08 May 1919
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Newspaper
Kent Tribune
Location
Kent, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1919
Page
1
County residents exceeded thrift drive quotas in two weeks, aided by volunteers, local committees, and bank participation. Chairman Hinev France led a broad effort with many contributors, raising funds toward the Victory Loan campaign target.
A Portage Garrison ceremony in Kent united a bride linked to the Army and a Navy family’s son in Waltertown. Akron guests offered best wishes as refreshments followed the service at a local hall. The event included cadets and indicated attendance by community members from Cleveland and Akron.
The article notes William Howard Taft returning from Italy and mentions a May event. It references a Private Olford Black and insights on seating reservations for a band performance. May 17 is cited for reserved seating availability.
A brief note indicates a meeting occurred yesterday about purchasing a rectory. No further details on parties, location, or outcome are provided.
Mumbled OCR fragments describe a group trip with references to a mentor and companions. The text is garbled but hints at a collective journey or excursion associated with a bus trip and a donor or guide figure. No clear names, places, or dates are recoverable.
A fragmented item notes a Erie veteran receiving a surprise related to wartime service. The garbled text references a $4,500 sum, a widow, and military terms tied to Camp Lewis and World War I era units.
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