This is the WW1 draft registration card for William Alexander Obteshka (exempt because he was not a US citizen).
- This document was apparently filled out on 5 Jun 1917.
- William Street claims that he was born 3 Jul 1889.
- His age at the time of registration was 28 years.
- He claims to be a Russian citizen, born in Minsk, Russia.
- He claims that his occupation was that of “Stationery Fireman” for W.O.W. Buildingin Omaha, Nebraska.
- he lists a wife and two small children as dependents.
- He was identified as being of medium height, medium build, with gray eyes and light brown hair.
- He lists his address as being 1415 South 13th Street in Omaha, Nebraska.
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