservation list tallow and telegraph apparatus, expanding controls on trade as part of wartime measures.
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Caruso Sings Star Spangled Banner on Washington Rock
Enrico Caruso stood on Washington Rock in North Plainfield New Jersey and sang the Star Spangled Banner for a small group including Mrs Frederick W Goddard. He viewed the Watchung Mountains in quiet before stepping onto the rock to perform in his distinctive style.
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Roosevelt Declares Taft Feud Ended and Wisconsin Loyal
Colonel Roosevelt returns from a Western trip reporting friendly reconciliation with Taft in Chicago. He urges strong war footing against Germany, praises Wisconsin for massive enlistments and contributions, and notes concern over General Wood's use. He travels to Omaha after resting at Oyster Bay.
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Hearst Papers Mobilize War Effort Across Nation
The Hearst chain backed the war with a unified executive approach, pushed for a large army and navy, championed selective conscription, and funded schooling for draftees. They lobbied for merchant ships, aeroplanes, food control, and Liberty Loans, staffed recruitment stations, and distributed war art, aiming to secure final victory over the Teuton menace.
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