Second Liberty Loan Overwhelmingly Subscribed Says McAdoo
Secretary McAdoo reports the Second Liberty Loan issue is an overwhelming success with subscriptions far exceeding expectations. Banks and subscribers work late as reports await final tallies. officials caution that final figures will take days. He praises patriotic involvement of Americans in supporting the government against German aggression.
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Secretary of the Treasury
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Germans urged to join democracy as support for peace grows
United Press reports Oct 27 that German republicans spread democratic ideals to unseat Kaiser autocracy. A Creel pamphlet titled Peace, A New Humbug attacks Prussian rulers while praising Wilson, calling for a true peace and continuation of Allied war aims. The article notes strong U.S. public financial support for the liberty loan, with hopes of reaching several billion dollars as the campaign nears its end.
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Belgium
Germany
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Italy and rail strike parley amid wartime freight woes
Richmond date October 27 The government pressed to end the freight clerks strike with talks that may draw four major lines into the stoppage. Conciliator McWade reports the strike must be settled and a possible concession on union membership could hasten a settlement. Labor officials say the pledge against joining the brotherhood is being used to spur patriotism.
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Richmond
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Washington
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Norfolk Terminal
Labor Department
Ver dun 600,000 German Troops Press Italy Front
Washington reports that 600,000 German troops under General von Mackensen threaten to overrun Italian plains. General Cadorna lacks heavy artillery and munitions as Italy endures political upheaval and bread riots. Monte Santo and Bainsizza losses cited. reinforcements from France urged to halt the advance.
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San Gabriele
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Nero
Sige
Period of Contest Opens Final Stretch for Dispatch Prize
The Dispatch contest enters its final stretch as the second period ends and the third period begins. Contestants must push steady daily work to win the $60 diamond ring and other prizes, with judges to unveil winners at the final canvass. Confidence and determination are highlighted as keys to victory.
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Briscoe
Ford
Wilmington
Canadians Hold Key Ridge as Mud and Steel Rage
In Flanders Oct 27 the Canadians repel German counter attacks under brutal mud and slime. They push up from the Ravnbeek river area and hold the Haig line while weather clears. Around Polderhoek Chateau Bavarians briefly gain ground but are repulsed, leaving a deadly bog and bunkers in the churned landscape.
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Haig
Ravnbeek River
Bellevue Spur
Rainbeeck River
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Polderhoek
American Infantry and Artillery Enter French Trenches
American forces join French units in the first line trenches as infantry and artillery gain real battle experience. A red headed American artillery captain fires the first land shell, joining veterans in front lines while training camps prepare to educate future contingents.
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United Press
France
Germany
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Petain
America
Hager
Wilson
Sibert
Weeklong drive for nation’s food conservation
United Press reports a weeklong campaign to enlist 22 million households in food conservation following a 5 billion dollar fundraising milestone. Ministers, public eatery managers, students, and 500000 volunteers will promote pledges to save wheat meat fats and sugar across communities nationwide.
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United Press
Washington
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Army of Administration
America
Wilson
Herbert Hoover
Hon E J Watson Dies After Illness in Columbia
Hon E J Watson died at his Columbia home Saturday after a period of declining health. He had served as State commissioner of agriculture commerce and industries since 1904 and led groups such as the Southern Cotton Congress and the National Drainage Congress. Born June 29 1863 in Edgefield County, he previously worked in Charleston and Columbia newspaper work.
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Caramerce and Industries
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National Drainage Congress
Charleston
Edgefield County
South Carolina
Victory over there boosts Liberty Loan total
Washington reports General Pershing received a cable from the War Secretary praising his forces for a splendid total rolled up for the second Liberty loan. The army’s effort added 75 million dollars, pushing the grand total beyond 80 million, as the country subscribed more than 5 billion dollars, well over the maximum.
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