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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1917
Page
1
A collection of pithy, humorous maxims on marriage, charity, money, and social norms. Witty lines critique credit, critics, voters, and boasting while noting human folly and deceit. A playful era voice reflects on relationships, finance, and reputation through quick quips.
An old classified style ad urges readers to cut out and mail a slip with five cents to Foley & Co of Chicago. It promises a trial package of Foley's Hen ry and Tar Compound for coughs and croup along with Foley Kidney Pills and Foley Cathartic Tablets, noting availability everywhere.
Washington reports cabinet talks outline sweeping military, naval, industrial and financial measures to be enacted after Congress declares war on Germany. Plans foresee rapid shipbuilding and deployment, with full protection of the United States and readiness for possible overseas action. Leaders from both parties briefed, with Congress meeting April 2 to enact detailed steps.
Professor Winkler sought fertilizer guidance from I S Royster Guano Co of Norfolk Virginia. The reply recommends acid phosphate for corn on good land and blends with about 10 percent phosphoric acid and 2 percent ammonia on thinner soil. For potatoes use 10-6-0 Royster Bee Line Special Truck Compound and for cabbage use Raven High Grade Guano 5-10-3, with 10-6-0 suggested if manure is heavy on cabbage land. Potash is scarce and should be used sparingly. Excellent results with 10-6-0 were seen last year and similar goods are used again this year for potatoes.
March weather is cautioned as favorable to pneumonia germs. A cold can lead to pneumonia, so early treatment matters. Seek relief with Chamberlain's Cough Remedy at first signs of a cold, and ask others who have used it about its value.
An extreme pacifist faction argues against armed conflict while others may support fighting the opposing side. The Hickory Record notes a divided stance among readers on national defense and potential war.
A violent storm struck New Albany Indiana causing extensive destruction. 25 bodies were recovered with many feared dead or injured leaving dozens homeless. State troops police and volunteers rushed to aid and emergency services struggled to clear debris.
An undated testimonial from Enos Halbert of Paoli Indiana describes a severe fall cough with sleepless nights. After trying remedies he used Foleya Honey and Tar, which relieved the cough entirely. The letter urges readers to get the genuine product, sold everywhere.
Two escaped members of the interned crews of two German auxiliary cruisers fled from the Philadelphia Navy Yard and crossed the Rio Grande two miles below Brownsville. They are now at Matamoros opposite Brownsville as American authorities notify Mexican officials at Matamoros.
Sudden changes of temperature and weather bring spring colds. One dose of Dr King s New Discovery clears the head and irritated membranes. Don t stop treatment when relief is felt as a half cured cold can be dangerous. Take until the cold is gone. At all druggists.
President Taft spoke to about ten thousand Nashvillian listeners outlining support for a World League to Enforce Peace and defending U S entry into war with Germany as necessary. The speech framed moral and strategic reasons for involvement and urged international cooperation.
Washington reports an executive order increasing the Marine Corps to 17,400 men amid broader mobilization. Secretary Baker notes no further National Guard calls expected while Navy and Marine forces swing to full strength. The message urges newspapers to publicize the need for recruits and customizes Marine roles as elite expeditionary forces in national defense.
Washington rejects Germany’s proposal to affirm or extend the 1799 and 1828 treaties. The U S notes Germany’s flagrant violations and ponders whether the treaties remain in effect. The formal reply was made public after being delivered to Dr Paul Ritter, the Swiss minister representing German interests.
Washington reports the American liner St Louis, first armed ship to cross the Atlantic, has reached its destination with 41 passengers listed 14 Americans aboard. Secretary of the Navy Daniels was informed by New York offices. no trip details released. The ship sailed March 17 from an American port with 394 aboard including 131 Americans.
Government announces executive order to mobilize the country for total war. Nation will undergo full wartime measures with a stated manpower strength of eighty seven thousand. Officials emphasize rapid mobilization across military and civilian sectors to support national security goals.
President Wilson orders Navy recruitment to 87 000 enlisted and creates two new Army departments for faster mobilization. National Guard units, Pennsylvania Guard regiment, and Georgia infantry companies called back to federal service as national police. Navy to enroll about 20 000 more men. officials urge editors to aid recruitment.
War department announces fourteen National Guard regiments summoned into Federal service for police protection. States named include Massachusetts Second and Third Regiments, Pennsylvania First and Third Regiments, Maryland Fourth, District of Columbia First Battalion, Vermont Company B, Connecticut First, New York Second and Seventy fourth, New Jersey First and Fiftieth, Delaware First Battalion First Regiment, with Thirteenth Pennsylvania A and B C Companion of the First Georgia remaining in service.
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