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Newspaper
Wakefield Advocate
Location
Wakefield, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1917
Page
6
A fragmentary patriotic remark echoes a public sentiment about national steadfastness and resolve amid debate. The quote underscores loyalty to the country while acknowledging imperfect conditions.
The article outlines massive U S aircraft production for fighting Germany with 20000 planes planned 15000 in the United States 5000 abroad and aviator training in 54 flight schools and multiple ground schools It notes Liberty Motor progress and American design from propeller to camera as hopes rise for Europe bound aircraft and a growing corps of trained pilots led by optimistic officials
An ad touts TIZ as the cure for sore tired feet with dancing relief. It claims TIZ draws out acids and poisons, reduces corns blisters and bunions, and lets you wear smaller shoes without pain. The copy promises lasting comfort after long work or walking, urging readers to buy from druggists or department stores.
President Wilson warns Americans not to fall into byways of thought as talks of peace surface. He argues a true peace ends only when Germany is beaten and autocracy is replaced by democracy, preventing a German victory that would bolster its government and mislead public opinion.
The article reports Allied gains in the west while other fronts calm, warning that spring offensives from Italy Greece Russia and France could crush the Central powers. It notes suppressed German sailors’ revolt hints at unrest and accuses Teutonic officials of perfidious acts, reflecting U.S. state department disclosures from 1916.
Official figures show English troops made up seventy percent of forces in combat and suffered seventy six percent of casualties. In nine months, British troops captured 51,435 German prisoners and 335 guns, with 15,065 British soldiers lost. no British guns were lost, underscoring England's substantial war effort.
The second Liberty Loan draws rapid subscriptions nationwide but urges every able citizen to contribute. The total sought exceeds the first loan, and even small subscriptions are necessary to meet the goal.
A reader argues in favor of government selling securities as a safe investment. The proposer contends the funds are needed to support soldiers and sailors in the ongoing war effort.
Secretary Baker touts British offensives in Flanders to show why large fresh forces are needed. He notes Haig’s rapid, continuous attacks and argues that British line depth allows repeated blows, supporting a decisive Allied victory and the possibility of German defeat in the west around Ypres.
A long analysis on the stalled Mars decision and its impact on European peace efforts. It argues the Teutonic seeks for victory failed and only American pressure could force a final settlement, while noting shifting German Austrian offers toward arbitration and disarmament. The piece blends war talk with aphorisms and dated reflections on debt and industry.
The passage argues the final decision is not in doubt and notes the Entente will delay peace to reach a thorough ruling. It asserts confidence that the outcome will favor those who have led in shaping international affairs, stating Mars will side against those who pushed for supremacy.
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