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Newspaper
The Evening Caledonian
Location
Saint Johnsbury, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1918
Page
5
A fragmented historical note describes a Sunday school scene where a teacher offers to pay fare for girls, amid references to a broader political rule about slavery period reforms. The text mixes vivid speech with dated regulatory mentions and a May congress context.
Government meat policy expands hog and cattle output to avert a three billion pound fat shortfall. USDA reports show an 11,238,000 head rise in cattle and 12,441,009 hogs through January 1, with further expected increases. Production boosts aim to deliver at least 1.6 billion additional pounds of pork for 1918–19, while European demand and beef needs rise amid limited shipping capacity.
A rambling wartime reminiscence describes an airman’s close call during a top level balloon descent. He details the moment of collapse, the sudden drop, a parachute opening, and a rough but graceful landing amid trenches and scattered sheds with minor injuries and lingering shock.
The article recalls America’s commitment to aid the Allies as their lines faltered, noting plans to send food and enduring resolve. It emphasizes belief, steadfast support, and unity with servicemen on the road to victory.
A fragmented wartime letter extols public food saving and voluntary rationing. It credits citizens for supporting Allies, saving administration costs, and avoiding formal rationing while suggesting daily personal sacrifice benefited the country and the world during the war crisis.
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