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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1918
Page
8
Fragmented OCR yields a war memorial poem with references to Captain Mekao of Guelph Cynada and lines about the poppies and the torch being passed. The piece echoes the famous In Flanders Fields sentiment, noting sacrifice, memory, and steadfast faith amid conflict.
James Moses writes from France to his sister describing church attendance, friendly locals, meals, and army life. He mentions friends, meeting Rosa Ottinge, muttering about Alver, and longing for the Free Press. He notes 200 patients at a camp, many shell shocked, with diverse nationalities, and hopes for the war’s end and safe return home.
Martin A. McKibben writes from Mead Army Hospital in Norfolk Massachusetts describes friendly reception for soldiers, generous hospitality, and morale amid rough days. He notes the kindness of Massachusetts people toward “overthers” and mentions finding a welcome opportunity amid routine duties.
A letter from Fred M. Ou zts of Company D, 11th United States Regulars, asks for the newspaper and mentions Birmingham copies, censored content, and hopes for the first edition upon receipt. He remarks Santa Claus and a toy cap, and signs from Worees A. P. O. 777 with homeward dreams.
The letter from Private G C Turner of the 201st P A American Expeditionary Forces describes his training in England and notes experiences in Covadoy England and France. He recalls visits to Washington and Philadelphia, meeting Red Cross girls, and plans to write regularly while awaiting homecoming.
A soldier named John Rhody writes to his mother and brethren from the front, noting he has been transferred, is in good health, urges his family not to worry about the war, and describes the pleasant country and towns encountered on route. He promises to hear back soon and expresses hope the conflict is nearing an end.
Frank M Hill writes from the 127th Infantry, describing the final advance to the German front, near the armistice noon deadline. He reflects on loneliness, gratitude, and hope for return, noting shellfire, machine gun fire, and a successful advance within 400 yards of the enemy line.
Private Robert T. Broadwater of Co A says there are 44 men in his isolation ward at Camp Gordon Georgia with mumps. He notes nine weeks in camp and six in hospital, expresses pride in Carroll’s soldiers, and about impending deployment to France and Berlin. He reports Kaiser fears American troops and closes with well wishes to the Post Press.
A wartime missive from Private Wiley F. Gammon describes illness, death in the unit, and travel plans to Augusta for funeral services. He reflects on fighting for justice and faith, asks for prayers, and notes fatigue, homesickness, and anticipation of returning home after serving.
William D King writes from Saum Artillery School in France to his sister. He speaks of many letters received, busy Sundays spent writing, heavy study, and limited time for worship. He expresses resolve to defeat the Kaiser, notes American soldiers’ progress, and hopes to return home after victory.
Pane J Hudson writes a long personal letter describing news from camp and hospital friends. He mentions Leon Tarpley in the Hospital Corps, letters from Higgins and Miss May, and distant communication with sponsors. He notes cold weather, wears an overcoat, and sends a coupon for packages.
Olin Musick reports illness but hopes to return soon from the American E. F. France Sanitary Training School. He describes friendly locals and a daily rainy climate, mentions learning to talk with French girls, plans to marry a French girl, and asks family to remember him in prayers as he awaits further assignments from France.
Grover Freeman writes from the front in France to his mother and homefolk describing receipt of letters from Aug 19, missing light restrictions, and daily life. He notes tears at memories of home, hopes to return, mentions Mary Etta and Eunice, and says they are "sending Hun medicine" in battle. He plans to write weekly but is busy and cannot write much.
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