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Poster, c. 1917

 File — Folder: 1

Scope and Content

From the Collection:

This collection contains a poster from World War I recruiting bakers and cooks. It likely dates from around 1917 from New York City. The poster includes the note "Wanted 500 Bakers for the U.S. Army also 100 Cooks. A Baker Co. consists of 61 Men so you and your pals can join the same Unit. Bakers pay $33.00 to $45.00 per month Cooks $38.00 per month."

Dates

  • c. 1917

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

The materials in the collection are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 1.0 Cubic Feet (1 folder)

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech Repository

Contact:
Special Collections and University Archives, University Libraries (0434)
560 Drillfield Drive
Newman Library, Virginia Tech
Blacksburg Virginia 24061 US
540-231-6308