Empey Relives Frontline Gas Attack and M P Intelligence Run
The narrative covers Arthur Guy Empey, an American who joins the British Army, faces gas attacks in trench warfare, and endures frontline danger. He and fellow soldier Atwell are selected for front line intelligence work, endure a nerve wracking ambulance ride through shelling, and survive a chaotic escape.
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Arthur Guy Empey
Jersey City
England
London
France
Empey
No Man’s Land
Empey Recounts Firing Squad Duty in Next Installment
In the forthcoming installment Empey describes his role on the firing squad. The narrative promises a vivid account of duty under military orders and the emotional weight of carrying out execution.
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Empey
Birds as family in Hyde Park feeding ritual
A London winter observation notes Hyde Park bird feeders, mostly humble in means, deriving joy from keeping birds fed. A daily couple shares affection for the birds as if they were family, claiming the birds recognize them and fear absence.
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London
Hyde Park
Swedish Engineer's Device Doubles Peat Power Output
A Swedish engineer demonstrates a stoking device that converts 1.3 tons of pulverized peat into enough power for locomotives to match the output of one ton of coal.
Prices for Metals and Goods in Major Markets
New York markets show lead at 8.00 8.06, copper 25.62 and silver 99. Copper and other metal prices vary by grade and locale. Sugar in New York listed centrifugal 6.055 and fine granulated 7.50. Coffee futures in New York Rio No. 7 at 8.5c range. July 8.08c and October 8.31c. Chicago live stock quotes include hogs and cattle across several price ranges with new yard records for cattle. Butter eggs potatoes and poultry values given for several regional markets including Kentucky Rose and Louisiana white. Kansas City reports butter 41c and eggs firsts 37c.
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O. B
Denver
F. O
F. O. Enver
Lima
Colo
New York
C. St. Louis
London
Boulder
Chicago
Kentucky
Louisiana
Mississippi
Illinois
Stage Woman War Relief Seeks Leather for Aviator Vests
The Stage Woman's War Relief operates a large charity with many branches and a wind-proof vest project for aviators and other soldiers. Volunteers collect old gloves and leather to craft warm vests, using a bright loft with electric sewing machines and patterns. Contributions from schools stores and cleaners are welcomed to bolster supplies.
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Stage Woman’s War Relief
Red Cross
West Thirty-fourth Street
New York
The Girdle as a Fashion Rejuvenator
The article notes that a girdle can elevate a simple outfit with modern touches such as a left side turn and silk fringe. It emphasizes that accessories like veils neckpieces and girdles can refresh last year's frocks and prove a woman's style authority.
Evening gowns fade as afternoon frocks take precedence
Evening gowns are nearly a lost art as few women buy them. Instead, women wear lace net or point d esprit frocks with satin and soft chiffons in beige, navy, black, mauve and gray. The chiffons suit both afternoon and evening occasions, especially for older women.
Corsets Foundation of Good Dressing
The article explains modern corset design to fit every figure, balancing comfort with shaping. It describes lightweight, flexible materials, minimal bones, and low busts to free the diaphragm, with front and back laced styles for slender to stout figures. Proper fitting is essential to preserve flattering lines.
Length of Blouses and Fashion Trends
The piece notes blouses extending halfway between waist and knees are in fashion while waist length styles fade. It describes fabrics such as colored chiffon linen albatross silk wool jersey and corded silks and mentions sleeveless versions worn under coats.
Fashion Notes on Neckline Styles for Dinner Dresses
The article describes necklines in dinner dresses: a low cut slip with an over dress of lace or tulle that has a higher neck and long sleeves. It also mentions a gown style that is very high at the back and low in front.
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Tommy
Fritz
No Man’s Land
No. 2
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Man’s Land
Yank
Division
Atwell
M. P
Marne
Aisne
Neuve Chapelle
Western Newspaper Union News Service
Denver Market
Cere Ees Esee
Bu Wine
Vatican
Colorado
Uland
Nebraska
Prairie Hay
South Park
Gunnison Va
Rio No. 7
Kansas City
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