Private Franklin Robinson Reflects After Armistice Victory
In a France letter dated six days after the armistice, Private Franklin Robinson of the 108th trench mortar battery writes from a French camp. He notes improved weather, readiness to move toward the coast, and relief at the end of fighting. He praises American effort, mentions not expecting Christmas home, and shares Christmas wishes. The letter also mentions awaiting mail, service stripes after six months, and the joyous armistice celebration.
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Revsof
France
Blue Island Library Drives Book Donation for Soldiers
Blue Island public library serves as a collection depot for books sent to American troops overseas through the American Library Association. Hearts of demand lean toward adventurous fiction, with Zane Grey and Burroughs among favorites. Readers seek Mark Twain, Rinehart, Mary Roberts Rinehart, and Limberlost author Gene Stratton Porter, as well as Harold Bell Wright.
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Blue Island
U. P. Trail
Edgar Rice Burroughs
Rex Beach
John Fox, Jr
B. M. Bower
O. Henry
Mark Twain
Anna Katherine Green
George Barr McCutcheon
Mary Roberts Rinehart
Gene Stratton-Porter
Limberlost
Harold Bell Wright
Dare to Present Dollies at Dare’s Drug Store
Ten dolls will be awarded to Blue Island girls via a voting contest tied to purchases at Harry Dare’s Drug Store. Entries limited to girls under twelve, with one nomination per contestant and certified coupons. voting ends December 24 with restrictions on timing and denomination changes. Dolls on display in the store window.
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Blue Island
Harry Dare
Western Ave
Dave
Dare
Mr. Dare
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