31 Oct 1918
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Newspaper
Brandon News
Location
Brandon, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1918
Page
1
The Council of National Defense approves limiting Christmas purchases to save labor and materials, avoid transport congestion, and extend buying to October through December. Retailers pledge not to increase hours or staff and to promote useful gifts, with campaigns starting in September and ongoing nationwide cooperation.
Jackson Mississippi October 26 1918 W M Buse announces resignation as State Director of the Mississippi War Savings Committee due to relocation to New Orleans. He notes the need to appoint a Mississippi head to preserve the campaign and praises the organization’s faithful members.
The speaker proclaims that the best service for farmers lies in all-wool, durable garments guaranteeing satisfaction. He thanks Mississippi citizens for cooperation and announces Webster M. Buie as successor, urging continued support for the work and its completion under his direction.
Four Minute Men of Ran kin county must report in writing to the chairman the number of speeches given during each drive and an audience estimate. If declining this duty, notify the chairman for replacement. Subjects for discussion will be sent by the chairman. Health conditions mentioned.
Citizens and theatre managers collaborate on a plan to present and promote public information through moving picture venues. The effort aims to inform and engage the community with thoughtful, intelligent programming and civic topics.
President Wilson praises Four-Minute Men for informing and arousing the nation during wartime. He stresses the spoken word’s power to inspire sacrifice and steadfast homefront support, urging continued duty as the nation readies for a united war effort.
Vicksburg Mississippi October 26 Please advise the retail grocery trade that they are now permitted to sell sugar to the consumers on a basis of one pound for each member of the buyers family during the first half of the calendar month. This does not change the regulations of two pounds per month per person but permits the consumer to purchase one half of a month’s supply at one time.
The White House on November 9, 1917 addresses Fifteen Thousand Four Minute Men urging active public support for national efforts. The note underscores patriotic duty and mobilization of civilian volunteers to disseminate information and bolster morale during wartime.
Directors of the Federal Farm Loan on are requested to meet at court house in Brandon Rest 30 Mi to elect Segr votary and Frees C. Wente.
The county election commissioners appoint a large list of managers clerks and bailiffs for the general election to be held Tuesday November 6. Local districts include Florence Plain Oakdale Brandon Holbrook Pearson Fannin Pisgah Red Oak Pelahatchie Shiloh Ty Clear Creek Antioch Dobson Dry Creek Cato Whites Mt Creek and other communities with appointed officers.
Due to influenza the strict inspection of labor cards is to start November 2 under an ordinance. All residents aged 14 to 60 must carry a card showing days worked in essential labor, signed by the employer. The U S Government through Supt Lockwood backs the effort to remove loafers. The notice calls for citizens to cooperate so idlers and vagrants become workers. Mayor Pat Henry signs off.
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