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Newspaper
Plainfield Record
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1918
Page
7
Provost Marshal General Crowder argues exemptions must balance war needs with coal supply. An investigative team will inspect Pennsylvania mines and shipyards to curb labor evasion and safeguard essential industries.
The War Industries Board announced civilian tobacco rations may be imposed as soldiers demand more cigars and cigarettes. Investigations assess how much tobacco must be conserved domestically to meet military needs. Comparisons with Britain France Italy and Belgium are noted. An estimate puts 1918 US supply from the 1917 crop at 850 million pounds.
The government lists restricted imports including tennis gear and luxury items while urging households to preserve tin cans for war use. A Department of Agriculture appeal notes garbage contains glycerine and fatty acids useful for munitions and food, urging separation of recyclable waste to aid the war effort.
Union county officials report a state tax board decision on the constitutionality of the 500 personal property tax exemption for firemen soldiers and sailors. The issue arises from earlier unconstitutional acts and a 1917 reenactment. Union County reviews unequal assessments and seeks a uniform taxation plan.
American soldiers in France prefer regular dollars but must adapt to French francs and paper money often worth only a few cents. They joke about counting francs and the French frown when money is crumpled. Many soldiers are paid in francs and gradually adjust, noting a franc’s small value slips through fingers like water.
Treasury brief outlines drastic rates on luxury items clothing jewelry fuels and beverages. Proposals include 50 percent jewelry tax 20 percent on hats shoes and similar items 10 cent gas tax and 20 percent restaurant tax with licenses for automobile use and higher alcohol and tobacco duties.
Charles F. McDonald, Democratic State chairman, described the party platform as facing acid tests in shaping policy for the coming United States elections. The remarks focus on core party positions and political direction.
A state pamphlet notes New Jersey spends about 150000 yearly on abnormaly children in public schools. It asserts the state should set higher standards for teaching these pupils and cites experts in the study and treatment of this class of children.
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