Fraternal Lodges Back War Savings Drive Across District
Secret orders from the Fifth Federal Reserve District mobilize over 136000 members in War Savings efforts. Knights of Pythias Red Men Odd Fellows and others organize War Savings Societies in Maryland Virginia North Carolina and South Carolina with thousands of lodge members urged to join and invest Treasury funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Treasury Department
Federal Reserve District
War Loan Organization
War Savings Societies
Treasury
Maryland
Knights of Pythias
Shield of Honor
Maccabees
Red Men
Knights of the Golden Eagle
Woodmen of the World
Knights of Columbus
Virginia
Woodmen of America
North Carolina
Sons and Daughters of Liberty
Independent Order of Odd Fellows
Order of United American Mechanics
South Carolina
Odd Fellows
Farmers Turn Sales Into Saving Stamps
Farmers earning income from crops and small market goods collect Thrift Stamps with each sale. By buying small Thrift Stamps regularly, they build a fund that can be exchanged for War Savings Stamps and converted to cash on request, with value increasing the longer held.
Wealth Through Systematic Saving and Smart Buying
A brief note on wealth building emphasizing regular saving and smart purchasing as foundations of financial stability. The message frames wealth as earned through disciplined routines rather than luck, urging consistent saving and prudent buying.
Investment in War Savings Stamps Strengthens the Treasury
Treat your pocketbook with the game consideration as you would your best friend. Investment in War Savings Stamps makes the ts stronger.
War Savings Stamps urged as cornerstone of tomorrow
The message urges thrift today with War Savings Stamps as the cornerstone for tomorrow’s success and asks postmen to deliver the idea to the public.
Theift Stomps Offers Publicity Stunt Merchandise
A cryptic ad urges buyers not to miss the first dollar and hints at a promotion linked to theft themed merchandise. The quirky copy touts limited availability and a catchy sales pitch.
Thrifty Housewife Gains Luxuries via War Savings Stamps
The article notes women using War Savings Stamps to fund home improvements and furnishings during 1918. It highlights small stamp purchases, like 4.12 dollars, building a kitchen cabinet and other comforts, with stamps earning interest and redeemable at ten days' notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Loan Organization
Fifth Federal Reserve District
Easy Start Toward Success with Thrift Stamps
A promotional piece explains that saving a first thousand begins with small steps. Thrift Stamps cost a quarter each and convert to War Savings Stamps. The U S government backs them with a four percent interest guarantee, compounded quarterly, encouraging thrift to achieve financial success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
United States
War Savings Stamps Seen as Permanent Investment
Secretary Glass in Washington promotes War Savings Stamps as a solid investment with $1,000 face value available in 1919. He notes plans to extend small Government securities and urges broad public cooperation to keep Thrift and War Savings Stamps on sale for wise investment opportunities.
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Glass
Washington
Today Is Tomorrow You Thought About Yesterday
A quirky ad item urges readers to act now, promising a product titled W. S. 8. for immediate purchase and benefit. The message reads as a promotional prompt with minimal detail and no clear source or location.
Investing Wisely Brings Abundant Returns
Wise money choices lead to plentiful resources. The adage highlights prudent investing as a pathway to lasting wealth and security.
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