20 Jul 1917
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Newspaper
Fulton County Tribune
Location
Wauseon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1917
Page
1
A patriotic plea urges readers to donate to the Red Cross, linking financial support to war effort and national duty. It emphasizes immediacy with lines about not delaying, comparing donors to brave lads, and contrasting acts of giving with excuses. The message appeals to courage, sacrifice, and communal responsibility.
The Fulton County Chapter American Red Cross urges every person to join and contribute, detailing a widespread campaign to enlist all men, women, and children in Clinton township and surrounding areas for equipment, nurses, and supplies. Names of supporters and donors appear. church groups and local branches mobilize under Red Cross leadership to fund and furnish relief efforts.
A war era meditation by John Finley invokes the Red Cross spirit moving with soldiers and civilians. It recalls kneeling beside trenches bearing the wounded, mourning the dead, and aiding in relief across battles from Solferino to modern fronts. The poem appeals to readers to contribute by sacrifice and giving.
An editorial argues there is no duplication in war relief efforts and stresses that the Federal government, the Red Cross, and the Y M C A all need substantial funding. It highlights Red Cross roles behind the lines and in saving lives, plus Y M C A work to protect soldiers from temptation and mental strain. Fulton county residents are urged to contribute through the county treasurer, W H Baer, at earliest opportunity.
A weekend Red Cross exhibit at the Wauseon High School highlighted finished and in progress relief items. Volunteers counted 77 pajama coats, 77 trousers, 20 gowns, 16 bed covers, 12 shirts, plus numerous knitted items, donations and fundraisers supporting war relief.
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