And a Thousand Fighters Call Him Dad
A wartime appeal describes a YMCA and other service men as the new kind of fatherly helper who boosts morale. The piece urges American daddies to stay on the job, offering comfort, letters, and support to soldiers facing loneliness and worries.
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Why You Should Give Twice as Much Before
An appeal urges Americans to donate twice as much as any prior drive for war relief in 1918. It lists seven organizations funding morale supports for soldiers and sailors, including recreation buildings libraries hostels and entertainment. The message stresses unity, sacrifice, and the impact of giving on front line morale.
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