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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1918
Page
4
The piece urges a sober view of World War I, noting millions may be needed on the western front and that victory will require long effort. It praises American soldiers as capable and devoted to free institutions, ready to sacrifice for liberty and the common good.
Poem critiques traitor fears and loyal patriotism as it mocks calls to intern dissidents and shoot dissenters with harsh satire. It references Uncle Sam, Teuton sympathizers, and Dame Rinor while urging caution against unfounded accusations and vigilantism.
The U S Food Administration demands a 50 percent cut in wheat consumption to 21 000 000 bushels monthly to support Allied war bread until harvest. Citizens must limit to 1 1 2 pounds weekly per person. two wheatless days weekly. retailers and bakers face strict limits. voluntary cuts urged with possible enforcement if needed.
The speaker argues the enemy knows the Allies are unprepared and must win quickly. He says the great task is to return Teuton armies to their homes without victory banners and to make way for the democratization of republican institutions and lasting world peace.
A terse directive urges gentle correction of a wandering jay and to keep him from straying further from the narrow way, emphasizing prompt and forgiving handling of the bird.
Political notice from Harry McCall announcing candidacy for the office of county treasurer in Washington County. He seeks the Republican voters support at the June primaries and asks for favorable consideration.
George F. Morrison announces candidacy for reelection as county attorney, stating he will run in the June Republican primaries and seeks the support of GOP voters.
J L Brookhart declares candidacy for state senate on the Republican ticket in the tenth district primary pending voters’ choice.
A candidate will run in the June Republican primary for county attorney in Washington County subject to Republican voters approval. The candidate is T. A. Michels.
A humorous verse by Walt Mason reflecting on human flaws and self awareness. The speaker recalls past misdeeds and the temptations of public virtue while noting humorous slips and moral stumbles.
W. H. Butterfield declares intent to run in the June Republican primary for county attorney. He asks supporters to back his bid and notes it is subject to the will of Republican voters.
On the County Board of Supervisors for the term beginning 1919 Samuel Anderson is presented as a Republican candidate subject to voter will at the June primaries.
A declaration by AL COCKLIN indicates candidacy for the Washington board of supervisors term beginning January 1919. He files to appear in the June primary under Republican voters.
Japanese tea growers observe strict sanitation for workers and curing processes. Local associations inspect health practices and quality control. Japanese teas are never artificially colored, unlike some foreign varieties.
The article notes wheat stocks stranded in India and Australia due to ship shortages, forcing rationing in the Allies and the United States. Australia holds about 150 million bushels awaiting ships while India has 70 million. Argentina has 11 million left for export. Shipping constraints shift responsibility to the U S to share global wheat stocks.
The U S Food Administration reports that from July 1 1914 to January 1 1918 the United States furnished complete yearly rations for 57 100 933 people plus protein for 22 104 570 more men. Wheat and wheat flour exports to three principal allies equaled about 284 million bushels. Pork exports for three and a half years neared 2 billion pounds with fresh beef at 443 million pounds. Food to Russia was negligible compared with western allies.
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