04 Jul 1917
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Newspaper
Bedford Free Press
Location
Bedford, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1917
Page
1
Bedford Free Press listing editors and publishers A C Brice Jr and A W Hamblin as the newspaper's editorial leadership and postal designation for second class mail matter.
A New York Times report from the front describes the Messines assault where British mines and oil bombs, including the Hill 60 explosion, broke German defenses. British miners from Australia New Zealand and Britain tunneled ahead for years while Royal Flying Corps observers and airmen provided crucial support and disrupted German efforts, leading to a marked Allied victory.
The piece humorously notes the canning season begins June 1 and tests conjugal patience. It jokes that husbands provide sugar, wear aprons, and endure stale currant jelly while wives debate between fresh food and canned goods.
A clipped line discusses choosing months and mentions January in a casual reflection attributed to Howard Rann, suggesting a social or literary segment rather than a full article. The fragment implies a broader discussion on timing or seasonal choices.
The Kansas City Stax offers home front ideas to support soldiers in camp. Tips stress mail, socks and handkerchiefs, candy, gum, chocolate, pocket flashlight, bath sponge, towels, stamps, magazines, and modest toiletries. Include a watch, laces, safety pins, washcloths, and addressed parcel post with regiment details. insure valuables.
A column urges families to send regular letters to soldiers, condemning neglect and lateness that widens the gap between service members and loved ones. It stresses the importance of timely mail to boost morale and keep soldiers connected to home.
Rosewood Reserve a Shorthorn bull topped the Bel lows Brothers sale on June 15 selling to Mrs J A McCauley of Bickett Mont for 8100 dollars The bull will travel to Montana in a Wells Fargo express car with express charges totaling 666 dollars The shipment leaves tomorrow accompanied by Fred Bellows who will visit the Pacific Coast before returning to Maryville
Resolutions from the District Epworth League convention in Bedford Iowa on June 15 1917 thank the station helpers decorators hosts pastors and leaders praise the spirituality of attendees and note influential talks by Dr Dawkins Bishop Stuntz and Rev Fintel. The report also mentions visitors Mrs Eni Benson and son Rea and Mrs Ed Luton visiting Conway.
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