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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1918
Page
6
The account recalls the nine months since joining the Royal Flying Corps culminating in a royal audience. Leftenant O'Brien details wartime service in Neuilly and the care of wounded, the treat of capture, and the king’s cordial reception and guidance for future duties.
Lt. Pat O'Brien recounts his December visit to Buckingham Palace. He describes a long, cordial audience with King George V, the respectful reception by Cromer and other officials, and the king's keen interest in his wartime escape. The meeting lasts fifty-two minutes, revealing a democratic royal tone and mutual respect.
The narrative recalls a wartime escape and homecoming. After survival through captivity in Germany, Lieut. Louis Grand returns to London amid banquets and a telegram reporting his safe return. He then journeys to Momence Illinois, reuniting with old memories and a fellow RC pilot. The tale ends with a reflective note on the dreamlike voyage and a final sign off.
Secretary Daniels announced a draft mobilization plan detailing navy needs of 15,000 monthly and marine corps 5,000 monthly for four months then 1,500 thereafter. Recruits will come from the draft run, with mobilization centers and recruiting offices to process applications. Navy centers include New Orleans, Oklahoma City, and St. Louis, covering several states.
The French class for the draft age men led by Prof. R G Sears at the Normal shows rapid progress. In a week they can hold a connected conversation and expect to read French newspapers in under 30 days. Over 125 Ada residents are studying the language.
President Wilson proclaims October 13 as Liberty Day inviting all citizens to celebrate the 426th anniversary of America’s discovery and to spur a generous response to the Fourth Liberty Loan.
James R. Mann Jr., son of the Illinois congressman and GOP House leader, fatally shoots himself in Chicago amid tuberculosis illness aged twenty eight. The report notes a note to his mother saying he did not expect to live long.
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