French Flyer Fonck Shatters Air War Records
Lieutenant Rene Fonck, famed French ace, claimed six German planes in a single day on May 8 during three aerial battles near Montdidier. He reportedly downed at least 42 official targets, with some estimates placing 60. his first fight lasted 90 seconds with 22 shots. He later earned an officer’s rank in the Legion of Honor amid other wartime feats and was praised for mastery of the Spad equipped with rapid-fire guns.
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Fonch
Moreiul- Montdidier
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Pfalz
Legion of Honor
Eures
Montani Semper Liberi War Savings Pledge urged for WV
In a 1918 wartime appeal War Savings Director Robert L. Arower urges West Virginia residents to pledge to buy 28 009 000 dollars in War Savings Stamps on June 28 1918. He links the pledge to saving resources for victory and democracy and to supporting the troops overseas. The message emphasizes patriotism and economic sacrifice at home.
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West Virginia
Robert L. Arower
War Savings
War Savings Stamp Week Urged for Postal Staff
Postmaster General urges all postal employees to observe War Savings Stamp Week from June 1 to 28 and cooperate with the Treasury Secretary in the thrift drive. He emphasizes patriotic duty, notes past strong response to Liberty loans, and calls reports on sales to the Third Assistant Postmaster General. Local Warfarings Committee forms the Fairfield Cedar Society with 44 pledged dollars and aims for 158 members.
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Secretary of the Treasury
United States
Liberty Loans
Red Cross
National Treasury
Portal
Postal Service
Telegram From Senator Sutherland Urges Interwar Campaign
A telegram to Director Archer from U S Senator Howard Sutherland expresses deep interest in the inter warfare campaign leading to National War Service Day on June 28. The message urges all workers to ensure success and prevent any West Virginia citizen or enlistee from missing the national movement.
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Archer Fom
United States
Howard Sutherland
West Virginia
War Savings Day urges support for troops and war bonds
A wartime civic appeal calls on stay at home citizens to back soldiers by buying war savings stamps. It urges pledging before June 28 to demonstrate appreciation for those who sacrifice health and future for the country and to fund labor and materials needed for the war effort.
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Army
Navy
Thrift Stamps Warned as War Aid and Duty
Wartime message urges West Virginians to buy War Savings Stamps as both a war tool and peace measure. It ties thrift to victory, warns against failure, and emphasizes duty for soldiers and civilians alike in supporting world liberty through patriotic purchases. It calls for every loyal citizen to participate in the War Savings campaign.
Huntington Near Goal in War Savings Drive Progress
Huntington with Col WE Dam F. Hite leading a spectacular drive nears the pledged milestone in the National War Savings Drive. It is anticipated she will surpass the mark in pledges before the campaign ends.
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Huntington
Col WE Dam F. Hite
National War Savings
Sugar and health dangers of excess intake in early 20th century diet
The article warns that sugar in all forms can be addictive and harmful when consumed in excess. It explains how starch becomes sugar during digestion, notes sugar’s quick energy but risks like malnutrition in children, obesity, and potential diabetes. It also links sugar overuse to tea, coffee use and unhealthy weight gain amid wartime messages.
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Childien
Button Shoes For The Backless Choice
A shopper asks for two pairs of button shoes. The clerk replies that any style will do as long as they do not fasten at the back. The exchange reflects practicality over fashion in a period dressing context.
West Virginia Mothers Urged to Prepare for Trouble
Fragmented reader letters praise medical products and tonics as cures for women’s ailments. The missives from Hester, W Va and nearby towns claim dramatic health improvements after using tonics and medicines, with testimonials from individuals at addresses like 7 W Chapline Street and 1738 Arcata supporting the claims.
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Medicinte
Wuertiso
Arel
Basid
G. H.asbeee
Hestiveros
W. Va
de. Pierce
Partheran
Gaiden
Titsene
A.V. Soctey
Arcata
Shortage of Victrolas Hits Dealers Nationwide
The government and Victrola dealers report widespread difficulty in obtaining Victrolas. Retailers say deliveries are delayed and supply remains tight, with many unable to fulfill customer orders in a timely manner.
Miller's Pharmacy Ad Offers Liver Tonic Remedy
An old advertisement promotes a tonic for bilious feeling after meals. It mentions heavy after dinner, bitter taste, sallow complexion, and waking liver issues. The text notes a product called Dean's fortilious attacks, 30c at all mores.
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Dean
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