04 May 1918
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Newspaper
Forest Park Review
Location
Forest Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1918
Page
1
A heavily garbled wartime diary style letter from Oak Park recounts patriotism and training. The writer, John Losgin, expresses desire for support, mentions letters to comrades, and urges strength and unity while detailing drills and camp life.
Communication from soldiers thanking for fountain pens received at Forest Park. The letter describes transport to Port McKinney and Portsea, notes about the war camp conditions, and mentions friendships with Goyaitiona and other units. The message expresses gratitude and hopes to hear from home, signing ARTHUR C JARKHL HERMAN J RAFIGCHKE OBNANA HENRICH WRNEST GANLING.
An old newspaper note describes Herman Schulz Jr a farewell serenade at 21 Marengo Avenue before leaving for Jefferson Barracks Missouri on a weekday evening. The gathering included relatives and friends with tales of work and travel. The event featured refreshments and social chatter as attendees recalled shared memories.
Wartime verse urges every citizen to sacrifice for victory as soldiers fight in France. The piece contrasts President Wilson’s call to duty with personal comfort at home. It laments food hoarding and fear of missing chances to aid the war effort, urging national unity.
A city food conservation event at the municipal building drew a large crowd on Friday afternoon April 20. Demonstrator Banner showcased economical kitchen chemistry and frugal cooking while speeches urged Liberty Loan support and wartime thrift. Teachers and civic figures, including Miss Mitchellsky and Commissioner Wendt, spoke on patriotism and conservation, ending with bond solicitations and public praise for practical home economics.
A garbled songlike piece praises Uncle Sammie and community pride during a town parade. References to blue uniforms, workers, and civic groups, with calls to cheer and support local leaders, ending with a plea to make sense of the fragmented text.
Liberty Day parade draws hundreds along Madison street with route through Forest Park, featuring marching bands, civic groups, students, and veterans. The spectacle ends at the Material building where a Liberty Bond drive and the food show conclude with patriotic songs and a final community program.
The baby died at home on Tuesday April 30 at age unknown. Funeral services were held May 2 at 2:00 PM at Forest More Cemetery. Survived by mother and three aunts Mirura and Jeanptet, among others.
Local column records a jumble of events and notices from community members and businesses. It mentions Mr Mietwehad family, a fire incident near Arlington cemetery, a May public event and a May 4 deadline for a calendar, with details about a birthday party and a recruitment drive. The piece notes recovery from an illness and various local organizations, addresses, and personnel.
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