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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1918
Page
3
A concise version of the pledge to democracy and unity. It emphasizes government by the people, consent of the governed, the United States as a republic, and loyalty to the Constitution, laws, flag, and national defense. The text honors patriot sacrifices and upholds freedom equality justice and humanity.
An inspirational note urges steady effort and calm, echoing Lincoln’s wisdom that today’s burden is manageable. It reminds readers to take one day at a time and avoid letting worries about the future overwhelm them.
Advice urges postponing nonessential purchases until after the war. It stresses buying for value and lasting quality, using what you have longer, avoiding waste, and paying for necessities. Citizens are urged to spend less and purchase War Savings Stamps, with a pledge due by June 28.
A Berlin correspondent warns against inflated promises as German optimism wanes. He notes Von Hindeburg’s Paris deadline in April and Kaiser’s similar stance, while Allied advances in France grow stronger. The piece urges patience and stresses delay is ruinous to the German cause.
The column quips about a Nashville arrest for stealing thirteen automobiles and mocks political figures. It praises frank talk about war materials and airplanes and comments on Governor resignations and George Creel's party alignment in a breezy editorial tone.
The Nashville Farmer notes a wave of war era prophecy writers who claim to interpret biblical prophecies for today and see current events through ancient lines. It contrasts stubborn misreadings with astronomy’s sober explanations.
A Walter Prichard Eaton quotation from Atlantic Monthly praises a white throat singing in an April scene. The poem links spring birdsong to memory and happiness, contrasting with warlike drums and the idea that no resurrection comes until a sparrow’s song surpasses the drums.
A compilation of satirical clippings from 1918 era papers. It contrasts critiques of Germany and Kaiser Wilhelm with sly jabs at U S and allied leaders. The munificent tone lampoons politics, war fatigue, and diplomacy through witty lines and quips.
wartime letters from 1918 thank Dr. G T Thornhill of Bluefield West Virginia for tobacco donations to American Expeditionary Force soldiers in France. messages praise West Virginia and describe hospital service, camaraderie, and the impact of Camel cigarettes on troops in a hostile environment.
Republican nominations announced for U S Senate and Fifth District Congress in West Virginia. Candidates include I Highland Clarksburg Huntington James A Hughes Huntington Hugh Skeshott Wells Goodykoontz with August 6 1918 primaries and war effort pledge.
The notice announces Charles S Herberlin as a Republican candidate for State Senator in the 7th district with a primary on August 6 1918 and also nominates Davis Elkins of Morgantown for U S Senate in West Virginia under party rules and primary law with Elkins Campaign Committee details provided.
A druggist can supply a 35c or $1 bottle of Zemo to apply as directed. The product claims to banish irritations pimples blackheads eczema blotches ringworm and similar skin troubles quickly. It emphasizes a small amount of the penetrating liquid will soften smooth and heal the skin.
A fragmentary communication from First Lieutenant Alonzo G. McCuur of the 28th Infantry expresses thanks and regards to Mr Warren and another recipient. The text appears as an informal closing with garbled words and misspellings.
President Wilson telegraphed to the American Federation of Labor and the American Alliance for Labor and Democracy at a St Paul convention urging renewed labor effort for the war. He warned against interruptions of essential labor that could jeopardize victory in France.
Letter from Sergeant Frank McCulloch describes camp life at Camp Mills Long Island with inspections, aeroplane noise, 12 hour passes for companies, potential 24 hour passes, and longing for furlough to visit New York and cherry orchards. He notes censorship, preparations for possible deployment, and talks of girls along the ice and a locket kept for a girlfriend. He recalls marching, field kitchens, and the mix of servicemen and nationalities.
In Texas at San Leon aerial gunnery range an airplane crash killed First Lieutenant Roger Montgomery from Tunica Mississippi. The pilot, Second Lieutenant William Hartline from Belleville Illinois, was only bruised. Separately near Belleville another crash near Scott Field fatally injured Major J. R. Brooks and killed Lieutenant Randwell from New York City.
After a Washington conference with Senator Martin and Fuel Administrator Garfield, Harry T. Byrd Virginia fuel administrator consented to remain in state service and not go to France. Byrd had resigned days earlier to enlist in the army.
Lieu tenant Harry Dodds of Vancouver British Columbia died at the base hospital Fort Sam Houston after injuries from a crash on Stinson field last Saturday. His aircraft plunged about 200 feet to the ground.
Washington officials say the interstate commerce commission authorized higher rates on manufactured tobacco from North Carolina to Midwest points to align with recent Virginia rate increases.
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