March 16, 1918, Washington D.C. – In a shocking revelation, the U.S. Food Administration has announced plans to further restrict flour consumption to prevent a potential catastrophe. With only 125 million bushels of wheat available, and a staggering 90 million promised to the Allies, officials fear the worst – a repeat of the Great Famine.
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Key Facts
- State: National
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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