Tilden and the all-time tennis stars story
A retrospective piece praises Big Bill Tilden as the greatest tennis figure, detailing his dominance at Forest Hills and Forest Hills lore. It recalls matches against Little Bill Johnston, anecdotes from Esworth Vines, and Tilden’s stamina, power, and “tournament tough” ethos shaping tennis history.
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Red Cross
Wykagyl N
Byron Nelson
Forest Hills
T Am
Big Bill Tilden
Tilden
Bill Tilden
Vinnie Richards
Frank Hunter
George Shurch
Big Bill
Ute
Llennis
Kinsey Brothers
Eddie Contin
Bug Bill
Eddie
Little Bill Johnston
Little Bill
Esworth Vines
Vines
Upper
New York
Cincinnati
Bil
German Nurse Interview From Cherbourg Front Lines
A German nurse speaks in a press interview recorded during fighting near Cherbourg. She describes being with other nurses when the line held under bombardment and later being evacuated back to their positions as hostilities temporarily ceased.
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Coast Guard
Lachors
Cherbourg
The Old and the New in Sports Generations
The article contrasts younger and older fighters in the army and navy and recalls the Golden Age of the twenties. It notes measurable advancements in sports and timing, with older generations reflecting on past eras while newer athletes show progress across all measurable fields.
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Sheaved
Grande Guillotte
Isl
Jim
Pineapple Doily and Cherry Sun Suit Crochet Patterns
Vintage ad describes Pineapple Doily pattern 5795 with seven motifs and 11 inch centerpiece as a gift idea. Also promotes Gay Little Sun Suit with cherry appliqué, matching bonnet, pattern numbers 5795 and 537, with mailing details and prices for complete patterns.
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Hank
Early Birds and Robins Claiming Spring Rock Ground
The article notes robins and early birds sing not to attract mates but to stake territories for worm-rich spots. These early singers mimic pioneer forshears, selecting promising ground and signaling trespass warnings to rivals as spring begins.
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Pocis
Mheles
Forshears
West
Lemon and Water Wake-Up Drink Promises Health Boost
This 1 lemon in glass of water routine claims to ease constipation and stimulate natural bowel action. It touts vitamin C benefits, digestion aid, and a refreshing wake-up effect, urging a 10 morning trial using Sunkist lemons.
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San Diego
South Pacific
America
Japan
Guadalcanal
New Britain Island
Saipan
E. F. Carlson
Navy Cross
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Carlson’s Raiders
Sewing Circle
San Francisco
Calif
Foster D. Saelt
Achieve
McKesson & Robbins, Inc
Bridgeport
Cannecricar
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