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Newspaper
Ferdinand News
Location
Ferdinand, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1918
Page
8
The proclamation calls the nation to a war thrift movement, urging all citizens to conserve resources, boost production, and invest savings in Liberty Bonds and War Savings Stamps. It emphasizes national unity, personal sacrifice, and enlistment by June 28 to support the war effort.
A persuasive wartime appeal urges citizens to buy War Savings stamps to aid American servicemen abroad. It contrasts luxury spending with government needs and declares June 28 as the day the Kaiser won’t celebrate, urging readers to contribute and support the war effort.
The Indiana State Council of Defense adopted recommendations June 19 to continue publicity and education to overcome disloyalty among aliens. A special committee on Pro Germanism and Pacifism led by A. W. Brady Will G. Irwin and H. R. Kurrie reported improved loyalty among Indiana foreigners and urged messages in other tongues during Fourth of July events. The council also approved extending the United States employment service to all counties and asked the county council to nominate members to work with the federal effort to allocate labor and coordinate with the female county member.
Real estate transfers include William Berman to Mary Berman per last will and testament. Herman Thiemann to George T Greas for 80 acres at $1800. Joseph S Chanley to John H Chanley for 120 acres at $1200. Joseph Schnell to Emma Schnell and Andrew Hasenour to Clement Hasenour noted as last will. Tandore Schuhmacher est to Geo M Schuhmacher and others ordered to sell. Gerhard Krueger to John Blair corrected.
Wanted a substantial man to represent us in this community. Must be favorably known and have following. Investment proposition of unquestionable merit. We furnish cooperation and close sites for local man. Address Securities Trust Co. 10 So LaSalle St.
The undersigned announce store closures on July 4 in observance of a legal holiday. Signatories include Jacob Bartley Jr John H Kerstiens Reckelheff Muller Muller Bros. sold one of the best suit s for 1918 models to Elmer.
Indiana Governor James P. Goodrich proclaims Friday June 28 from noon to 10 PM as a statewide War Savings Stamps pledge and purchase day. Citizens may pledge or buy War Savings Stamps to support the national thrift movement and wartime financing through 1918.
Money invested in War Savings stamps returns later with interest, urging citizens to lend now while funds are available. The notice cautions against pro German sentiment and questions who should invest, signaling wartime patriotism drives.
War Department figures show national army cantonments cost 140 million and National Guard camps 38 million. Emergency work for soldiers and production buildings abroad totals 1.1706 billion dollars with 53 completed jobs and 244 under way. Preparations begin for 117 new operations expected to cost 700 million.
Regular contact with family and friends is a soldier’s duty. Mothers and fathers suffer if they do not hear from their son fighting in France. In large companies officers cannot write letters for their men, and every man must do it for himself.
A 19th or early 20th century advertisement touts Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound as an easy ready-made solution to darken gray hair. It claims natural, even coloring and simple application with a brush or sponge, promising youthful appearance.
General Pershing issues order stressing duty to country extends beyond the parade ground and battlefield, urging soldiers to write letters home to aid the war effort. The directive underscores maintaining contact with families as part of national morale and wartime support.
Government powder plants begin operations two months early after War Department plans. Projected August start expanded to production with 120 million dollars funding. Labor built a new town per site with 9,000 buildings and extensive infrastructure. About 435,003 workers built the plants and 40,000 workers are to join production of powder.
Under Lecsal Board orders three registrants reported for duty Monday with some returning home for the night. Tuesday they left for Chillicothe Ohio. Ike Gerhardt who had not reported earlier was sent along. Questionnaires to new registrants will be mailed June 25 for three days, with 25 percent mailed each day. Female aliens registered at Ferdinand post office include Lindenschmidt Lehr Evenkemp Hoge Hoge Schiffer Ringgel Schmidt Mueller Hoersting Subroeder and Huber. Male aliens required to register in April include Obermeier Muffenbeier Ebenkemp Dilger Gage Hoge Leh and Mueller.
The Dubois County Board of Review led by James Songer and two other appointed members reviewed township and city assessments. Several townships kept rates, Patoka saw a 10 percent personal property cut, Ferdinand and Birdseye assessments passed, and Hantingburg's city assessment was cut 5 percent. Jasper firms and banks were raised per the Tax Commissioner and board recommendations. Mortgage exemptions were recorded before adjournment last Saturday.
Readers are urged to adopt a routine of hot water consumption before meals. The piece argues this practice cleanses the body, aids digestion, and prevents toxins from accumulating, claiming health benefits though without scientific backing.
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