War and extravagance in wartime politics and finance
The piece argues that wartime extravagance enabled Allied victory and reduced German threat, while warning that postwar excess will raise taxes. It critiques politicians who claim to seek economy, noting historic federal spending surges after conflicts. It cautions both parties on redefining fiscal policy as America adjusts to peacetime costs and population growth.
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Germany
Paris
London
America
United States
Bailey
Democratic Party
Congress
Boral
The
Houston Post
Paat
Cleveland
Charlotte Observer
Chicago
Willard
Washington
House of Representatives
House
Michael McGarvey
Quartermaster's Depot
Governor's Island
Government
Mint shows profit on government coin operations report
The United States Mint reported a fiscal year profit of 8,369,971 dollars with half from nickel and bronze coin production. It minted 466,859,600 pennies using 3,200,000 pounds of metal and melted 191,000,000 silver dollars for bullion, selling 200,000,000 fine ounces to Great Britain for India’s account. Director Baker notes profits and efficient administration.
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United States
Raymond T. Baker
Peru
Argentina
Nicaragua
Siam
Philippines
Bureau of the Mint
Great Britain
In Memory of W. E. Dugger
A former Willowdale church member W E Dugger born February 4 1636 died May 15 1919. He married Nannie Wilkerson in September 1870 and had five children four living. He was a skilled mechanic respected in the county and active in church and Sunday school. The family and congregation mourn yet hold hope in rest. BE A.
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W. E. Dugger
Willowdale Church
Brother Dugger
Nannie Wilkerson
Dugger
President Wilson to Restore Federal Railroads March First
President Wilson announces the return to private ownership of railroads and transportation properties effective March 1 1920 at 12 01 am reclaiming control from the Federal government after World War I. The proclamation directs the director general of railroads to settle compensation and finalize all related matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Secretary of War
J. Woodrow Wilson
United States
Walker D. Hines
Rin
Congress
Cures Asthma With Shirt Buttons Legend
A barn cashier in Wilson believed he had a severe asthma attack and bought aspirin tablets. His daughter found the box and used the tablets as a Christmas present idea, placing the tray in a bureau drawer, suggesting an unlikely cure myth.
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Wilson
Pale Children and Gude's Pepo-Manganak
Pale children show signs of thinness and paleness as a remedy claim for Pep to Mangak marketed by Gude's. The ad urges mothers to enroll children in a regimen to combat unwarranted pallor and feeble blood.
Pepto Mangan Ad Claims Benefit for Children
An old advertisement extols Gude’s Pepto Mangan as a safe tonic for pale thin children, available in liquid and tablet forms with identical medicinal properties. The copy urges prompt attention to dull or fatigued kids, touting blood enrichment and vigor, and ends with a humorous anecdote about a man confusing pills with buttons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gude
Banking on a farmer’s loan and its impact on success
The author argues capital access drives farming progress. Farmers face high interest due to risk, so securing bank loans at reasonable rates enables investment in livestock and equipment. Borrowing from banks is preferred over private credit to sustain a cash-based, solid business reputation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Al- 80
Progressive Marmer
Notice of Expcutorship for L C Karp Estate
Having qualified as Executor, L. H. Holler issues notice to all claimants to present claims by December 22, 1920 or be barred. Debts owed to the estate should be settled promptly. This 22nd day of December, 1919, L. H. Holler executor of the estate of L. C. Karp deceased.
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American Medical Association
Europe
Harvey
L. C. Karp
Insurance pitch from F Blair in Blowing Rock NC
An advertisement from F Blair of Blowing Rock North Carolina urges immediate action on insurance. It stresses insuring house health and life before misfortune, promising universal rates and the best policies.
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F. Blair
Blowing Rock
N. C
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New York Times
Ers
L. H. Holler
L. C.karp
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