Letters From Carroll’s Soldiers News To Berlin
Poem sketching Allied advances in World War I with satirical German bulletins claiming gains while retreating. Mentions Pershing in the Argonne and German forces along the Rhine, Aisne, and references to Hindenburg Line and French actions. Endnotes hint at misreported positions and retreat implied by the German reports.
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Argonne
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Prussia
Wounded in Action Joins News From France Letter
J Walter Jones writes from Base Hospital in France on September 19 1918 to his mother and siblings. He describes a shell wound to the foot received on September 15 during a hard fought battle near dawn on a hill. Jones reports good care at the American hospital and visits to the Y M C A, noting plans to walk within a week and sending regards from his 78th Company unit in the American Expeditionary Forces.
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Southland
J. Walter Jones
78Th Co
U. 5
M. C
Amer. E. F
Warren letter from France reports near-front action and meals
William J Warren writes from France dated September 18 1918 describing a major front drive with about 1000 men in his battalion none killed several wounded, rain, meals, and asks about grace papers and allotment while noting candy bought and time for letters from Battery B Ist Bn Tr Art Amer Ex Forces France
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William J. Warren
France
Wm, J, Warren
Ist
Bn. Tr. Arty
Amer
My Dear Mother and All the Rest letter from France
A Sunday morning letter from D. Long describes recovery in France during World War I. The writer reports healing of a leg, frequent sleep, and regular meals while asking after family and expressing concern for loved ones back home.
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France
War Soldier’s Letter From France Hopeful For Christmas Home
A heartfelt message from Base Hospital No. 68, Amer. Ex. Voreos, France. The writer, 8. D. Long, assures family not to worry, notes cold weather but warmth at home with blankets, and expresses faith in return to loved ones by Christmas. He comments on the war’s pace, urges better living, and asks relatives to stay strong and prayerful. He signs off hopeful for a safer future and better days ahead.
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Verdie
Alice
Wil
D. Long
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Amer
Voreos
France
Somewhere in France September 1918 Dear Homefolks
Letter from F. G. Long to family describes moving around in France in September 1918. He reports good health since illness, sufficient food and warm clothing, sleeping under three blankets, and heavy rain. He urges family to stay well and sends love to all.
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F. G. Long
France
Aothor
Departure Letter From World War I Troop Masses Home Front
A letter dated October 18 1918 from Dumah Williamson describes a long train journey from South Carolina to North Carolina Virginia and beyond. The Red Cross feeds the troops and he expresses longing for family while insisting he will do his part. He notes being among twenty five coaches and hopes to see loved ones again if it is God’s will. Camp Merritt is referenced with an October 19 1918 postmark.
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Dumah Williamson
Nello Papa
South Carolina
North Carolin
Red Cross
Knox
North Carolina
Virginia
Wonderful trip Across States From Camp Gordon to New York
DUMA WILLIAMSON describes a two day and night train journey through five states, ending in New York. She recalls Red Cross served meals and tobacco, compliments the organization, and notes the friendly, flat countryside with cotton and corn farming. She signs off hoping not to stay long and promises to write if she gets sick.
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Camp Gordon
South Carolina
North Carolina
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Virginia
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Duma Williamson
Quarantine notice from Camp Hancock hospital ward
A letter from George F. Wright at Camp Hancock Georgia dated September 26 1918 explains Marion Fuller is quarantined in Ward C Hase Hospital with meanies. He asks the Fuller family Carrollton to write letters to lift spirits, notes he cannot mail letters but can receive them and expects to be released in about two weeks. He suggests waiting to visit until after quarantine and sends greetings to Enoch and Opal and offers Red Cross assistance.
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George F .Wright
Hancock
J. P. Fuller
Carrollton
Georgia
Fuller
Marion
Enoch
Opal
Red Cross
George F. Wright
Marion F. Fuller
Camp Hancock
Mr. I
Monsier
Spesk
Letter From Marion Fuller Describes Camp Hancock Illness Quarantine
Marion Fuller at Camp Hancock writes of strict quarantine during influenza era on Oct 3 1918. He mentions eye injections for influenza prevention, limited mail, lack of papers, tobacco shortages, Red Cross cigarettes, good appetite, and new patients arriving daily amid camp illness.
Letter from Marion Fuller Encourages Reading Material
Marion Fuller of Ward 3 writes that she enjoys correspondence and hopes the recipient will visit. She asks to receive the Free Press and the Constitution for reading matter from home and mentions a fellow from up North in greeting. She closes with well wishes as the mail time arrives.
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Twick
Marion Fuller
Ward
Clike
My Dear Mother From Navy Bound Isaac N Davis
Isaac N Davis writes from Charleston South Carolina on October 12 1938 to his mother aboard a train bound for Savannah Georgia and then a Hancock boat. He asks for prayers reassurance and mail after revealing travel plans and desire to learn about navy life. He says he hopes to return home soon and asks mother not to worry while he moves between places.
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Savannah
Hancock
Navy
Charleston
Cam
Isaac N
Pavis
A Prayer for Strong Minds and Ready Hands
A historic exhortation calls for men with strong minds, great hearts, and true faith. It urges leaders who resist office’s lure, hold firm opinions, and act with honor in public duty and private thought.
Roopville Community Notes Sarcastic Tale of Small Happenings
Roopville and nearby routes report quiet week with neighbors visiting relatives. Mr. G N Aderhold and Mrs J J Lewis share Monday night, Mrs J Morgan loses a milk cow, Revera l from the area attends the fair, Mr G W Merrell and family enjoy music at home, Mr G W Wallace and son visit Dewey with Tudie Aderhold, and Mr and Mrs Craven dine with Mrs Davl.
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G. N. Aderhold
J. J. Lewis
For Sale or Rent Historic Richland Area Farms
Property listing offers 1 2 acre and 2 1/2 acre farms near Richland in a white community with multiple houses, timber, pastures, and farm improvements. Prices include 1500 cash or 150 monthly rent with option to buy, plus larger parcels at 5000 cash with stock incentives. Also notes rental potential and local highway access with two to four room houses and outbuildings.
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Richland
White Community
Buena Vista
Carroll County
Terica
Shall We Abolish the City Court in Carroll County
A group urges voters to keep the City Court arguing it is necessary for efficient justice. They cite population growth and crime, compare City and Superior Court workloads, and claim the court saves public funds while aiding speedy trials and local governance.
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Carroll County
Java
Corrato Circuit
Mother City Court
Superior Court
Geertiorari
Alwo Os
Sen
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D, Jackson
W. A. Garrett
Willis Smith
J. W. Stone
Leon Hood
E. T, Steed
J. L, Smith
J. L, Webb
C. Boykin
K. Smith
John M. Moore
W. J. Millican
H.C. Strickland
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Emmett Smith
Raymond Robinson
Matt E. Griffin
J.D. Hamrick
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Ford
Scripps Booth
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