Letters From Sergt Dee Describe Frontline France
Sergt Joseph M Dee of Co B Military Police sends a letter from the front to his brother Jim in Concord. He describes trenches barbed wire gas masks and air raids with vivid detail of damaged towns dugouts and bomb blasts, noting cheap provisions and daily dangers.
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France
Sergt
Dee
Joseph .M. Dee
Co. 'B
Joist
James H. Dee
Division
Bedford St
Concord
Private John Taylor Describes French billets and a YMCA
Private John W. Taylor of the 34th 1st Replacement Battalion U S Marines writes home from France about living in a hayloft billet with twenty men and a French woman below. He notes the new YMCA tent, better sleep, and the simple pleasure of a clean straw bed after cold conditions.
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John Taylor
John W. Taylor
U. S
Marines
France
Emmanuel Taylor
Everett Sr
Tam
Winter Life in a French Billet Described by a Soldier
In his letter a soldier recalls rough travels by cold box car and lodging in a stone billet. He describes crude roofs, ample blankets, and shelter halves, with a friendly French resident doing laundry. He praises French hospitality, notes scarce coal and light, and marvels at gardens, grapevines, and the prevalence of wooden clogs over leather shoes.
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Samjin
O. K
States
A Letter From John About War Front in France
John writes from the field to a relative, praising the countryside and health in France. He mentions a Frenchman’s view of the country, scattered villages, and the grand scale of the war. He hopes to find his brother Bill of the Mounted Police and plans to write to him, noting his own safety and optimism.
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Bill
Mounted Police
John
Sunny France Welcome Letter From Henry Norton
Henry Norton writes from a front line camp in Sunny France praising warm weather and a safe feeling in May 1918. He describes heavy traffic and occasional raids heard from his dugout while noting care from Y M C A huts and support from the Maynard community. He recalls a sea voyage without seasickness and plans to rest soon after a stiff frontline period.
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Henry Norton
France
Wagoner
Hector Roberts
Maynard
Walter Denniston
Maynard “Overseas Committee
LetZard’s
England
Henry
Letter from Crandall Forbes Aboard U S Navy Vessel 1918
Crandall Forbes writes from sea about Easter Sunday 1918 1600 miles from New York aboard a merchant convoy escorted by American torpedo boat destroyers then British destroyers. He describes rough seas cargo discharge in Ireland patrols in the Irish Sea and a near torpedo wake sighting and a submarine scare.
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New York
York
Atlantic
O. K
England
Ireland
Grand Fleet
Generins
Art
Letter from Crandall Forbes Ends The Message
A brief farewell note from Crandall Forbes ends a personal correspondence. The writer asks to remember family and hopes for a soon reunion, signing affectionately as Lovingly your son. The fragmentary text hints at closing sentiments rather than broader events.
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Son
Letter from Dr Duncan Reid on war surgery and gas work
Dr Duncan Reid writes from Cardiff in February 1918 describing two months in Washington gas warfare problems with Prof Warren Lewis, then London hospital postings, and orthopedic surgery work. He praises the soldiers, notes learning from past mistakes, and expresses eagerness to be sent to France with fellow Americans. He hints at possible future plans and questions about victory timelines.
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Duncan Reid
West Acton
Robert A. Reid Jr
W. Duncan Reid
Newton
France
Welsh Metropolitan’ War Hospital
Cardiff
Wales
Washington
Warren Lewis
Gas Board
London
Germany
Acton Woman's Club Hosts Musical Evening
On Wednesday evening April 10 the Acton Massachusetts Woman's Club held guest night in town hall with a large audience. The Boston Trio Hester Deasey Ignace Nowicki Ora Larthard and Amy Toll presented a varied program including piano violin and cello selections and readings.
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Acton Massachusetts
Miss Larthard
Henry V. Shakespeare
Amy ‘Toll
Barcarolle Nowicki Oriental
Red Cross Officers Chosen At Local Meeting
At a recent Red Cross business meeting officers were elected including Chairman Gertrude Daniels Vice Chairman Anna L Millan Secretary Treasurer Charlotte Conant and directors Mrs Stewart Allen Mrs George Tucker Jr. About 80 people attended and refreshments were served.
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The
Red Cross
Gertrude Daniels
Anna L. Millan
Sec. and
Treas
Charlotte Conant
Rs. Stewart. Allen
George Tucker Jr
Interesting Lecture On The American Missionary Society Work
An illustrated lecture on A Bird's Eye View of the American Missionary Association's Work drew strong interest during Sunday evening services. A follow up talk and local talent entertainment are planned by the social committee for a future weekday evening.
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A. Bird
American Missionary Association
Reds Win Most Interesting Acton Grange Meeting
The Whites and Reds contest ended with the Reds ahead. Four applications for membership were read. Visitors came from Concord Littleton and Boxboro Granges. Mrs Robertson of Norway Maine visited the Holden farm. Robbins succeeds Tut tle at Woodlawn cemetery. Durkees return to old farm for an extended stay after selling in Ashburnham. Tuttle led Wellesley Grange entertainment. Rev Tead preached a thoughtful sermon on April 14.
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Acton Grange
Concord
Littleton
Boxboro
Robertson
Norway
Holden Farm
H. F. ‘Robbins
Julian Tuttle
Woodlawn
Virgel Mitchell
Dixfield
Charles Tolplin
J.A. Pegan
West Somerville
W. B.proctor
Edward Durkee
Asburnham
James B. Tuttle
Wellesley Grange
E.S. Tead
Congregational Society
George Y. Hutchins
Stow
H. Gardner
Marion W. Folsom
Charles
Boyce
Mass. General Hospital
C.L. Pierce
Baptist Church
Lester Washburn
New York City
Fire at Bailey Place Ends With Prompt Fire Dept Aid
On Thursday afternoon April 11 about 5 o clock a chimney spark ignited the roof at the Bailey place owned by Mr. Comstock and occupied by W H Davis. Mr. Comstock, Davis, and neighbor Ben Hayward helped contain the blaze until the fire department arrived and its chemical tanks finished the job.
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Bailey ‘Place
Winona Rebekah Lodge Visits Watertown Assembly
About 25 members of Winona Rebekah lodge visited Watertown on Monday evening April 15 to meet Long fellow Rebekah lodge. A banquet was served and the party enjoyed a fine time. Fred Davis conveyed the group on the trip.
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Winona Rebekah
Watertown
Longfellow Rebekah Lodge
Rebekah Assembly
Fred Davis
Monadnock Camp Fire Holds Regular Meeting
The Monadnock Camp Fire met at Miss Ruth Hall's home on Friday afternoon April 12. Despite a stormy day a good number attended. Officers listed include Elizabeth R. Hall president Elinor Swift vice president and Beulah French secretary.
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Monadnock
Ruth Hall
Guardian
Elizabeth R. Hall
Elinor Swift
Beulah French
Baptist church men’s supper draws good audience
The Thursday night event at the Baptist church served cold ham and corn beef, mashed potatoes, pickles, bread, pies and coffee. Entertainment was provided under the direction of the young ladies and net proceeds of about twenty two dollars pleased the Ladies Benevolent Society.
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the Baptist Church
Ladies Benevolent Society
Red Cross meeting reports April 10 progress and local notes
The Red Cross met at the G A R hall with 22 members and completed 340 surgical dressings. Weekly outputs included wristers, sweaters, socks, mitts, a draw sheet, a bed spread, and towels. Local residents mentioned include Elinor Weeks starting at the post office, Harold Reynolds at R A Reid Jr’s home, and several attendees at church and funerals. Protected lives and community activities are noted.
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Red Cross
G. A. R. Hall
Wristers
David Kinsley
Porter
Elinor Emerson
Thelma McGregor
W. B. Holt
Annie McCarthy
Henry L. Haynes
One Cent Sale at De Lee's Drug Store
Mr and Mrs W C Gardner express heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for assistance and moral tributes during their bereavement. Advertisement notes a three day One Cent Sale at De Lee's Drug Store in Maynard on April 26 27 and 29 with Nuff Ced.
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W.C. Gardner
de Lee
Maynard
Adv
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Pershing
Acton
Admiral Sim
Wight
Jim
Bill Durkin
Perley
Boston
Sollier
Carlisle
Bea
Harry
Lauder
Min
Madame Carbonau Revoir
Jack Hayes
Jack Gallagher
Brother Joe
Lily
W. A. Haynes Co. Incorporated
Weathers
Sim’s “Flotilla
South Acton
Navy
Mr. Nowicki
REDS
Joseph Hannon
East St
Harvard Mfg
Arthur Herbert
Commonwealth Ave
Concord Junction
Mass
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