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Newspaper
Benson Signal
Location
Benson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1918
Page
14
The narrator describes field conditions as he learns a stubborn lesson about cleaning a dixie and surviving mud filled meals. He watches a seasoned soldier scour the vessel with mud and water, then returns with tea and a sense of relief after a long day of chores.
In a muddy billet a lance corporal and private draw next day rations from the quartermaster. Seventeen Bermuda onions, six loaves of bread, three tins of jam, cheese, butter, and bully beef fill the improvised table as a tense crowd of 19 watches.
The account follows Tommy in the front line relying on government bully beef biscuits and iron rations when under fire. It describes the front trench logistics with a quartermaster sergeant, the feast like trench pudding, and the Lonely Soldier column prompting care from English women who send parcels and letters.
In his forthcoming installment Empey reflects on mortality as a comrade falls beside him in the trenches. He recounts the sudden shock and the ever-present danger of war.
A vintage ad promotes lemon juice mixed with orchard white to create a facial lotion for whitening skin. It promises removal of freckles, tan, sallowness, redness, and roughness and claims a fragrant, creamy lotion is harmless and effective for face, neck, arms, and hands.
Sir Auckland Geddes recounts a row with an interfering saloon loafer who clashes with a Canadian soldier bearing the initials C. E. The soldier, face set in wrath, grips the civilian by the scruff of the neck and seems ready to thrash him before a belated constable arrives to intervene and question the dispute.
An advertisement extols Boschee's German Syrup as a preferred cough remedy over ordinary products. It claims fifty one years of nationwide use for coughs bronchitis and lung troubles, promising restful nights and easy morning expectoration. The note highlights American manufacturing and long selling history.
A light exchange plays on seasonality as one asks what causes unease and the reply cites winter underwear, a humorous take on lingering cold. The quip reflects playful banter about spring arriving while temperatures linger.
Advice ad promises to remove freckles using ethine double strength applied nightly and morning. Claims even the worst freckles fade, lighter spots vanish, and a clear complexion results with most needing one ounce. Offers money back guarantee if no removal.
The novice and his veteran companion share a humorous exchange about Abraham Lincoln. Bill reflects on Lincoln saying a man's legs should be just long enough to reach the ground, prompting a lighthearted moment during their flight.
Ten Negroes from Dallas Texas waited for a medical checkup and discussed World War plans. Five sought to go to France and sail the ocean blue. One refused to fight, saying he was out of practice. The tenth vowed to fight if sent to France and any German interfered.
An old advertisement extols Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a kidney liver and bladder medicine that strengthens organs and aids natural function. It claims wide drudgist support and urges readers to test a sample by sending ten cents to Dr Kilmer Co Binghamton NY while noting pleasant song of birds in the background.
A 1913 analysis urges dog-proof fencing and stricter laws to curb sheep-killing dogs. US Department of Agriculture specialists warn dogs destroy thousands of sheep annually. the industry faces millions in losses and farmers hesitate to enter sheep farming.
The forest service proposes a dog and coyote proof fence with posts seven feet high set twenty four feet deep and sixteen feet apart. A flat barbed wire keeps intruders at ground level with a total height of fifty seven inches and multiple barbed wires at successive heights. Farmers may enclose a small area and coop flocks nightly to avoid full fencing.
In the article a panel of federal specialists outlines the need for uniform dog control laws across states and presents a suggested model bill for state legislation. They emphasize consistent penalties licensing standards and enforcement to improve animal welfare and public safety.
Crop reporters across 36 states estimated potential sheep increases of about 34 million if stock were not displaced. Of 1,411 responses on profitability, 887 said yes. 894 on causes of limits showed 531 cited dogs as a hindrance.
An editorial argues that sheep killing by dogs harms the industry and harms the breed as a whole. It urges imposing taxes on dogs to reduce excess animals and discourage keepers unable to prevent predation.
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