Christmas Hope Restores a Family in Hard Times
Judith arrives to help Anne Midgely and her children while husband loses job. They knit, sew, and reuse scraps to make clothes and gifts. A Red Cross effort, a nephew from Britain visits, and a soldier’s visit brings joy before he returns to the front.
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Judith
Anne
Mra. Midgely
Henry Midgely
Midgelys
Mra
White House
Red Cross
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Sugar conservation linked to war effort and ally aid
The article credits the U S public with halving sugar consumption from July to October amid wartime shortages. It notes monthly reductions from 400 000 tons to 260 000 in July, 325 000 in August, 279 000 in September, and 280 000 in October. It argues these efforts averted a domestic famine and allowed beet and Louisiana cane supplies to come in, enabling a return to normal use while supporting allied needs.
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United States
Food Administration
Louisiana
Europe
American Spirit Relied On To Win In 1917 Outlook
In July 1917, as the war dragged German forces toward Paris, the U S Food Administrator voiced confidence that democracy would defend itself in the United States despite Europe’s gloom. He warned Americans not to fear, citing successful outcomes already achieved.
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United States
Paris
Europe
Loyalty in Little Hings Last Proof of Patriotism
Americans debate sugar rations as loyalty tests waver between four pounds monthly and reductions to three then two pounds for patriotism, with public murmuring over dietary limits and national resolve.
Food Will Win the World in Peace and War
An editorial urging shared food aid as a path to global goodwill. It credits America for wartime food generosity and argues continued sharing will strengthen international friendship and peace.
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America
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