The Scandia Journal Advertises Its Details
The Scandia Journal of Scandia Kansas lists mailing details and price. Publisher is J W Plotnier and Son. Annual subscription is 1.25 dollars.
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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1918
Page
2
The Scandia Journal of Scandia Kansas lists mailing details and price. Publisher is J W Plotnier and Son. Annual subscription is 1.25 dollars.
Letters describe Americans at Verdun drives and battles across France in 1918. Messengers mention shelling, gas, rail traffic, field kitchens, and hopes for Christmas victory. Letters from Ned, Andrew, and others outline front hardships and family updates.
A personal note from Abe describes a lively night, mentions a strong French wine, and notes plans to help plant corn after Christmas. He sends Christmas greetings and signs off with affection, saying he may be back later. The tone is warm and hopeful for reunion.
Soldier recounts a night detail near a camouflage road when a gas shell burst close by causing burns and a wet, smoky scene. He notes hospital transfer on October 2, recovery of eyes and burns, and doubts return to the front this winter while his division takes a new position.
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