Military Genius of Joffre Shown in Aisne Battle
An extended firsthand account highlights Marshal Joffre and French leaders during the Aisne clash. It notes De Castelnau's attempts to turn the flank, Haig's resourcefulness with the Zouaves, and the heavy artillery imbalance prompting calls for more guns and ammunition. The narrative follows reconnaissance near the Aisne, Allied dispositions, and plans to support Maunoury and the Fifth French Army, with emphasis on strategic movements and evolving frontlines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Aisne
de Castelnau
French
Haig
Rheims
Lomax
Munro
the Buffs
Leicester Regiment
Shropshire Light Infantry
Yorkshire
Lancashire
Smith-Dorrien
Gough
de Castrenau
Allenby
First Army Corps
Aisne
Chemin Des Dames
Maunoury
Ribecourt-Roye-Chaulnes-Bray sur-Somme
Somme
Peronne
Charles Haddon
Ordnance
Tiz promises relief for sore feet and bunions
Old ad claims Tiz draws out poisonous exudations from feet and lets you wear smaller shoes. It touts immediate comfort, a promise of no more swelling or pain, and a 25 cent box sold by druggists or department stores with a one year money back guarantee.
Woman's Hospitals in $250000 Drive Hits Boston Goal
Boston physicians unite for the American Women’s Hospitals drive aimed at raising 250000. Dr Agnes Vietor joins and promotes rapid setup of motor hospitals to aid Serbia. Massachusetts seeks 40000 with Dr Emily C MacLeod chairing a committee including Emma Culbertson Marian Coon Florence Duckering Eliza Cahill Helen Doherty Blanche Denig Aenes Vietor and Jane Sabine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Hospitals
Boston
Massachusetts
Emily C. MacLeod
Emma B. Culbertson
Marian Coon
Florence W. Duckering
Eliza B. Cahill
Helen I. Doherty
Blanche A. Denig
Aenes Co
Strike at Thomas G Plant Shoe Company in Jamaica Plain
About 3000 workers are on strike at the Thomas G Plant Shoe Company factory on Centre street in Jamaica Plain, according to the strike committee yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas G. Plant Shoe Company
Centre Street
Jamaica Plain
Names of Jews killed detailed in March to April pogroms
Washington May 26. Representative Siegel presented to the State Department reports from Jewish relief organizations detailing massacres of Jews in Central and Eastern Europe during March and April. Hundreds of Jews were killed with many more unconfirmed. Polish towns reported pogroms incited by authorities. West Ukraine and Hungary showed worse conditions and rising antisemitism.
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Washington
Central
Europe
State Department
Siegel
New York
Poland
Kalish
Dombrovo
Chmolnik
Pinchow
Stupnich
Wielum
East
Ukrainia
Proskuzow
Hetman
Simionow
Hungary
Woman Seeks Alimony Increase in Equity Session
Mrs Adelida A Walker told Judge Chase she is destitute and seeks more alimony. She was divorced from William M Walker of Boston in 1915 for desertion and was awarded $1200 alimony in gross. The petition was dismissed without prejudice for improper form, allowing a new filing. She also seeks to resume her maiden name Adenida A Montagu.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelida A. Walker
Chase
Equity
Superior Court
William M. Walker
Boston
Adenida A. Montagu
Cream White Serge Sets Fashion Tone This Summer
Cream white serge returns as a popular choice with summer suits gaining momentum. New outfits feature strik ing suits in darker tones and broader lines. a feminine street suit shows fluted panels pockets and pearl buttons. The walking length skirt and tailleur style coat reach to the knee, with curved buttoned pockets and trim details. A white victory satin and coral straw Turkish band complete the ensemble.
Household Hints From A Practical Homemaker
A pantry closet stores a box of clean sand to protect steel knives blade down. Rinse blades after lemon cutting to prevent rust. Wrap white furs and ermine in blue tis sue paper to preserve color. To clean a ketchup bottle use cold water. hot water hardens ketchup. One housewife saves gas by washing dishes once daily, heating water in 15 minutes, cutting her bill by half, and keeping dishes hidden until wash time.
Methodists Extend Time For Centenary Campaign
The Methodist centenary drive in New England is extended to June 1 due to late reports from northern districts. Frank C. Dunn says nearly 4,000,000 of 5,404,630 has been raised in New England. Ministers from churches that have reached the top will assist those still short of quotas as a statewide whirlwind campaign continues to build the victory list before Sunday night. The national total reached 87,142,599 yesterday.
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New England
Frank C. Dunn
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Juffre
Marshal French
The
Boston Post
New York Herald Company
United Kingdom
Dominions
Constable & Co., Ltd
London
Houghton, Mifflin Company
France
Excelsior
Ypres
K. P
O. M
Daily
Sunday Post
Hyde Park
Cass Ave
St. Louis, Mo
J. R. Poole Company General Distributors
South Market St
Mass
Baume
Bengue
Leeming & Co
Chris
Castoria
Pany
Morris
Morris & Company
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