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Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1917-05-25
PRESIDENT POINTS OUT HOW ALL MAY HELP


IN the sale and distribution of products
MEN AND BOYSTurn
harvest the vast mperatvey needed.
expedite
shipments of supplies"
10 RAILWAY MENSee
any kind, neficency akened Of
the nations
TO MERcHANTsTake profits
TO OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES ships,
the depends you.
TO MNERS-f "sacken fall
TO MANUFACTURING MEN-"Speed perfect
"servce is absolutely indispensable"
TO creating and cultvatng gardens
greatly to solve the problem of feeding the nations"
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
TO EDITORS AND ADVERTISING AGENcIES--Give
circulation and repetition to this appeal
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1917-05-25

That which is not good for the
swarm Is not good for the bee.-Mar-
Gus Aurelius.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1917-05-25

Millions of particular women now use
and recommend Red Cross Ball Blue. AN
grocers. Adv.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1917-05-25

A well-bred dog goes out when Ae
sees that he Is to be kicked out.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1917-05-25

Any big man Is a little man who
prof1ted by a fair chance.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1917-05-25

You belong as much to your friends
rs they belong to you.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1917-05-25
The Only Benefit.

what did you gain in your deal
with Smith,"
IAN unbounded respect for Smiths
business ability"
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1917-05-25

He makes a great gain who loses a
bad habit.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1917-05-25

This list does not mean that the Brit
fsh found that all Of the articles rep
resented were needed In the conduct Of
the war, but that those employed in
the manufacture of the named articles
were generally skilled men, whose ex-
perience adapted them for work in
other lines of industry. If needed. The
United States, because of the differ
ence in some basic industries between
this country and England, may strike
some items from the list and add 9TH
erS. Because of the size of Americas
population and the diversity of her in
dustries, coupled with the opportunity
of prOfiting by the experience of Eng
land and France, those who have stud
led the situation believe that the Unit
ed States can raise an army of 1,OO0,-
600 men without gripping the indus
tries needed in the conduct of the war.
This Is especially true of the NUM-
ton industry. at present highly organ
lied in the United States. But because
1t may be necessary to raise larger ar
mics, the authorities see the impor-
lance of mapping ont comprehensive
program. it is. said by those who have
cO-Operated with the labor committee.
The labor committee will have
branches in every state i'm order to en-
able 1t to have at all times accurate re-
views of the labor situation. With the
labor committee are cooperating some
experts who have studied the labor sit
uation in Europe. The problem of hav-
ing women replace men in factories is
one of the things being considered.
Warns Against Overzeal.
Labor leaders have generally signi-
fed their willingness to forego for the
time the benefit of labor regulations.
with the understanding that they be re-
stored after the war. In this connec-
ton the National Consumers league
has sent out a warning against relax.
ing labor regulations, on the ground
that in the long run 1t will be costly tn
national defense. The league paid es-
pecial reference to the danger Of re-
taxing labor limitations for woman
workers. In letter to Mrs. Norman
de r. Whitehouse, head of the New
York State Woman Suffrage party:
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1917-05-25
woMAN's GROWING oLosv

Is her hair. If yours is streaked with
ugly, grizzly, gray hairs, use La Gre
ole" Hair Dressing and change It In
the natural way. Price $1.OO.-Adv.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1917-05-25

Chickens are long in coming out of
unlaid eggs.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1917-05-25

Always sure TO please, Red Cron Bah
Blue. All grocers sell It. Adv.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1917-05-25

Batteries Motorcars
Bleaching and dyeing Munitions
Breweries Needles
Brickyards OIL mills
Brushmaking Packing industry
Button industry Paint
Candles, grease, tallow Paper
cement, lime Petroleum
Charcoal Pianos
Cnemical INDUSTRY Pottery
Coke Powder
Sooperage Printing
Engineering Rubber
ROOD Sand bags
Foundr1es Saw mills
Furniture Shipbuilding
Glass Soap industry
Hats Stone
iron and steel Surgical dressings
Jewelry Cheap Surgical appliances
Leather Textiles
Linoleum Tobacco
Lumber Toymaking
Mating Waters (aeratedD
Mattresses Wire
Metals Woodworkers
Military insignia
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1917-06-22

Rundell Brothers. mfrs. of creamery
butter, need your butferfar. Try US.
We pay soc this week. Open Saturday
nights.
The marriage of Robert A. Kinney of
Corunna and Miss Hattie Little Of
Elberta, was solemnized at the brides
home June ID After a wedding trip
they are at home en- West Oliver street
In Coruuna. Mr.. Kinney is associated
with John Elkins in the garage business
FARMERs:-It pays to sell your crea n
and feed the SKINNED milk. We pay
36c 9. D. d. for butterfat at Owosso
or at our Oakley creamery. RUNDELL
BROTHERS
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1917-06-22

FOR SALE-s0 acre farm, Clare
county; good 9 room house; barn; out
buildings; school; telephone; a bargain.
Write owner, G. v. RUBY Clare,
Mich, R. 6.
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1917-06-22

Please send sample, price and how
many You have; best quality. Theo.
Geaether, 8 Winslow Place, Detroit,
Mich.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20
CONDEMNS THE GARDEN OF
KNOWLEDGE"
Editor Daily Commonwealth, City.

Editor Daily Commonwealth, City.
Dear Sir: ! notice in your paper
OF yesterday a reproduction of a let
ter from Mrs. Edward F. McGehee,
President of the Mississippi Fedora
ton of Women's Clubs, sent to club
members throughout the State.
This letter, which has reference to
a motion picture called 1.-THE Garden
of knowledge" is very opportune. 1t
is certainly not the kind of film which
tends for the betterment of the in
dustry, and any exhibitor who takes
a chance on such an offering as this
flor the purpose of monetary gain)
is entitled to the criticism and con-
demnation of right thinking people.
This man from New Orleans came to
us recently with this film and wanted
to book it for a showing in Green
wood. Having read the various crit
icisms on the subject, we declined to
accept any sort of an offer for an en-
gagement. The gentleman in charge
OF THE Crisis being present. We
insisted that we should see the film
so it was run off for US, the Mgr.
promptly turned the subject down.
l merely mention this incident for
the information of the people of
Greenwood and to impress upon them
the fact that we are trying, as best
we can, to keep our entertainments
as clean and wholesome as possible,
With such a picture as "The Garden
of knowledge" with it's sensational
types, and its glazing advertising
matter, ar exhibitor could for the time
undoubtedly reap a handsome profit
on such an exhibition. But when the
time comes that we must resort to
such subjects for gain then we shall
sell out or close up.
In conclusion. It is impossible,
study as carefully as we may, to get
u pictures just as we would have
hem. Oftentimes there creep into
INTO some of the best pictures a few
scenes that should be left out. Many
! good picture is spoiled by the in
of a few Objectionable scenes.
on the whole, we believe the
;ndency in motion pictures is on the
Upgrade. 1t shall be our purpose in
uture, as in the past, to select the
'est in this form of entertainment and
hall at all times strive to cooperate
With every movement for the better
nent of those whom we serve. o
Very sincerely,
P. E. SCHILLING,
Mgr. Greenwood Theatre. d
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

Today, at the Greenwood Theatre,
you will have the pleasure of viewing
a Metro wonderfully, Bridges Burn
ed" In this offering Nine. Olga
Petrova has the leading role. In ad-
dition to the five reel Feature, the
third chapter of "Pearl of the Army"
will be shown. A strong program
for 5 and Is cents.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20
INsTALLs UNIQUE SCENERY.
Only Setting of Its Kind In State to
Be Put In at Greenwood Theatre. =

Manager Schilling of the Green
wood Theatre has closed contracts
with E. B. Marshall, representing The
Stage Crafts, of New York, to install
in the Greenwood Theatre a Deluxe
stage setting to be used during the
projection of moving pictures.
The setting consists of the stag
ing of an elaborate garden. Sur
rounding the picture screen proper
will be placed a shadow frame which
will be built and painted in the shape
Of a pergola. At the left running to
the front balustrades and garden
gates will be used. At the left of the
stage a unique rustic summer house
will be seen. In the background coy
ering the entire rear and sides of the
stage a mammoth painting of a fam
ous American garden scene will be
presented.
Electrical effects, such as moon
light, stars, and ripping water will
be arranged in this painting.
The stage will be banked with arti-
fetal flowers, including American
Beauty roses, Crysanthemums, Tulips,
while artificial vines and flowers will
be used on the pergola, ballustrades
and rustic house.
The work will be done by a travel
ing organization of scenic artists,
stage carpenters and electricians from
New York City who will arrive from
Birmingham, Ala, within the next ten
days.
This setting will be the only one of
its kind in the state and Manager
Schilling is to be congratulated on his
progressiveness, which is coincident
with his success in making this thea
tire so popular.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20
GOT THE WRONG WOMAN.
'COlored Man Married Woman on Ii

'Colored Man Married Woman On Ii
n Issued for Another.
Mr.. Sharkey Pate, Circuit Clerk of
this County, made a discovery this
morning when a negro preacher made
his return on a marriage license that
is likely to get a bride and groom Of
dark color into trouble. Judging
from the facts revealed by the min
ister's certificate returned the groom
of the little affair of recent date was
some ladies-man and forgot just
which one of the girls he was auth
orized to marry on the license and
welded the wrong one.
The license was purchased on Feb.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

Nrs. B. E. TONNES, Of Glendora, has
been the guest Of Mrs. Monroe Nc
Clurs the past few days and will leave
today for = visit to Tupelo and Mem
pAiA
Mr.. and Mrs. Preston Human are
receiving congratulations today upon
IL arrival Of . fine son at their home.
Nm. Sigmund Lyman left today for
. visit to friends and relatives in
Greeville and Pine Bluff.
Ir. and Mrs. T. P. Price have NOV
Cd into their new permanent home at
GIL West Washington street.
Miss Jennie Gean Stoddard is Wis
iting Miss Fern Hoagland at Moor
head.
MI. and Mrs. Homer Spraggins are
visiting friends and relatives in Gren-
eda.
Mrs.. 7. F. Steele has returned from
Z visit to relatives in West Point.
SAtAh
Mn. J. r. O'Neal visited friends
N Eupora the past week.
Ars. George Cassity is visiting REL
atives in Beulah this week.
Don't fail to see the third chapter
Of Pearl Of the Army" at the Green
wood Theatre today.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20
PREPARED.

Now Occupying New Garage Build.
ing on Market Street.
Messrs. o. M. Mcdonald and T H.
Caywood, proprietors Of the Peoples
Garage, announce today that they
have moved into their new Garage on
Market street across from the City
Hall, which is a modern Garage build
ing in every respect. They invite the
public to visit them in their new home
and also patronize their Garage.
Their facilities for taking care of
automobile work is of the best equip
ment. They will repair all makes of
cars; also charge and repair storage
batteries. A free air station will be
at the disposal of all who wish to use
it day or night.
This firm is agent for the Hupmo-
bile, Hudson Super Six and Peerless
automobiles.
Their garage will be closed Sundays
from 1890 to l pm.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

NJ. O. v. Austin entertained the
third year, B. Section. chemistry class
st the High School, Monday afternoon
from three to four o'clock in the rec
itation ROOM. Every one enjoyed the
entertainment very much and hope he
will ask u again. After a delicious
menu Of fair and sweet words were
served in various forms the guests of
this formal occasion returned to their
homes, hoping the teacher the best
II luck. A GUEST.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

Mr.. R. NJ. Hyams, a prominent bus
mess mar of New Orleans, is in the
city for a few days in the interest of
Warren Brothers Company, the ex-
tensive road and street paving con-
tractors and builders.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20
FOR SALE.

One Latest Model 1917 fve-passen-
ger Dodge Touring Car. Has only
been driven approximately five hun
dred miles, equipped with chains,
Kelley Springfield Tires; Tires on car
also Kelly-Springfeld. Car in perfect
condition, and will be sold at a reduc-
ed price. BIG BARGAIN FOR SOME
ONE.
xINBR0UGH AUTO COMPANY,
Greenwood, Miss.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

If you want to see one of the best
Comedy Photoplays ever produced
just go around to the Greenwood
Theatre tomorrow and see Marie
Dressler in "Tillie Wake Up" They
don't make 'em any better.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

5, 1916 and on Feb. 6, 1911, on.
and pne day later the purch..@
ried another woman on tho III "
cense. The bride probably will y.
but the groom not likely. m. n.
ses are not good but three month. n
er the date of issuance.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20
BIG SHOE SALE NOW ON!

Ladies fine Shoes, Brown Kids, Bat
tleship Greys, Black Kid with white
tops. IS and IS values, sale price S2.95
Hn's fine Shoes, $3.50 and 81
~ PRIV SS'SJ
Hns fine Shoes, S. and So,
sa5e price 1886
II East Market Street
Back Of Raines' Drug Store.
s. s. WOOD, in Charge.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

Capt. W. A.. Swift was in the city
today on his return home from a
three weeks visit to Hot Springs,
Ark, and we r pleased to learn that
his rheumatic troubles have been
somewhat relieved.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20
FAMILY AVOIDS
SERIOUS SICKNESS
By Being Constantly Supplied With
Thedford's Black

McDuf, Val suffered for several
years. says Mrs. ]. B. Whitaker, Of
this place, with sick headache, and
stomach trouble.
Ten years ago q friend told me TO try
Thedfofd's Black Draught, which did.
and ] found II to be the best family inedi.
cine tor young and old.
keep Black Draught on hand all The
ar1e now, and when my children feel q
little bad, they ask me for q dose, and Il |
does them more good Than any medicine
they ever tried.
We never have 1 long. spell Of sick
TESS IN our family, since we commenced
ising Black Dfaught."
Thediord's Black Draugtt Is purely
vegetable, and has been tound 10 regu-
ate weak stoniachs, lid digestion, re-
ieve indigestion, collie, wind, naisea,
ieadache. sick stomach. and similar
symptoms.
II has been b constant tse for more
nan 10 years, and has benefited more,
nan Z million people.
Your druggist cells md recommends
S!ack-D raught. Prace oaly 25c. Get !
-y. -~~.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

Mr.. R. L. Brown, Of Pontotoc, was
in the city today in the interest Of the
Terre Haute Advertising Co., which
he represents in Mississippi. We &C.
knowledge the pleasure of q call from
Mr.. Brown while here.
Hon. s. I. Brown was in the city
from Sidon on business today and
made The Daily Commonwealth an
appreciated call while here.
Mr.. R. P. Clark was a business Wis
itor here from Morgan City yester-
day.
MI. J. R. O'Neal spent last week in
Vicksburg.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20
CLASSIFIED ADVS.

FOR SALE-A very pretty bunga-
low with modern conveniences, on the
Boulevard in Congress Heights. Part
Cash, balance easy terms. Apply to
J. L. Gillespie, this Office.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20
Farming Land for Rent.

250 acres of new land for rent;
three miles east of Greenwood; ten.
ant houses and artesian we'll; small
or large tracts to suit tenants. In
quire Of A. W. Ross or Tel. No. 165.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

FOR SALE-One Burroughs Du-
pick Adding Machine. Wilson Bank
ing Company.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

If you r not using the advertis-
ing columns Of The Commonwealth
daily or weekly-you are loser, and
so are we.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

FOR SALE-On good young mule;
sold last spring for S175.O0; will sell
now for $4,000. See Earl Kinne-
brew.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

Mr.. ]. E. Greer, one of Itta Bena's
prominent business men, was in the
city a few hours yesterday.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

Recleaned, rel weight whippoor-
wills and clay peas, a lots and less,
write Nicely Bros, Natchez, Miss.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

Make all your arrangements to see
Neil O'Brien's Minstrels when they
come to Greenwood on March 9th. I
saw the show in New Orleans recent
ly and found it very pleasing in every
particular. P. E. SCHILLING, Mgr.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

Mr.. J. M. Wilmington was over
from Itta Bena on business, and made
this Office an appreciated call.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20
FOR SALE.

Horse and buggy. Good driving
horse, young and city broke. Call
428 or 497.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

FOR SALE,

All or any part of 5 cars of GOOD,
NATIVE GROWN, EAR CORN. For
prices write or phone,
Planters Oil Mill & Mfg. Co.
~. Greenwood, Miss. .
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

Recleaned, ever weight whippoor-
wills and clay peas, cal lots and less,
write Nicely Bros, Natchez, Miss.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

FOR RENT-5-Room Cottage with
double hall, bath, electric lights, west
Church street, l block of Public
schools. $4,000, water furnished. APP
ply to R. T. Jones.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

FOR RENT-5-room cottage, TOP
Main street; $21.O0 a month, with
water furnished. Apply to DR.. C: N.
D Campbell, city.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

FOR SALE-Fine Canary, Singer.
Phone 1888.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

FOR RENT-903 Strong Avenue,
five-room cottage. Apply to C. L.
Lomax.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20
GREENWOOD THEATRE

Coming Attractions:
Neil o'Brien's Minstrels. March
Flora Bella Musical Comedy,
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-20

HI. and Mrs. Preston Human are
receiving congratulations today upon
u arrival Of . fine son at their home.
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1917-04-12
CUBA TO GET INTO THE WAR
Organizes Council OF Defense to Co
Operate With Washington-Ger-
man Minister ousted.

New York, April 10.-Cuba's active
participation In the war with Ger
many was signalized ut special
meeting of the Cuban cabinet, at
which council of national defense
headed by President Menocal was
formed to cooperate with the council
Of national defense at Washington,
1t was announced by the Republic Of
Cuba news bureau here. In addition
to members of President Menocal's
cabinet the council includes prominent
Cuban officials and members of the
Cuban army general staff.
Havana, April 10.-Asslstant Secre-
tary of State l.. G.. Patterson has
handed passports to DR.. Frederik Won
Verdy du Vernois, the German minis
ter. The minister and his party are
expected to sail for Spain April Is.
The affairs of the German legation
will be looked after by the Spanish
minister.
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1917-04-12
HAVE SEIZED FLEET
Federal Officials Take Over In
termed German Ships.
ACT UNDER M'ADoo'S ORDERS
Vessels Now In American Ports Aro
Declared to Have Tonnage cS
About o,ooo-Flower Of
Teuton Empires Marine.

New York. April 6.-Federal officials
seized German merchant vessels that
took refuge In Atlantic ports at the
beginning of the war, almost imme-
diately after congress passed the reso-
luton declaring a state of war be-
tween the United States and Germany.
The collector of the port at Boston
was the first to act.
Port officers acted on orders issued
by the secretary of the treasury. 1t Ia
understood that this move does not
Involve cOnfiscation and that the YES
sells are held for the present as q
measure Of safety.
German vessels now In American
ports number 81, with gross tonnage
Of about 100000. This includes %
Islands, IL at Honolulu and one at
Pagopago, port of the Pacific islands.
The ships lying at their slips at the
Hamburg-American and North German
Lloyd docks at New York and Ho-
boken include some of the flower OF
the German merchant marine. The
Vaterland, one OF the largest vessels
In the world, is by far the most valu-
able. Next in size is the George Wash
ington, $3.50 torS. Others of more
than $4,000 tons are the President
Grant, President Lincoln and Kaiser
Wilhelm II. Four Austrian steamships
also are tied up here.
The ships taken, with their value
and tonnage, is officially announced as
follows:
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1917-04-12
DEATH TAKES RICHARD OLNEY
Upheld the Monroe Doctrine In vene-
xuela Controversy While in cieve-
land Cabinet.

Boston, April 10.--Rlchard Olney,
secretary of state under President
Cleveland, died at his home here.
Mr.. Olney, who. was eighty-two
years old, had been Ill several weeks,
although 1t was not until Sunday that
his condition became serious. In an
announcement issued by the family 1t
was stated that he died suddenly. Mrs.
OIney and their daughter, Mrs. George
II, Minot of this city, were with him
at the end. Mr.. Olney's other daugh-
ter. Mrs. G. II. Abbott, ia residing
temporarily In Paris.
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1917-04-12


Following is the text OF the
joint resolution declaring Il state
of war between ihe United
States and Germany, as adopt
ed by congress:
Whereas, The imperial Ger
man government has committed
repeated acts of war against
the government and the people
of the United States Of Amer
lea; therefore be II
Resolved, by the senate and
house Of representatives OF the
United States OF America, In
congress assembled, That the
state Of war between the Unit
ed States and the irnperIaI Ger
man government which has thus
been thrust upon the United
States 10 hereby formally de-
ciared; and that the president
be and he Is hereby, authorized
and directed to employ ihe en-
tire naval and military forces
Of the United States and the re-
sources Of the government to
carry on war against the impe-
rial German government; and
to bring the conflict to sue
cessfuI termination all Of the
resources of the country are
hereby pledged by the congress
of the United States.