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Chairman of Iowa Council of National Defense, Lafayette Young, writes to the Librarian, moreover librarians across the state of Iowa, requesting books from pro-German sources be removed from the public supply and reported back to the council.

John C. Orth, president of The German-American Patriotic Association, writes to H.J. Metcalf about his plans for a mass meeting in Buffalo Center Iowa to discuss why America is in the War and German Kulture and War Practices, and in request to help…

Th. Storck and Sherwood A. Celous write a joint letter to H.J. Metcalf concerning the councils continued work on discontinuing the use of the German language in schools and churches. They speak of their own towns dealings with German

Sullivan explains his expertise and accolades in an effort to sell his services and aid to Metcalf.

Harding explains to Metcalf his reason of resignation, pertaining to being called into active duty

Complaint letter addressed to the chairman of the county council in regards to Private schools being taught strictly in German.

Letter addressed to Metcalf explaining how German Americans residing in Onawa have been more involved in the war movement. And how they have taken the American standpoint in regards to war.

Letter sent to Metcalf, stating membership fees and role the association has.

Letter addressing an educational campaign aimed towards providing patriotic literature in order to mobilize Minnesotan families in the war effort.

Letter with information regarding enlisted soldiers and given information.