War Secretary Urges US War Shipments to Europe
War Secretary urges rapid shipments to Europe as the United States increases its support for allied forces. The secretary outlines plans to bolster British and French efforts, with draft and training measures expanding to meet earlier expectations. He warns that German forces are exerting full strength against Haig, Foer and Foch coordinate strategies as the Entente prepares potential counter moves. The report notes a growing British fishing industry boom tied to wartime demands and tax income.
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United States
Hare
England
Igi
Eas
Haigs
Ras Foen
Remy
War Council
Versailles
Lines Ridge
Haig
Frc
Als
Entente
Foch
Haigomplete
Germany Not Win Says Baker War Secretary
Secretary of War Newton D. Baker returned from Europe and declared Germany will fail in its bid for peace by force. He urged American support through liberty bonds, pledged coordinated effort with allies, and praised American troops for their courage and effectiveness in France and Britain. He outlined plans with President Wilson to speed the war machine and improve department efficiency.
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Germany
Newton D. Baker
France
Belgium
America
United States
Wilson
Army
Baker
England
Great Britain
General Pershing
War Department
March
Middletown Liberty Loan Committee Donation
The Liberty Loan Committee of Middletown donated to support war financing led by R. J. Atwell.
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R. J. Atwell Liberty Loan Committee of
Middletown
Middletown Liberty Loan Committee
The Kaiser's Dominion Crumbling Amid War Effort Call
Wartime plea highlights need for men, materials, and supplies to sustain the war against the Kaiser. Emphasizes manpower, ammunition, food, and modern war demands to secure victory and freedom.
New U-Boat Weapon Said To Be Effective
United States claims a new invention against German submarines has proven successful in trials. Charles B. Mitchell reports a reliable source says over a dozen U boats were captured within two days, though he declines to share odds or specifics.
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New York
United States
Charles B. Mitchell
National City Company
Electrical Committee
Rainbow Division
Liberty Loan
America
Mitchell
Bolo Pasha Executed In Paris Treason Case
Paris reports that Bolo Pasha was executed at Vincennes after a February 14 death sentence for treason. The Temps cites alleged accomplices Senator Humbert and former Premier Caillaux, who faced dramatic confrontation. Cavallini and Perchere received related sentences. Bolo faced charges of contacting the enemy, taking German funds, and attempting to buy Figaro shares. He appealed but was denied. a reprieve allowed a final confession.
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Paris
Bolo Pasha
Vincennes
Bolo
Humbert
Caillaux
Temps
Cavallini
Perchere
Egypt
Germany
Figaro
New York
Poincare
Sage and Sulphur Compound Restores Natural Hair Color
An old remedy Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound promises to darken gray hair evenly and restore luster. Apply with sponge or brush, one strand at a time, for a youthful look. not a medical cure.
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Wyeth
Happenings in This Vicinity 25 Years Ago
A compilation of local notices from 25 years past reports James Cunningham found dead from exposure after escaping from the C H L. Saloon disturbance prompts police action. Other items note long tenure at South church, election of a fish and game warden, tobacco habits ceasing at 96, building of a tobacco shed, and local infrastructure impacts from freshet. Farm and civic notes include taxes, sewing machine parts, barn fires, deaths, work changes, assessments, and scarce help.
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James Cunningham
Newington
van Benschoten
John N. Camp
South Church
Wesley Tryon
East Hampton
Jonathan Thayer
Nelson Cornwall
Portland
Gildersleeve
Pacausett
First Ecclesiastical Society
James H. Bunce
George H. Hublbert
J. W. Hubbard
Horace F. Boardman
Thomas Gilbert
Samuel Arnold
Haddam
W. L. Blake
Victor
Alvin Coe
Middlefield
Big Vote On Wet And Dry Question In Empire State Today
New York April 17 With 60 percent of enrolled voters in 39 New York cities recorded the campaign to get out remaining ballots continues. William H Anderson says workers have been busy but reports are encouraging and half the cities may vote dry. Female participation appears high indicating decisive support for a dry outcome. Polls close at 8 tonight and anticipated vote totals will be large.
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Empire State
New York
New York State
William H. Anderson
Superin League
Anderson
America
Gladys
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Europe
WAR Secretary
Bagley
N. C
Rmartman
Hartford
Conn
J. A. Daniels
Silver Lane
Mr. Daniels
Columbus
Hengerveld Alpha
University of Missouri Dairy Herd
Missouri
Bess
Frederick W. Becker
Liberty Street
William Dorsey
Samuel Fenn
B. P. Bill
Lyme
Thomas P. Bill
George H. Ward
Middletown Coal Co
Levi
Deming
Henry
Woodman
Bacon Bros
N. Y
Larner Co
Main and
Court Streel
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