Security League Drives Patriotism Education Campaign
The National Security League extends patriotic instruction in public schools across most states. Led by Dr. Robert M. Melos, the effort promotes citizenship through literature, teacher training, and state department cooperation. It includes mobile lectures, summer schools, and lab experiments, with notable educators guiding outreach to tens of thousands of pupils and teachers nationwide.
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State Departments of Education
Seoutly Lee
G. A. Richmond
Union College
Albert Shiely
Svhanda
Los Angele
Libby
University of Colorado
Wr. Ltdverty
Ayde Buitey
Minnesota
Euuication Selult
Willam A. Frayer
University of Michigan
Colorado
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Holland Thompson
College of the City of New York
L. B. Moore
Howard University
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Hidgewood
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Samuel Vouston College
Whey
Thuchlos
State Department of Education of California
Los Angeles
Great Need of Marine Firemen Says Hurley of Shipping Board
The United States Shipping Board chairman Edward Nye Hurley calls for volunteers to crew new merchant ships. Coal passers and firemen are in high demand, with 3,500 men needed monthly. Wages include 65 dollars for coal passers and 75 dollars for firemen, plus a 50 percent war zone bonus. Applicants 21 to 30, 140 pounds minimum, 5 feet 4 inches tall, may enlist at local enrolling stations or by contacting the Boston customs house recruiting office.
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Pacific Coast
Edward Nye Burley
U. S. Shipping Board
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Shipping Board
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Suipplog Board
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National Patriotic Education Faculty Formed for Promotion Work
A National Patriotic Education Faculty, paid by colleges and universities, will travel nationwide to promote Patriotic Education through the National Security League campaign led by Dr. Robert M. McElroy. The early roster includes W. T. Halot Pringeron, W. B. Munro, W. B. Schoffeld, Franklin H. Giddings, C. A. Van Tyne, Etta V. Leighton, and Charles Libbey, with Leland Stanford, Oregon, Hamilton and Williams Colleges pledging participants and more members expected.
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National Security League
Robert M. McElroy
League
W. T. Hal Ot Pringeron
W. B. Munro
W. B. Schoffeld
Harvard
Franklin H Giddings
Columbia
C. A. van Tyne
University of Michigan
Mise Etta V. Leighton
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Charles Libbey
University of Colorado
Leland Stanford University
University of Oregon
Hamilton and Willams Colleges
Sacrifice to Buy Bonds Proclaims Rare Frontline View
The text argues that soldiers endure harsh trials and that true patriotism requires sacrifice to fund bonds. It cites Verdun and the courage of those who stay the course, while condemning cowardice as the failure to meet duty. It frames bond purchases as essential support for war effort and personal resilience.
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Pushing On Song Chorus From War Time Sheet
A wartime verse misreads as a song lyric praising Pershing and Allied push. It references soldiers pushing on, trench warfare, and enemy forces as it speaks in energetic chorus style. The piece notes writers Gay Flt Tee and a Chitin newspaper, with fragmented lines about fighting daily and wartime mobilization.
Bond Advice: Save Plans and Annual Pay Tips
A concise note discusses securing savings by tucking away bonds and setting aside funds from yearly pay. It highlights prudent money management and steady accumulation through stable investments without detailing specific instruments or figures.
Campaign to Elect Loyal War Congress
The National Security League announces active, nationwide efforts to elect a War Congress that will vigorously pursue victory. 281 branches and over 100,000 members will rally, with leaders like Elihu Root and Altson B. Parker guiding a cross partisan campaign urging loyal citizens to push for capable, patriotic legislators.
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WAR Congress
National Security League
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Williamsport
Springfield
Mass
Union
Des Moines
Tribune
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Iowa
Saginaw
Mich
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Registration of War Bonds Urged by Loan Officials
Officials emphasize proper registration of Liberty Loan bonds to ensure transferability and avoid admin complication. The treasury guidance warns against using initials only, noting full names prevent disputes on heirs and administrators. A patriotic appeal urges readers to sponsor fourth Liberty bonds, highlighting personal support for the war effort.
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Bond Department
Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
Treasury Department
Sarah A. Smith
Eny
Thomas W. Smith
Smith
Humphreys Remedies For Infancy To Old Age
The Humphreys list claims to meet the needs of many ailments from infancy to old age as described in the Dr Humphreys Manual. It references interpath and external uses and promises remedies for a wide range of conditions.
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Humphreys
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Saving Sugar Saves Shipping
American families would have less sugar than France if reliant on home stocks. About 73 percent of our sugar is shipped to shores. production is about 1,000,000 tons annually, while imports reach over 3,900,000 tons in normal times. The U S Food Administration urges families to limit sugar to two pounds per person per month for household use to free ships for Army and Navy.
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United States Food Administration
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