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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1918
Page
4
The war broadens the practice of letter writing as a household duty once faded by telegrams, phones, train travel, and ease of visits. With millions abroad and families anxious for news, letters become essential to share events, joys, and dangers, as other communication forms falter.
The piece warns of antiwar agitation targeting mining states like Arizona where I W W and pro German influence seek to disrupt copper output. It cites 25 percent production cuts, cites alien and immigrant communities, and urges loyal citizens to educate others to support war industries and deter slacker elements.
An exploration of affability versus reserve highlighting how excessive friendliness can breed suspicion while reserved behavior earns respect. The piece argues that instant popularity often undermines trust, unless steady evidence dispels initial doubts.
The passage weighs affability and charm against manipulation. It warns that praise and approachable ease can mask aggressive familiarity aimed at gaining advantage, comparing such behavior to cheapmarket sales tactics. It notes that public perception shifts from friendliness to suspicion when sincerity looks performative.
A reflective meditation on exploration and endurance inspired by the Scott Expedition to the South Pole. It recalls the Norwegian flag revelation, the loss of Edmundson, and the crew’s peril on the Great Ice Barrier. The piece links past trials to present insight and hope for a boundless future guided by inner light.
Citizens urged to buy Liberty Bonds to fund war relief and military needs. Emphasizes ships, tonnage, hospitals, and vocational training for wounded as key outcomes of public investment. Calls on Americans to perform their duty and support the war effort financially.
Mrs Louise Moore of 139 First Ave San Francisco bears a service tag with three stars after three of her sons answered the call to arms. When the Tuscania was torpedoed William Moers died serving his country, his grave marked along the rocky coast of Ireland as the family mourns the loss.
Mrs Moore recalls her sons entering draft age as she urges Americans to support the Third Liberty Loan. She notes two of her sons are of draft age and that the three brothers bought Liberty Bonds before enlistment. A call to stay at home to buy bonds follows. For sale two fish cows 5. Muh lemon. Phone F-5S118.
Readable fragments describe Monmouth train arrivals and departures. Trains No 4 1 2 6 8 10 14 18 connect with Independence and Portland or Dallas routes, times vary, some at 29% and 3.0 pm. Passengers should note connections with Airlle Salley and Jalla lines and arrivals at Independence.
A garbled report notes concern over child health and access to care. The text references pediatric health issues, possible policy or program mentions, and a stressed focus on safeguarding minors. Entities and specifics are unclear due to damaged OCR.
At West Point a new food conservation practice improves cadet health. Bread now uses 46 percent wheat 45 percent rye and 10 percent white malted flour, replacing former white bread. Meatless days are observed and meat rations reduced, with notable health gains reported.
A government bulletin quotes a food act defender urging Americans to share wheat with France. It contrasts armed allies’ needs with starving women and children and warns that civilians may die without generous aid.
A fragmented note urges proper use of Victory bread on wheatless days. It cautions against overreliance on the loaf and emphasizes moderation, implying guidance for meals without wheat during wartime shortages.
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