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Newspaper
Redgranite Herald
Location
Redgranite, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1918
Page
4
Vincent Waylinski, on active service with the American Expeditionary Force, writes from France about marching through mud and barbed gear, living on scarce meals, and the hope of returning home by Christmas. He signs as Vincent Wrysinske of Company C, 107th Field Signal Battalion, AEF, New York.
The Red Cross calls for renewed service after World War I, urging universal membership with a $1 enrollment fee. It stresses feeding hungry Europeans, rebuilding devastated lands, housing refugees, and healing soldiers returning home as war ends. Wear the Red Cross button and display flags to show support and send a message of peace.
War Council message to 2857 chapters recalls Red Cross service before US entry and stresses ongoing duty through peace and postwar relief. It calls for unwavering effort to protect soldiers and families, assist nations in distress, and mobilize public spirit for lasting mercy work.
The American Red Cross canteens serve at military stations on major roads and in towns across the Italian zone of war. They have operated in the past six months aiding American troops and their allies with coffee and comfort items. Numerous Red Cross rest stations have been established, including facilities in Paris.
American soldiers in camps and hospitals in Great Britain now receive a daily bulletin service arranged by the American Red Cross. Army officers say the bulletin fulfills a long felt need by delivering sporting and home news not found in English papers. A Red Cross worker in England warns that discontinuing the bulletin could lead to court martial and execution.
Spring Lake residents report a string of visits and housing changes. Marion Heyburn travels to West Wales to see her father Chas Berra, while Chas moves into Mr. Hall’s house. Various locals including John Grant at G. H Fuller’s, Ed Gelhar family returning from Albert Gelhar farm, Minnie Kilpert heading to Ripon for work, and Krueger staying with his daughter Mrs Roy Fuller. Roy Fuller makes a Mantello trip after church services. Dec 15 Sunday services announced inviting all.
Saxeville brief items report Mrs. Frank VanArrdale improving after a poor week and Warren Waterman buying a Hot of Thos Prothree to build a house. Several local folks plan wood purchases, livestock sales, and moving a building. Deaths, illnesses, travel, and teaching changes are noted among community members and families.
Centerville Sherman Marsh returns from Kentucky and California with other travelers. Bert Sorenson and Allie Hutton pass through on a Wednesday to Omro. B Palen family and Sorenson siblings are ill with influenza. Prof Alfred Fink wounded in France with two operations after being shot in the back. J L Fink and wife conduct Pine River business.
In Frankfort New York Mr Ed Hassett reports Chamberlains Gough Remedy quickly relieves croup attacks. He notes it contains no opium or narcotics and may be given to children as confidently as to adults.
Mr Morris and family of Wau toma visited Amos Ander’s son. Mr Bair plans Berlin departure at week’s end. Fritz family to take over Bahr’s newly purchased farm. Moldenhauer family drove to Berlin Sunday. Mrs Der Thorstad to Stevens Point Sanitarium for treatment as health declines. Arnold Hotz of Wild Rose dies after brief illness, influenza. Stella and Martha Simonson of Rosholt return home. A few mild flu cases reported locally.
Oakdale reports Miss Madge Terrill substituting for ill Miss Fulton at the school. Berlin visitor Joe Piechowski noted. Chas LeGrand and family from Spring Lake visited Thos Dain home Sunday. Ernie Stubbie called at Rodpey Tuesday. Margaret and Wesley Edman back at Fairburn after weeks away. Ole Sorenson and wife spent Sunday at Erdman’s. Jie Pie kowski and Frank Niger seen working beans near Redgranite.
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A compact note highlights repeat work in a service economy, emphasizing steady demand and returning clients. It notes reliability and ongoing opportunities without citing specific industries or figures. The message urges consistency and trust in employment tasks.
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