Department extends migratory bird protections nationwide
Washington reports the open season for migratory game birds ended January 31 and it is now unlawful to capture or kill migratory birds anywhere in the United States. The USDA urges enforcement of the laws to protect breeding stock on reserve and ensure ongoing hunting opportunities for sportsmen.
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Washington, D. C
United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Department
Newlywed Draftees Face Government Reinvestigation
Newlywed men married since May 18 1917 must face renewed scrutiny. Appeal agents will reinvestigate cases, with penalties for those who hid behind spouses to dodge the draft. Benefits apply to good faith marriages who failed to register or appeal, potentially delaying or accelerating immediate draft actions. Adj Gen Frank B Dickson approved rules at Springfield.
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Adj
Frank 8. Dickson
Springfield
Sea-Lion Performers Showcase Aquarium Tricks
A writer recalls sea lion acts in a circus, noting balance feats with balls on snouts, synchronized tossing, and a noisy display with horns drums and bells. Trainers test each animal, then introduce new tricks such as walking a ladder with a baton and diving from a tank.
Big munition plant planned in Chicago by syndicate
The Chicago Tribune reports a large arsenals project led by Bion J. Arnold with John W. O Leary as an active member. Backed by Association of Commerce members and leading bankers, the plan includes rapid construction shells for high explosive munitions and possible second plant on Lake Calumet. Work resumed after cold weather and federal censorship limits further details.
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Chicago
John W. O'Leary
Chicago Tribune
Association of Commerce
Bion J. Arnold
Lake Calumet
Illinois Brick Co
Sherwin-William
Lutherans to Raise 750000 for Soldiers Welfare
The National Lutheran Commission for Soldiers and Sailors Welfare launches a rapid campaign to raise 750000 for the welfare of 200000 Lutheran youths in the U S Army and Navy in America and France with all Lutherans coordinating a thorough canvass of every congregation.
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United States
America
France
Health Condition of Army the Best in the World
Senator Ollie James quotes that despite a severe winter the American Army has the healthiest condition of any army. He cites disease death rates in past wars, noting 25 per thousand in the Spanish-American war, 15 in the China-Japanese war, and 20 in the Russo-Japanese war.
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Ollie James
Riverdale Park District Holds Election for Park Commissioner
An election will be held in the Village hall on April 2, 1918 to elect one Park Commissioner for a five year term. Petitions may be obtained from Harry McGrain at 2 Hast 487th Place Riverdale. Harry J. McGrain, Park District Clerk.
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Harry McGrain
Riverdale
Harry J. McGrain
Park
Dolton-Riverdale Building & Loan Seeks Mortgage Clients
Dolton Riverdale Building and Loan Association announces money to loan on good improved real estate. Learn how easy it is to pay off a mortgage with their agents Horace Holmes secretary and office at First National Bank Dolton Illinois.
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Dolton-Riverdale Building & Loan Association
Horace Holmes
First Nat’l Bank
Dolton, Ill
Royal Neighbors Meeting in Dalton Village Hall
Mary E. Tuesdale Camp No 8148 of the Royal Neighbors of America meets on the 1st and 8th Tuesdays each month at the Dalton Village Hall. Josephine McLaughlin serves as Oracle Lulu Berger as Recorder and Pauline M Slaughter as Revelver.
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Mary E. Tuesdale
Royal Neighbors of America
Dalton Village Hall
Josephine McLaughlin
Oracle
Lulu Berger
Recorder
Pauline M. Slaughter
Revelver
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Royal Neighbors
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Indiana Avenue
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First Trust
Savings Bank of Riverdale Capital
Presigent
John Harms
O. F. Reich
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Michigan Avenue
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Twin City
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Lincoln Ave
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