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Newspaper
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Location
Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1917
Page
3
Through an association with many American newspapers the Roanoke Rapids Herald is represented globally by about two hundred photographers. Over a hundred serve with the armies and navies of the warring nations. The best pictures will be reproduced weekly for Herald readers.
In a small town a dramatic claim of a miracle centers on a torn pair of trousers found money. The bishop, examining the tale, dismisses it as a joke, asking to see the trousers and then humorously declaring it a pot of trousers. The scene blends local superstition with wit.
Congress approved a military draft measure with a 297 to 24 House vote and an 8 to 8 Senate tie. The outcome sets the draft process in motion pending further action or negotiation. The report highlights the bipartisan engagement and the critical cross chamber deadlock in the final tally.
A heated vote split Congress over a military draft extension and funding. The Senate backed a broader conscription age range while the House rejected changes, leaving the 3.0 billion appropriation stripped and a separate measure to be drafted. Politicians pressed for expedited conference to send the bill to the President.
Marshal Joffre expressed to American correspondents a strong desire for the United States flag to fly over France, pledging closer fr iendship and a swift end to the war. He praised American valor, but suggested only a few specialists might help train a growing American force.
Monterey reports Mexico plans a break with the Central Powers within weeks and seeks an alliance with the United States. Officials show the government is warming to American talks as some formerly hostile figures shift toward friendlier sentiment.
McAdoo officially announced the Liberty Loan of 117 with the name chosen to rally support for the democratic war effort. The funds will be spent to the last dollar in the fight against autocracy as the nation braces for the next bond issue.
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