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The image features a form titled "The Commonwealth of Massachusetts: Application for State Aid under Chapter 314, General Acts of 1916". It appears to be an official document used by Massachusetts residents to apply for state aid related to military service, specifically for dependents of soldiers or sailors.

The form includes numerous blank fields for input, such as:

• Personal details regarding the applicant, their relationship to the service member, and their circumstances.
• Information about the service member, such as age, residence, military unit, enlistment details, and discharge information.
• Dependents' names and birth dates, as well as a declaration of not receiving aid from other sources.

There is a section for official certification by a Justice of the Peace and a disclaimer directing applicants to the back for additional instructions. On the left side, the form contains preprinted text specific to filing requirements, including eligibility criteria and restrictions.

The background is gray, and the form itself is pale pink/beige. The heading "American Agencies for War Relief - Civilian Relief - Investigation and Record Blanks" is affixed at the top of the image. Overall, the document emphasizes aid dispersal during wartime, especially during the World War I era (1916).

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-14

The image features a document mounted on a gray background. The document is titled "The Commonwealth of Massachusetts" and appears to be an application form for state aid under Chapter 314, General Acts of 1916. It is intended for civilian relief through "American Agencies for War Relief." The form is addressed "To the Mayor and Aldermen or Selectmen of" and has fields to certify details about the applicant or their relationship to someone who served in the Army or Navy of the United States.

The form includes blanks for personal details such as age, residence, service location, dates of service, and discharge status. It also has sections for dependents, particularly focusing on the widow, family members, or relatives of service personnel. There is a section for additional notes and an area for a justice of the peace to confirm the applicant's sworn statement.

On the right, there is another smaller section providing information about eligibility for applying for aid, specifying categories of people such as "The wife (while her husband is in the service), the widow," and other family members. The document sets limitations on the amount of aid and specifies residency requirements. Overall, it is an official form related to war relief aid for Massachusetts residents affected by military service.

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The image shows a form titled "Application for State Aid under Chapter 314, General Acts of 1916" from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The form appears to be used for civilian relief during wartime, as indicated by the header "American Agencies for War Relief". The form contains fields for the applicant to provide details about their military service, dependents, and financial situation in order to apply for state aid. The form also includes instructions and eligibility criteria for the aid program.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-20

This image shows a historical document titled "The Commonwealth of Massachusetts - Application for State Aid under Chapter 314, General Acts of 1916." It appears to be a form for war relief, specifically for civilian relief and investigation purposes. The document is formatted as an application form with various blank spaces to be filled in by applicants. It includes sections for military service information, personal details, and declarations about dependents. At the bottom, there's a section for official verification and a note about eligibility requirements. The form appears to be printed on pink or salmon-colored paper against a gray background. This document was likely used to process aid requests from families of service members during World War I.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image presents a scanned document, specifically an application form for state aid under Chapter 314, General Acts of 1916, from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The document is divided into two sections, with the left side featuring the application form and the right side displaying a blank page.

Application Form (Left Side)

• Title: "The Commonwealth of Massachusetts"
• Subtitle: "Application for State Aid under Chapter 314, General Acts of 1916"
• Section 1: General Information
  • Name
  • Address
  • Date of birth
  • Age
  • Sex
  • Race
  • Occupation
  • Number of dependents
• Section 2: Military Service
  • Date of enlistment
  • Date of discharge
  • Branch of service
  • Rank
  • Length of service
• Section 3: Civilian Relief
  • Date of injury or illness
  • Nature of injury or illness
  • Duration of disability
  • Amount of aid requested
• Section 4: Certification
  • Signature of applicant
  • Date of signature

Blank Page (Right Side)

• Title: "The Commonwealth of Massachusetts"
• Subtitle: "Civilian Relief Investigation and Record Blanks"

Background

• The document is set against a light gray background, which provides a clean and neutral contrast to the text and layout of the application form.

Overall, the image presents a clear and organized application form for state aid, with a focus on gathering essential information about the applicant's military service and civilian relief needs.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image depicts a scanned document from the American Agencies for War Relief, specifically a Civilian Relief Investigation and Record Blanks form. The document is titled "Application for State Aid under Chapter 314, General Acts of 1916" and features two sections: one on the left with a heading that reads "The Commonwealth of Massachusetts" and another on the right with the same heading.

The left section contains a series of blank lines and spaces for filling in information, including the applicant's name, address, and details about their military service. The right section appears to be a continuation of the application form, with additional blank lines and spaces for providing further information.

At the top of the page, the title "American Agencies for War Relief" is displayed, followed by the subtitle "Civilian Relief Investigation and Record Blanks." The background of the document is a light gray color, with a subtle texture that suggests it may have been scanned from an original paper document. Overall, the image presents a historical document related to war relief efforts in Massachusetts during the early 20th century.

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The image shows a printed document titled "American Agencies for War Relief." The document has a blue background with white text. The title is centered at the top of the page, and there are two sections of text below it. The first section contains a list of names and dates, possibly related to military service or personnel records. The second section has instructions or guidelines, possibly related to the application process for war relief. The document appears to be a form or record blank used by American agencies during a wartime relief effort.

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The image is a document that is an application for State Aid under Chapter 314, General Acts of 1916. It is from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and is addressed to the Mayor and Aldermen or Selectmen of a city or town. The document is titled "Application for State Aid under Chapter 314, General Acts of 1916" and is intended for a person named Herbert Gerrish.

The application form is divided into several sections, each with specific instructions and fields to be filled out. The sections include:

1. Personal Information: This section requires details about the applicant, including their name, age, marital status, and whether they are a resident of Massachusetts.

2. Military Service: This section asks for details about the applicant's military service, including the branch of service, rank, and dates of service. It also inquires about any honorable discharge and whether the applicant is currently in service.

3. Dependents: This section is for listing dependents, including spouse, children, and other relatives who are dependent on the applicant. It requires details such as names, ages, and relationships.

4. Financial Information: This section asks about the applicant's financial situation, including whether they are receiving aid from any city or town and if they are in need of assistance.

5. Declaration: The final section is a declaration where the applicant swears under oath that the information provided is true and accurate. It includes a signature line for the applicant and a space for the Justice of the Peace to sign and date the document.

The document also includes notes and instructions for the applicant, emphasizing the importance of providing truthful information and the consequences of false statements. The application is to be presented to the Mayor and Aldermen or Selectmen of the city or town in which the applicant resides.

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The image displays two vintage documents titled "American Agencies for War Relief" and "Civilian Relief Investigation and Record Blanks" at the top, followed by "The Commonwealth of Massachusetts."

The first document is an application for State Aid under Chapter 314, General Acts of 1916. It begins with a certification section that requires detailed information about the applicant, their residence, and details about their service in the Army or Navy, including their company, regiment, and the date of enlistment and discharge. The form then includes a sworn statement attesting to the accuracy of the provided information and a section for children. There's a portion at the bottom for official verification of the application, including a space for a Justice of the Peace's signature.

The second document is not an application. Rather, it lists eligibility requirements, and informs of aid amounts. "Only the following classes are eligible to apply on this blank, via.:" It specifies that only the wife (while her husband is in service), the widow, or the father, mother, brother, and sister (when actually dependent) may be aided in necessitous circumstances. It also states that "In no case can more than $100 be paid to or for all the dependent relatives of any one soldier or sailor in any one month." Finally, it is noted that "Persons can draw State Aid under this law only from the city or town in which they actually reside."

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-13

The image shows two pages of a document. The document's title is "American Agencies for War Relief" and contains the sub-headings of "Civilian Relief" and "Investigation and Record Blanks".

The left page contains a form titled "The Commonwealth of Massachusetts" and is an "Application for State Aid under Chapter 314, General Acts of 1916". It appears to be a form to be filled out by individuals seeking state aid. The form has several blanks to be filled out with information about the applicant, including their age, address, details of their relationship to a servicemember, and their reason for needing aid.

The right page contains information about eligibility for the aid being applied for. It states the only people who are eligible to apply are the wife (while her husband is in the service), the widow, or the father, mother, brother, and sister when actually dependent and that no more than $100 may be paid for dependents.

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The image shows a document titled "The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Application for State Aid under Chapter 314, General Acts of 1916." This document appears to be a form used by American Agencies for War Relief, specifically for Civilian Relief Investigation and Record Blanks.

The form is divided into several sections:

1. Certification of Service:

   • The applicant must certify that they are a resident of a specific city or town and are currently residing there.
   • They must state their enlistment details, including the date and place of enlistment, the company, regiment, and branch of service.
   • They must confirm their honorable discharge from the U.S. Naval or Military service.

2. Official Certificates of Service:

   • The applicant must declare that they have lost their discharge papers and other official documents.
   • They must provide details of their service, including the dates and places of enlistment and discharge, and any wounds or injuries sustained.
   • They must state their current financial situation and any dependents they have.

3. Declaration:

   • The applicant must declare that all the information provided is true and correct.
   • They must sign and date the form in the presence of a witness.

4. Instructions:

   • The form includes instructions for the applicant, noting that only the blank spaces should be filled in.
   • It advises that the form should be signed in the presence of a witness if the applicant is unable to write.
   • It specifies that the form should be filled out completely and accurately.

The document is designed to gather detailed information about the applicant's military service and current circumstances to determine eligibility for state aid.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-11

This image shows a document titled "The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Application for State Aid under Chapter 314, General Acts of 1916." It appears to be a form for requesting state assistance for war relief, specifically for civilian relief. The form is divided into sections with fields for the applicant to fill in details about their military service, their status as a dependent, and their financial circumstances. Below the form, there is a section for the Justice of the Peace to certify the applicant's statement. The document also includes notes about eligibility and limitations, such as specifying that only certain classes of dependents (such as the wife, widow, father, mother, brother, or sister) may receive aid if they are in need. The form is part of a set of "Investigation and Record Blanks" used by American Agencies for War Relief. The form is on a light-colored background with a blue border, and it includes instructions for the applicant to sign at the bottom.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-11

This image shows a historical document titled "The Commonwealth of Massachusetts: Application for State Aid under Chapter 314, General Acts of 1916." The document is an application form intended for individuals seeking state aid based on their or their family's service in the United States military during a specific period, including service on the Mexican border and in the Naval service.

Key Features of the Document:

1. Title and Purpose:

   • The title clearly states it is for state aid under Chapter 314 of the General Acts of 1916.
   • The form is for civilian relief related to military service.

2. Recipient Information:

   • The application is addressed to the Mayor and Aldermen or Selectmen of a specific city or town in Massachusetts.
   • It requires certification of the applicant's details, including their age, residence, and military service.

3. Military Service Details:

   • The form requests information about military service, such as the branch of service (Army, Navy), the enlistment date, the unit (Company, Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteer), and the dates of service.
   • It also mentions service on the Mexican border and in the U.S. Navy on specific vessels.

4. Oath and Declaration:

   • The applicant must swear an oath regarding the truthfulness of the information provided.
   • The applicant must state their relationship to the service person (wife, widow, mother, father, brother, sister) and their dependency on the service person.

5. Children Information:

   • If applicable, the applicant can provide information about their children, including their names and birthdates.

6. Eligibility and Conditions:

   • The form specifies eligibility criteria, such as being in necessitous circumstances and not receiving aid from other sources.
   • It also mentions the maximum amount of aid that can be provided ($30 per month for all dependent relatives).

7. Legal Authentication:

   • The form requires a Justice of the Peace to verify the applicant's oath and sign the document.

8. Notes and Instructions:

   • There are notes at the bottom of the form, instructing the applicant to carefully read the notes on the back of the blank before signing.

Contextual Information:

• The document is part of a collection titled "American Agencies for War Relief: Civilian Relief Investigation and Record Blanks."
• It is labeled with a reference number "C Ch 174.1."

The document appears to be a formal, legal form used during a specific historical period for providing state aid to families affected by military service.