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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1918
Page
2
A wartime appeal urges greater food exports and conservation to feed 180,000,000 people and aid Germany and allies, stressing preparedness after the war and strengthening American trade, economy, and democracy through shared sacrifice and efficient resource use.
Prescott discusses America's food program urging elimination of waste to meet the pledge. He emphasizes thrifty conservation, education for housewives, and reducing wheat and other essentials to boost exports. The plan calls for a 50 percent increase in efficiency and continued vigilance in preserving vital foods.
A wartime urging preservation and voluntary sacrifice as essential to sustain the Allied cause. The piece appeals to American resolve, noting European food shortages and calling for stern measures if need returns, to prove endurance and uphold trust in American commitments.
The London Meat Trade Journal clip salutes Herbert Hoover Food Administrator of the United States. He attends a London conference with food ministers of Great Britain France and Italy to plan food supply measures for the coming year. The piece thanks Hoover and the American people for their wartime contributions.
The Michigan Division of the Food Administration urges letting young turkeys develop and fatten by October. Farmers should store for harsh weather, as a ten pound gobbler in October becomes twelve or thirteen pounds later with extra feed. Hens should reach seven to ten pounds, and only turkeys eight pounds dressed should be sold.
The Food Administration warns that shrinking herds will trigger serious food shortages across Europe for years after the war ends. Officials urge rationing and increased production to avert famine.
The text outlines wartime measures to feed 4.8 million front-line troops and sustain Atlantic ferry operations. It calls for prioritizing essential materials, cutting nonessential imports, and speeding production to outpace enemy supply, even as households endure rationing and sacrifice. It notes Americans facing shortages and hope for victory through disciplined economy and resilience.
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