IS YOUR BUSINESS "ESSENTIAL"?

Source :: Forbes; 7/13/1918, Vol. 2 Issue 7, p225-244, 4p
Publication Year :: 1918
Abstract: The article argues on business policy in the U.S. to win World War I as of July 13, 1918. Topics discussed include the economic impact of the government's move to use essential and non-essential businesses, including steel and chewing gum, only for war activities and its failure to contribute to securing victory. Also mentioned is the critical role of the motion picture industry and Wallboard from Beaver Board in war propaganda work such as food conservation campaigns and Liberty Loan drives.