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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1918
Page
8
The Fayette county drive for War Savings Stamps aims to raise 600000 by January 1919. Rules cap individual purchases at 1000 dollars while families can join in for each member, with a pledge drive and government meeting set for June 28 to boost the campaign.
Since April 15 Texas began a wheatless period and saved 14 8959 000 pounds of flour enough to feed the American army in France for one month and Texas forces for a year. Mills turned over 65 225 barrels 13 045 000 pounds to the government with additional 1 700 000 pounds from small merchants. Flour was diverted to Galveston and New Orleans and shipped to allied countries and American soldiers. Fat Bend county delivered 150 000 pounds to Camp Logan Houston for use before the Illinois Brigade sailed.
The announcement states that by July 1, 1918 fully one million American troops will be fighting front line in France, an average of about 66,000 men per month. The rapid mobilization is praised as unmatched in history, despite little prior preparation.
The article notes disappointment when a family physician is away during illness such as stomach pains colic and diarrhoea. It stresses prompt treatment and mentions keeping Chamberlains Colic and Diarrhoeal Remedy at hand to prevent fatal outcomes before a physician can be summoned.
Secretary Baker reports over 700,000 trained American soldiers in France with 9,000 landings daily and 27,000 monthly arrivals. By July 1 the Army in the battle area nears one million, signaling Germany that American forces will push the war toward an endpoint as the khaki flood continues. The piece notes German awareness of this influx and portrays U S strength as a dire threat to Wilhelm’s war aims.
Otto F. Kasten bought 600 acres of the Taylor Ranch from Wm. Green & Co. for 50 dollars per acre, about five miles southeast of town. Kasten already owns 220 acres nearby valued at 100 dollars per acre. Possession passes late fall and improvements are planned. Wm. Green of Shiner and H. Y. Houston of Floresville attended the closing.
In Shiner a gold Lavalier pin set with a blue stone is offered with a reward for return to the Gazette office. FOR SALE a Waterloo Boy Gasoline Engine 1 to 4 horsepower in good condition, or trade for a windmill. O. W. Miller.
Taken up in February a red yearling steer without a brand is in John Trbula’s pasture R 4 Shiner. Owner can reclaim by calling and paying charges.
One mile from Poth in Wilson County 87.8 acres with 58 acres in field includes a new house well and windmill. For sale cheap contact A. T. Hartwich Yoakum Texas. 89x2t.
Surgeon General Gorgas appeals to American nurses to enroll in the Army Nurse Corps via the Red Cross. The June third drive aims to recruit many nurses to support the country as Pershing's forces held Cantigny, proving the soldiers’ resolve and momentum.
Word from overseas reports a push to recruit 25 000 nurses for service overseas. Ferguson's Forum notes steps have been taken and expect little delay or trouble in obtaining the needed number.
James E. Ferguson appears on the nominating ticket for the July 27 primary with little protest from the state executive committee though many members doubt his eligibility to hold office. The Yorktown News notes the controversy while urging citizens to work and stay productive.
The Attorney General's ruling allows county Democratic executive committees to ban voters who did not back the ticket in the last general election. In DeWitt county this could cut turnout to about half. The paper notes Wilson’s prior share and criticizes party members voting against him as seeking Kaiser influence.
Liberty bonds have arrived and purchasers through this bank may call to obtain them. The First National Bank issues the notice and offers access to buyers.
Advice urges a regular habit of slow eating and thorough mastication to curb belching. If belching persists, take one Chamberlains Tablet immediately after supper.
The report notes 7,004,000 American troops already in France and describes transport units taking on additional tasks as forces advance toward Berlin.
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