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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1919
Page
3
Col Frank M Hume praises the 103d Infantry officers and men saying they feel like relatives, noting their veteran status as they depart to civilian life. He highlights the regiment’s rapid entraining and detraining record in France and their swift handling of equipment in 28 minutes.
Colonel Douglas Potts bids farewell to the 102d Infantry praising their morale and noting heavy casualties. He mentions replacements, departures, and that many officers who will lead the 1800 Connecticut men in the parade were not the original overseas unit commanders.
A House rules committee report proposes transferring aviation licensing from the Massachusetts Highway Commission to the Joint Army and Navy Board on Aeronautics Cognizance created by President Wilson on February 28, 1918. The measure could become law if approved. The phrase The V Age Ends Bondage appears as a concluding note.
An advertisement touts Poslam for broken out skin and eczema, claiming it soothes and heals eruptions such as pimples and rash. It urges use on scalp-scale and promotes Poslam Soap for daily skin care, noting free samples via Emergency Laboratories, 243 West 47th St., New York City.
Col Edward L. Logan honors the 101st Infantry recalling its near peerless record in France. He notes the regiment’s mix of Massachusetts units and added reserves, stresses pride in sacrifices, and welcomes former officers and men who served across the ocean.
Brigadier General Charles H. Cole writes to the 52d Infantry Brigade, praising their war record. He recalls famed battles Chemin des Dames and Verdun, honors dead Americans in France, and expresses pride and faith that veterans will excel in civic life. He bids them farewell with blessings and confidence.
Division Personnel expresses loyalty and appreciation for the 26th division as it nears demobilization. The commander recounts unwavering support from both officers and enlisted, notes a growing personal regard for the Yankee Division, and bids farewell with respect, goodwill, and friendship.
Frank Ireland, top sergeant of marines stationed at the Philadelphia navy yard, was accidentally shot to death by an officer in the marine barracks. The officer’s name was not released. Ireland, a Boston resident recently promoted to first sergeant, was soon to be married.
Portland Mo April 24 six more Maine towns completed their Liberty Loan subscriptions bringing total to 15. The towns are Medway Lee Woodstock St George Hanover and Lovell.
A small group of heroines will march today with the division they served. Mrs. Joe Fleming of Wollaston, a Y M C A worker, attached to the 101st Ammunition Train, and Miss Annie Carey of Connecticut, who worked with the 101st Ma- terial, are invited to join the procession honoring bravery and service.
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