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Government must act on wheat crisis with food bill
Herbert Hoover warns Congress must pass the food bill to stabilize wheat supply and prices amid a world crop shortfall. He cites undernourishment in industrial centers, risk of riots, and relief needs for consumers, urging government control of distribution to curb extortion by middlemen and prevent dangerous price shocks.
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Ireland's Task Aims for Ulster Safeguards and Local Councils
T P O Connor argues that while the Irish convention may not decisively settle home rule, its approval is made inevitable by world sanction. He urges concessions to ease Ulster fears, including increased urban district representation, stronger senate representation for unionists, and local provincial councils under Dublin. He remains firmly against any partition of Ireland.
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The Special Position of Spain During War Time
The United States presses to halt neutral supplies to Germany and enforces embargo rules. Spain, though pro German sentiment exists, is deemed friendly to the Allies and America, with its neutrality weighed against aiding Germany. Spain’s exports to France and England, iron from Bilbao, coal trips, and food shipments shape a complex stance amid shortages.
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Ireland’s path to self government depends on unity
The discussion argues that Ireland must emulate successful constitutional strategies to protect all population groups. It notes world approval for home rule but questions whether support will endure if Ireland fails to implement a satisfactory, inclusive system of self government that unites all elements.
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Better Crop Prospects for War Era Harvests
A lengthy report from the Department of Agriculture highlights vast expected yields across major grains. Corn leads with a projected 3.124 billion bushels, nearly matching the 1912 record, while winter and spring wheats combine to 678 million bushels above last year. Barley, oats, rye, potatoes, and tobacco show record or near record prospects, buoyed by favorable weather and expanded acreage.
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Food Administration
Europe
Department of Agriculture
Aviation program obstacles to wartime air production
The article outlines manufacturing hurdles for a major aviation program aimed at defeating Germany by air. It notes need for plant assurances to builders, potential type changes, labor training, material shortages, and the executive branch handling production with Congress funding. It weaves in assorted remarks and humor about current events and personalities of the era.
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Congress
Wilson as Glasgow lord rector? Ancient university hints
The Glasgow University founded in 1450 may invite President Wilson to become lord rector in October after the current holder Raymond Poincare’s term ends. The role honors a great statesman and requires no oath. past rectors include Salisbury, Gladstone, Rosebery, and Balfour.
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Papal Ban on Spiritism Issued by Benedict XV
The decree from the Holy Office bans Roman Catholics from attending spiritist séances or communications whether with or without a medium and regardless of hypnotism. It declares spiritism a sin even if framed as piety or religious interrogation. Published in Rome on April 27, 1917. noted by Marquise de Fontenoy.
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To See Is to Believe. Missourian Ideals Sparked by Self View
A Houston Post piece notes a girl’s belief in her perfect figure reflects a broader illusion that everyone in the world was born in Missouri, highlighting irony and regional pride shaping self image and perception.
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Battle of Courtrai Age of Chivalry Landmark Clash
On July 11 1203 the famous battle of Courtrai saw Flemish burghers repulse a French knightly force with vast enemy losses. Flemish leaders Guy of Dampierre and Raoul de Nesle directed a stubborn defense as 20 000 foot and archers faced 8 000 knights. The clash prompted long term Flemish independence and shifting alliances with England and Scotland.
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Army assigns generals to commands in the United States
A list of army general officer reassignments includes Maj. Gen. Morton to Syracuse New York Maj. Gen. Morrison to Chickamauga Park Georgia Brig. Gen. Buckman to Charleston South Atlantic coast artillery district Brig. Gen. Cronkhite to Ancon Panama Canal Zone Brig. Gen. Dickman to Fort Ethan Allen Vermont Brig. Gen. Blocksom to report to the Southern department Fort Sam Houston Texas Brig. Gen. Alen to Fort Riley Kansas Brig. Gen. Kennedy to Gettysburg Pennsylvania Brig. Gen. Glenn to Fort Benjamin Harrison Indiana Brig. Gen. Hodges Jr to Presidio of San Francisco California Brig. Gen. Sage to Fort Snelling Minnesota Brig. Gen. Sturgis to Fort Sam Houston Texas Maj. Armstrong and Capt. Pike named to retiring board roles Capt. Brown and Peebles to Dayton Ohio for assignment Capt. Canady and Alfonte with Mount Clemens for duty Jones Jones detailed as professor at Army Medical School Pipes to Jefferson Barracks Missouri Kennard assigned to Twenty fourth Cavalry Everts retired for duty and Manty to Fort Sam Houston for sanitary inspection.
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Proceedings in Brief on Food Bill and Committees
Recess extended to 1 o clock, voting on the administration food bill to begin by 2:30 Saturday. Chamberlain withdrew his pleura motion. Gore submitted a substitute limiting government control to foodstuffs, and recommended licensing with minimum wheat price. Lodge opposed profit regulation. Lewin proposed a land tax to fund Prohibition revenues. Senate debate stretched into the afternoon with various committee actions and adjournment remarks.
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Priceless Mount Wilson mirror guarded for ascent
The 100-inch mirror built over twelve years since its rough cast in St Gobain France is being moved to the Mount Wilson observatory with heavy guard. Guards accompany the fragile load up the rugged trail to the summit to prevent sabotage by any who oppose science. The mirror’s delicate transport is part of elaborate preparations for the telescope project.
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Washington War Season Reflections From Willard Hotel
In Washington on leave Capt A D Ford of the Royal Fusiliers recalls flying exploits and war hopes. He praises Mapplebeck's daring air combat and recounts Mapplebeck's escape and later capture. Ford describes US entry, his service across continents, and views on aiding Russia. Also present are J P Matthews and Rep Weaver discussing wartime prosperity, western Republican vigour, and political sentiment amid the war.
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