Minstrel in France reveals a front line battery life and horror
A Scottish author recalls Canadian gunners near Vimy Ridge, detailing heat and grime of a camouflage workshop, the brutal sights of war, and the stark contrast of grim determination with dark humor among soldiers and observers. The piece connects battlefield realities with a Glasgow baker’s tale and wartime resilience.
Two Policemen Face Charges By City Police Board
Complaints filed against two officers allege Jorge W. Carlson absented himself from duty without leave on May 6 after a vacation request was denied. Carlson failed to report for duty at the end of leave and faces discharge. Also named is Policeman Sage, described as John Doe Sage, accused of causing a disturbance in a shoe store with Samuel L. Blow while intoxicated.
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