Thanks For Packet Kits From Comfort Committee Letters
A collection of thank you notes from WWI soldiers and recipients to the Comfort Packet Committee in New Castle and Mrs. Hurley of the Seventh ward. The letters describe camp life at Camp Laurel Maryland, YMCA activities, daily routines, and gratitude for comfort kits aiding soldiers preparing for deployment.
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A. Martin Graham
Comfort Packet Committee
Camp Laurel
New Castle
T. P. Hurley
Seventh Ward
Uncle Sam
Maryland State Fair Grounds
Laurel
Washington
Baltimore
Mill and
Washington Streets
Washington Street
Rhine
Kaiser Bill
Nu Vim Iron Weed Tonic Praised by Local Coal Producer
Joseph Morrow, a coal pro ducer at Mine No 3 in Castle Shannon Pa, says Nu Vim Iron Weed Tonic restored his health after weakness and digestive issues. He reports improved strength and appetite after five bottles and recommends it for others. The tonic is described as a vegetable iron remedy with herbs and iodine, sold at Clutton Drug Store in New Castle and Ellwood Pharmacy in Ellwood City Pa.
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Joseph Morrow
Castle Shannon
Morrow
Clutton Drug Store
Washington St
New Castle
Ellwood Pharmacy
Ellwood City
Elmer Reed Writes Home From The Front On Mothers Day
Letter from Elmer H. Reed to his mother Mrs. Alice G. Reed describes being in France with the U S M C amid rain and cold. He notes transfers to a Paris Island trained unit, mentions all old officers, and says he is well and hopeful with many letters urged to write home.
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Elmer H. Reed
Alice G. Reed
France
Pennsylvania
Paris Island
Million Bibles Ordered For Soldiers By New York Society
The New York Bible Society ordered 100000 Active Service New Testaments to be given to soldiers and sailors who lack a Bible. A further 300000 gospel portions of the New Testament were also ordered for general distribution. The act includes Pershing’s message and a read in emergency passages.
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New York
New York Bible Society
Women Seek Policewoman Jobs in Lynn and Metro District
More than twenty women took civil service examinations today for policewoman positions in Lynn and the Metropolitan district. Two vacancies exist in Lynn with a yearly salary of 1000 dollars.
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Boston
Massachusetts Civil Service Commission
Lynn
Free to Asthma Sufferers Trial Cure Announcement
An urging notice promises a free trial of a new asthma treatment at the author's expense. It targets long standing and recent cases, claiming relief from breathing difficulties and paroxysms without cost, urging immediate mail-in requests and coupon use.
Home canning peas with USDA guidance
U S Department of Agriculture offers detailed steps for canning peas safely. Use fresh peas, quick handling, blanching, precise sizing, salt and sugar for flavor, hot pack, and proper sealing. Processing methods include steam under pressure or multi day boiling steps, with cooling and storage in a dry place.
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U. S. Department of Agriculture
Local Teachers To Attend National Educational Conference
Local teachers plan to attend the National Education Association meeting in Pittsburg from June 29 to July 6. Notable speakers include G Stanley Hall Clarence Kingsley President McCracken Wilbur and Dr Anna Howard Shaw. The event features departments from kindergarten to rural education and a preliminary program is kept at the city library.
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New Castle
National Education Association
Pittsburg
G. Stanley Hall
Clarence D. Kingsley
McCracken
LaFayette College
Wilbur
Leland Stanford University
Anna Howard Shaw
British Miners Quota Fulfills Army Call
London reports a patriotic surge as up to 60 percent of miners in some districts volunteer for military service without ballots. The Daily Telegraph notes the army will take 75 000 men from coal pits, with quotas nearly complete in several districts.
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London
Daily Telegraph
Too Big For Soldier Suits
Reading June 19. Patrick McDonough, heaviest of about 40 000 soldiers in training at Camp Lee Virginia, weighs around 250 pounds and cannot be fitted with a standard uniform. He is exempt from drilling and serves as supply sergeant.
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Reading
Camp Lee
Patrick McDonough
McDonough
Coal Dealers Ordered to Reimburse Buyers in Harrisburg
Harrisburg report says two local coal dealers were ordered by the fuel administration to return twenty five cents a ton to every customer who bought coal since April 1. The action aims to rectify a pricing irregularity in anthracite coal purchases.
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Harrisburg
Local Fuel Administration
Local administration cites dealers’ disregard of rule
Local administration states that dealers have seen fit to disregard the rule. The remark frames enforcement concerns and signals potential regulatory scrutiny.
Will Help County Fairs Aid From Federal Government
Harry White Jr of Indiana Pa leads Pennsylvania Association of County Fairs with 64 fairs. He discussed admissions taxes with Internal Revenue Commissioner Roper. taxes apply only if fairs declare dividends. White also sought railroad cars for livestock shipments. the railroad administration promised to assist.
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Washington, D. C
Harry White, Jr
Indiana
Pennsylvania Association of County Fairs
Pennsylvania Association
Internal Revenue Roper
White
Gray
Chambers
Railroad Administration
Railroad
Dont Let Soap Spoil Hair Use Coconut Oil
Ad promotes using plain refined coconut oil for washing hair instead of soaps or shampoos. It claims coconut oil cleanses without drying the scalp, leaves hair soft and shiny, and lasts months for a family. Instructions say dampen hair with water and rub in a teaspoonful for rich lather.
Dry amendment fund gains broad antis support
New York June 19 the fund to aid the fight for legislative ratification of the proposed dry amendment to the federal constitution is meeting with wide antis support across the county.
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New York
Eh Ae
Detroit donor offers 250000 to Anti Saloon league
The donor 8S. S. Kresge of Detroit heads a store syndicate and will provide 250000 if raised by October 1. The gift supports the Anti-Saloon league. Firemen in Guelph Canada resigned over wage increase. council accepted all but the chief’s resignation.
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8S. S. Kresge
Detroit
Anti-Saloon League
Guelph
Canada
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Herb D. McGoun
Snow
D. McGoun
Lawrence County
Love & Megown
Goodyear
D. R. Bollard
East ST
G. B. Zahniser
Bell
Georgia
N. J. Hartman
Harley E. Shoaff
Charles L. Wigton
J. Barnsley
Whl
Approva
Elmer Reed
Elmer
2Nd Replacement Battalion
Amex Force
New Testaments
Ing
Frontier Asthma CO
Roo
Niagara and Hudson
Buffalo, N.Y
U.S. Dept OF Agriculture
War IS
Hell
RED Triangle Circus
Rie
Y.M.C. A. Y. W. C. A. J. N. Euwer’s Sons
Brown & Hamilton CO
NEW Castle Dry Goods CO
Es Me
Crawl Bros. Motor Gar Co
Fund For Amendment
Mary MacLaren
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