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Newspaper
Jasper News
Location
Jasper, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1918
Page
8
Fragmentary OCR shows a Jasper Missouri postoffice entry line dated September 21, 1898, indicating second class matter classification with unclear trailing text. The readable portion references the town and mailing status, but no complete notice or action is evident.
Advertising rates describe costs per inch for the last page and inside pages at 10 cents per inch each issue. Front page space is fully contracted, and notices cost per line. Obituary poetry and resolutions of respect are charged by the line, and copy must be received by Tuesday evening.
R A Pearson announces candidacy for the circuit judge seat for the remainder of the unexpired term following his appointment. Democratic primaries are set for August 6 1918.
The USDA urges households to use substitutes and curb wool consumption to aid troops. Per capita wheat use cut by 0.25 bushels could feed 31,250 people for a year. Missouri women told to stop colored wool items and only knit for soldiers, to ensure warm uniforms next winter.
A call to knit woolen socks all summer to supply soldiers in trenches. Officials note socks keep feet warm and help prevent trench foot, urging women to knit continuously as troops mobilize and fight.
A Jester from St Louis notes William B. Tiller enlisted as a seaman second class and arrived at Great Lakes Naval Training Station. The piece touts Navy life including pay, advancement, and training benefits, urging local draft men to enlist before Army call.
A period report notes persistent Western wheat stock concerns as trade shifts and shipments stall. It cites Argentina exporting 11 million bushels left for sale, new crop adds 250 million, and April movements rising totals. The piece stresses the need to share world stocks with Allied nations during wartime shortages.
Allied shipments to European allies from July 1 to January 1 reach a substantial total. Figures released by the United States detail wheat and wheat products supplied, with major shipments to Britain and other allies.
Sir Joseph Maclay appeals to Americans noting boundless supplies of food and material on this side and urges US aid as Allied forces face wave weariness and a critical position until the next harvest. He calls on American mien, skill, and material to save the Allies.
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