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Laura E. Birkhead letter to Isabelle Stark - November 21, 1918

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Title Laura E. Birkhead letter to Isabelle Stark - November 21, 1918
Creator Birkhead, Laura E.
Source Birkhead, Laura E. Letter to Isabelle Stark. 21 November 1918. Birkhead, Laura E., Papers, 1917-1920. C1707. The State Historical Society of Missouri, Columbia, MO.
Description During World War I, Laura Birkhead was involved with refugee work and providing clothing for children in France and Belgium. In this November 21, 1918, letter to Isabelle Stark of Neosho, Missouri, Birkhead wrote of the Armistice and discussed ways in which Isabelle could contribute to the war effort by supporting her organization. Birkhead also described her experiences in post-war France.
Subject LCSH Rationing; World War, 1914-1918--War work--Red Cross; World War, 1914-1918--War work--Women; World War, 1914-1918, Refugees; World War, 1914-1918, France; World War, 1914-1918, Civilian Relief; World War, 1914-1918, Children; Refugees--Belgium; Refugee
Subject Local WWI; World War I
Site Accession Number C1707
Contributing Institution The State Historical Society of Missouri
Copy Request Transmission or reproduction of items on these pages beyond that allowed by fair use requires the written permission of the State Historical Society of Missouri: 1020 Lowry Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65201-7298. (573) 882-7083.
Rights The text and images contained in this collection are intended for research and educational use only. Duplication of any of these images for commercial use without express written consent is expressly prohibited.
Date Original November 21, 1918
Language English

Laura E. Birkhead letter to Isabelle Stark - November 21, 1918

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