This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
Sailor letter from Brooklyn 1917 on war time sentiments
W.G. Stanek of Brooklyn writes home about 20 days at sea and receiving 49 letters and 7 packages. He praises Red Cross support, patriotism, and views on war, urging readers to honor the flag and support the nation while noting a long war ahead. Seed corn week notices and community items follow.
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U.S
U. S
Red Cross
Renwick
Amy
Wacoust
Maple Lawn
M- Avery
Bradgate Consolidated
Mon
Beaver
Fleming School
Tues, Oct. 2,10 A.m. Vernon
Rutland
South
Maple Grove
Delana
Bede
Humboldt
Center
A. m. Grove
Kelly
Weaver
Corinth
Take
Norway
Thor
D. A. Noble