Home ties sought as soldiers request contact with hometowns
Letters from stationed soldiers express fatigue with shows and a plea for "home contact" to provide news and connections. The Home Front group invites volunteers from towns to respond, listing readers from Missouri, Texas, Georgia, Illinois, and other states. Many writers hope to reunite with former neighbors and receive letters from familiar places.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Falke
Santonio
Hiv Tawr
Howe
Alerieat
Trow Glassen
Edinburgh
Monmouth
Lamp Travis
Isc
Durant
Fragmented reader mail lists towns and places from 1900 era
A garbled correspondence fragment lists many towns and states from the United States and beyond. It names Savannib Hella Plaine Sioux City Guelington Missoula Madisonville Oklahoma City Windsor Fort Puntos and assorted places, with scattered names and affiliations. The text references letters to Home Folks Metitor and a request to locate a person, amid scattered dates and regional references.
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Savannib
Tia
Hella Plaine
Iit
Sioux City
Guelington
Vurlinetan
Icy
Musburg
Biutd
Mayon
Dan Doushne
Kelly
Poe
Povallile
Matthew
Camp Ravis
Dohang
Haleyville
Alan
Raeford
Shamokin
Wilkesharre
Bake City
Utah
Madisonville
Monroe Courte
Enn
Woodstock
Windsor
Ft. Puntos
Ren
Florm Ag
LiCrogse
Wis
Lowe
Lafoure Conny
Oulis Lancaster
Vag
Mingeritte
Liberty County
Woodatoek
Suanisians
Calsageland
Dewnark
Freeport
MM. Porte
Ind
Peden to Address Fifth District Food Officials Wednesday
State Food Administrator E A Peden will speak at a Wednesday conference in the Kitty District Chamber of Commerce to explain the food conservation program. Attendees include most county administrators, with plans for future meetings. funds and staffing details are listed, while recruitment and deployment of troops are noted in related orders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peden
Chamber of Commerce
Kitty District
Chamber of Commeres
Mening
E. A. Peden
Hausum
John B. Carrington
McShelen County
Sash County
Bexar County
Plang
Snanigh
Lay Down Health Rules for Public Health Defense
The fragment outlines health rules to prevent disease and boost vitality. It warns against excesses, promotes regular sleep and routines, and urges ventilation, cleanliness, and public caution. It references infant mortality, military camps, and contagious disease, urging individuals to avoid exposure and to follow coughing and sneezing etiquette.
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Limany
Wailer Krucsen
Miphaierin
Jawa
Pere
Ventire
Indigge
Injured In Collision and Local Notices Mix
A Saturday night collision near Avene E and Fourth Hospital injures Joseph vasel and Matt Aveque, with Carter escaping injury. Dr. [name missing] drives the other car, owned by Texas Stear Laundry. Officers consider charges including careless driving as a wave of notices and ads fill the page with local business and event details across San Antonio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Vasel
Matt Aveque
Nentro Auto
Avene E
Senger
Uieawa
Carter
Fexas Stear Laundry
Cee
Castor Bean Shipments Reach San Antonio for Government Contract
Castor beans valued at federal contract price are shipped to San Antonio for delivery to buyers including funeral gardeners and truckers. Government acceptance signals imminent arrival at headquarters and a bidding window for several thousand acres, with price estimates around 20 dollars per bushel f.o.b. San Antonio.
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San Antoniala
Alate
Gemranres
Cinteauting
Anxinus
Lus Transportation
Dan
Antonio
Blaze in Wigwam Theater Fire At 612 East Kounton Street
A fire broke out Saturday afternoon at the Wigwam theater on 612 East Kounton Street. The blaze started near a peanut heater in the rear, scorched a pegino, and caused about 44 dollars in damage before flames were extinguished with the help of audience and a few passersby. Authorities investigated the incident and noted protective measures at nearby properties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wigwam
East Kounton Street
Wis
Geeta
Kuhn
Soledad Elivet
Johnston & Burnett General Agents
Crockett 63
Adg
Military Personnel Reported for Duty Across Camps and Regiments
Army personals note duty assignments at Camp Travia Camp Travis and Camp Lravis. Individuals Kent Worry Tuhaler and Thom C Swarson are ordered to duty with Utegadtn Meld Artillery Regiment and 2076 Cavalry at Del Rio Texas. Report cites Crimaon Gululk area contexts and mentions inspections and postings with various units.
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Bleut WD
Carmi
Camp Travia
Luislandnes
Diviion
Kent, Worry
Tuhaler
Utegadtn Meld Artillery Regiment
Ligutunanta Friuk PB
Miregeraldey
Thom C. Swarson
Dwar J. Aehilndwein
Lravis
2076
del Rio
Tex
Substitutes Used in Victory Loaf Do Not Alter Bread Quality
An analysis argues that Victory Loaf flour will cost more wheat while actual flour quality remains unchanged. The piece critiques forecasts of bread reductions, explains 70 percent wheat content, and traces historical flour studies from Sylvester Grahame to war breads, noting protein and husk effects, and expresses cautious optimism for peaceful production.
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Hazelinson
Rome
Sylvester Gralum
Willy
Rugard
Ming
Waa From A Dietetic and Not Few Soanmints Paint of View, Wethersby
Amis
Minstrel Show At Grand Opera House Takes City By Storm
Neil Brien presents a mixed program featuring a strong black ensemble and comic skits plus a prominent appearance by O'Brien in a farce titled In the Secret Service. Mandy's Sencopated Reception is billed as part two with varied dancing and songs, while the orchestra earns praise for its Grist excellence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neil Brien
Gramd Opera
Arinstrel Ethusiast
Jon Coffman
Wddie Ross
Meir
Secret Service
Tess
Crand
Atimetion
Amin Unis
Romy
Ton Tage
Scottish Rite Plans Fourth Reunion February 22 23
More than 100 candidates seek degrees and a special dispensation is requested. The Texas inspector general weighs granting the dispensation as the reunion aims to proceed with degrees for many soldiers and civilians, with night ceremonies and potential extra shrine events if numbers permit.
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Texas
Jess Nob
PD. Dathiv
Levan Cerelery
Atenfay
Service flag to be presented at Main Avenue High School
The Event Neachers Association of the ich Schools hosts a service flag presentation at Main Avenue High School on Thursday. Principal Johnston of Brachenriese High and Jarent-Tenchars Association president McCampbell organize invitations for former teachers and students with addresses.
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Main Avenue High School
Avterview
Selisay Uy
Ich
Ywelewk Thureday
Autarnooh
Pelrinty
Ubu
Denta
Gorview
My BE. Johnston
Brachenriese High School
J. Boyd McCampbell
Jarent-Tenchars Association
Harles
Efos
Wengell Price
Doin Diller
Benja Min Durga
William Lae
Minddin Mul
Howry Tee
Robert M. Pehl
Drake Lucky
Prank Tilerdale
Robert Kile
Kylvnn Lute
Metin Kater
Hubert Lerez
Ied Pures
Tutfus
Horelay
Herbert Daugheris
Trani Dangkorny
Marets Goodriuh
Garrail Wheeler
Tatswonvingon
Ney Aranks
Henry Radley
Witte Mobakien
Sam Mevadden
Iav Wirkland
Ovi McGowan
Novi Gleam
Mike Ireling
Waorsalue
Clayton Raking
Textie Dare Dau
John James
JoanneMaugh
Amumaon — Veler
Osan Powel
Khiyies Steele
Edward Hogara
Sahniets
Jack Coffoy
Phil Seatiett
At- Inet Wooltige
Fred Terrant
Ordnance delay framed to save soldiers lives
Washington reports indicate delays in ordnance were calculated to protect soldiers. Army and ordnance experts, including Winchester representatives, discussed before President Wilson as they explained the purpose was to advance improved weapons while experiments and manufacturing improvements continued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Mange
Wilson
Ara
Thichsus
Winchester
New Thaven
Army
Phiel
Factory Runs Trials On 50 Shot Experiments
Report describes tests at a factory where workers attempted 50 shots using 40 to 18 bit configurations. Officials claim results show near perfect quality in some trials and emphasize interchangeable parts across firms. Critics cite concerns over cost and process control during contract phase.
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Jereers
Cane Gem -World
Muse
Menecqinir F
Hos
Miles
Thiel
Artics of the Way Department
Urges investigation into high price of cane seed dimilonea
The San Antonio Chamber of Commerce agricultural committee urges action on the high price and scarcity of fed top cane seed dimilonea. Dealers have bought most of the supply, price at 1 to 2 dollars a pound, with profits near 200 a car. Bulletin urged farmers to plant corn and maize instead, noting cane seed shortages and urging immediate guidance.
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Agricultural Committee
The
San Antonio
Utis
Ras ' Nd
Werliz
Ravlaz
Unclear Personal Mentions From City Listings
Fragmented OCR notes list numerous names and places including Chicago Glenwock Miales Lanier New York Bonu Gunter LanierSt Anthony and more with scattered affiliations. The item anticipates social or business connections but provides no cohesive event or outcome.
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Yan Ot Chkind Hjyllven
Chicago
Stupring
Dow
Glenwck
The
Lanier
J Pi Amie
New York
Bonu
N. Jiptioy UK
Tuition
Anthony
George Wo
Dalleia
Stonding
Tie Lanier
Doucet Savage
Ava Minglee
Widline Jowon Jr
St. Iuly
Hue
St Anon
Antrow Ot
Marden
Franka Oita
Tie Lanter
Tin Meurer
Chienao
Aaron Warren
Mercator Tx
the Menger
Mothers of Texas Prepare for Health and Comfort
An old newspaper snippet discusses women’s health during life stages and touts De Dierce’s Favorite Remedy. It references Mirny won Texak testimony and a testimonial by Mis dulla Stinson from Fort Worth. The ad promotes a digestive tonic available via mail order with 60 cent tablets and trial offers.
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Fort Worth
de Dierce
Wiee
Mos
Linxle Everson
Gould Avenue
Ponsa
de Vo
Pierce
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Pyramid Dog Company
Hulldingte Marshall
Sizie
Ue National Army
Gimparatis
W. H L. Johnston
Callan
Trsin
Siore Low
Dobrainine
Esani
von Oklahems
Vesnaeneart
RED Cross
Sanitary Soda Fountain
Acme Cigar CO
East Houston
Phil
Wantzloeben,rudic, Wantzloeben, —Propriftors
F. Opper
Halor
Geetieean
Seffens al
San Antonia
Wille
Damone Arenertra
Thane
Moate
Mer
J. Ak Tadd
Maison
Wylatertal Union Camautten
Tin Fromm Tigh Pricen
Fehan Jewelry
Mala Ave
lAdw
Irda
Hewarhyld Burnthares Mids
Jaraf Street
Minpyrary Guarters
Kuty Furniture Store
Ady
En Delbechaaly Halide Kivesk
Vermiann Sans’ Mixed Churtry
Hermann Sona Mall
Biturny
Adwmiggion
Noidier Criene
Nonsumers Supply Co
Garden St. Phane
Myrtic
the Conquirer's Supply Co
Fred Cohen
Alayio Bt
Peng, Muradin
Athie
van Strapgers
Dia- Wands
Omzennell Voaty Uo
Houston St
Ariv
Minlowel
Chitty
Kelty
Uhitly
G. ¥. Queckentush
Travis
Crewionl
Macdoris
Diol Bros. Crunk Factory
Commerce
Tate
Ota
Turehoek
Fumior
Young Men's Cristie Association
Hell
Tuney Palmer
San Anvelo WI
Blaze
Plano
Cuticura
Touchra
Pleusis Levis Andirages
Grand
Tieroh
Urges Milo OR
Kaffir
Committee Charnel
Mothers of Texas
Houston
Dieren
Southern Pacific Lines
California
Pacific Coast
Sumeet Limited
America
Ark the Agh
East Houston Streat Gunter Hotel Corner
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