Washington Letter from Congress Sees Long Session Ahead
The First Session of the Sixty-fifth Congress extends beyond expectations with adjournment unlikely before December. The Food Control and Revenue Bills dominate debate as calls grow for strong measures to curb prices and profits amid war needs. Washington Correspondent notes civil service growth and liquor importation safeguards, plus a bill aiding non resident citizens.
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Congress
Fitzgerald
New York
Committee On
Appropriations
House
Washington
Congress of
United States
Republic
Senate
Committee On Finance
Senate Finance Committee
House of Representatives
Albert B. Cummins
Iowa
James R. Mann
Illinois
Mann
Interstate Commerce Committee
New American Army Chosen by Great Government Raffle
A World War I draft lottery proceeds with officials drawing numbers while blindfolded. Notables like Senator Chamberlain, Senator Warren, Rep. Kahn, Gen. Bliss, Gen. Crowder, and Gen. McCain participate as numbers are announced and photographed on two 500-number boards.
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Senator Chamberlain
Senator Warren
Senate Military Affairs Committee
Congressman Kahn
House Committee
Bliss
Crowder
McCain
Poultry House Planning For Better Hatches And Health
Poultrymen should plan new or improved houses after the rush, focus on comfort and health to reduce disease and boost returns. Avoid overcrowding, provide five square feet per bird, and choose well drained sunny sites with proper foundations to ensure a dry floor. Seek guidance from others’ experiences and construct with clear principles.
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England
Cummins
Gen. Devol
Navy
William Dunbar
Cleveland
Naval Reserve Force
J. 8. Burrows
Saginaw
Mich
A. L. Feild
Northfield
Minn
Wilhelm C. Preus
Minneapolis
Harry Murphy
Wisconsin
Genghis
Roche’s Cash Grocery
Williams County
Williston
Williston Band
Williston Township
Farmers’ Club