American Army in Europe Grows Amid World War I Optimism
Barre Daily Times reports growing American forces on European soil with estimates around 50,000 regulars landed, noting Allied morale rise in France after U S troops arrive. Editorials urge coop with military exemption boards in Washington County and praise for local officials.
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Varitoa
Washington County
Mesurs
George N. Tilden
Lewis C. Moody
John H. Woodruff
United States Troops in Europe Openly Ready for Battle
Washington keeps silent on troop movements but newspapers reveal that regular army contingents are landing in England and France. Americans prepare to fight alongside French and British forces as casualty lists merge with allies, while critics note lack of accountability in film industry funding and industry practices.
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France
United States
England
Washington
Europe
German Contempt for Us and Its Aftermath
Fragmentary text describes hostility toward the United States and rising tensions at the start of the year. It mentions expulsion by critics and the alignment of adversaries with the U S at the forefront, reflecting wartime sentiment and conflict.
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United States
The Co. C Benefit Letters to the Editor
The Times letters discuss a Company C benefit for World War I soldiers. Readers recount two performances of The Girl from and note tickets bought but not redeemed, as civilians bought seats to support the front line troops while some soldiers remained at home.
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von Blume
Germany
Jelass
Springfield Republican
Boye
Co. C
Remy
Irvin Cobb on Salaries Driving Film Talent Dramas
Irvin S. Cobb comments on current film industry trends claiming studios pay fabulous salaries to actors and directors to lure talent away, reflecting on the era’s star-driven market and production incentives.
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Irvin S. Cobb
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