Milwaukee Socialist Mayor Hoan targeted for indictment
Wheeler P. Bloodgood, chair of Milwaukee county council of defense, told reporters he prepared papers seeking indictment of Mayor Hoan, a Socialist, amid fears of civil unrest. Bloodgood warns Milwaukee may face martial law unless Hoan is barred from office, citing a war climate and dissent against the war.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Wheeler P. Bloodgood
County Council of Defense
Hoan
Bloodgood
Beiter
Socialist Platform
America
Congress
France
Wilson
Vigorove
Wisconsin
Durand Exceeded Authority in Letter to Packing Firm
A letter directed to the Cudahy Packing Company, written by E Dane Durand in Chicago on January 18, urged keeping meat prices to feeders low. J P Cotton, head of the meat division of the Food Administration, said the missive was written without authority and that the aim is to pay a fair price to cattle feeders.
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Durand
Washington, D. C
Cudahy Pacious Company
E. Dane Durand
Chicago
J .P. Cotton
Meat Division
The
Food Administration
Cotton
Senate Agricultural Committee
PA Walk Recruit Says Only 94 Miles
A. C. Bonnifet of Shasta county refused transport and chose to walk 94 miles to join the Twentieth engineers in San Francisco. He asked Capt. Boyden if pay and allotments would support his wife and family. the officer quoted $47.50 monthly for family support, $7.50 for life insurance, and $10,900 coverage with 33 a month left, prompting Bonnifet to say he would walk.
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San Francisco
Cal
A. C. Bonnifet
Shasta County
H. C. Boyden
Bonnifet
Twentieth Engineers
Boyden
Proxy wedding tied to distant Colombia ceremony
Bridegroom’s brother acted as proxy for Louis M. Toros in a marriage held in Madelline Colombia. The bride Amelia M. Toros traveled several thousand miles to witness the event while the groom remained in New York for business. The ceremony was witnessed by the archbishop of Colombia and the American consul.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Amelia M. Toros
Louis M. Toros
South America
Madelline
Colombia
Hard Tack From 1854 On Exhibitions At Memorial Hall
A pair of hard tack crackers dating to 1854 were shown at Waterlow Memorial Hall as an example of long lasting food. John Call, of the 153rd New York, received the items from his mother and later reclaimed them after her death. Experts found the crackers still clean and very fresh, though they are 14 years old.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Call
153Rd New York Regiment
Waterlow Memorial Hall
Seizure of Dutch Ships Reduces Allied Losses
Associated Press report notes that seizure and use of Dutch vessels by the United States and Britain lowers net allied losses from German submarine and mine activity since the war began. British figures in Parliament show 6 000 000 tons lost last year, with Dutch ships idle in allied ports yet to contribute revenue and foodstuffs for Holland and its colonies.
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Associated Press
United States
Great Britain
Washington
House of Commons
Erle Geddes
Uliralty
Holland Siso
Burch Brothers mark tenth anniversary with spring fashion show
Waterloo store celebration features 40 living models under Mrs Myrtle Job showcasing spring frocks suits coats hats and sportswear. Highlights include tiger rose gown bright red English coat Bolsheviks velvet cape coat and peasant prints with georgettes taffelas and serge. children’s navy swagger coats and a Do Your Bit house and garden display.
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Waterloo
Burch Brothers
Myrtle Job
America
J. W. Carberry
Burele
Charles City
Red Cross
Anilady
Funeral Services for Mrs Sara A Hail
Funeral services for Mrs Sara A Hail who died yesterday will be held tomorrow at 2 PM at the family home 222 Franklin Street for relatives and intimate friends. Mrs Effie McCollum Jones former pastor of Liberal Christian church will officiate assisted by Rev J J Haywood. The remains are at Petersen Bros mortuary from 2 to 5 and 7 to 8 PM today. body will be taken to the home tomorrow morning.
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Sara Tta
Sara A. Hail
Franklin Street
Effie McCollum Jones
Liberal Christian Church
Willl oWicinate
J. J. Haywood
Petersen Bros Mortuary
Marn- ME
British Advance in Palestine Seizes Three Towns
London report states the British have advanced in Palestine capturing three towns. An official announcement says a Turkish counterattack was repulsed.
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Palestine
London
Birth announcements in March list several newborns
Birth notices report new arrivals to families including Mr and Mrs Alphonse Kane and Mr and Mrs Phili Foree with dates around March 11. Other entries mention Praude and Ra Norn, with township references and personal names that indicate fresh births in the local community.
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Alphonse C. Kane
Praude
Tunas Inert
Ra Norn, von
Mro
Phili Foree
Marcle Township
Sun, Marea 1
Bereaved family thanks neighbors for support and flowers
Irank Struble and Porter family express gratitude to neighbors for assistance during their bereavement and for the many beautiful flowers received.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Porter Fanilys
City in Brief: Des Moines to Waterloo rail and more
Brief city notes include Mrs. W J Yardy back from Des Moines, James Wyrnes returning from Los Angeles, and Lt Gus Julien returning to Camp Cady New Mexico. Local events cover the good roads committee meeting, government service recruiting at Rock Island arsenal, and hospital updates. Authorities discuss Waterloo Cedar Falls raid saving, army engineers enlistments, and family travels to Washington Connecticut and New York.
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Chamber of Commerce
Waterloo
Cedar Falls
Charles & Greeley
United States Arsenal
Rock Island
O. O. Hummel
Presbyterian Hospital
C. BE. Luce
St. Paul's
M. E. Thuren
Senate backs higher Wheat price guarantee to 2.40
Washington March Shen reports the Senate tentatively supports raising the government guarantee for wheat to 2.40 a bushel. Senator Gore's amendment requiring a two thirds vote to extend the rule was adopted in a 32 vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, T. C
Senate
Gore
Oklahoma
Long War Ahead Says Governor From Washington
Gov. W. L. Harding, back from Washington, warns of a long war with no early end. He cites Iowa manufacturers needing more machinery for war contracts and notes Iowa is second to send a state representative to secure contracts. He discusses coal shipments, winter shortages, and plans to boost Iowa coal production while conserving fuels and urging storage.
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Chicago
New York
Iowa
Illinois
Towa
Patriotic Rally in Porte City Supports Liberty Loan
Citizens gathered at the Porte City auditorium for a March Liberty Loan rally led by Roy B. Ashley with county chair Mit Campbell and speaker Bigelow urging patriotic support. Remissioner Salzigiber spoke on pension causes, while local groups distributed aid and entertainment noted, including high school music and community events.
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Porte City
Lverty Loan
Roy B. Ashley
Mit Campbell
Taérut
Wigelow
Wracer
Bigelow
Remissioner Salizgiber
Pension Department
Lew
Wermens
David Mitch
Albert Anton
Ladies of the Aid Society of the Methodist Church
Jot Gammons
M. Hileman
Waterloo
Ottumwa
Adaline Waldo
Maron 18
Burrell Wilder Chas
Schaitle
Kenny Hairdine
Ape Tesolate Undertaking
Heo
B. Hl. Jarvis
Centenarian Knits for Soldiers on Birthday
Mrs Abdigal Hastings Bond Hall aged 100 spent her birthday in Aurora knitting for soldiers. She said I have reached the axe of 100 and has lived in peace with neighbors. She has four children, 12 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aurora
Lizer Retires as New Official Takes Over Keys
The retiring press ident Lizer handed over his keys to the new official, marking a transition in the local office and signaling a period of ongoing oversight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waming
Lizer
Teut Offensive and Verdun Front Actions Reported
German artillery presses near Briton front and Cambrai area as battles extend across Flanders and Arras regions. Bavarian troops advance southwest of Ornes on Verdun front, taking 240 prisoners and reaching Brule ravine amid ongoing bombardment of Reims sectors and Champagne fronts.
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Page Oye
Flanders
Wit
Somme
Cambrai
Arras
Berlin
London
Ornes
Verdun
Brule
Paris
Reims
Champagne
New Massacres Reported in Asiatic Turkey by Relief Agent
Berne Switzerland March 21 Reports from 15 points in Asiatic Turkey via William W Chambers of the American committee for Armenian and Syrian relief describe large scale Turkish massacres. He notes atrocities under Armenian bands pretext, fears spread to the Caucasus, severe winter conditions and shortages add to suffering with rising orphans and depleted resources urging increased appropriations.
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Berne
Switzerland
Turkey
William W. Chambers
American Committee For
Caucasus
Armenia
Syria
American Committee
Chambers
Hudson News Highlights From Hudson Area March
Mr and Mrs Bowen traveled to southeastern Missouri to visit relatives and plan another trip to see their son Farmer. Local gathering at United Brethren church featured Rev Burton preaching and coal shortage era meetings. The Mercantile company opened a new store in Hudson under Joe Rustles and Leary Muerle management. A depot agent post for Great Western railroad was accepted by Mr Raber of Sievatunih. Clarence Baldwin underwent surgery at Thesbyterian hospital and Mrs Meyers injured washing when engine flywheel released part.
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Hudson
Hadson
Bowen
Missouri
Robert Joder
Clifford Shimer
Wesley Strayer
Perry
Hudson Hays
James Walkener
United Brethren Church
Gm Trev
Burton
Baptist Church
Raber
Sievatunih
Saps
U Hudson
John Ho Merers
Fiudson
Meyers
Feeding hens: soft and hard rations for small flocks
Guidance on keeping hens in good condition through soft and hard feeds. It covers mash recipes, feeding frequency, and balance between moist and dry rations, with practical quantities per flock size and timing to avoid gorging.
Profits in Poultry Amid High Feed Prices
The article notes many fear high feed costs reduce poultry profits yet argues profits can persist. It distinguishes on farm waste feeding, indirect market effects, and viability for backyard flocks, breeders, and commercial operations despite rising grain prices.
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United States
Salt Poisoning in Fowls Warned By Bureau Correspondent
A reader notes a home baked cake with salt instead of sugar killed eight young fowls. Salt poisoning is like to wipe out fowls with as little as one fifteenth ounce per pound of live weight. Avoid pickle brine and provide dry mash, water, oyster shell, and grit for safe poultry care.
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Bureau of Animal Industry
Raymond Community News Highlights and Local Socials
Three carloads of stock were shipped to Chicago from Raymond last Sunday. Bees and cattie were moved by Frank and Peter Webber and Theodore Webber. Several students and staff return to local schools after vacations. A baby boy named Jern Tuestiny was born to Mr. and Mrs. Mathew Etringer. The Ladies Aid society held meetings with plans for fund raising and a shadow sale. Roads, though rough, improved with warmer days aiding auto travel.
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Marion Felter
Nev
R.Y. Mell
Mathew Etringer
Jern Tuestiny
Mareh
Glen Porner
Quial
Ladies Aid Society
The
Methodist Church
Tpoeyners
Community sale raises funds with necktie proceeds noted
The event featured Harry Kelly as auctioneer and brought in over $7 from necktie sales. Mrs Earl Douglass and her committee oversaw the affair, held in Freeport with Gaston Jet this week and Mrs Davia Beardster assisting.
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Harry Kelly
Earl Douglass
Hier
Gaston Jet
Davia Beardster
Freeport
Independence High Girls Debating Team Set to Face West High
Independence March 2 The Independence high school all girl debate team will meet West high school's team Friday evening. The local team will argue against government ownership of railroads. Milton Smith was notified of the death of We7 W in Westield. Dr E A Schrader returned from Kansas City after a three months course at Western Dental College. Liberty township quarantined for scarlet fever Monday.
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Independence
Independence High School
West High School
Vriday
Milton Smith
Tadenephenes
Westield
Ave
Smith
Westfetd
E. A. Schrader
Kansas City
Western Dental College
Walter Merrill
Liberty Township
Winthrow Reports Family Tragedy and Local Volunteers
Winthrop March 21 H and Unbehaan returned from Chicago where he saw granddaughter Mildred Unbehaan who fell from a four story window about ten days ago. Finvsel son of Mr and Mrs Joseph Smith lost sight in right eye after a barbwire injury and seen by a specialist at Durhuque. recovery doubtful. Several local boys have volunteered including J F Kinney and Rohnert eke for I Leland Sheeley and the coast artillery. Mrs Eliza Ebersole visiting relatives in Chicago.
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J. FL Kinney
Rohnert Eke
Leland Sheeley
The
Coast Artillery
Eliza Ebersole
Chicago
Reichstag Debates War Credit For 15 Billion Marks
Amsterdam dispatch reports the Reichstag approved a 15,000,000,000 mark war credit on first and second readings. Count von Roedern said monthly wartime costs rose from 2,000,000,000 to 3,750,000,000 marks in five months, bringing total war costs to 550,000,000,000 marks with Entente expenditures at 370,000,000. He warned peace talks were unwelcome in the east and west as Germany faced formidable powers, countering Clemenceau and Lloyd George.
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Amsterdam
Reichstag
Count von Roedern
Imperial Treasury
Germany
Clemenceau
Bonard Law
Funeral notices and community deaths in New Hartford area
Funeral services were held for Mrs. Lucinda Wheaton aged as family notes her passing from heart failure last Saturday. Elihu Jacquis, 77, lifelong local, died at Boulder Colorado, his body to be buried in Shell Rock. Hon J A Cousins funeral at the M E church drew a large Beaver Lodge Masons performed rites. Burial in Oakhill Cemetery.
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New Hartford
Lucinda Wheaton
F. H. Shesple
M. E. Church
Frank Brownham
Beaver Grove
Fred Henderson
Otto Ott
Hawkeye
Chelsea
Elihu Jacquis
Charles
Boulder
Colo
Shell Rock
EB. Roloit
J. A. Cousins
E. B. Clements
Fonda
M. E
Beaver Lodge
Lea
Waverly
C. B. de i. Knipe
C. J. Dunham
Rey van Deest
L. H. Paul
World’s Leading Medical Authorities Endorse Father John’s Medicine
An advertisement touts Father John’s Medicine as free from alcohol and dangerous drugs and backed by world renowned medical authorities. It claims the product helps wasting diseases related to colds, warns neglecting colds can lead to pneumonia, and promises prompt relief from throat troubles.
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Father John
Medi High
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