Grammarian Still Stands Against War Time Language Shifts
A discussion on language purity notes wartime speech changes. References Shakespeare and the Standard Dictionary on the infinitive to and uses of to in phrases like help win the war, followed by social notices of high school domestic science dinners and a bridge luncheon hosted by Mrs. Rhein and others.
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Grammaticus
Tor Metropolitan
Hector
Canfield
Mary Wilson
B. J. Sallows
Percy Stockdile
al Wiker
Anti draft arrest figures and libertarian tone dominate report
Provost Marshall Crowder reports 870 arrests out of nearly ten million men for failure to register in the first draft, with most arrestees later registered. Of 5,870 draftees, 3,236 have been enlisted and 1,646 prosecutions are pending. Also notes leniency to those willing to register and penalties for anti draft agitators. Horse sale and Liberty Bond fair share plans mentioned in Nebraska.
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Fterward
Uch
Provost Marshall
General Crowder
United States
Locus Penitentia Ae
laPon
Hemingford
Ed Ashley
Nebraska
Wyoming
Simunty
E. A. Wiltale
Sanpnder
Neb
University Journal to Publish 400 Additions to 1100 Names
The next issue will add about 400 names to the 1100 listed in January, totaling roughly 1500 stars on the university service flag. Relatives and friends are asked to send to the alumni office the names of all former students now enlisted, with rank, company, and regiment and indicate whether they are graduates.
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University Journal
Be Patriotic: State Extension Urges Free Garden Use
The state university extension service calls on residents to allow vacant lots to be gardened at no charge amid reports of doubled rents for garden plots. It decries profiteering on empty property while not opposing rentals for gardening when fair.
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The
State University
Iota
Farmer supports third Liberty Loan with 320 acre claim
A Cozad Nebraska farmer writes to the editor praising farmer organizing for the third Liberty Bond. He cites a 320 acre farm and $158.80 income tax while pledging to subscribe when the loan opens. He says a farmer who refuses to loan is unworthy to be American and proclaims my country right or wrong as his motto.
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Cozad
Neb
America
Strange Death at Sheridan
Mrs. Josephine Boukal of Sheridan Wyoming was found dead by the roadside near town. Doctors report no bruise from an auto accident and suspect smothering. A Ford car linked to a stranger, taken from Sheridan a month ago, raises foul play questions as an investigation proceeds.
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Josephine Boukal
Sheridan
Wyo
Post
County Agent Urges Farm Affidavits Amid Draft Call
A wartime notice from County Agricultural Agent George Neuswanger urges farmers to file affidavits with local draft boards to support deferments for workers in planting and cultivation. The piece warns of immediate action and possible future losses if workers are drafted without proper affidavits.
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George Neuswanger
Warns Farmers On Migratory Bird Protection Laws
Government appeals to patriotism and sportsmanship to enforce federal migratory bird protection laws. It notes broad sportsman compliance, urges conservation of the food supply, and announces plans to greatly increase wardens who will be active during the period.
Talks on Prophecy Planned at Methodist Church
A Methodist church invites attendees to hear talks on prophecy. Local pastor outlines themes and schedule for the sessions, encouraging community members to participate in the discussion.
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Methodist Church
Liberty Bond Day Urges Countywide Bond Subscriptions
Liberty Bond Day set for Saturday April 13 asks every taxpayer and wage earner to visit their precinct polling place at 2 PM to subscribe to the third liberty loan. Judges and clerks will assist and record subscribers while government officials issue instructions and oversee processing through six PM.
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Council of Defense
Liberty Loan Committee
Liberty Loan
Liberty Loan Day
Alliance
Teachers Examination Set For April 20 At Court House
Miss Opal Russell superintendent announces special teachers examinations to be held April 20 at the court house. Information provided indicates testing for certification and eligibility requirements for educators in the district.
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Court House
Opal Russell
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