Proclamation aux habitants de la Ville de Rouen

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A patriotic message announcing that the city of Rouen will hold a celebration to recognize the entry of the United States in the war as an ally. Citizens are encouraged to display the flags of France and the United States together on July 4th.,Fait en l'Hôtel-de-Ville, le 29 Juin 1917 Le Premier Adjoint, faisant fonctions de Maire, Morel.,At top of poster: République Franc̦aise -- Mairie de Rouen.,Translation of title: Proclamation to the inhabitants of the city of Rouen.,MU: Poster mounted on canvas. Stamped on back: University of Missouri Library, Oct. 30, 1947.

Air raids

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[543], Wt. 9854-34 G. H.,Text: In the event of a raid alarm by Maroon the Head Messenger should immediately blow his whistle and then proceed to close the hall door and unlock the exits in the basement. He should remain on duty in the front hall and endeavour to prevent any member of the staff leaving the building whilst the raid is in progress.,MU: Broadside is encapsulated.,Broadside giving instructions for to be taken following a Maroon alarm. A maroon is an exploding firework that creates a loud bang to act as a signal or warning. In the First World War, they were used in London to warn of imminent air raids. (Book Drum web site notes on Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier.)

Soyez patients soyez obstinés [graphic] la leçon du front / [Prouvé, Victor Emile]

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Drawing of French soldiers at the front and of civilians in their town streets. Text reminds civilians to be patient and obstinate, as Général Pétain had urged the troops to be. Includes quote from General Petain.,Translation of title: Be patient, be determined.,Signed: V. Prouve, 1918.,MU: Poster mounted on canvas and encapsulated. Stamped on back: University of Missouri Library, Oct. 30, 1947.