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Newspaper
Warren Evening Times
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1918
Page
3
War savings stamps urged as essential to support Allied efforts in World War I. Citizens urged to economize, forego purchases, and lend money to the government to fund military needs and reduce the drain on national resources. Emphasis on engaging children and fostering thrift through compact organization and community support.
The piece urges teachers to turn rural schools into thrift centers focusing on war savings stamps. It lauds Pennsylvania National Guardsmen in Augusta and cites Confederate veterans praising their service, stressing unity over sectionalism. It also endorses Hon. E H Reshlin and ally Beshlin for prohibition aligned reforms, urging voters to support consistent records over pledges.
A note invites readers to attend a circus this week and tonight's School Board and City Council sessions. It recalls Lusitania sinking a year ago and hints at timing between liberty loan drives and Red Cross efforts, urging patriotic contributions to the next cause starting in two weeks.
The Leader, Pittsburghs evening Republican paper, condemns State Senator William C. Sproul for campaigning for dry support while visiting East End saloon Franktown and West End Marine Club Esplen booze and gambling spots. It notes liquor was served during his speech and cites his morgue visit as ominous symbolism for critics.
A young man invites Miss Pinkerly to the theater as war-time restrictions loom. She wonders if her mother will allow, noting she prohibits going with non-engaged gentlemen. A side quip contrasts paying income tax with heroism, pondering which feels more like an inner victory.
April Red Cross activity shows growing army and navy support with Town Work and Branch Work totals for sweaters socks hats wristlets scarves squares blankets and bed socks. The yarn room is run by a capable committee led by Mrs Slater and others while actors and studios back the drive with shows and a Spirit of the Red Cross film. The Navy Department Auxiliary reports 1016 registrations and 1210 items made, plus rapid sock production.
A Philadelphia North American correspondent reports in Lancaster that Senator Sproul and Judge Eugene Bonniwell appeared together as gubernatorial hopefuls. Bonniwell, a Philadelphia judge and firefighter with a controversial record, faces skeptical old fashioned Democrats who demand scrutiny over his Philly ties and platform.
At Camp Lee near Petersburg Virginia orders set Sunday target practice and anti gas instruction for the 150th Division beginning May 5. The range, the largest in the world, will operate 6 am to 7 pm with a noon to 1 pm break. Maj. Gen. Charles Farnsworth commands alongside Brig. Gen. George B. Jameson and Brig. Gen. Ora Hunt. Farnsworth, from Pittsburg, once telegraphed for Western Union before West Point. Gen. Hunt leads the 320th Infantry. Gen. Jamerson heads the 317th Virginia unit. Hunt is from California. Jamerson from Martinsville. A Pittsburg selective recently arrived attempted suicide with a penknife. he survived at the base hospital. The man’s name was not released.
Judge and Widow Lookabout discuss the enlistment surge as soldiers converge, triggering a shift from mourning to duty. The scene notes Colonel Grimbattle and townspeople reacting to the patriotic call to join the colors. The dialogue hints at camaraderie and the emotional stakes of war.
A traditional method from the United States Department of Agriculture advises boiling unpeeled potatoes in salted water for twenty to thirty minutes. Drain immediately, avoid overcooking to prevent pieces, and do not soak in water after cooking.
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