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26 Sep 1918
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Francesville Tribune in Francesville, Indiana
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Newspaper
Francesville Tribune
Location
Francesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1918
Page
1
Long Piercing Odyssey From a Dreamer to War Alarms
A fragmentary memoir traces a journey from a peaceful life in New York to wartime detachments. The writer recalls crossings, letters, and a shift toward disciplined duty, with mentions of names, places, and travel milestones amid a restless, unclear narrative.
Voter Registration Reminder and Frost Affected Buckwheat
The notice urges readers to register before the preregistration deadline and to bring a neighbor or companion to the polling site at the courthouse. It warns that failing to pre register will leave voters without fuel for voting and highlights frost killed corn affecting buckwheat crops across the region.
Indiana Coal and Wood Fuel War Time Urgency
The piece argues Indiana must conserve coal and wood as fuel shortages loom during wartime. It notes vast potential savings, urges households to reduce consumption, and stresses keeping power and transportation by prioritizing fuel efficiency and tapping remaining timber resources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Diane
Diego Thieht
Taateriah
Farmers Urged to Save Seed Corn For Next Spring
Indiana farmers hear Purdue University researcher Troy Kony describe seed saving practices to ensure disease control and uniformity. He notes diseases can be seed transmitted and recommends proper ear selection, air storage, and avoiding contact between ears to prevent mold and rot. Fertilizer use is discussed as a boost to wheat and crop yields, with a birth announcement at the end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Troy Kony
Purdue University
Uyo
Purdue Univerity
Letter From Joseph I Mora from Camp Taxtor Tent Life News
Transcribed letter from Joseph I Mora describes rough camp conditions near Anniston Alabama. He notes heat, dust, and lack of rain, eight men per tent, tents with canvas bottoms, laundry and bathing routines, and daily meals in the tent area. He mentions drilling ahead, occasional chores like weed pulling, and hopes of six weeks to two months stay or possible return to another camp. He references fellow Pulaski County residents, the barracks life, and sending a photo. He also touches on weather, distance, and possible redeployment timelines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toountadas
Miles
Pesson
Antubdes
Dusis Podem'tios Towlon
Wwe
George Mitniens
Ome
Pulaski County
Mee
Weis
Hutoi Achie Press Hall
Cammy Yoxtar
Medaryville Soldier William Peterson Killed in War Front
A Medaryville youth, William Peterson, son of Charles Peterson, died on the western battle front. The War Department message dated Monday confirms his death. his mother died years ago and his father is partially paralyzed. He was the only son with many friends locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Peterson
Charles Peterson
Medaryville
Prone
War Department
Christian Church to Begin Gospel Meetings Soon
Gospel meetings will begin at the Christian church Sunday evening October 6 and continue indefinitely. Evangelist Miss Pstelle Griggs will assist with the meeting, which will be in charge of Rev. S. Vian Orman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Church
Pstelle Griggs
Cogs
Smeeting
S. Vian Orman
Government order ends paper delivery after unpaid subscriptions
The War Industries Board orders discontinuing newspapers after subscription expiration unless renewed and paid. Effective October 1, 1918, arrears of over three months will stop all future issues, with compliments discontinued. The Tribune will comply with the ruling to avoid service suspension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Industries Board
the Tribune
Women of Salen urged to join local food club
Town hall notice calls all women of Soteme township to form a Food Conser club to aid soldiers and allies. It outlines new rules and budget procedures and invites attendance at an upcoming meeting chaired by Mes. Vi Malous, the township chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mothehureh
Atther
Telpaud
Rensselier Colonel Nearing Departure for Overseas Duty
Reports indicate Colonel Georges Hilleates and elements of old Company Mo from Camp Mills Long Island are en route overseas. Letters to residents of Rensselver describe Indiana troops moving from southern camps toward eastern embarkation points amid press dispatches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Priends
Rensselver
Colon
Georges Hilleates
Camp Mills
Long Island
Indiana
The
Republican
A Matter of Conscience on the Fourth Liberty Loan
The piece urges every citizen to support the Fourth Liberty Loan, arguing ignorance excuses none. It says patriotism rests on a spark of conscience and a duty to finance the loan, with a citizen’s quality measured by support and financial ability.
Red Cross Benefit Draw Set for Saturday Night
Over five hundred tickets have been sold for the Red Cross Benefit with the prize to be drawn Saturday evening at 9:20 in Francesville at Millon’s store. Only two days remain to buy four tickets for the Red Cross designed cult. Bring your tickets on the date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Francesville
Millon
Card of Thanks for Mother's Funeral Help
We thank friends neighbors choir minister undertaker and others for assisting us and giving floral tributes at our mother's funeral. H D Hayes and children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H.D. Hayes
Rhinehart Relates Frantic France Trip And Sea Sights
A letter from Ray Rhinehart in France describes a rough sea voyage with high waves and seasickness. He notes fishing glimpses and a whale spout, mentions German visitors, and says letters home will follow after settling in at the new location.
Frog Hubbell Returns to Duty After Training
Soldier Frog Hubbell writes from the front describing return to the 96th Company US Army Air Service in France. He notes acclimation to drill, better morale, and progress after hospital care and training until ready for field duties. He mentions mail, address changes, and hope for continued service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Opec
Sam
Agiuine
Bruieo Uti
Pabo
96Th Company
Masvithes
Parse
Sailor from town joins new destroyer Gamble
Leland Groves of the United States Navy leaves for Norfolk to serve on the destroyer Gamble after serving on the Terry. He convoyed out of England and Ireland and his experience led to the assignment. The report notes submarines fear the Gamble’s guns and mentions a sunk submarine after a torpedoed supply boat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leland Groves
United States Navy
Ed Groves
Norfolk
Virginia
Gamble
Terry
England
Ireland
Atlantic
Real Estate Transfers and Draft Classification Change
Susan Viers transfers property to John W. Viers in Beaver for 4800 with 2.50 in revenue stamps. Joseph L. Beesley transfers lot 9 block 9 in Francesville to Gard Lurber for 1000 with 1 stamp. Geo Webber Daughtery, Bartholomew county farmer, moves from class 4 to class 1 in Indiana draft appeal. he ignored a gasless Sunday request and drove his machine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susan Viers
John W. Viers
Shire
Se Sw
Beaver
Joseph Ll. Beesley
Gard Lurber
Francesville
Geo. Webber Daughtery
Bartholomew County
Third Indiana District Appeal Board
Indianapolis
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