Government plans reassure state officials on future
The passage notes strong assurances and encouraged optimism about government plans for the state, underscoring confidence in forthcoming measures.
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Newspaper
Sarasota Times
Location
Sarasota, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1917
Page
11
American Soldiers in France Restricted by Censor Rules
American women adopting soldiers in France face censorship limits as soldiers cannot correspond with strangers. Receptions and letters they cannot answer create awkward situations, and mail service delays hinder sending important matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Government warns dealers on war price speculation
The government pursues produce dealers exploiting wartime conditions. A Virginia firm lost its license last week and must close by month end after letting carloads of potatoes spoil while awaiting higher prices. Henry Ford and Nash Hurley will visit Tampa to study locating a large ship plant there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Food Administration
Henry Ford
Shipping Board
Nash Hurley
Tampa
Florida
Tax Officer to Aid Filers in Bradenton
A federal income tax officer will be in Bradentown January 2 to 11 to assist all taxpayers in preparing returns. Manatee county has an estimated four to five hundred subject to pay income tax. Married filers with revenue over $2000 or unmarried filers over $1000 should visit to file. Failure to comply carries fines from $20 to $1000 or imprisonment. Taxpayers must report to the government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bradentown
Manatee County
Home Guard Organizing Meeting in Sarasota
All persons interested in organizing a home guard in Sarasota are requested to meet Monday night January 7 at 7 30 p m at T C Lines shop on Main Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarasota
T. C. Lines
Main Street
Greater Florida Association Forms To Advertise North
Bartow Courier Informant notes the Greater Florida Association aims to campaign vigorously in the North to promote Florida advertising. The statewide effort seeks productive use of idle lands, promising profits and patriotic support for Uncle Sam’s production drive. The meeting signals a swift start.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North
Greater Florida Association
Florida
Uncle Sam
Bartow Courier
Spirit of Christmas Opens Hearts in Sarasota Family
In Sarasota two children aged seven and eleven gave five dollars to the Red Cross despite temptations to spend it on themselves. Distant friends sent the gift, and the siblings joined the society, doing their small part in the world’s work during the holiday season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarasota
Red Cross Society
Rube Allyn Preaches to Soldiers at Camps
The Bradenton Herald notes limited enthusiasm for a Rube Allyn sermon in camp, while the Lakeland Telegram predicts a cheerful brand of religion from his address to the troops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rube Allyn
Bradentown
Rube
Lakeland Telegram
War Developments From Europe and Northeast Fronts
An American soldier found with his throat cut is reported killed after capture by Germans who surprised him. Terror reports describe Germans driving women and children from occupied France and Belgium for troop needs. Italian fronts near Col di Rosso see disputed positions after a counter attack with heavy losses. Brest-Litovsk talks delay proposed by Germans until January 24 per Petrograd dispatch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vroops
France
Belgium
Col d el Rosso
Berlin
Brest-Lite
Petrograd
Red Cross Seals Support Tuberculosis Fight and Sarasota Lodge Meeting
The Red Cross seals fund tuberculosis work with a sale lasting until New Year's Day. They have raised 134.77, including 26.24 by school children, and remaining inventory is at Philip's haberdashery on Main Street. The Sarasota Rebekah Lodge announces a special meeting Monday evening, Dec 31, for initiation of two candidates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
State Card of Health
Leeds
Florida Anti-Tuberculosis Association
Cox
Philip’s Haberdashery
Main Street
Sarasota Rebekah
Red Cross Benefit Adds to Sarasota Chapter Funds
A charity offering by B. Nash to support the Red Cross raised 40 dollars for the Sarasota Chapter, boosting local relief efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Sarasota
Christian Science Services Held Sundays at 11 A.M.
Services are held every Sunday at 11 a m in the high school auditorium. Visiting members are cordially welcomed.
Presbyterian Church Services and Programs
Presbyterian Church plans Sunday morning and evening services. Christian Endeavor meets at 6 30 p m led by Mr Munson with the topic Planning for the future The Sunday school gathers at 930 a m All welcome W Latham Pastor Co
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Christian Endeavor
Munson
Co. W. Latham
Baptist Church Plans Sunday School and Services
Sunday school at 9 45 a m with C M Howard as superintendent urges attendance. Preaching at 11 a m and 7 30 p m by the pastor God willing with topics How Shall We Gain the Masses and Christ the Power of God and the Wisdom of God. Mid week prayer service Wednesday 7 30 p m. You are invited and urged to attend. J R Henry Pastor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. M. Howard
God Willing
Christ
God
J. R. Henry
Methodist Church Invites All Men to Sunday Classes
Wesley Bible class led by W K Davis from Wisconsin gathers in the old church at 9 45 a m with special music. Woman's Bible class meets in the main auditorium. Worship at 11 a m features The Gospel of Missions and the Law of Growth. 7 30 p m sermon titled The Gospel of the Missionary. Navy Thanksgiving dinner supplied turkey for every man aboard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley
Old Church
W. K.davis
Wisconsin
I. W. Longacre
Daniels
Strength of Navy Reserve Force Volunteers
The naval reserve force numbers 49 250 men with 70 percent volunteering for general service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Naval Reserve Force
War Savings Stamp Drive Aims For $2 Billion By 1919
The postal service urges all Americans to buy war savings stamps enough to average 16 50 per person to reach a 2 billion target by January 1 1919. Wholesale cutbacks save 419 500 in cloth for uniforms for 67 500 soldiers. Annapolis Naval Academy seating doubles with alterations. Washington departments hire girl messengers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Secretary McAdoo orders liquidation of allied enemy insurers
Under a decision by Secretary McAdoo all insurance firms incorporated under enemy or ally of enemy country laws must be liquidated. Life insurers are exempted and may continue existing contracts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McAdoo
Cuban aviation unit to serve France with full equipment
Havana announces an aviation unit for France likely named Escadrille Cubaine. It would be the first Cuban fighting force to serve on French soil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Havana
Escadrille Cubaine
Cuba
Bees at Work Promise Frugal Farm Food Boost
Bees at work on the farm will produce a good food at a comparatively small expense. Get started with them before spring.
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Washington
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