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Newspaper
Midlothian Messenger
Location
Midlothian, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1942
Page
5
Chicago groups join the national campaign led by the Women's Section to urge households to invest at least ten percent of income in War Savings Bonds. Activities include fashion shows, teas, stamp days, booths, displays, and calls for store committees to sponsor efforts and recognize participation.
The notice states air mail parcels must be sealed and marked for postal inspection if nonflammable explosive or hazardous matter is present. It requires sender name and address on the package and a POST MASTER notice to open if necessary. Articles for air dispatch as registered insured or COD must be mailed at the Main Post Office or station.
Monday notice explains procedures for mail parcels to and from overseas. Senders should endorse for opening, otherwise the article is held or dispatched by surface transport. Air mail rates for contractors and civilians outside the continental U S are six cents per half ounce.
After the regular business, members enjoyed a light refreshment period with social chatter and informal greetings. The brief item records casual gatherings among attendees and mentions informal camaraderie.
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