Great Army Draft Drawing Comes to End in 16 Hours
The massive draft drawing process drew 10 500 capsules from the big glass bowl with red ink numbers determining service order. Secretary Baker announced first number 258 and millions more will be called, with exemptions and local boards shaping each division’s quota.
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Governor Holds Back Quotas For Districts Until Monday
The exact numbers of men to be called to the colors in each district will likely be announced Monday. The Governor fixes state quotas by law and was away on a weekend vacation. Clerical work to compute the quotas is complete.
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Clarification of Draft Numbers in Morning Post
The article explains that the light type numbers on the left are not draft numbers but indicate the draw order. It provides examples such as 8930 being the tenth number drawn and 4614 representing the twentieth.
Seven Day Window to File for Military Exemption
Notice explains men must learn of a call to service within seven days from exemption board announcement and file an exemption request. It emphasizes the individual is responsible for discovering if he has been called and notifying the board.
How to Learn Your Draft Number at Exemption Boards
Men can learn their new draft numbers at the exemption board headquarters in their division. Lists should be posted late this afternoon or Tuesday due to mail delays. Receipt card numbers are not the draft numbers. see posted notices to confirm. Ask your city or town clerk for the division’s headquarters location.
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