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Newspaper
Paoli Republican
Location
Paoli, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1918
Page
4
Indiana farmers rely on Rural Motor Express to deliver needed supplies to the farm gate with minimal effort. The service supports increased acreage and faster provisioning during peak season, reducing labor shortages and saving time for farmers.
More than 400 motor trucks daily show the practicality of a return loads system at the Indianapolis stockyards. The Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce formed a Return Loads Bureau for drivers to register capacity routes and schedules, aiding merchants and farmers with prompt shipments. The Stockyards Company provides washing and sanitation to keep trucks ready for any service, though stock buying may not directly benefit.
To close an estate the dwelling house and shop belonging to the heirs of the late George H. Stout, deceased, is for sale. Bessie B. Stout, Executrix.
The passage recalls American resolve to aid allies when lines broke, pledging food and support for victory. It emphasizes steadfastness with troops, the belief in victory, and collective effort toward final triumph.
The piece recalls Herbert Hoover’s call for every citizen to uphold the test by daily efforts. It credits housewives and consumers with a voluntary food-saving campaign that supported Allies, reduced administration costs, and avoided costly policing. It argues self restraint aided wartime recovery and postwar healing.
A nurse from Base Hospital No 18 writes to Mr and Mrs Sherman Beaty about their son Billy who died in France near Limoges on October 26 1918. She recalls his brief illness his quiet behavior and his wish for one more thing noting the care given and the sorrow of all who tended him. The nurse signs Margaret Hoskins Army Nurse Corps detailing the hospital and base unit.
Everett L Wolfe of Brazil spends a few days with old friends here and expresses happiness with his new home. Several family members have recovered from influenza, and a noted remedy is advertised alongside local notices and community events.
Mrs. Martha Hill received a letter from her son Lieut. Chas ver Hill stating he has been transferred to a camp in Texas last week.
A historical health ad describes bilious symptoms such as loss of appetite dolor, dull eyes and sallow face with bowel irregularities. It urges immediate VIN HEPATICA treatment starting with a full dose to purge poisons and then a reduced dose for several days, inviting readers to obtain a bottle.
Boyd and Boyd in Paoli Indiana promote The Youth's Companion as a family paper for all ages. The notice touts Grace Richmond serial Aene Exeter beginning December 12 and offers special subscriptions including The Youth's Companion plus McCall's Magazine and a Home Calendar for 1919 for set prices. The ad ends with a note about Burdeck Blond Bitters for liver health.
Morris W. Copher and Newton Hall, among the boys who enlisted in limited service about two months ago, were home from Indianapolis Sunday on a furlough. Their trip highlights the ongoing war effort and the personal sacrifices of local families.
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