29 Nov 1917
Page 1
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Newspaper
Dermott News
Location
Dermott, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1917
Page
1
A brief patriotic verse urges those who stay at home to support the country. It promises service in any task, whether with voice or hand, and even to wield a spade to aid the war effort. The speaker pledges strength and God’s help to fulfill their duty for the country’s need.
Local shoppers find discounts at Weisman's Cotton Picking Sale and New Millinery Store closing sale with items such as coats suits and household goods. Notices mention residents visiting relatives in Monticello and Lula Miss, and local events including a charity gathering at the Dermott Bank and upcoming football at the athletic field.
After fifteen weeks of effort the Dermott News Automobile Contest closed Monday night at the Exchange Bank with Mrs. R. W. Marks declared the winner and a big lead over her rivals. Second place earns a gold watch and two merchant prizes, third wins two merchant prizes, and six more prizes go to the remaining contestants in order. The paper says the contest was fair, transparent, and beneficial to subscribers and merchants alike, noting Orr Hardware Co's 1741 coupons led to the main prize.
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