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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1918
Page
4
A child on a strange steed stirs townfolk to help the soldiers. The boy urges, money for clothes and the boys in the trenches, prompting a chorus of nickels from families for the war effort and a pledge that their savings aid the nation.
A wartime urging Texans to buy War Savings Stamps to support soldiers. The piece links personal savings to feeding a soldier for a week and fueling aircraft, calling on patriotism and unity with Pershing and the Lone Star State.
The article details ongoing American sugar rationing. It notes a two pounds per person limit, with demands for maintaining stockpiles and reliance on beet sugar and cane imports. It mentions government actions to stabilize the market and ensure supplies through November 1919.
A wartime appeal urges Texans to support the war effort by purchasing United States Government War Savings Stamps. The message stresses that savings aid the frontline in France and calls on readers to invest today and persuade others along the way.
The unit urges reducing sugar use to two pounds per person per month for home use. Officials say saving sugar also saves shipping as the military requires every available ship for Army or Navy needs.
The report notes drastic changes in French sugar output as rationing tightens. It cites prewar crops and exports, the impact of German occupation on sugar units, and the broader effect on France’s food supply.
The appeal urges loyal Americans and Texans to fulfill the War Savings Stamps pledge at the soonest opportunity, reinforcing the June 28 National War Savings Day. The message emphasizes immediate payment to support the war effort.
Local authorities warn persons taking wood water or other resources from certain areas will be prosecuted for trespassing. Officials identify specific locations and remind the public that violations will be subject to legal action.
Train schedule updates show arrival and departure times for several lines. Orient and Southern Pacific Fast Round services are listed with specific minutes past midnight and evening arrival forecasts.
Fragmentary wartime note urges Americans to limit consumption and unnecessary articles to protect health and efficiency during the war. The text references patriotism and MeAdOO Advisi style wording with garbled errors. It emphasizes restraint and frugality as civic duty.
Citizens urged to honor the pledge by investing funds in the War Savings Stamp program. The call stresses personal resolve and financial support through the dollar mark commitment.
A persuasive wartime appeal urges citizens to invest in Government War Savings bonds. The message emphasizes the urgency and value of purchasing these Treasury securities to support national efforts.
Alpine Publishing Co. informs patrons that all readers announcements and bank cards are charged at 5 cents per line. Pay the president.
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