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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1917
Page
7
The article stresses that new soldiers should revisit ground learned on drill to grasp how discipline, posture, and commands like forward march and halt fit into squad movements. Repeated practice builds automatic readiness, balance, and effective command execution, reinforcing why preparatory notices matter.
A guide for military discipline stressing daily cleanliness and neatness in camp. Emphasizes shaving, showering, brushed uniforms, polished shoes, proper buttoning, correct hat wear, and saluting with no tobacco. Details how ragged hair or dirty hands affect impression and how officers inspect neatness on parade.
The article stresses that soldier health is crucial for unit effectiveness and outlines practical steps. It warns against overindulgence, poor diet, and alcohol, especially for new recruits, and emphasizes cleanliness, proper clothing, fresh air, regular exercise, and adequate sleep to boost vitality and resistance to disease.
The piece argues that audiences respond to certain singers because of personal magnetism beyond perfect technique. It contrasts trained, “made voices” with true artists who hide their skill, and stresses that genuine interpretation shines when the spirit of the song overtakes technical display.
In Rossetti's tenancy at Queen's House on Cheyne Walk London a white bull with eyes like Mrs William Morris roamed the lawn until it destroyed the yard. He hosted visitors to meet the creature and showered it with favors before removing it. Later Cheyne Walk residents kept wombats white peacocks and armadillos.
The article argues hitting pitchers like Alexander the Great of the Phils and Babe Ruth among the greats give teams a distinct edge. It notes that teams with nine competent hitters win more often, while weak batting pitchers become easy outs and drains on morale.
Bert Niehoff did not join the Phillies training trip but recovered fitness after the season opened and is playing among Moran's best. The remark implies training trips may be a waste of time and money.
Tigers slugger Bob Veach blasted a ball over the sign in a Detroit game in Washington, producing one of the longest drives seen. The feat sparked talk about whether such a hit earns the batter a $50 prize, a question noted but not definitively resolved.
Swede Risberg shows form as the Yankees harass the Red Sox. Dilthoefer leads the American Association batters while old act chasing Ty Cobb persists with Speaker and Jackson. Eller of the Reds shines in Matty’s pitching. Brooklyn Dodgers present an alliterative lineup.
Veteran baseball writers anticipate a major shake up after the war. Plans for a third major league surface as top officials urge reorganization of the American Association and International League regions. The overhaul would compress the top circuits and redraw Class B divisions, with eight cities impacted.
Wilbert Robinson says Brooklyn has been crippled by selling Fred Merkle to the Cubs. Merkle was a potential substitute for Daubert and could have filled center field after the Hy Myers incident. He had a fine spirit and his temperament aided Brooklyn’s drive for the title last fall.
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