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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1917
Page
2
The article notes large bond and loan commitments across firms and cities, with totals like 62,700,000 for intertown and 2,637,000 per town for per capita funds. It quotes bankers and leaders urging citizens to buy bonds, supporting soldiers and national munition production.
Special report from Boston dated June 11 notes a pivotal moment as lenders demand repayment tactics. The article outlines the strain on borrowers and the shift in banking policy affecting daily business in the city.
Philadelphia reporting a flood of activity as authorities pursue a notable financial matter. The day features intense effort and significant sums tied to an ongoing investigation or settlement, with emphasis on the large cash figure involved and the procedural zeal in the proceedings.
In Richmond on June 11 bankers debate renewed ration quotas and seed allocations amid economic discussions. The day’s talks focus on potential adjustments and implications for markets and relief efforts.
Unclear draft note from Atlanta on June 11 reports ongoing bond promotions in the district and other centers where campaigns are being conducted this week. The text mentions community centers and quarters but lacks specific names or figures.
Fragments show the district lagging on minimum enrollment figures as officials wrestle over a $2,000,000 bond plan. The text hints at a capped total and earnest efforts to fund the project within the district’s subscribed share.
Cleveland residents face a heavy canvass as crews push house to house for subscriptions. The drive targets neighborhood subscriptions with a focus on achieving widespread turnout and support.
Minneapolis reports the Ninth District quota stood at 390 000 dollars with a shortfall. Officials expect a two day surge as deliveries and prescriptions rise. Montana leads the district in activity as border reports come in and shipments accelerate.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a Kansas City business scene with mentions of a bank, a machinery operator, and a local implement company. No clear events, dates, or named entities beyond generic business activity are readable.
A garbled June 11 report from Texas notes district officials plan an allotment increase. The text references men and read as part of the political or fiscal process and mentions a minimum being taken.
George mailed a note from San Francisco dated June 11. The brief dispatch appears in the Times with minimal readable context and no further identifiable names or details.
Louisville remains determined as McAdoo calls on city leaders and business men to keep up efforts after the quota was exceeded. The report notes urging persistence amid ongoing economic pressures and civic resolve.
Secretary McAdoo framed the Liberty Loan as a national duty citing widespread support and urging orderly effort. The event followed a luncheon at the Poulavitte Club where Louis oversubscribed the quota and the speaker reiterated wartime patriotism.
The Liberty Loan Committee surveyed agricultural journals for rural reception of bonds. Reports from Worcester and New England indicate Holstein Friesian breeders and farmers are subscribing to the issue to support capital for fertilizer and land improvements.
Yale University will establish a Yale Bureau in Paris as a wartime branch of the University Secretary’s office. Professor H Nettleton of the Sheffield Science School will serve as Digester, designed to assist Yale men through the Yale Alumni Association with alumni needs and wartime coordination.
A heated meeting features speaker decrying a dollar war and calling for a draft revolt. Police arrest Emma Goldman and detain several men and women in a crowd resisting conscription. guards check draft cards as census of detainees proceeds and arraignments loom.
Treasury seeks to close a 700 million shortfall in the first issue of Liberty bonds with Navy, Women's Liberty Loan Committee, and others urging rapid participation. Secretary Daniels appeals to ship and station crews, women nationwide, and clergy to buy bonds by June 15 with installment options and special arrangements to preserve midyear interest.
Jackson Barnett, reputedly the wealthiest Indian in the United States, subscribed $640,000 to Liberty Loan bonds. The figure was presented via his agent J O Harnett while investigations noted Barnett’s income, tax estimates, and ongoing guardianship under government oversight amid broader talks on tribal funds and idle moneys.
A luncheon at the Bankers' Club discussed thrift by industrial workers as key to the Liberty Loan drive. Attendees included Adolph Lewisohn Newcomb Carlton and B H Fancher with Y M C A leaders noting a “none py caer campa ign” in 809 country. John Shen Hoyt said a small Y M C A sub committee could run such a campaign with the International Committee. Colgate Hoyt William Loeb Jr Edward C Delafield Samuel S Lewisohn Jesse I Straus and other businessmen attended.
Washington reports that Russia has asked allies to clarify aims in the war following President Wilson’s note. The Russian Provisional Government released its own aims, signaling alignment with Western goals and signaling a positive effect on Allied relations, including with Russia. The Guardian calls the analysis powerful and world-shaping.
The Hague June 11 reports President Wilson's note to Russia was published in Germany today. German press comments were postponed by Foreign Office instruction until tomorrow. The document is said to have caused a sensation in Germany.
Maxim Gorky in Novaya Zhizn criticizes French and British notes to Russia. He argues further talks would be dangerous and says the end government proposes war program points as basis for agreement with democratic Russia. He cites indemnities guarantees and weakening military strength at Aisne Lorraine.
The administration trading with the enemy bill was fully reported to the House by unanimous vote of the Interstate and Foreign Commerce Committee. It would impose heavy fines and imprisonment for trading with enemies or allies, set up control of enemy property when needed, and authorize use of enemy held patents.
Washington reports a heated Senate move to reinsert a provision buying the Jamestown Exposition grounds for a naval base into the urgent deficiency bill. Debate centered on the $1.5 million price and the House stance that the cost was excessive while Borah defended the project for Virginia.
Maurice Violette minister of subsistence issues decree halting gas distribution during night and vital hours. Liqueen The Lycain also bans hot water use in hotels and private homes except Saturdays and Sundays.
Major General Pershing met King George V and Queen Mary at Buckingham Palace for a luncheon and toured the residence. He then attended a military and air service conference with British officials, Lloyd George, and other leaders before dining with ministers and officers.
Unclear text describes officers and enlisted men touring a large automobile and visiting St. Pauls with remarks about arms and American staff entertainments during June, mingled with fragmented phrases about cab officials and private dinners.
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