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Newspaper
Wakefield Advocate
Location
Wakefield, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1917
Page
5
The message urges government to excuse farmers from military duty to grow food crops and lead by raising a banner crop in Gogebic County highlighting the essential civilian contribution to national food production and defense.
An estimated 100000 former prisoners in the new Russian republic emerge from Siberian camps across roads and rails. Stories of flogging, chains, and crowded quarters recur as inmates learn of Russia becoming a republic, with many who sought political rights gaining liberty at last.
The United States must boost food production as war stretches resources. Citizens, especially farmers, are urged to plant and harvest crops now to feed soldiers and allies, ensuring national and global stability. The piece emphasizes patriotism and government guidance, warning that food shortages risk wider consequences.
The United States Congress proclaims war on Imperial Germany and authorizes full military efforts to defeat the war threat. The president is empowered to marshal all naval and land forces and government resources to bring the conflict to a successful termination for liberty and humanity.
Fragmented notes claim Cuba allied with the United States against Germany due to gratitude for past treatment. The piece mentions a resolution urging prompt action and cites an American businessman's visit to the Far East. It references China and indemnity issues, with unclear government positions and a recalled Chinese government stance.
The speaker argues that China views the United States as a just, trustworthy power and notes Cuba offering to join U.S. forces, illustrating how a nation's fair treatment of smaller states can yield indirect benefits to itself through justice and fair play.
The piece argues for increased planting to avert war food scarcity. It cites government warnings from the department of agriculture and notes Argentina restricting exports and poor winter wheat prospects. It urges both farmers and city dwellers to grow more foodstuffs.
Allied operations in the West show signs of success as the French advance and British forces hold captured trenches. Over 15 000 prisoners and numerous guns reported in the first drive, with more than 17 000 prisoners and similar amounts of material in the latest French advance.
Newspapers across the country face increased costs for ink paper and labor and must raise prices or close. Subscriptions may rise to keep papers in business as communities rely on them for news. The move aims to keep newspapers in the ranks of essential community services despite losses.
A large wartime loan of 7 billion dollars is approved by Congress. It would impose an $80 per person burden in the United States, a figure compared with per capita debts in Britain, France, and Germany. The piece urges consumer restraint and mentions Daly’s cigar brands.
A series of reflective lines emphasize growing food at home, bearing wartime burdens, and supporting national effort. It notes Britain’s front lines, social plans, and public opinion, while mentioning ships, wartime shortages, and policy shifts in Canada and the United States. The tone blends pacings of hope and concern for famine avoidance, with references to figures and events of the period.
The piece notes spring's dampness worsens rheumatic pains and suggests relief with Chamberlain's Liniment, advertised as available widely.
An old health ad urges drinking water to ease kidney trouble and prevent bladder irritation. It touts Jad Salts and a lemon lime tonic as cleansing aids, with instructions to use a tablespoonful in water before breakfast for several days.
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