Monument for Men of Bay State to Honor War Heroes
Boston Mayor Peters announced a committee to raise funds and design a monument honoring Massachusetts soldiers and sailors for democracy’s preservation. Proposals include an arch on Commonwealth Avenue or a future bridge, reflecting victory and public pride. The mayor vows a balanced panel of architects, engineers, lawyers, and veterans, aiming for a timely, grand tribute to the “boys over there.”
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Peters
Massachusetts
Commonwealth Avenue
Harvard
Boston
Daniel G. Wing
Alfred J. Aiken
John K. Allen
Thomas Allen
Julius Andrews
Frank W. Benson
Henry FI. Bigelow
Samuel Carr
Preston B. Clark
Charles A. Coolidge
Joseph J. Corbett
Ralph A. Cram
Cyrus &. Vallin
Josenn DeCamp
R. M. Saltonstall
A. R. Shurtleff
Philip Stockton
Tt. Cipston Sturgis
John A. Sullivan
Nathaniel Thayer
Felix Vorenberg
Howard C. Walker
James A. Watson
Spencer
Colonel House to Confer with Clemenceau in Paris
Col House likely meets Premier Clemenceau to discuss the trench viewpoint on matters. The London War Council debated disposal of the former German Emperor and Crown Prince and German reparations, but no action without an American representative. President Wilson’s arrival will decide definite steps on relief chief Hoover and allied aid details.
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Paris
House
Clemenceau
Trench
War Council
London
Germany
Wilson
Herbert ©. Hoover
Allied Relief
Pershing as Professor of Military Tactics at Nebraska
The account describes General Pershing's time as a professor of military tactics at the University of Nebraska following his Indian fighting adventures. H. J. Wheeler’s The Real Life of General Pershing, excerpted in next week's Boston Sunday Post, highlights his thoroughness and general ability as both warrior and educator.
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Pershing
University of Nebraska
Ilere Ie
General Pershing
H. J. Wheeler
Boston Sunday Post
Three Get Greatest War Honor for Lost Battalion Leaders
President Wilson designated Colonel Charles W. Whittlesey Captain George G. McMurtry and Private Thomas C. Neibaur for the Congressional Medal of Honor. The trio earned the nation’s top valor award for their roles in the Argonne fight and related actions, including Neibaur’s rifle victory and prisoner capture despite serious wounds.
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Wilson
Washington
United States
Germany
Charles W. Whittlesey
308Th ‘Infantry
Pittsfield
Mass
George G. McMurtry
Thomas C. Neibaur
Military officers lead group at scene
Colonel Whittlesey then major and Captain McMurtry head a party at the location. The report notes their leadership as the operation unfolds.
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Whittlesey
McMurtry
Fashion and Gift Notes for December Shopping
There are 16 shopping days until the holiday. Fur Buttons adorn coats in beaver, seal, near seal and coney. Silk Underwear in fresh pink with pale blue embroidery is inexpensive. January Sale Silks may be chosen now with deliveries on or after December 26 and bills due February 1. Also mention of a Tribute to Great Britain meeting at Symphony Hall and a nod to Sporting Goods listings.
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Great Britain
Symphony Hall
Local Officers Named in Battlefront Excerpt
In full force was largely due to the individual efforts of Neibaur whose he ro s exploits took place against the sky line in full view of his entire battalion. Colonel Whittlesey's address is 88 Pomeroy Revenue Pittsfield Mass that of Captain McMurtry 220 East 70th street New York city and of Private Neibaur Sugar City Idaho.
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Neibaur
Whittlesey
Pomeroy Revenue
Pittsfield
Mass
McMurtry
East 70Th Street
New York City
Sugar City
Idaho
Elixir Claims to Save Life in Belfast Maine Letter
Henry O. Hanley of 17 Cross St Belfast Maine writes that Dr True's Elixir saved his life and praises the medicine as a family laxative worm expeller that tones the stomach moves bowels expels worms and relieves worm symptoms in children. He urges others to buy from dealers in Auburn Maine and notes the product has been on the market for over 20 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry O. Hanley
Cross St
Belfast
Maine
Dr. True
J. W. True & Co
Auburn
King awards Pershing second class order of Michael the Brave
The State Department reported a telegram from the King praising United States troops for their victory and expressing admiration and friendship. He offered General Pershing the second class of his Military Order of Michael the Brave as a token of regard.
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General Pershing
State Department
United States
Afr
Michael the Brave
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Col. House
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Rainbow
Cote de Chatillon
War Department
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101Th Infantry
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Jordan Marsh Company
Cartier
Beence
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Carter
King of Rumania
Gen. Pershing
Ferdinand of
Rumania
Michael
Big Boys
Norfolk
Mackinaw
Pelt Boys
Cith
Little Men’s & Boys
Lidian
Goodyear
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