Walker letter aboard ship from Camp Upton to France
A WWI letter from Richard O. Walker of Company I 112th Regiment describes the voyage from Upton to England aboard a troop ship. He notes sea conditions food and bunk issues, rafts in place of life boats, target gun practice, limited reading material, a bar aboard, and arrival in England with a possible move to France soon. He mentions convoy expectations and the ship’s roll and weather en route to France.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. E. Walker
Richard O. Walker
Company I
Camp Upton
112Th Regiment
England
France
Whig
Warren
Company 1
Atlantic
Moner
Fort
Great Lakes
Sealice
Nervous Children Warned of St Vitus Dance Prevention
Article advises monitoring anxious children for early signs of St Vitus dance and using alcohol and opiate free tonics. Recommends Dr Williams Pink Pills to strengthen mood and nerves, noting stable pricing and availability from druggists or direct order. Booklet on nervous disorders offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams Medicine Co
Schenectady
N. J
Remarkable 20th Century Liniment for Rheumatic Pain
An advertisement touts a new pain killer and rheumatic remedy named 20th Century Liniment. It promises instant relief for rheumatism, lumbago, neuraglia, backache and sprains. It urges direct application from the bottle and claims rapid soothing effects for tired feet. Newell's Pharmacy stock is noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newell’s Pharmacy
Y W C A Plans Budget Drive For The Year
The Warren Y W C A launches its Finance Campaign June 11 to 13 to support the association for the coming year. Residents have shown strong fundraising ability, with a recent war relief fund near $7000. The goal is 4000 dollars including annual subscriptions, despite wartime costs. The building shortage has clubs meeting in schools churches and homes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caroline Jones
East Central
Warren
British Soldier Describes Confiscated German Homes
A wartime letter notes that many local houses are fine residences once owned by Germans before the war and confiscated. The writer promises to verify details before reporting real news, ending with affectionate regards.
Moon in the well tale and heart health note
The story recounts Nasr Eddin Hodin returning the moon to the sky as told by Mrs Hea ter Ranaldson Jenkins. It also notes a Philadelphia Public Ledger figure estimating the heart pumps 70 gallons per hour and 1,205,000 per year with advice for exercise and diet. The Times in Warren County prints its daily circulation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heater Ranaldson Jenkins
Nasr Eddin Hodin
Hanum
Tox
Joseph Jackson
Philadephia Public Ledger
Maximum Prices for Leading Grocers Products in Warren County
Retailers pay 11.20 to 11.60 and 12.75 to 15.00 per barrel for leading goods in Warren County. A special notice on flour states grocers pay freight and drayage and may add it to cost but cannot sell a half sack for more than 15 cents net profit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren County
Ficaaia
nEeevice Department
Mothers' War Time Letter From France Home
Charles L. Bryan of Company A and Company A T Battalion 20th Engineers writes to his mother from a French village during World War I. He describes camp life, local stores, marking trees for cutting, and the growing presence of a YMCA tent with moving pictures and a Victrola. He notes language challenges and ends with a wave of affection to home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G la Bryan
Charles
Co. A
20Th Engineers
France
New York
Charles L. Bryan
Estate of Katherine Figher notice to heirs and creditors
Administration notice for the Estate of Katherine Figher late of Warren Borough Warren County Pa. John Fisher executor directs all debts to be paid and invites claims to be presented properly authenticated for settlement. Attorney F L Hampson dated May 7 1 8 22 June 5 12 lines provide filing details.
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Katherine Figher
Boroush
Warren
Warren County
John Fisher
F. L. Hampson
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Johnson
Clothier Liberty Street
Gibson & Wilson
Penna Ave. E. Beth Phomes
Crescent Floral Gardens
Phoenix
Company
Warren’s Clothing Company
Warren, Pa
John G. Wagner
Fean
N Ave
East
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Nia
Fodja
the Times
Buffalo
Detroit
Opie
Ceuta
AERTS
Liae
Oledo
Oats Addres
L. Giaroute Pavis
Toaki
Michigan
Svelan
Rechts
ATIO
The
Warren Times
I. Pulverman
Pheac
Carver House
James Foley
Carver House Bell
United States
Hequebors
Berson
Jacob Keller
Jacob Kelle
Chas.ir
Bell Telephone Jobn
OREAM
Mer Warren
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